Some quilts are cozy. Some quilts are cheerful. And then there are quilts that mean business.
Skyborn is the latter.
This is my newest pattern, and it’s unlike anything I’ve released before. Inspired by epic fantasy worlds, sky-high battles, and the bond between rider and dragon, Skyborn features five striking dragon motifs arranged across a 63″ x 81″ quilt that’s designed to feel dramatic, bold, and just a little bit dangerous — in the best way possible.
Who Is This Pattern For?
I want to be upfront with you: Skyborn is an advanced-level pattern. It was designed in collaboration with Co-op Creative, and it’s intended for confident quilters who are comfortable with complex piecing and precision work. If you’ve been quilting for a while and you’re looking for a project that will genuinely challenge you and reward the effort, this is it.
If you’re newer to quilting or prefer a more relaxed sewing experience, this probably isn’t your next project — and that’s okay. (Sweetberry is waiting for you.) But if the idea of tackling something ambitious makes you excited rather than anxious, keep reading.
The Techniques
Skyborn uses four core techniques, all working together to build those dynamic dragon shapes: Half-Square Triangles, Half-Rectangle Triangles, Quarter-Square Triangles, and Flying Geese.
If you’ve worked with all of these before and feel confident in your accuracy, you’re in good shape. The pattern includes detailed instructions, diagrams, and block layouts to guide you through the process. A few tools that will make your life significantly easier: an HST/QST trimming ruler and washi tape for keeping track of your units as you go.
Fabric and Color
The dragon motifs in Skyborn really shine with intention behind the fabric choices. High-contrast palettes let the piecing do the storytelling — think deep navy or charcoal against crisp white or ivory. Moody, atmospheric colors (dusty purples, stormy grays, forest greens) give the quilt an otherworldly quality that fits the fantasy inspiration perfectly. And if you want to go full drama, a fiery gradient from deep red through orange and gold will make those dragons look like they’re mid-flight through a sunset.
This is also a pattern that rewards a curated fabric pull. Because the design is complex, a cohesive palette will let the shapes read clearly and keep the finished quilt from feeling busy.
A Statement Quilt from Start to Finish
I’m genuinely proud of this one. Skyborn took real work to design, and it’ll take real work to make — but the finished quilt is the kind of thing people stop and stare at. It’s a project that tells a story, and by the time you’ve pieced the last block, it’ll be your story too.
Ready to take on the challenge?