If you love a good classic style quilt with a bit of flair try these retro quilt patterns.

The perfect amount of retro flair and traditional classic designs.

30+ RETRO QUILT PATTERNS

From retro to vintage quilt patterns I've got a little bit of everything that gives a nod to eras before our current modern quilts to make and take you back in time.

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FREE RETRO QUILT PATTERNS & TUTORIALS

First up, this section features free quilt patterns with a vintage nod or design. Take a look at some fun old-fashioned quilts.

Summer Cabin by Julie Hirt for PBS Fabrics

Enjoy a vintage style log cabin quilt. This one has a classically unique pattern and design to it.

Chocolate Covered Cherries Quilt by Jo's Country Junction

This beautiful quilt is quaint and traditional. The repetition and style featuring an Irish chain design works great for an older style quilt.

Vintage Inspired Log Cabin Quilt by Diary of a Quilter

Here is another free vintage quilt pattern that has us reminiscing about the log cabin quilt block. This timeless block will always be in style.

Cornerstone Quilt by Diary of a Quilter

Traditional quilts are generally very symmetrical and orderly. Those characteristics give this quilt an old style look.

Retro Camper Pattern by Flamingo Toes

Who doesn't love a retro camper? They look so cute and now you can use those retro vibes to make a quilt inspired by the cute recreational vehicle.

Lace Doily Quilt by Flamingo Toes

Give a quilt instant vintage vibes by adding vintage lace doilies. Grab some from the thrift store and add them onto a quilt.

Scrappy String Quilt by Quilty Love

Advanced quilter and learners alike will love this scrappy project. Use vintage style fabrics to make this one super retro.

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RETRO QUILT PATTERNS TO BUY

In this section I am featuring retro quilt patterns that you can purchase.

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Retro Block Quilt by Shiner's View

Get that retro groove with this block quilt project. Use popular 60's or 70's style colors to really lean into the era and mid-century modern style.

Oasis Quilt Pattern by Maple Cottage Designs

Patchwork quilts have been around for a long time. Quilt them in this unique pattern by playing with the colors.

Molinos Quilt By Kelli Fox Handmade

Mid-century mod has been having a comeback lately and the blocks on this one give that retro feeling. Dress up your sofa with that design.

Yellow Brick Road by Atkinson Designs

This is a vintage physical pattern. When you can use a vintage pattern that is an actual paper pattern it is so much fun. It feels like you are going back into time.

Star and Circle Retro Bedspread by Vintage Pattern Haven (No longer available)

Cover your bed with a vintage-inspired quilt. The circle and star designs mixed give a very vintage 80's look.

Retro Flowers by Sometimes Crafter

This pattern works as a wall hanging too! The retro flowers are the perfect way to brighten up your walls.

Clippings Quilt by Thimbles and Needles AU

Triangles make for some fun old style quilts. I like how this one features a bunch of colorful patterns, and then some black and white triangles to really make them pop.

Earnest Patchwork Quilt by Earnest Quilt

Simple color blocking and stitching can give an older feel to your quilt. This is a great one for beginner quilters.

Retro Half Square Triangle Quilt by Red Pepper Quilts

What is more retro than half square triangles? And they are so easy. Let's make a retro quilt.

Lemon Squeezy by Piccolo Studios

Stripes and squares all sewn up for a lovely vintage style quilt. This one is similar, yet different from a log cabin with still having similar shapes.

Tiptoe Quilt by Rachelle Denneny

How about a fun quilt with some different stars and shapes. Don't forget to add in a lovely border.

Groovy 66 Quilt Pattern by The Quilting Kit (No longer available)

Groovy quilt designs will have you dreaming of the past. The stars and retro shapes are perfect for piecing together a quilt.

My Scrappy Vintage Kitchen by Elefantz

A vintage kitchen quilt full of quilt blocks. Make the sweet styles on each block and quilt them all together.

Checkerboard Quilt by Cotton Studio

A confident beginner can make all sorts of quilts, especially this one. It is mostly squares that could even be precut making it easier to quilt.

Blossom Fields by Ellis and Higgs

Let's go pick some blossoms with this pattern. Using lovely vintage floral fabrics will really finish this quilt up nicely.

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Let's get quilting up these retro and old style quilts. Which one are you going to try first?