{"product_id":"ol-yeller-dog-2-66-x-80-fpp-quilt-pattern","title":"Ol Yeller Dog 2, 66\" x 80\" FPP Quilt Pattern","description":"Meet Maybelle. She is a classic \"Old Yeller\" style hound whose primary life goal is to achieve the deepest, most undisturbed level of nap mathematically possible. While her rugged ancestors may have heroically guarded the homestead or tracked wild game across the frontier, Maybelle's greatest daily struggle is deciding whether to sleep on the rug, the couch, or directly in the middle of the hallway where everyone is forced to step over her. She has currently deployed the highly manipulative \"heavy head\" maneuver, resting her chin on her paws with an exhausted expression that clearly states she has worked a gruelling 40-hour week, despite having been asleep since breakfast.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis design captures the household's premier napper in her ultimate state of relaxation. Featuring her beautifully pieced warm golden-brown fur, those heavy, half-closed eyes that are actively refusing to fully open, and soft, floppy ears melting around her head, she is perfectly draped over a cozy edge. Complete with a highly boopable geometric snoot, she is just lying there, quietly hoping you will drop a piece of cheese directly into her mouth so she doesn't actually have to stand up to eat it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDive into your fabric stash to play with warm golds, soft tans, rich caramels, and cool greys to bring this unapologetically lazy good girl to life. Whether you are crafting a cheeky throw pillow for your own sleepy hound, a spectacular wall hanging for the living room, or just want an excuse to piece a pet whose energy level perfectly matches your Sunday afternoon vibe, this pattern lets you show off your precision piecing skills stitch by hilariously exhausted 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 gravitational pull of Maybelle's heavy eyelids) scare you!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnique: Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFabric Friendly: Uses distinct fabrics—perfect for playing with warm, mottled textures for her golden coat or keeping the background soft and subtle so her sleepy face takes center stage. 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":49742526120074,"sku":"32720359730_5A38","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/5718\/5162\/files\/il_fullxfull.8172699839_2ec2.jpg?v=1784082542","url":"https:\/\/fernmountainquiltpatterns.com\/products\/ol-yeller-dog-2-66-x-80-fpp-quilt-pattern","provider":"Fern Mountain Quilt Patterns","version":"1.0","type":"link"}