I used a quilt kit from Riley Blake's Faraway Kingdom to make the basic dragon, and purchased additional coordinating fabric to increase the size by adding an inner and outer border. The quilt ended up being 50"x60", which is perfect to take to school and let the kids sit on while reading. I used a longarm pattern called Scrolling Filigree. It's a lot cuter in person. This one didn't photograph super well. I am working on another version now using darker fabrics.
My mom's quilt shop sells half-packs, which are 5 1/2 yard fabrics that can be used to make a simple quilt. They have 12 patterns from Sassy Sunflower Quilts to choose from that come free with purchase. On my last visit I got several packs, including one using Small Things- Fairytales by Lewis & Irene and the pattern called "Spin Me Round". They are so cute! I wanted to make a small quilt for my classroom that kids can sit on during our independent reading stamina building time. The quilt size is 50"x57" which is perfect. I was home alone when I finished it so don't have my professional holder (haha) so here it what it looks like from the back of my couch. Easy to do in an afternoon. I used a basic stipple to quilt on my longarm, which might become my new favorite.
