“Dragonfly Garden” is a joyful celebration of childhood wonder stitched into a sunny daydream. This quilt captures the essence of a backyard bursting with life—smiling dragonflies dancing above cheerful flowers, stitched with care and free-motion quilted with swirling breezes. I created this piece in early spring, inspired by the sight of my toddler chasing dragonflies among blooming daisies in our garden.

The patchwork border is a nod to scrappy quilting traditions, combining various fabrics from past projects each square carrying its own little memory. Creating the appliqué creatures was both delightful and challenging, especially balancing their whimsical look with durable stitching for little hands to tug and explore.

This quilt is perfect for a nursery wall, stroller blanket, or a sunny spot in the quilting room. Whether you’re looking for DIY quilting ideas, quilting pattern free inspirations, or simply love the charm of hand-stitched smiles, this piece invites you into a world where insects are friends, and every flower beams with color.