Project Jelly Roll: Free Patterns to Roll With!
If you love the magic of a jelly roll — all those beautifully coordinated 2½" strips just waiting to become something wonderful — we've got a treat for you. Moda's Project Jelly Roll is a free, ever-growing collection of jelly-roll-friendly patterns, and it's a goldmine for quilters who want maximum wow with minimum fuss.
Whether you're a longtime jelly roll fan or you've got one sitting in your stash wondering what to make, this is your sign to roll up your sleeves (and your strips!) and dive in.
What Is Project Jelly Roll?
Project Jelly Roll (PJR) is Moda Fabrics' annual celebration of the jelly roll — that iconic bundle of forty 2½" x 44" fabric strips. Each year, Moda releases a fresh batch of free patterns designed to make the most of a single jelly roll, and they keep every past year's designs available too. That means there are dozens of free patterns to explore, from quick quilts to clever bags and pillows.
The best part? Every pattern is built around one jelly roll — so you grab a roll, pick a pattern, and you're ready to start. No complicated yardage math, no endless coordinating. Just pure, strip-pieced fun.
New for 2026!
This year's fresh crop of free Project Jelly Roll patterns is here — and there's something for every mood and skill level:
- Celtic Knots — intricate, interwoven charm
- Mosaic Floor — a striking tiled-effect design
- Crooked Roads — playful, pieced movement
- Scattered Diamonds — bright, geometric sparkle
- Labyrinth — a mesmerizing maze of strips
Each one is a free download and a wonderful way to show off a jelly roll you love.
Don't Forget the Classics
Beyond the 2026 designs, the Project Jelly Roll archive is packed with free patterns from past years — quilts, totes, pillows, and more. A few fan favorites worth a look:
- Windsor Tote — a roomy, giftable bag (with a handy video tutorial!)
- Four by Four Pillows — quick, cozy accent pillows
- Luster, Shift & Anasazi — gorgeous quilt designs from recent years
- Candyshop, Taffy & Smoothie Time — sweet, strip-friendly classics
With so many free patterns in one place, you'll never run out of ways to use a jelly roll!
Why Quilters Love Jelly Rolls
If you're new to jelly rolls, here's why they've earned such a devoted following:
- Perfectly coordinated — every strip comes from one collection, so the colors always play nicely
- Fast & beginner-friendly — strip piecing comes together quickly
- Less cutting — the hardest part is already done for you
- Endlessly versatile — quilts, bags, table runners, pillows, and beyond
They're one of the easiest ways to go from "I want to make something" to a finished project you love.
Grab Your Jelly Rolls at The Sewing Gallery!
Ready to roll? The free patterns are waiting on Moda's Project Jelly Roll page — pick your favorite, then stock up on the perfect jelly roll (or three!) right here with us.
We carry jelly rolls across a range of designers and collections — including favorites from Moda, Ruby Star Society, and more — so you'll find the perfect palette for whichever pattern catches your eye.
🛍️ Shop jelly rolls & precuts online at thesewinggallery.net
📍 Or visit us in Princeton, WV to browse in person
📞 Questions? Give us a call at (304) 487-6700
Pick a pattern, grab a roll, and let's make something wonderful — one little strip at a time!
The Sewing Gallery is West Virginia's go-to destination for quilting fabric, sewing supplies, and machine embroidery. Happy stitching!
