Encadré - Motif

I've always struggled to get the proportions right on my own, but this pattern’s layout instructions are so clearly laid out that my finished block came out perfectly square. The way the framing pieces are designed really does give it that artistic, almost gallery-like feel I was hoping for.

The step-by-step diagrams make the construction so clear, even for tricky corners like the inner border mitering. I finished my first quilt top in a weekend and am already planning color variations.

I love how the Framed In pattern lets you play with negative space around the central medallion, making each block feel like its own little piece of art. The diagrams are really helpful for keeping all those partial seams straight, which I usually struggle with. It’s a fresh, modern take on a classi