Show your American pride with this 4th of July shield quilt pattern. It's made on a printed grid foundation, so every square lines up without matching points, perfect for beginners and a quick holiday project for experienced quilters.

Finished size depends on the grid you choose (before borders):

• 1" finished squares: 14" x 18" (cut 1.5" squares)
• 1.5" finished squares: 21" x 27" (cut 2" squares)
• 2" finished squares: 28" x 36" (cut 2.5" squares)

What's included

• The 4th of July American Shield pattern and instructions
• 2 panels of EasyPiecing Grid by Ten Sisters Handicraft in the size you select (each panel is 9 x 14 squares, 126 squares)

Not included: fabric.

How it goes together

Place your cut squares on the fusible grid foundation, press them in place, then fold and sew along the printed lines. No measuring each seam and no fussy matching.

Tips: a washable glue stick helps tack squares before pressing, and a pressing sheet keeps the adhesive off your iron and ironing board.

New to grid quilting? Watch how a panel comes together on our YouTube channel, and grab our free cutting guides.

More projects

Find more patriotic projects in our summer quilt patterns, or start small with our 2 panel projects.

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