Quick answer
Choose Breezeway if you want a modern, angled quilt with a flowing feel; pick Chic Picnic if you prefer a scrappy, curve-based quilt that uses your fabric stash efficiently.
Modern angles vs. scrappy curves
Breezeway is built on angled piecing that creates a sense of movement across the quilt top. The blocks shift visually, giving it a dynamic, modern look rather than a traditional straight-line grid. If you enjoy contemporary designs and don't mind careful seam matching on angles, this pattern will keep you engaged.
Chic Picnic, on the other hand, uses the Quick Curve Ruler to piece curved blocks. The result is a softer, more traditional scrappy aesthetic. It's a great pick if you want to use up a variety of prints from your stash or fat quarters, and the curves add a playful touch without being overly complex.
Size and fabric requirements
Breezeway finishes at 63" x 82", a generous throw or bed-size quilt. It calls for (14) 1/2 yard cuts of assorted focus fabrics plus (20) 5" x wof strips, so you'll need a coordinated set of half-yard pieces. This is a great option if you love shopping for bundles or want a cohesive look.
Chic Picnic finishes at 75" x 75", a square throw that's slightly larger in width. It requires (84) 10" squares of assorted prints or (21) 1/3 yard cuts, plus 4 3/4 yards of background fabric. This pattern is ideal for using layer cakes, 10" squares, or scraps you can cut into 10" pieces.
Skill level and tools
Both patterns are approachable for confident beginners, but they have different tool requirements. Chic Picnic specifically requires the Quick Curve Ruler (QCR) to cut and piece the curved blocks. If you already own the QCR, this pattern is a natural fit; if not, factor that extra purchase into your decision.
Breezeway does not list the QCR as a requirement, focusing instead on angled piecing. If you prefer working with straight lines and angles rather than curves, Breezeway might be more comfortable. However, the angled seams require precise cutting and pressing to keep the points sharp.
Breezeway vs Chic Picnic: Trade-offs to consider
- Quilt size: Chic Picnic finishes at 75" x 75" (square), while Breezeway is 63" x 82" (rectangular). Choose based on your bed size or intended use—square throws are great for snuggling, while rectangular fits a twin or full bed better. Measure your bed or intended space before deciding.
- Fabric requirements: Chic Picnic uses 10" squares or 1/3 yard cuts, perfect for stash-busting or layer cakes. Breezeway needs half-yard cuts, which are easier to buy in coordinated bundles but may require more fabric shopping. Check your stash: do you have 10" squares or half-yard pieces?
- Piecing style: Chic Picnic uses curves (requires Quick Curve Ruler), while Breezeway uses angles. Curves can be more forgiving for beginners, but angles give a crisp modern look. Consider which technique you enjoy more. If you don't own a QCR, factor that into your cost and skill comfort.
Pattern details at a glance
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Chic Picnic (Paper): Chic Picnic is a 75" x 75" pattern that requires the Quick Curve Ruler (QCR) and uses (84) 10" squares or (21) 1/3 yard cuts of assorted prints. This pattern is perfect for using layer cakes or pre-cut 10" squares, and it gives you a large square quilt with a scrappy, curved design.
Chic Picnic (Paper)
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Breezeway (Paper): Breezeway is a 63" x 82" quilt with angled piecing that creates a drifting, wave-like effect, using (14) 1/2 yard cuts of assorted focus fabrics. The half-yard cuts make it easy to build a coordinated palette, and the angled design gives a modern, flowing look that stands out from traditional grids.
Breezeway (Paper)
Which pattern fits you?
Best for
- Quilters who want a modern, flowing design and enjoy working with angles
- Those who prefer using half-yard cuts for a coordinated look
- Anyone who wants a rectangular throw that fits a twin or full bed
Not for
- Quilters who prefer scrappy, curved designs and want to use 10" squares or layer cakes
- Those who don't own a Quick Curve Ruler and don't want to buy one