CHEONGSAM / QIPAO QUILT BLOCK FPP PATTERN
(VERSION 1)

This is a digital pattern. The download file contains printable foundation paper piecing ("FPP") pattern for ONE Cheongsam block. The finished block measures 11" (width) x 38" (height).

To make the quilt shown in the finished quilt photos, make 12 Cheongsam blocks and add sashing between and around the blocks. You can also make a smaller quilt with less number of blocks e.g. 3 Cheongsam blocks would make a nice wall hanging.

You might also want to check out Version 2 of the Cheongsam / Qipao Quilt Block's FPP pattern: https://sewjahitdesigns.etsy.com/listing/1651182823

The download file is a zip file containing four files namely:

- Cheongsam Block Design: This shows the overall arrangement to guide you how to piece the pattern units together to form the Cheongsam block.

- Cheongsam Block FPP (A3): Print these PDF files if you have access to printers that can print on A3 papers.

- Cheongsam Block FPP (A4): Print these PDF files if you only have access to printers that can print on A4 papers.

- Cheongsam Quilt Block (V1) Piecing Sequence & Test Measure: Instructions on piecing sequence and some reference measurements to check that your printout is of correct size.



* A good command of sewing, quilting and FPP techniques are needed to complete the block.

* All patterns are full sized. Make sure to print in 100% scale.

* You will need a PDF reader to open the files and a printer to print the templates.

* Photos of finished quilts are provided for inspiration only. No instructions are given to make the quilts.

* This pattern is not intended to replace a class. No tutorial is included. This listing is for the pattern only.

* The photographed quilt is not for sale. No fabric or notions are included in the listing.

* Copyright of the pattern belongs to SewJahitDesigns. You may not resell the pattern, whether in softcopy or hardcopy. You may, however, sell whatever you sew using the pattern.

* In line with Etsy's policies, digital items aren't eligible for returns or exchanges.


TIPS

* If you prefer the quilt smaller, you can adjust your print setting to scale them down by any percentage, but remember to maintain the same aspect ratio and do the exact same percentage scale down for all blocks and sashings!

* I designed this quilt pattern with the fabric line "Chic Escape" by Tilda in mind. However, the quilt will look gorgeous in any fabrics as long as they have good contrast with each other to bring out the details of the Cheongsam, particularly around the collar. The black-and-white images of the quilt blocks provide a suggestion for your fabric selection in terms of darkness and lightness of the fabrics.

* For more information on this quilt pattern and the quilt I made, visit my website shown in my shop profile!


STORY BEHIND THE PATTERN

When I first laid eyes on the images of the Tilda's Chic Escape fabric collection, I immediately noticed the oriental elements in the fabric designs. When I was trying to design a quilt pattern for the Chic Escape fabrics, I wanted it to lean oriental. Guess which oriental garment always feature large flowers and peacock prints? Cheongsam. The design you see is the result of a long winding road from conception to the final design. I had to balance its likeness to a real cheongsam with feasibility to piece. The pattern also has to accommodate those lovely large prints.

Now, of course you can use other fabrics. There are plenty of chinoiserie or oriental fabrics that would make equally (if not more) beautiful Cheongsam blocks. Just be mindful of the fabrics' contrast so that you retain the Cheongsam details, especially around the collar, which is my favorite part of the block.