Nutcracker FPP Quilt Block
The Nutcracker FPP Quilt Block pdf pattern is perfect for adding to your next Christmas themed patchwork and quilting project. These fellows have risen to seasonal fame thanks to their staring role in Tchaikovsky’s ballet, The Nutcracker, and are now such an iconic symbol of the festive season. Make this block and bring the spirit of their protective nature and charm into your home this Christmas.
This cheeky chappie is made using Foundation Paper Piecing skills. You can then add the eyes and nose with a little applique or a few buttons and then add the mouth and eyebrows with a simple backstitch.
The pdf download includes pattern pieces so you can make the Nutcracker quilt block in either a 6″ or 10″ finished block size.
In this pattern there are five seams that will need matching, but the slightly tricky one where you join the moustache together will be hidden by the nose so there is a little room for error!
Buy the Nutcracker FPP Quilt Block pdf pattern today
Start sewing today when you buy this pdf pattern from the website! As soon as you have paid and checked out, you’ll be sent a link to download it straight away. You’ll receive three different files:
:: PDF instructions
:: Tiled pattern pieces
:: Layout diagram for facial details
The benefit is that you will more easily be able to print just the pages that you need, minimising paper (and ink) wastage.
The Nutcracker FPP Quilt Block pattern has a host of great features:
:: 5 page full colour instructions
:: Coloured illustration of the block
:: Blank diagram and a useful key so you can plan your colours and fabric placement
:: Construction diagram to help with putting the block together
:: Step-by-step illustrated guide to constructing the block
:: Digitally drawn pattern pieces for accuracy, plus a 1″ test square so you can check your printer settings before starting to sew
:: Pattern pieces that have been reversed so that you make a block exactly the same as the picture (with the Nutcracker leaning to the left)
:: Layout diagrams to help with adding facial details
:: Pattern pieces can print out on A4 or US Letter paper
:: Pattern pieces feature a patterned/non-solid fill so that you minimise printer ink usage
Nutcracker : FPP Quilt Block
£3.50The Nutcracker FPP quilt block pdf pattern ideal for your Christmas themed projects!
Combine with some of my other blocks to create a festive project for this season.
The joy of patchwork for me is that no two people will make the same block in the same way. Fabric prints and colour choices allow you to express your creativity and make a block that is unique to you.
With this Nutcracker quilt block think about the shade of fabric that you use for his face, hair and moustache. You can really change his character and age (grey hair anyone?) with a few simple changes! You can also go to town with his jacket colour. I have used green when making the cushion version (see the listing further down this page) as I wanted a contrast to the red sashing, but I chose Liberty Wiltshire Shadow in ruby red for the samples for this standalone block … although I’d also really love to make a purple version too!
Different suit colours
Different hair colours
Different face colours
Nutty about Nutcrackers?
If you love Nutcrackers then check out these two other patterns that are available. The Nutcracker block is also available as part of the Nutcracker and Mouse King cushion set. You get the pattern pieces to make the two 10″ blocks plus instructions on how to turn the blocks into piped, envelope backed cushions. If you are looking for something on the larger size then check out the Nutcracker Wall Hanging!
Nutcracker and Mouse King FPP Cushions
£10.00The Mouse King and Nutcracker may not be the best of friends but these cushions are bound to be firm favourites this Christmas and many Christmas seasons to come!
The Nutcracker and Mouse King FPP Cushions pattern is available as either a downloadable pdf or printed paper pattern. Each version of the pattern includes full sized pattern pieces for the central block plus step-by-step instructions for turning the blocks into cushions, perfect for decorating your home at Christmas.
See full description below for details on the differences between the pdf and the paper pattern, please check before purchase.
Nutcracker Wall Hanging : FPP pdf pattern
£8.00Christmas is a season of tradition and this Nutcracker Wall Hanging is sure to become a well loved family favourite in your household as I am sure it will do in mine!
Looking for more Christmas quilt block patterns?
Honestly Christmas is my most favourite time of year and it shows in the growing number of Christmas patterns I have available. Drop by the Christmas section to have a look. Below are some real classics! All pattern pieces are laid out to print perfectly on A4 or US Letter paper.
Santa : FPP Quilt Block
£3.50 – £8.00Santa is such a jolly fellow and his happy face is bound to bring a smile to yours!
You can buy the pdf pattern on its own or enrol on the On Demand Class (copy of pdf included)
The PDF pattern includes full sized templates for creating Santa’s face in two different block sizes: 6″ and 10″
Snowman : FPP Quilt Block
£3.50 – £8.00Snow at Christmas is something so many of us dream about, even if only so that we can make a snowman! If you’re lacking in snow but are looking for a Snowman fix then the Snowman FPP block will be perfect for you !
You can buy the pdf pattern on its own or enrol on the On Demand Class (copy of pdf included)
The PDF pattern includes full sized templates for creating this jolly Snowman quilt block in two different block sizes: 6″ and 10″
See the Snowman On Demand Class page for more information
Christmas Elf FPP Cushions
£10.00Father Christmas gets all the credit, but let’s be honest, he couldn’t do it all if it weren’t for the Elves. These Christmas Elves have such cheeky little faces and will look super in your home this Christmas and for many Christmases to come!
The Christmas Elves Cushion pattern is available as either a downloadable pdf or printed paper pattern. Each version of the pattern includes full sized pattern pieces for the central block plus step-by-step instructions for turning the blocks into cushions, perfect for decorating your home for many Christmas seasons to come.
See full description below for details on the differences between the pdf and the paper pattern, please check before purchase.
Need some FPP supplies?
Here are some links to a few of the tools that I use when doing FPP…I really wouldn’t be without them!
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I use my add a quarter ruler (and my add an eighth ruler) every time I do FPP!
This glue gets used every time I add my first piece of fabric (and for so many other things!)
Pym glass head quilting pins, for me, are the ideal length and thickness for patchwork!
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