How to: Dream Big Panel Twisted Hexagon Quilt

January 27, 2026

Dream Big Spectrum Quilt

Twisted Hexagon Quilt Project - with All-In-The-Hoop Blocks

Begin a quilt that grows beautifully, one block at a time. The Dream Big Spectrum Quilt is a beginner-friendly, all-in-the-hoop embroidery project designed to be both relaxing and rewarding.

Each Twisted Hexagon block is fully quilted in the hoop and available in 5 x 7 and 6 x 8 hoop sizes. With a large variety of unique embroidered blocks, this quilt comes together gradually, allowing you to enjoy the process without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.

We used the Dream Big – Hoffman Spectrum Printed Panel, but you are welcome to use your own fabric choices. No special panel is required—your quilt will be stunning no matter what you choose.

✔ 11 carefully planned releases
✔ 9–10 blocks per collection
✔ Photo & video tutorials included
✔ Beginner friendly and confidence building

Join us and Quilt With Me as we stitch our way to the beautiful reveal of the Dream Big Spectrum Quilt.

✨ Take advantage of our Time-Limited Introductory Offer and get started today.

We're using the gorgeous Dream Big Spectrum Printed panel from Hoffman for this project – but here's the exciting part: you can absolutely raid your fabric stash and create an equally amazing quilt using our All In The Hoop Quilted Twisted Hexagon Blocks!

Let's Get Started: Give your panel (or fabric) a good press with your iron – you want a smooth foundation!

Print the hexagon templates ASH3790_57BAT and ASH3790_57FAB at ACTUAL SIZE. (Important: don't select "fit to page" or your sizing will be off!) Use template 57FAB to cut your fabric hexagons and template 57BAT to pre-cut your batting hexagons.

Layout Time: Find the center point of your panel.

Position template ASH3790_57FAB at the center.

Start marking hexagons from the center outward – work horizontally (top to bottom) and vertically (side to side).

Fill in the remaining hexagon shapes across your entire panel.

Once you're happy with the placement, carefully cut each block.

Here's a Game-Changer: Number each block with a pin and mark the bottom orientation. Trust me, you'll thank yourself later when assembly is a total breeze!

Prepare Your Accent Fabric: Cut 2" wide × 36" strips OR six 2" × 6" pieces per block.

Sort your blocks by rows – staying organized = less stress!

Choose your thread colors. We went with tone-on-tone to match each hexagon's dominant color – so pretty!

Stitch Your Blocks: Hoop your cut-away stabilizer – you're ready to create your first twisted hexagon!

Stitch color stop 1, then place batting and fabric in the center and secure with color stop 2.

Color stop 3 stitches the UNIQUE design element.

Creating the Twist: Now for the fun part! Place your first accent fabric strip aligned on the edge (see photo).

A straight stitch secures it. Fold outward and repeat this process five times.

Before adding the 6th strip, fold the first strip inward (check the photo!). Stitch the next color stop to secure that final accent piece.

The last color stop is a running stitch around the outer edge.

 Pro Tip: Keep those numbered pins on your blocks with the orientation marked – seriously, future you will be so grateful!

Trim away excess stabilizer and batting to reduce bulk in your seams.

Trim the edges using the same seam allowance on all blocks for perfect consistency.

Follow Along for the Full Journey!

We'll be adding photos as we complete each row until this Amazing Dream Big Spectrum Quilt comes to life – beautifully accented with those striking black twisted hexagons!

Questions? We've Got You!

Don't hesitate to email us. We're here to support you every step of the way as you create YOUR gorgeous quilt!

Warm regards,
Annemarie
annemarie@astitchahalf.com

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