Robert Kaufman just released new Artisan Batiks Totally Tropical fabrics. Totally Tropical is a collection of tropical, beach, and resort-themed prints in colors evoking sizzling sunsets, tranquil vegitation, and ocean waves. If you are searching for bright colors, you'll love these fabrics. The collection is refreshed frequently, so there are a variety of free patterns available. You'll find patterns for every skill level. You can find the Artisan Batiks Totally Tropical collection on Amazon. We receive a commission for qualifying transactions.
Totally Tropical Fabric on Amazon
Color Crossings
Beginner level.
Finished quilt measures 56 inches x 68 inches. The pattern uses a jelly roll for the crosses and squares to minimize cutting, but you will still need three extra strips.
These strips can be cut from eighth-yard pieces or scraps measuring at least 2 1/2 inches x 6 1/2 inches.
Download Color Crossings Pattern
Passage
Beginner level.
Finished quilt measures 73 inches x 91 inches. Rail fence pattern with double border.
Download Passage Pattern
Linked Runner
Beginner level.
Finished piece measures 18 inches x 50 inches. Practice your half-square and half-quarter-square triangles!
Download Linked Runner Pattern
Four Patch Charm
Beginner plus level.
Finished quilt measures 63 1/4 inches x 69 inches. The quilt top uses three charm packs plus a light background fabric. Lots of practice making half-quarter-square triangles.
Download Four Patch Charm Pattern
Reversible Tote Bag
Beginner plus level.
Finished bag measures 20 inches x 13 inches x 7 1/2 inches. Uses 2/3 yard of two different fabrics. The bag doesn't have any interfacing, so it will be light-weight.
Download Reversible Tote Bag Pattern
Garden Path
Intermediate level.
Finished quilt measures 71 inches x 88 inches. Pattern is made by assembling half-square triangles into bear claws with sashing so you'll need to cut and sew carefully to get the points to match.
Download Garden Path Pattern
Pineapple Rush
Intermediate level.
Finished quilt measures 52 inches x 65 inches. Big pineapple blocks. Lots of sewing on the diagonal.
Download Pineapple Rush Pattern