The Nutcracker Ballet

Step into a world of holiday magic with this Nutcracker Ballet-themed project! Inspired by the timeless story and filled with whimsical details, this pattern was originally released as a block of the month but the full program is now available on demand. This quilt brings the beloved characters and scenes of the ballet to life one foundation paper pieced block at a time. Follow the optional embroidery instructions at the end to bring some magical holiday sparkle!

Join the magic for just $42 total! You'll get 6 large, detailed story blocks plus 3 charming supporting blocks - a full Nutcracker adventure at an amazing value.

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Included Blocks

The Nutcracker Ballet quilt pattern was originally a Block of the Month program. Now, all of the blocks are instantly available upon purchase! The blocks are provided in the following order to help build Foundation Paper Piecing skills.

  • Star, Present, and Candle Blocks

  • Grandfather Clock Block

  • Sleigh Block

  • Christmas Tree Block

  • Mouse King Block

  • Ballerina Block

  • Nutcracker Block

Fabric Requirements

All colors listed are Riley Blake Designs Confetti Cottons. Stay tuned for quilt kits available from partnering shops!


Please note that fabric requirements for Foundation Paper Piecing projects can vary depending on the individual quilter and their technique. These fabric requirements are based on standard fabric usage with some overage.


FAQ

  • What skill level is required for this pattern? What if I've never done FPP?

    As a whole this project is an intermediate skill level. However, the first month includes a basic Foundation Paper Piecing tutorial and has some beginner-friendly blocks to get you started. Each month becomes a little bit more challenging to help build your skillset.

  • What if the BOM has already started? Can I still sign up?

    You can sign up any time during (or after) the BOM and still receive all of the blocks!

  • Can I buy a block separately?

    Featured blocks will be available at alderwood-studio.com/shop starting June 2026. However, they will be priced accordingly due to their complexity, so if you want more than one of the blocks the most cost-effective approach is to sign up for the full project.

  • Can I change the layout of this pattern?

    Yes! This pattern is designed to be flexible, and more layout options will be shown in the project content.

  • How large is this quilt when finished?

    This pattern finishes at 60" x 60". If you are experienced at scaling FPP templates, you could scale them to be larger or smaller if desired.

  • What is included in this program?

    Upon purchase, you’ll receive instant access to the complete pattern. Each block includes detailed templates and step-by-step instructions, along with additional resources for planning your layout, optional embroidery ideas, and everything else you need to bring the quilt together.

  • Where can I find fabric requirements?

    Fabric requirements are shard above! Remember that fabric requirements can be tricky for FPP projects, so there will be overage to provide for different FPP styles.

  • How will I get the blocks?

    The blocks will be available for download once you sign up for this project. Visit your dashboard after you've created your account, and you will find the full program available!

  • Is this a one-time payment?

    Yes, you sign up with a one-time payment for the whole BOM.