Nome, the Italian word for “Name,” is a beautifully personal quilt pattern designed to celebrate the little ones in your life. This customizable baby or throw quilt features three different alphabet sizes created especially for appliqué, allowing you to add a name, initials, or a meaningful word to your design.
The pattern includes helpful appliqué tips and guidance for Big Stitch Hand Quilting, giving you a solid foundation for creating a heartfelt, modern quilt with ease. Whether you choose a bold rainbow palette or a simple one-colour version, Nome is a joyful, approachable project for quilters of all levels.
✨ Fabric Requirements
Baby Quilt – Finished Size: 40" x 40"
Background: 1⅜ yards or scraps (minimum nine 13" x 13" pieces)
Rainbow version: 38 coloured scraps, minimum 5" x 5", from red to purple
One-colour version: 1/4 yard
Appliqué: 1/2 yard
Fusible web: 1/2 yard
Batting: 52" x 52"
Backing: 2½ yards
Binding: 1/2 yard
Throw / Lap Quilt – Finished Size: 60" x 60"
Background: 3 yards or scraps (minimum nine 19" x 19" pieces)
Rainbow version: 38 coloured scraps, minimum 6" x 6", from red to purple
One-colour version: 1/2 yard
Appliqué: 1/2 yard
Fusible web: 1/2 yard
Batting: 72" x 72"
Backing: 4 yards
Binding: 3/4 yard
A sweet, modern quilt with endless personalization options — perfect for baby gifts, nursery décor, milestone quilts, or a meaningful handmade keepsake.
