Introducing the captivating “All Hands On Deck” quilt pattern, a true celebration of nautical charm from the Compass Mixer series. This showstopping quilt showcases an assortment of the finest fabrics designed by the renowned Tim Holtz for Free Spirit.

Immerse yourself in the sailor’s journey, as the intricate compass and captain’s wheel designs transport you to the high seas. This quilt is a great introduction to the art of appliqué, with the simple dots and wheel pegs providing a delightful challenge for quilters of any skill level.

But the adventure doesn’t end there. For those who wish to embark on a second project, replacement papers and a wealth of supporting products are available, including digitized quilting designs, embroidery, notions, and specialized rulers. Navigating the rough waters of quilting has never been easier.

Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or a beginner exploring the craft, the “All Hands On Deck” pattern promises to be a cherished addition to your sewing journey.

If you would like to experiment and mix and match the blocks included here with those from other designs, Quiltster is the perfect tool for you to make a quilt completely your own. Likewise, you can use many of the groups in this pattern to make other layouts as well. Explore each of these layouts to learn new ways to incorporate these blocks into future projects as well!


This pattern is available in Quiltster! This means you can color the quilt with your favorite fabric collections in Quiltster before you make it. Quiltster will even provide you with yardage!  You can also purchase kits designed by Quiltster Sellers right in the application!

Click on the Project button to access the pattern templates and begin coloring with fabrics uploaded from your stash and/or fabric collections from across the industry! A Quiltster account is required to use the coloring tool.  If you do not have a Quiltster account already, you will need to subscribe and log in before these links will work. Subscriptions can be obtained by going to http://www.quiltster.com, click on Subscribe!

If you’d like to purchase a kit from a Quiltster Seller, click the Marketplace button! A subscription is not needed in Quiltster to purchase a kit through the Marketplace.


Click below for a downloadable .PDF of various kitting handouts!

Pattern Size: 99″ x 99″
Price: $146.00
Pattern Includes: Instructions, Cover Sheet, Yardage Information, Foundation Papers, and Applique Sheets


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