I have some fun news that I can finally share. Meet my new CF Grid Group fabric collection!
On Grids
It shouldn’t be a surprise, but I LOVE grids. There’s something wonderful about clean lines and repetition, and grids epitomize that. Plus, once you get a good grid on some fabric, it’s really fun to cut it up and sew it into a project!
Grids can add a nice structure to piecing as well as some delightful contrast to curvy shapes and appliqué.
CF Grid Group Fabrics
This is my Grid Group, which is part of my basics line–Collection CF. What I’ve done is take some of my favorite grid-like motifs from past collections and reimagined them in a new way and with a specific color theme–in grayscale.
On Grayscale and Color
When I’m teaching a color class, one of my favorite points to make is how you can exaggerate the variety and nuance in a fabric pull when you reduce your palette down to a very narrow range. Doing this has a magical way of emphasizing variation in a beautiful way. It makes it fun to see more color in whatever you are working with.
This is exactly what I was thinking when I put this collection together. Even though this is a grayscale palette, together these 12 pieces feel really colorful to me, and they come to life in projects.
Project Peek
And, I have some new projects, including a new appliqué project that I am just over-the-moon excited about. It’s called Bow, and it’s (maybe obviously) based on a Rainbow. I know I’ve dropped the ball a bit on my pattern releases recently, but I promise, this (and others I’ve been working on) will be real, and we’ll be able to sew together with them soon.
As for the new fabrics, you can ask your local quilt shop to get their order in now. The collection starts shipping in September.
Watch This
I put together a little video introducing you to the new group…along with more of a look at the projects on my YouTube channel here, and I’ll be sharing more about it all in posts to come.
Read, watched and think it is a great collection–different with the subdued color pallet. I wonder have you thought about writing another book–maybe about your process etc…background info…that way you aren’t pressed to have to come up with new patterns for a new book–or maybe another book with new patterns like your previous one. Anyway, I’m sure you’ve probably thought about this. I really think you are great.
Neat idea, Rebeca! Sadly no plans for a book as of now. They can be a great way to explore so many different ideas for sure. I’m so glad you like this new collection! 🙂
Love the new collection and how it will look great by itself or with a pop of color. I hate wishing away time but there is certainly something to look forward to in September!!!
Yes, I’m ready to play more with pops of color and this group too! I’m so glad you like it, Michelle!
Will these designs be available in lawn or knit as well as cotton? Love this collection and can imagine some interesting garments from it.
Thanks, Carol! Yes, I could totally see that too. However these designs will only be on quilting cotton. Thanks for asking!
I love grids too. Can’t wait for these fabrics to arrive. Beauty in simplicity. Carol’s comment about clothing is spot on. I can see some tops….
Thanks so much, Luisa!
Love this collection!! Honestly, I love every collection of yours. Working with grayscale with paints forces me to be more aware of value. I like the challenge. It reminds me of a quote I heard about this (sorry I don’t know who said it). Color gets all the credit but value does all the work. There’s only one downside to this post. I have to wait till September! 🙂
Lydia, that quote is amazing! I hadn’t heard it before, but it’s totally true! So glad you like the collection, and I can’t wait to see what you do with it. 🙂