Jungle Abstractions: The Lion
Violet Craft's "Jungle Abstractions: The Lion" quilt is a remarkable and visually stunning quilt pattern that celebrates the majestic and iconic king of the jungle, The Lion. This design is part of her renowned "Abstractions" series, which merges modern quilting aesthetics with intricate geometric shapes to create extraordinary quilt patterns.
What makes "Jungle Abstractions: The Lion" particularly notable is its widespread recognition and acclaim. This quilt was the very first of its kind, made from one large scale foundation paper pieced block and has garnered attention and praise from reputable sources in the world of quilting and beyond. It has been featured in publications such as The Wall Street Journal highlighting its significance in the art and quilting community. Additionally, the quilt has found a place in the book “Modern Quilts: Designs of the New Century” by The Modern Quilt Guild published in 2017 showcasing its modern and artistic approach to quilting, and it has also earned recognition in the Los Angeles Times, further solidifying its impact and appeal.
Through this quilt pattern, Violet Craft not only showcases her exceptional design talent but also brings the beauty and strength of the lion to life in a unique and artistic way. Quilters who take on this project have the opportunity to create a quilt that is not only visually striking but also carries the weight of its recognition in the quilting world.
The Jungle Abstractions: The Lion quilt finishes at 60” square. Instructions assume a knowledge of foundation paper piecing. If you are new to paper piecing or just want a thorough explanation of the construction of these blocks, please visit our Tutorials page.
The original Jungle Abstractions: The Lion quilt which was not quite square. The pattern for the quilt was modofied and a new model was made before publication.
The Lion is the first project in the Jungle Abstractions series. This foundation paper pieced quilt is made with one striking large scale block.
Finished quilt measures 60" x 60".
Fabric used on cover is Cotton Couture by Michael Miller Fabrics.
Instructions assume a knowledge of foundation paper piecing. If you are new to paper piecing or just want a thorough explanation of the construction of these blocks, please visit our Tutorials page.
The download is a ZIP folder containing two files.
The first file is the full color instruction booklet that should be printed on standard 8.5" x 11" paper.
The second file contains 32 pages of templates to be printed at 100% on 11" x 17" paper. Templates can be printed in black & white and should be printed on a dark enough setting to capture all of the detailed information on the templates.
Most home printers WILL NOT PRINT 11" x 17" paper. We recommend Staples and the average cost is under $5.
THIS IS FOR A PDF DOWNLOAD. For a paper pattern, please inquire at your local quilt shop. This file is not compatible for download to mobile devices such as iPads, smartphones or other tables; it must be downloaded to a laptop or desktop computer.
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The Lion is the first project in the Jungle Abstractions series. This foundation paper pieced quilt is made with one striking large scale block.
Finished quilt measures 60" x 60".
Instructions assume a knowledge of foundation paper piecing. If you are new to paper piecing or just want a thorough explanation of the construction of these blocks, please visit our Tutorials page.
This is a physical paper pattern that will be mailed to your address. For the PDF version, delivered via email download, click here.
Templates will need to be copied before use on 11” x 17” paper. Precopied templates are available for purchase in the options.
The Electric Lion Abstractions sticker is a 3” die cut stunner! Made from thick, durable vinyl that protects your sticker from scratching, rain and sunlight - this Lion is ready to roar!!
This new kit in bright colors contains fabric for top and binding. Backing is not included.
This Jungle Abstractions: The Lion kit in the Fall Textures colorway contains fabric for top only. Backing and binding are not included.
Ready to ROAR! Adorn a denim jacket or that blazer you’re planning to wear at the polls. The Jungle Abstractions Lion pin is high quality metal Cloisonne features 11 colors and raised gold outlining. There are two pin backs to keep this gem secure!
Enjoy!
Pattern Cover and Back Images
Alternate Color Charts
Click on images below to view a PDF of each colorway.
Original Cover converted to Kona Cotton Solids
Fall Textures in Kona, Manchester and Essex
Tropical Lion in Kona Cotton Solids
Savannah Lion in Kona Cotton Solids
Ultra Brights in Kona Cotton Solids
Original Michael Miller Cotton Couture Colors
We love this colorway created by Cherrywood fabrics! You can purchase this colorway using their hand-dyed fabrics here: The Mighty Savannah Kit.
Coloring Page
Click on the image to download a coloring page. Use the color chart to plan your next project or just for fun!
Eratta
In the first 100 copies printed many moons ago, there is a typo in the Lion Piecing Order. Numbers 31 & 32 are reversed and numbers 20 & 21 are reversed. The templates are correctly numbered. The image shows the correct placement for the numbers.
These three lines of instructions are missing from some very early copies of the pattern.
(26.36) + (8.14) + (15.25)(26.36) + (8.14) + (15.25)
(1.7) + (8.36)
(42.46) + (1.36) + (37.41)