• Sparkling diamond shapes create depth and movement, making this an approachable but rewarding foundation paper-piecing pattern for confident beginners and intermediate quilters alike.
  • Foundation Pieced quilt called "Diamond in the Rough" - finished size is 25" square
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Diamond in the Rough

Diamond in the Rough

  • Briefly: Sparkling diamond shapes create depth and movement, making this an approachable but rewarding foundation paper-piecing pattern for confident beginners and intermediate quilters alike. Read more
  • Type: Download Pattern
  • Designer: Pat Daniels
  • Finished size: 25" x 25"
  • Skill Level: Intermediate-advance

    • Techniques

    Foundation Piecing

    Supplies Needed for This Design

    Fabrics:
    Yardage is rounded to the nearest inch and is based on 42" wide fabric. The exception is black fabric where some patches require a 44" long strip. If your fabric is narrower than 44", left-over from one of the other strips can be used.

    • 12" Dark Green
    • 3" Light Green
    • 9" Green
    • 3" Brown
    • 3" Red
    • 11" Orange
    • 9" Yellow

    Other Requirements:
    • Thread for piecing and quilting
    • Sewing machine and accessories
    • Printer or Copier to print templates

    FAQ for Pattern Downloads:

    Question: Where do I find the download I purchased?
    As soon as you make a purchase, you are directed to a Thank You page which will have a link to download your pattern.
    We also email you the 'Thank You' to your email inbox which includes the link to download your pattern. Please check your spam/junk box if you do not receive this.
    Question: I've clicked the download link and nothing happens, what should I do?
    Chances are the pattern is downloading in the background. Give it a moment then check your file app (iphone) or download folder (in My Files or File Manager on android) to see if the file is there. If it isn't, before trying again, try the suggestions in the trouble downloading question below.
    Question: I'm having trouble downloading the pattern, is there anything I should do?
    Yes, the most important thing to do is turn off any popup blocker. Popup blockers prevent the download window from being seen by you, yet we will not know about it so each time you try, it will appear to us that you have attempted to download the pattern.
    Here is a full list of things to try:
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    • Try another device, like another computer, tablet, or mobile phone
    Question: What if I exceed my download tries?
    Don't fear, we will always make sure you receive your purchased pattern. If your download link expires, simply email us and we will send you a new link.
    Question: How do I print my pattern?
    Open the pattern file in a PDF reader. There are many free PDF readers available, the most popular is Adobe Acrobat Reader. Once the file is open, go to the menu (top right), scroll down, and click print. Select the correct printer and click 'actual size' under page sizing & handling. Then click print..
  • Tags: download, foundation piecing, paper piecing, Pat Daniels, quilt, quilt pattern

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    • Description

    Diamond in the Rough sparkles with elegant simplicity and geometric charm. Its diamond motifs create depth and shimmer across the quilt surface, making it rewarding to piece and endlessly appealing to admire. This is an excellent pattern for quilters ready to refine their foundation paper-piecing skills; approachable for those with some experience yet engaging enough for more seasoned makers who appreciate balanced design and precision.

    Pat's 11-page booklet comes complete with all templates, tips on how to speed up assembly, yardage and cutting charts, use of triangles, and block and foundation maps, guiding you all the way to completion.

    About Pat's paper pieced patterns

    Pat has a more efficient way of paper piecing that provides more accuracy and ease. All her patterns are symmetrical so that once you have completed all the blocks in the design you can flip them 180 degrees from the way she made them and form a different and still interesting quilt. 

    If you are new to paper piecing, you’ll be surprised at the complex-looking quilt you’ve made that has actually been easy. If you have made this kind of quilt before, you will find an ease of production that you may not have experienced.