Turn simple paper scraps into a colorful quilt-inspired work of art!

This free Fall Quilt Art Printable gives young artists a simple geometric quilt pattern to use as the starting point for their own collage. Kids can fill the sections with painted paper, scrapbook scraps, newspaper, construction paper, or any other paper they have available.

The accompanying art lesson introduces how quilt makers use many of the same elements and principles artists use—including shape, color, pattern, repetition, and balance—before kids create a quilt design of their own.

Use traditional fall colors, create a rainbow, choose a favorite color palette, or let your paper scraps inspire the design. There’s no one “right” way for the finished quilt to look!

Great for: Homeschool art, elementary art, fall art projects, classrooms, and creative afternoons at home.

You’ll need: Printable quilt template, assorted paper scraps, scissors, glue, and optional markers or crayons for adding extra patterns and details.