Inkscape is a free, open-source vector graphics editor that can be an invaluable tool for quilters looking to plan, prototype, and perfect their designs.
In this tutorial series, we’ll walk you through everything you need to get started — from setting up your canvas to match real-world quilt dimensions, to using grids and snapping tools to keep your blocks perfectly aligned. You’ll learn how to draw and duplicate quilt blocks, fill them with colour to audition fabric combinations, and arrange them into a full quilt layout. No prior experience with graphic design software is required; just a curiosity for your craft and a willingness to explore a new creative tool. By the end of the series, you’ll have both a digital design workflow and a printable pattern ready to take to your sewing room.