The Ultimate T-Town Tribute: 54"x36" Tulsa Flag FPP Quilt Pattern (Golden Driller Approved)

Have you ever looked at a beautifully designed civic flag and thought, "I love this city, but I really need a reason to tape 47 sheets of printer paper together and aggressively curse at a circle"?

Welcome to the ultimate T-Town tribute.

This isn’t just a quilt pattern; it's a 54"x36" geometric gauntlet of civic pride. We took the iconic Tulsa flag and translated it into a Foundation Paper Pieced masterpiece. That's four and a half feet of pure, unadulterated Oklahoma glory. It’s practically big enough to wrap the Golden Driller’s shin.

Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: The Circle. We all know FPP and circles go together like Tulsa summers and good hair days. But look at that crisp shield design in the photo. To achieve that level of perfection, you will become a master of tape, precision, and raw stubbornness. The navy stands for the Arkansas River, the gold line for black gold, and the crimson circle for the actual blood, sweat, and tears you will shed if you unpin your seams too early while trying to perfectly align that six-pointed white star.

Hanging this massive 54"x36" beauty in your home tells guests, "I survived the Great Circle FPP Incident of 2026, I yield to no Y-seam, and I have the hometown pride to prove it."

Whether you are crafting a museum-worthy wall hanging for a Route 66 enthusiast, or you just want an excuse to piece a massive flag that quietly proves you are the undisputed monarch of your local quilt guild, this pattern lets you show off your Foundation Paper Piecing skills stitch by hilariously exact stitch.

This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD (PDF). No physical quilt, actual flag, or complimentary Route 66 diner pie will be shipped to you.

PATTERN FEATURES

Level: "T-Town Tough" (Confident Intermediate to Advanced). You should probably know your way around an FPP template before attempting to wrestle a giant circular shield into submission using nothing but cotton and a sewing machine.

Technique: Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP).

Fabric Friendly: Perfect for finally busting out those large cuts of solid navy, gold, crimson, and white. Seriously, grab the solids. This is a flag, not a floral arrangement.

We are so thrilled you have chosen to bring this massive pattern to life! Whether you are a seasoned quilter or tackling a giant Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) project for the 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, Tape, and Pray

Check your printer settings: Print all Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) patterns at 100% scale. Buy an extra ink cartridge. Clear off your living room floor. You are going to be taping a lot of paper together to make these giant 54"x36" sections. I suggest you use lightweight newsprint paper for easier removal later.

Gather your supplies: Collect your fabrics, printed templates, rotary cutter, cutting mat, and your emotional support seam ripper.

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.

Label everything: Keep your cut pieces organized. If you mix up the shield drops with the gold horizontal bar, your flag is going to look like it had a rough night out on Cherry Street.

Step 3: Piece the Blocks (and the Dreaded Circle)

Construct the FPP sections: Sew your fabric to the FPP templates, following the numbered sequences directly on the paper. Trust the lines. Breathe through the curves.

Trim to size: Carefully trim your completed blocks or sections along the designated seam allowance lines.

Remove the paper: Once your FPP blocks are fully secured, gently tear away the paper backing. Revel in the satisfying sound of ripping paper. You earned it.

Step 4: Assemble the Quilt Top

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

Sew into rows: Pin or fabric glue your blocks together.

Press your seams: Press your seams like you are ironing a tuxedo.

Join the rows: Pin the completed rows together, carefully matching up your seams and points, and sew them into your massive, final finished quilt top.

SUPPORT
If your circle goes rogue or you get lost in the navy blue expanse, I’m here for you! 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.