Threads of Grace Hourglass Quilt for Gracee
Some quilts are just pretty. And then there are quilts that feel like a moment—a milestone stitched into fabric.
This one is both.
I made this quilt for my daughter Gracee as she heads off to college, and I don’t know if I’ll ever be able to look at it without getting a little emotional. It’s the kind of quilt that carries all the “firsts” and “lasts” in one place: late-night talks, growing up too fast, big dreams, and that mix of excitement and lump-in-your-throat pride that comes with watching your kid step into the next chapter.
The fabric line I used is Threads of Grace by Kassidy Grace, and honestly… the name alone feels like it was meant for this quilt.
The palette is soft and steady—warm neutrals, muted greens, dusty blues, golden mustards, rusts, and deeper berry tones—balanced with low-volume prints that keep everything feeling light and airy. It’s scrappy in the best way: lots of variety, but still cohesive and calm.
It feels feminine without being frilly, modern without being cold—exactly what I wanted for Gracee.
For the design, I used a pattern from Cluck Cluck Sew, and it couldn’t have been more perfect for this project.
It’s the Hourglass Quilt Pattern, which creates that subtle spinning movement across the quilt—like little pinwheel moments scattered through the grid. From far away it reads clean and modern; up close you can really enjoy all the individual fabrics and tiny details.
Here’s the pattern link:
https://cluckclucksew.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Free-Hourglass-Quilt-Pattern.pdf
If you’ve never made an hourglass quilt before, this is such a great one to try. It’s approachable, super stash-friendly, and the end result looks way more complex than it actually is.
It won’t be long before you turn a stack of blocks into a finished quilt. This pattern is so easy to follow!
I went with a flowing allover quilting design (those swirls add the prettiest texture) because it ties the whole scrappy top together without competing with the piecing.
The back is mostly calm and creamy, with a pieced stripe panel that adds a fun “bonus” detail. I love a backing that feels intentional but still lets the quilting shine.
More than anything, I wanted Gracee to take something with her that feels like home.
Something she can throw on her bed when college feels new and overwhelming. Something she can wrap up in when she’s studying late. Something that quietly reminds her: you’re loved, you’re capable, and you’ve got people cheering you on—always.
This quilt is my way of saying all that… without needing the words every time.
Quilt Details
- Fabric: Threads of Grace by Kassidy Grace
- Pattern: Hourglass Quilt Pattern by Cluck Cluck Sew (free PDF)
- Made for: Gracee (college quilt 🥹)
- Quilting: Modern Vine Curved quilted by https://warmriverquilts.com
- Backing: Creamy low-volume with a pieced stripe accent
- flange binding
12 Comments
DeAnn
I love the quilt…hourglass pattern made with Threads of Grace fabric…I am wondering what size it is and what size of blocks you made! Gorgeous gorgeous.. and the backing with the stripes…what size of strips…Thank you
Shelley Wallace
How much fabric did you use to make this hour glass quilt? It is beautiful.
Jane Collie
I love this quilt!! I think it looks easy enough for me to start making quilts! I’m going to get the pattern. It’s just so calming to look at.
Patty Turner
Love Grace’s quilt! Very special! I want to do the same and can’t figure out what size blocks are needed and how much material. Could you please advise? Thank you!
Shelley Wallace
Can you tell me how much fabric you used? I would love to make one just like this. It is beautiful!!
Thank you
Summer
Hi Liz, this is just stunning and I was hoping you might share some more details? What size block did you use please? The pattern offers different sizes and yours looks perfect so I was keen to know what you went with? Thank you 😍
Amanda
Yes, I agree with Summer! Can you please give us more information about the quilt you made. I love it!!
Summer
I just checked Liz’s industrial and she has replied to a comment there stating the block size she used was 6″ unfinished and 5 1/2″ finished. Hopefully that helps everyone x
Sonja
I was hoping to discover what size block was used as well. It’s gorgeous!
Michelle
What size blocks are these? I love the proportions and fabric choice. Beautiful.
Rebecca Moore
Very pretty quilt but the pattern does not give yardage needed. How can I find that information.
Pat
I love this quilt, simple in a lot of ways and complex in others I think it’s amazing!