Jelly Roll Projects and Patterns to Sew on National Sew A Jelly Roll Day - The Jolly Jabber Quilting Blog

Jelly Roll Projects and Patterns to Sew on National Sew A Jelly Roll Day

National Sew A Jelly Roll Day is finally here, and we couldn’t be more excited to spend it with you! In addition to the Livestream, we have some fun “if you like __, then you’ll love__” style project recommendations. Whether this is your first time opening up a Jelly Roll, or you’re ready to roll straight into a new project, there is something on this list for you! Read all the way to the end of the blog for a special deal you won’t want to miss!

Did you catch the Livestream?

Before we jump into the roundup, we want to make sure you got a chance to watch the National Sew A Jelly Roll Day Livestream! Join in on the Jelly Roll fun below and then keep reading for even more inspiration.


Here’s what you’ll need for this fun, foundation paper pieced quilt:

If you like big blocks, then you’ll love the Jelly Roll Rail Star Quilt!

The Jelly Roll Rail Star is a beginner-friendly quilt that finishes at a dazzling 79″ x 79″. With just one Jelly Roll and some background fabric, you can have a stunning quilt top in no time! The Jelly Roll Rail Star Quilt Pattern is available as a low-priced PDF and comes with a FREE Fat Quarter Shop Video Tutorial for you to follow along.

Here’s what you’ll need to sew up this off the rails quilt:

If you like making bags, then you’ll love the Jelly Roll Braid Tote!

Add a beautifully braided quilted tote to your collection with the Jelly Roll Braid Tote Pattern! The Jelly Roll Braid Tote is a quick project that’s perfect for confident beginners. Join us for a free video tutorial, where Kimberly demonstrates how to use the 9″ Jelly Braid Paper and some clever construction to make this beautiful bag.

Here’s what you’ll need to make this tote-ally cute project:

If you like using up your scraps, then you’ll love making Bee in my Bonnet Design Boards!

We love having a stack of Lori Holt’s Design Boards at the ready in our sewing room, and whether you shop her pre-made Design Boards or decide to make your own, they are a must-have notion that’s as cute as it is handy! For an in-depth video tutorial from the creator herself, watch the tutorial on Lori Holt’s channel, or the one she filmed with us. You can also check out our quick and easy overview of this scrap-friendly DIY in the Sewing the Trends: Calming Neutrals and DIY Design Boards Blog Post.

Here’s what you’ll need for this must-have notion:

Here’s what you’ll need for this quilt-as-you-go tablerunner:


Save 20% off Jelly Rolls

In honor of this quilty holiday, we have a Jelly Roll Day Sale for you! Use coupon code JR2026 to save 20% off Jelly Rolls. This coupon is not combinable with other offers. Excludes sale items, reservations, and membership fees. One use per customer. Cannot be retroactively applied to previous orders. Other exclusions may apply. Expires September 20th, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST.

Share with #NationalJellyRollDay

We hope we’ve given you some inspiration to unroll a Jelly Roll and get sewing this weekend. Share your projects with us on social media with #NationalJellyRollDay and #FQSfun so we can see and share your work!

Happy National Sew A Jelly Roll Day!

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