How Controlled Improv works
If you've made traditional quilt patterns, this one will feel a little different, in the best way. Controlled Improv patterns don't include a placement chart telling you where to put each color or block. You won't find "Fabric 3 goes here."
What you do get is a plan you can trust: clear cutting instructions, step-by-step block construction, and guidance on choosing colors and balancing lights and darks so your quilt flows. Then you get to play. You decide where each piece lands, and your quilt ends up uniquely yours.
If improv makes you a little nervous, you're in good company, and you don't have to figure it out alone. In HIVE+, you can get color and layout feedback from me, join a monthly LIVE where we practice controlled improv design together, and work through full companion courses for select patterns. You'll also get free shipping on every Jittery Wings order, all with a whole hive of color-loving quilters cheering you on. No quilt police, just process over perfection. 🐝
This pattern has a full companion course inside HIVE+!
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COMPLETELY FAT QUARTER FRIENDLY!
Cosmic Sass turns Fat Quarters into a vibrant, movement-filled quilt using “controlled improv” techniques that provide supportive structure for your creativity. With guided color flow and clear rules to follow, even improv-shy quilters will feel confident and empowered. Written by Mitzie Schafer of Jittery Wings Quilt Co., the pattern includes crib, throw, twin, and large queen sizes, featuring 4.5" finished squares and dynamic Half Square Triangles (HSTs) for a bold, modern finish.
Crib 36"x54"; Throw 54"x72"; Twin 72"x90"; Large Queen 108"x108"
COMPANION COURSE INCLUDED WITH HIVE+
A full companion course for this pattern is included with your HIVE+ membership. Learn more here.