A small flock of folk art birds, each built up in layered hand-dyed wool and finished with hand embroidery, fills this cheerful wall hanging. Nine bird blocks sit in a grid, framed by a colorful border of appliquéd flowers, and the finished piece measures just over 23 inches square.

At this size it is an approachable way to get comfortable with Sue Spargo's techniques, or to add a quick, lively piece to a wall. Chirp is worked entirely in wool, without cotton or velvet appliqué, so the dimension comes from layering the wool itself and the embroidery worked on top adds the feathers, texture, and personality.

The book also includes the pattern for the Chirp Workbox, a coordinating clutch-style organizer for holding threads, needles, and the block in progress.

What the Book Includes

This listing is for the printed pattern book only, not a kit and not a finished quilt.

• 64 full-color pages, softcover
• Step-by-step instructions with full-size appliqué and embroidery designs
• Patterns for the Chirp quilt (nine bird blocks with a flower border, finishing 23-1/2 inches square) plus the Chirp Workbox
• Techniques: wool appliqué, layering, and hand embroidery
• Embroidery stitch instructions are referenced from Sue Spargo's Creative Stitching (sold separately), not reprinted in this book
• Fabric, wool, thread, batting, and backing are not included

What You'll Need

Chirp is worked entirely in hand-dyed wool, for both the background and the appliqué, with embroidery stitched on top. Plan for wool plus a range of embroidery threads. The book holds the full materials list.

Like all of Sue Spargo's designs, this book names the decorative stitches it uses and points to her Creative Stitching reference for how to work them rather than teaching the stitches here. Creative Stitching (sold separately) is the stitch dictionary behind her line, so it is the companion to keep beside this project.

Perfect For

• Stitchers who want a smaller, quicker wool appliqué and embroidery project
• Bird and nature lovers who want a cheerful wall hanging
• Anyone new to Sue Spargo's techniques looking for an approachable starting point
• Makers who want a coordinating project from the included Chirp Workbox

Why You'll Love This Book

Chirp packs a lot of personality into a small quilt. Nine birds, each with its own colors and stitched detail, make a wall hanging that feels lively and handmade, and the compact size means it comes together without a long commitment.

Working entirely in wool keeps the focus on one set of skills, which makes this a friendly entry point to layered wool appliqué. The included Chirp Workbox gives a second, smaller make from the same techniques, handy for carrying a block and threads to a class or a chair by the window.

Product Details

• Brand: Sue Spargo Folk Art Quilts
• Item #: ISBN 978-0-9993902-4-5
• Author: Sue Spargo
• Category: Quilt Pattern Book
• Skill Level: Advanced beginner and up (approachable techniques and a smaller project)
• Technique: Wool appliqué, layering, and hand embroidery
• Patterns Included: Chirp Quilt (nine blocks with a flower border) plus the Chirp Workbox
• Finished Quilt Size: 23-1/2 in x 23-1/2 in (wall hanging)
• Pages: 64, full color
• Format: Softcover
• Book Size: 8-1/2 in x 8-1/2 in
• Made in the United States