Cardinal

About this pattern

TECHNIQUE - PLEASE READ FIRST: RAW-EDGE FUSIBLE APPLIQUE

This is a raw-edge fusible applique pattern. The templates print at FINISHED SIZE with NO seam allowance and NO dashed turn-under lines, and they come as numbered full-size layout sheets - not as separate cut-out pieces. You trace each shape onto paper-backed fusible web, iron it to your fabric, cut on the drawn line, peel, press it in place, and stitch over the raw edge with a blanket or narrow zigzag stitch. Paper-backed fusible web is required. This is NOT a turned-edge / needle-turn pattern, and there are no dotted seam-allowance lines to turn under.

Shades of true red, deep crimson, and rich burgundy layer across his wings and tail, while his trademark black mask and bright orange beak make him instantly recognisable against a soft warm cream background. Pink dogwood-style blooms in blush and rose surround him on every side, their golden yellow centres glowing against deep olive and forest green leaves, and plump red buds promise more colour still to come. The whole design has the cheerful, graphic character of traditional folk art, and the satisfying geometry of each piece makes fussy-cutting fabrics an absolute delight.

THREE FINISHED SIZES INCLUDED (print whichever you like)

• Small: ~16" (41 cm) square, prints as 6 tiled A4 / US Letter pages (or one A2 & ANSI C single sheet)
• Medium: ~30" (76 cm) square, prints as 12 tiled A4 / US Letter pages
• Large: ~45" (114 cm) square, prints as 30 tiled A4 / US Letter pages

All 3 sizes are included in your download.

INSIDE YOUR DOWNLOAD (PDF)

• Full-colour numbered Colour Layout (your fabric-placement map)
• Numbered Outline / Stroke-Line cutting templates for tracing pieces
• Fabric Colour Chart with HEX references + how much fabric to buy per colour
• Tiled A4 + US Letter pages to print at home (for every size included)
• A2 + ANSI C single sheets for large-format / copy-shop printing
• Page Assembly Guide + step-by-step Sewing Instructions

🎨 SKILL LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate - the project uses raw-edge fusible applique and basic quilting techniques.

MATERIALS NEEDED

• Assorted cotton fabrics for the applique pieces
• Background fabric
• Fusible web (paper-backed)
• Quilt batting + backing fabric
• Thread + basic quilting tools

(A full materials list is included in the pattern.)

PERFECT FOR: wall quilts, decorative panels, statement textile art, and handmade gifts.

⬇️ INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD - no physical quilt or printed pattern is mailed. Your PDF files are available immediately after purchase. Colours may appear slightly different depending on your screen or printer.

🌿 Thank you for supporting a small independent quilt-pattern studio. Happy stitching - there's always something bright and beautiful on the way at WildbloomQuilts. 🌸

Every pattern in this shop is my own work, from the first line to the last page. I draw each design by hand as an original vector illustration in Adobe Illustrator, then develop it into a ready-to-sew applique pattern - every cutting line, every fabric colour, every template page and instruction. Each one takes time and a lot of care, and I hope that comes through when you stitch it.

AI-assisted tools have been used to create or enhance some product mockups and backgrounds. AI is used for presentation purposes only and does not generate or alter the digital pattern/product being sold.