🐮 Highland Cow Quilt Pattern PDF – Modern Farmhouse Animal Wall Hanging, Rustic Quilting FPP Project
This Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) pattern depicts the calm strength and wild beauty of the Highland Cow.
The design plays with long layered shapes and tonal shifts to recreate the movement and texture of the cow’s heavy coat. Each geometric plane has been composed to reflect light naturally, giving the quilt a sense of volume and quiet realism while keeping a clean, modern look.
With 300 pieces, 26 sections, and 7 colors, it offers a balanced mix of clarity and character. The assembly flows logically, making it suitable for quilters at an easy to intermediate level - approachable for those with basic FPP experience, and satisfying for more advanced makers who enjoy structured, textural projects.
📂 WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE
A downloadable ZIP file including:
✔ The full Highland Cow pattern in your selected size (20x30", 33.3x50", 46.6x70", or 60x90")
✔ Step-by-step assembly guide with clear diagrams
✔ A blank coloring page to plan your custom palette
✔ A Color Reference Chart with strong contrast values for accurate fabric selection
✔ NEW! A Grayscale Values Page — to help you safely change colors while preserving light balance and realistic volumes
✔ A labeled section map for efficient piecing
🖨 PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS
Designed for US Letter printing.
If using A4, scale to 97.7% for accurate sizing.
📐 RESIZING
Available in multiple sizes (sold separately).
To scale your quilt, use this formula:
(Desired size ÷ Pattern size) × 100 = Print percentage
👉 Example: (24 ÷ 30) × 100 = 80%
⚠ Works for reductions only. For enlargements, select a larger file size.
🎯 ABOUT COMPLEXITY
Rated easy to intermediate.
The pattern includes 26 sections and 300 pieces, organized to support a smooth sewing flow.
The 20x30" version focuses on precision and compact detail.
Larger versions (50", 70", 90") allow more generous piecing and a powerful visual result.
⚠ PLEASE NOTE
This is a digital PDF pattern for home printing. No physical product will be shipped.
Due to the nature of digital files, no refunds or exchanges are possible once the download is complete.
💡HIGHLIGHTS
✔ Balanced geometric design inspired by the Highland Cow’s natural texture
✔ Works beautifully in both neutral and contrasting palettes
✔ Includes both a Color Reference Chart and a new Grayscale Values guide for flexible color adaptation
✔ Clear, beginner-friendly diagrams with logical section flow
✔ Ideal for modern, rustic, or nature-inspired interiors
✔ Instant access — download, print, and start sewing today
HOW TO START
1️⃣ Pick your preferred size
2️⃣ Complete your order
3️⃣ Download your files
4️⃣ Unzip your download (see how to unzip a file)
5️⃣ Print, cut, and enjoy the process
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Rustic wall quilt for modern farmhouse interiors
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