Brick Wall Quilt Pattern

In this video, Bob Benson demonstrates how to make his simple yet striking “Brick Wall” quilt block. Using 2½ by 5-inch rectangles, perfect for jelly roll strips or scraps, he shows how to arrange the pieces so they resemble bricks laid in a wall pattern. Bob explains that, unlike traditional quilt blocks, this design doesn’t have a repeating unit but is built by sewing long horizontal strips together for a clean, modern look. The project comes together quickly, making it a great choice for beginners or anyone looking for an easy, eye-catching quilt design.

Hi everyone, I’m Bob Benson, and today I’m going to show you a fun and easy quilt block I call the Brick Wall. I almost called it the Brick House at first, but Brick Wall just fits better. The name comes from the way the pieces look when laid out, they really do resemble bricks in a wall.

What I love about this design is that it’s both simple and a little bit unexpected. The pieces you’ll need are very straightforward. Each “brick” measures 2½ by 5 inches, the same width as a standard jelly roll strip, with the length exactly double the width. You can cut your own 2½-inch strips or use pre-cut jelly rolls to make things even faster. For this demo, I cut a stack of white rectangles and a variety of colorful prints to go with them.

When I started laying out the pieces, I realized just how flexible this design can be. You can make a small block with only four pieces, or go larger for a bold visual impact. I went a bit bigger here because it really stands out on camera, and I think it looks beautiful.

Now, here’s where this block gets interesting. Unlike most quilt blocks, there’s no traditional repeat pattern. At first, I tried to outline one section in white and call that my repeat, but when you place another block next to it, you end up with double rows of white, something that doesn’t fit the brick wall look. The key to this design is maintaining a single white strip between every row of bricks, just like a real wall.

This project works best as a strip layout. You’ll sew your pieces into long horizontal strips first, alternating colors and whites as you go. Once your strips are complete, sew the strips together to form your quilt top. It’s quick, simple, and surprisingly satisfying to assemble.

When you finish piecing it together, the edges may look like the end of a brick wall, staggered and uneven. Just trim the sides to create a clean edge once you’ve decided on the final size.

I found this project came together very quickly, and I love how it looks when finished. It’s a great way to play with color and contrast while keeping the process easy and enjoyable.

So remember: each piece measures 2½ by 5 inches. Give the Brick Wall quilt block a try, you’ll be amazed at how fast it comes together and how striking it looks. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more quilting videos.

Happy sewing!