Bear Claw Quilt
Bear Claw & Jacob’s Ladder Quilt Top Pattern inspired by Missouri Star Quilt Co.
This quilt top combines four traditional Bear Claw blocks at the center, surrounded by a field of Jacob’s Ladder blocks that create movement and visual rhythm. The original MSQC pattern used a black background and coordinated precuts, but this version is built entirely from scraps — giving the quilt a lively, one‑of‑a‑kind character.
The background fabric is a deep, rich dark green from Dry Goods Country Store in Kutztown, PA, chosen as an alternative to the original black. The green adds warmth and depth, allowing the colorful scrap blocks to glow without overwhelming the design. A narrow yellow inner border adds a spark of light, while the blue outer border frames the entire composition with a calm, grounding edge.
This quilt top is currently awaiting quilting, which will add texture and dimension to the finished piece.
This quilt was given to a friend for housewarming present.
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