The Santa Fe Flower pattern kicks off my first “Free First Monday Pattern” of 2021. It may look daunting, but it’s an advanced beginner or easy intermediate level. There’s only three blocks, 4 if you count one used as a mirror image. The curves are done using a floating HST folded back, similar to a traditional cathedral window. There’s also a floating inner flange on the corner blocks, which is a very easy technique that makes thin accents a snap. This pattern easily adapts for fussy cuts; all you need to do is frame the cut to match the block size. Finished size is 58″ x 58″.

Fabrics used are Alexander Henry, Dan Morris Bohemian Rhapsody, a terra cotta blender from my stash, black solid and snow solid. Download the PDF at https://blockingclever.com/patterns/.