{"product_id":"farm-series-araucana-hen-20-fpp-quilt-block","title":"Farm Series, Araucana Hen, 20\" FPP Quilt Block","description":"Meet Agatha. Let's just be completely honest: Agatha is the self-appointed neighborhood watch of the chicken coop, and she is currently deeply offended by whatever it is you are doing. With her eccentric, fluffy ear tufts and a wardrobe consisting entirely of wildly clashing patterns, she looks less like a standard farm animal and more like a highly dramatic Victorian widow who is about to confidently cut you out of her will. She spends 90% of her day aggressively eavesdropping on the barn cats and the other 10% squawking at the wind for having the absolute audacity to blow her majestic facial feathers out of place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis hilariously haughty design captures the barnyard's ultimate busybody mid-gasp. Featuring a beautifully pieced, chaotic mix of gray prints, polka dots, and textures to make up her fabulous plumage, she is crowned with a vibrant red comb and a sharp, upward-tilting expression of pure judgment. She is set against a soothing geometric background of leafy greens and warm tans, looking entirely too sophisticated for a bird that regularly attempts to eat shiny beetles and stray pieces of Styrofoam.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDive into your fabric stash to play with every single gray patterned scrap you have been hoarding—from subtle stripes to loud polka dots—alongside crisp greens and a single pop of cherry red to bring this eccentric busybody to life. Whether you are crafting a cheeky throw pillow for a chicken tender with a sense of humor, a spectacular wall hanging for a farmhouse kitchen, or just want an excuse to piece a bird that is actively judging your fabric choices, this pattern lets you show off your precision piecing skills stitch by hilariously dramatic stitch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD (PDF). No physical pattern or quilt will be shipped to you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePATTERN FEATURES\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLevel: Confident Intermediate to Advanced. There are MANY tutorials available online to assist in learning the art of FPP. Don't let the number of pieces (or the sheer, unyielding judgment in this chicken's eye) scare you!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnique: Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFabric Friendly: Uses distinct fabrics—perfect for blowing through your craziest, most wildly patterned gray scraps for her feathers, or playing with soft greens for the pasture background. Feel free to change the fabric colors to whatever you like best! This pattern is meant to be a guide, not a hard rule.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are so thrilled you have chosen to bring this pattern to life! Whether you are a seasoned quilter or tackling Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) for the very first time, these instructions are designed to guide you smoothly from your first cut to your beautiful finished quilt top. Take it one step at a time, trust the process, and enjoy the creative journey. You've got this!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep 1: Print and Prepare\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCheck your printer settings: Print all Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) patterns and fabric templates at 100% scale or \"Actual Size.\" I suggest you use newsprint paper for the fpp prints for easier paper removal later.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGather your supplies: Collect your fabrics, printed templates, rotary cutter, cutting mat, and pins or fabric glue so your workspace is fully prepped.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep 2: Cut and Organize\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCut your pieces: Use the provided fabric templates and cutting guides to carefully cut out your fabrics. Important note: Ensure the fabric template lays upright on the fabric (the back of the template should be touching the top, or right side, of the fabric).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLabel everything: Keep your cut pieces organized by labeling them with their corresponding letters or numbers to prevent any mix-ups during assembly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGroup by block: Sort your cut fabric pieces into small stacks corresponding to their specific blocks or FPP sections to streamline your sewing process.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep 3: Piece the Blocks\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview the written directions: Read through the step-by-step text instructions for your specific blocks before you begin sewing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConstruct the FPP sections: Sew your fabric to the FPP templates, following the numbered sequences directly on the paper.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrim to size: Carefully trim your completed blocks or sections along the designated seam allowance lines so they match the exact unfinished dimensions listed in the pattern.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemove the paper: Once your FPP blocks are fully secured and trimmed, gently tear away the paper backing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStep 4: Assemble the Quilt Top\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConsult the assembly map: Use the visual layout diagram provided in the pattern to arrange your finished blocks in the correct orientation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSew into rows: Pin or fabric glue your blocks together, and sew them row by row.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePress your seams: Press your seams in the directions indicated by the pattern (or press them open) to ensure your block intersections nest beautifully.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJoin the rows: Pin or fabric glue the completed rows together, carefully matching up your seams and points, and sew them into your final finished quilt top.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSUPPORT\u003cbr\u003eNeed help? I’m here for you! If you have any questions about the instructions or file layout, please feel free to reach out via Etsy convo or email me directly at: lori@fernmountainfollies.com\u003cbr\u003eI'd love to show off your finished quilts! Send me a photo!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCOPYRIGHT \u0026amp; TERMS\u003cbr\u003e© 2026 Lori Fry, Fern Mountain Follies, LLC. All rights reserved.\u003cbr\u003eThis pattern is for personal use only. The pattern, instructions, and files may not be copied, shared, resold, or redistributed in any form. You may sell small quantities of finished quilts made from this pattern, provided you give design credit to Fern Mountain Follies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisclosure: Artificial Intelligence is occasionally utilized to assist in writing listing descriptions and generating the finished quilt block photos.","brand":"Fern Mountain Quilt Patterns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49748778385546,"sku":"33018244331_0795","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/5718\/5162\/files\/il_fullxfull.8310088099_1j9u.jpg?v=1784261577","url":"https:\/\/fernmountainquiltpatterns.com\/products\/farm-series-araucana-hen-20-fpp-quilt-block","provider":"Fern Mountain Quilt Patterns","version":"1.0","type":"link"}