This time of year, we think of gathering together around the table with family and friends for that oh so special Turkey dinner. To celebrate, I’m adding a new quilt block to the Blocks 2 Quilt series, the Turkey Trot quilt block.
Since moving to North Carolina from New Jersey, Thanksgiving has really changed for my family. Due to distance, we see less of our extended family and instead, open our doors to more friends. This year, our oldest is bringing home a few extra friends from college that can’t make the journey home to their family.
No matter who comes through our doors and sits at our table, the goal is for them to feel welcome and share a few of our traditions. Luckily, the boys make a wonderful welcoming committee!
Turkey Trot Quilt Block Details
The Turkey Trot quilt block is available in 2 different finished sizes.
- 6″ x 6″ (15.2 x 15.2 cm)
- 12″ x 12″ (33 x 33 cm)
Materials & Tool Supply List:
- Assorted Scraps: Tonal Browns, Red, & Background Prints
- Cutting mat/ Rotary cutter/ Quilt ruler
- Heat erasing marking tool
- Spray starch
The Turkey Trot block design features aspects from the traditional log cabin quilt blocks of yesteryear. This technique makes the simple construction appear intricate.
This block is perfect for showcasing a wide array of colored scraps but I will warn you, the 6″ finished block requires 3/4″ wide-cut pieces.
The Turkey Trot quilt block pattern is available in the shop. Just click the button below, add the pattern to your cart, and follow the prompts for checkout.
Turkey Trot Quilt Block
This easy to make quilt block is available in 12″ & 6″ finished sizes. It is perfect for using up your smaller scraps and fussy cutting your favorite prints.
I’m pretty sure this turkey block is going to be making an appearance on our holiday table! Who knows, it might even become a new tradition in our world. What about you? Do you have any special traditions? If so, I’d love to hear about them in the comments below.
Be sure to pin this block to your favorite quilting board on Pinterest. This way, you can look through your inspiration and remember you already have the pattern in your library!
Pinnable Turkey Trot Quilt
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Comments & Reviews
Thank you so much for Turkey Trot, he is so cute! You really are a quilt-block making queen!
Hello Danette,
Thank you for your note! I’ve been working hard and stitching up a storm this year. So glad you are enjoying the blocks.
-Heather
Have attempted to download free turkey pattern while it is available and not able to do so.
Check out states it is free but there is no free download access to complete the process.
Hello Diane,
I am sorry to hear you are having trouble. After the checkout is complete, a direct link is emailed to your inbox. Just click the link and print off.
-Heather
So cute!!!
Love this. I too moved from NJ to NC, although many years ago. Weclome!
Hello Patty,
Thanks a bunch, I’m excited to hear that you are enjoying the block. NC has been so good for our family and we love finding new waterfalls!
-Heather
I was delighted to sigh up for your newsletter, however I thought I was supposed to get a free block download with it. I ended up having to pay for the Turkey Trot block even though I did sign up. “Wha’ hoppen”??
Hello Patricia,
Thank you for joining the newsletter. I hope you enjoy the content. The free download is a special artwork for your studio, not a block pattern.
-Heather