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Mouse Trap Quilt Abstract Version 4 the Wovens One

April 10, 2025 by Shannon 2 Comments

Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along 2025 by Shannon Fraser Designs - this is Abstract Version 4 shown in Nocturne Everyday Chambray wovens. This bold modern quilt pattern is so fun to explore different quilt compositions featuring the 12 different geometric blocks. #MouseTrapBOM #quilting #quiltalong #modernquiltpattern #abstractquilt

This might be a block-of-the-month quilt along, but nothing says that you have to use all of the blocks featured in the Mouse Trap Quilt! That’s the beauty of playing with your composition, and Abstract Version 4, the wovens one, is here to show off the quilty possibilities awaiting you!

If this is the first you’ve heard about the Mouse Trap BOM, the quilt is designed as a modern skill builder to encourage you to challenge your piecing skills. The quilt along kicked off on January 15, 2025, with a new quilt block being released every month and you’ll have the month to stitch it up. Each new geometric block introduces a new quilting technique or combination of techniques to help you level up your piecing. The real fun is playing with the blocks to create new ‘mouse trap’ layouts!

Learn more about:

  • Abstract Version 1
  • Abstract Version 2
  • Abstract Version 3

Today is all about putting a spotlight on Mouse Trap Quilt Abstract Version 4 the wovens one.

Let’s dive in!

The Mouse Trap BOM Quilt Pattern is available for instant download!

Level up your quilting skills in 2025 with the Mouse Trap block of the month quilt pattern designed by Shannon Fraser Designs. This modern skill builder is intended to encourage you to step out of your quilt comfort zone and try new traditional piecing techniques in the 12 unique modern quilt blocks. The geometric shapes are perfect for quilt composition play! Learn more on the blog #MouseTrapBOM #modernquiltpattern #modernquiltalong #blockofthemonth

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Mouse Trap Quilt The Wovens One Colourway

It didn’t take me long to pull together my colourway for Abstract Version 4.

Well, in fairness, I didn’t entirely plan to make Abstract Version 4 in these wovens.

What happened was that I was in full-on test mode while writing the Mouse Trap BOM Quilt Pattern, and I tend to prefer using remnants to yardage for my test blocks. But I had quite a bit of fabric left over from making my Green Chambray Quilted Coat, and I absolutely adored the feel and colour of the pull.

After making a couple of test blocks, I got really excited about how different it looked and felt compared to the same blocks made in quilting cotton. So, when I realized that I could probably eke out enough to make an entire quilt, it got me super curious and fired up to see what it would look like in quilt format (rather than garment format).

You might spot that I snuck in a print within my Rainbow blocks. And that came to be simply because I’d run out of fabric and needed to make due. What I love about sometimes just needing to make it work, is that it leads to fun discoveries. I love that the added detail of the stripe within the print adds to the movement of the Rainbow block. You know my love for stripes, so this was a particularly fun ‘quilty win’ 😉

Challenge your piecing skills with Mouse Trap Quilt Abstract Version 4. This modern pattern offers endless possibilities for quilt compositions and new quilting techniques. #quilting

Mouse Trap Abstract Version 4 Composition

Ok, now for the piece de resistance, the cool composition featured in Abstract Version 4.

This one is all about featuring your favourite Mouse Trap quilt blocks. I opted to include a mix of both curvy and more linear block designs to create a little intrigue and break it up from feeling too linear and rigid. Curves do that beautifully 😉

The other element I incorporated was repetition. Each block is repeated at least once. The Sticks block is repeated 4 times, one for each block layout option.

Discover the Modern Mouse Trap Quilt shown here in Abstract Version 4! Perfect for quilters looking to challenge their piecing skills and explore new techniques. Start your next quilting adventure today! #quiltalong #skillbuilderquilt

Mouse Trap Block Design

I want to highlight that last point because it’s a key feature of the Mouse Trap quilt pattern. The blocks can be pieced in reverse to create a new layout option. You can also rotate your blocks 180 degrees, which adds even more options to your design.

When you start playing with the repetition, layout, and rotation of your blocks, the number of composition options grows. This means there are lots of new Mouse Trap Quilts that are just waiting to be created by you!

To help you do this, you’ll find some mini quilt graphics in your Welcome Package (sent after you purchase the Mouse Trap BOM Quilt Pattern). You can print those out, along with the ‘Design Your Own’ colouring page to play around and create your own Mouse Trap layout.

You can even take this one step further and see it come to life digitally over on PreQuilt!

  • Abstract Version 1 Digital Colouring Page
  • Abstract Version 2 Digital Colouring Page
  • Abstract Version 3 Digital Colouring Page
  • Abstract Version 4 Digital Colouring Page
  • ‘Design Your Own’ Digital Colouring Page

Use code SHANNON to save 20% on your annual PreQuilt subscription (Basic & Market).

The point is to have fun with this step and show off your quilty style!

Elevate your quilt game with Mouse Trap Quilt Abstract Version 4 – a modern skillbuilder pattern designed for quilters who want to explore abstract quilting compositions. #quiltsinthewild

Hand Quilting Wovens

Well, it took me several months, but I finally have a quilt to show you!

Hand quilting this one wasn’t the best decision given that I didn’t have a finished quilt to show you for months! But, as I mentioned to you in my weekly newsletter (sign up here), this one kept calling me to hand-quilt her. Between the lovely feel of the wovens and the added texture the big stitch hand quilting created, this one is beyond scrummalicious!

If you want to add some quilty texture to your Mouse Trap quilt, here’s an overview of what you’ll need to dive into big stitch hand quilting.

Hand quilted with love – the Mouse Trap Quilt brings out the beauty of negative space, creating a cozy masterpiece perfect for all your quilty snuggles. A true labor of love!
Wrap yourself in comfort with the Mouse Trap Quilt, hand quilted to perfection. The stunning negative space design adds a modern touch to your home while keeping you warm for all your quilty snuggles.
Pips has been ALL over this one!

Binding

Since I was so focused on hand quilting her, I got sidetracked and ended up using the fabric in another project – oops! So, I had to pause to order some more to make the binding.

It didn’t take me long to get the binding made. I also big stitch hand quilted the binding in this gorgeous deep red colour. It picks up beautifully on the deep rust colour of the backing.

Show off your quilting skills with the Mouse Trap Quilt, hand quilted to emphasize negative space. A beautiful, modern design perfect for snuggling up and enjoying the art of quilting.
Explore abstract quilting with the Mouse Trap Quilt Abstract Version 4! A fun, challenging pattern designed by Shannon Fraser Designs to help you grow your quilting skills.
Block labels are included in the Mouse Trap BOM Quilt Pattern.

Make it Your Own

To recreate a similar Mouse Trap quilt featuring wovens, here’s what you’ll need to make your own:

  • Mouse Trap Quilt Pattern – Abstract Version 4
  • Mouse Trap Acrylic Ruler Set (optional, but super helpful!)
  • Fabrics in colours:
    • Halo
    • Sepia
    • Amber
    • Terrain
    • Large Monarch in Autumnal
  • Piecing thread
  • 8wt pearl cotton hand quilting thread
  • Batting
  • Sewing machine
  • Sewing machine needles
  • Cutting mat
  • Rotary cutter with these blades
  • Rotary cutter for paper templates
  • Scissors for paper cutting
  • Ruler – long
  • Ruler – short
  • Small scissors
  • Pin cushion
  • Pins
  • Iron
  • Wool pressing mat – Use code SHANNONFRASERBOM2025 to save 15% on your entire purchase at The Felt Store Canada or The Felt Store USA. One use per customer, offer cannot be combined with other discounts. Expires June 30, 2025.
  • Spray bottle
  • Erasable marking tool
  • Seam ripper
Mouse Trap Block of the Month quilt kit available from Sew Curated. #quiltkit #mousetrapbom #mousetrapquilt #fabric

To make the original pattern cover version you can find the exact kit featuring the same AGF Pure Solids in this quilt kit from Sew Curated.

Get the AGF Pure Solids dupes from Sew Curated for the colours I’ll be stitching my Mouse Trap quilt in 2025.

Mouse Trap Block of the Month quilt kit featuring AGF dupes for my 2025 colourway available from Sew Curated. #quiltkit #mousetrapbom #mousetrapquilt #fabric

Mouse Trap Block of the Month

The Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along kicks off on January 15, 2025. A new quilt block pattern will be released on the 15th of every month until all 12 blocks have been released along with the final quilt instructions on December 15, 2025. Each new block introduces a new quilting technique or a new approach on how to use the quilting technique. The real fun is deciding what layout you’d like to make. You can choose from 1 of the 7 layouts featured in the quilt pattern, or you can choose to design a unique layout to you! Take the optional Mouse Trap video-on-demand class for added step-by-step guidance.

Take the Mouse Trap Block of the Month course! You can start today and follow along as each quilt block is released on the 15th of the month throughout 2025. Click to get started! #onlineclass #quiltingcourse #learntoquilt #blockofthemonth
Let your creativity run wild with Mouse Trap Quilt Abstract Version 4. A modern, skill-building quilt pattern designed to inspire you to push your piecing limits.

I’m so excited to finally get to share a finished quilt with you! It may have taken longer than anticipated, but I don’t regret a second of it. This Mouse Trap quilt the wovens one is extra snuggleriffic, especially with all that hand quilting!

If you haven’t already, be sure to get your Mouse Trap BOM Quilt Pattern and sign up for the Mouse Trap BOM Newsletter so you don’t miss any of the quilt-along details 😊 And for added guidance, take the optional Mouse Trap Course!

Happy stitching!

xo

Shannon


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  1. Hydee says

    April 29, 2025 at 4:50 pm

    Just sooooo good! I need to make a wovens quilt of some sort eventually. You’re right – it’s scrumalicious!!! Handquilting was the right decision.

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    • Shannon says

      April 30, 2025 at 6:25 am

      I 100% encourage you to dive in and start working with wovens, Hydee! They feel glorious and are the absolute best for snuggling with 🙂 Add in all the hand stitching, and it takes the coziness to the next level!!

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