Podunk- 72"x90" fpp quilt pattern

Podunk- 72"x90" fpp quilt pattern

$25.00
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Podunk- 72"x90" fpp quilt pattern

Podunk- 72"x90" fpp quilt pattern

$25.00
Sale price  $25.00 Regular price 
Podunk is a Paint horse who operates strictly on a "food first, personal space never" policy. He possesses the wild, windblown hair of an 80s rockstar who just woke up in a pile of hay, and he uses it to his full advantage. Right now, he is giving you the ultimate, unblinking, extreme close-up side-eye. He is not doing this because he is majestic, wise, or deeply connected to your spirit; he is doing it because he heard the unmistakable crinkle of a peppermint wrapper from four hundred yards away and is calculating the exact trajectory needed to mug you for it.

This design captures the barn's most aggressive snack enthusiast entirely too close to your face. Featuring incredibly detailed, sweeping slivers of warm chestnut, caramel, and crisp white to map out his striking facial markings and wild mane, the true star is that massive, hyper-focused amber eye staring directly into your soul. He is set in a tight, dramatic crop, invading your personal bubble, just waiting for you to surrender whatever you are hiding in your jacket pockets.

Dive into your fabric stash to play with rich rusts, deep chocolate browns, warm tans, and stark whites to bring this beautifully chaotic mane and piercing gaze to life. Whether you are crafting a cheeky throw pillow for the tack room, a spectacular wall hanging for a horse lover who knows this exact invasive stare, or just want an excuse to piece a horse that is actively judging your lack of carrots, this pattern lets you show off your precision piecing skills stitch by hilariously intense stitch.

This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD (PDF). No physical pattern or quilt will be shipped to you.

PATTERN FEATURES

Level: 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 pressure of those tiny, aggressive eyelash pieces) scare you!

Technique: Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP).

Fabric Friendly: Uses distinct fabrics—perfect for playing with highly textured rust and brown batiks for his coat or finding the perfect warm, golden scrap to make that giant, judging eye really glow. Feel free to change the fabric colors to whatever you like best! This pattern is meant to be a guide, not a hard rule.

We 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!

Step 1: Print and Prepare

Check 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.

Gather your supplies: Collect your fabrics, printed templates, rotary cutter, cutting mat, and pins or fabric glue so your workspace is fully prepped.

Step 2: Cut and Organize

Cut 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).

Label everything: Keep your cut pieces organized by labeling them with their corresponding letters or numbers to prevent any mix-ups during assembly.

Group by block: Sort your cut fabric pieces into small stacks corresponding to their specific blocks or FPP sections to streamline your sewing process.

Step 3: Piece the Blocks

Review the written directions: Read through the step-by-step text instructions for your specific blocks before you begin sewing.

Construct the FPP sections: Sew your fabric to the FPP templates, following the numbered sequences directly on the paper.

Trim 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.

Remove the paper: Once your FPP blocks are fully secured and trimmed, gently tear away the paper backing.

Step 4: Assemble the Quilt Top

Consult the assembly map: Use the visual layout diagram provided in the pattern to arrange your finished blocks in the correct orientation.

Sew into rows: Pin or fabric glue your blocks together, and sew them row by row.

Press your seams: Press your seams in the directions indicated by the pattern (or press them open) to ensure your block intersections nest beautifully.

Join 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.

SUPPORT
Need 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
I'd love to show off your finished quilts! Send me a photo!

COPYRIGHT & TERMS
© 2026 Lori Fry, Fern Mountain Follies, LLC. All rights reserved.
This 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.

Disclosure: Artificial Intelligence is occasionally utilized to assist in writing listing descriptions and generating the finished quilt block photos.

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