Tip-Top Baby Quilt Pattern

The Tip-Top Baby Quilt Pattern by Cut Loose Press is a clever, beginner-friendly quilt that delivers beautiful results with minimal stress and maximum accuracy.
Designed to take full advantage of pre-cut fabrics and specialty rulers, this pattern is perfect for baby quilts, gifts, and learning new techniques with confidence.
All you need are 72 five-inch squares and 1⁄2 yard of contrast fabric to create the blocks.
Corners are cut using the Creative Grids Folded Corner Clipper, eliminating the need to draw sewing lines — a huge time saver.
Best of all, blocks are trimmed after sewing, so slight variations in pre-cut square sizes are never a problem.
The quilt is set on point, using oversized side-setting and corner triangles that are trimmed only after the rows are sewn together.
This forgiving method makes Tip-Top an excellent way to learn how to set a quilt on point while still achieving crisp, professional results.
Finished Size: 38in x 43in
Key Features
Baby quilt pattern using 5-inch squares (charm packs friendly)
No marking required when using the Folded Corner Clipper
Blocks trimmed after sewing for perfect accuracy
Forgiving construction — ideal for pre-cuts
On-point layout with oversized triangles for stress-free assembly
Excellent skill-building project with a fast finish
Required Tools
Creative Grids 4-1/2in Square Ruler – CGR4 (required)
Creative Grids Folded Corner Clipper – CGRFCC (required)
Pattern Details
Pattern Brand: Cut Loose Press
Format: Printed paper pattern
Fabric Type: 5-inch squares + yardage
Technique: Standard machine piecing
Skill Level: Beginner to confident beginner
Creative Uses
Baby quilts and toddler quilts
Handmade baby shower or new-arrival gifts
Learning how to set quilts on point
Charm pack stash-busting projects
Classroom or workshop teaching pattern
Why You’ll Love This Pattern
Tip-Top removes the fear from both corner piecing and on-point layouts.
With oversized pieces and trimming done after sewing, accuracy is built into the process.
It’s a pattern that builds confidence, teaches valuable techniques, and results in a sweet, polished baby quilt you’ll be proud to gift.