Wildflower Wovens: A Fabric Collection by Suzy Quilts
My latest fabric collection is here and even though it's a bit different, you can still sew with it exactly like other quilting cotton! Wildflower Wovens is a new collection of yarn-dyed woven fabric I designed for Art Gallery Fabrics. It's the first ever yarn-dyed, woven fabric released by Art Gallery Fabrics!
While I was in college pursuing a BFA in fiber arts I was exposed to many different fabric substrates. Originally when I learned to quilt I only sewed with light-weight cotton, but as I experimented with various weights and weaves I realized how interesting and dimensional a quilt can be!
If you've felt nervous about sewing with wovens before, these fabrics are the perfect entry point. They feel soft and the extra tight weave prevents fraying (a common concern we hear from quilters wanting to work with wovens!). These 12 fabrics have added texture because of the the weave pattern and variation in yarn so that your projects will have a subtle beauty that I know you'll love.
Keep reading to learn more about this collection and see project inspiration!
All of the fabric pictures in this post were taken by Lydia Nicholson, above, of @arvehandmade.
Through my years of quilting and connecting with other quilters, I’ve become passionate about sewing with high-quality natural fibers. This Wildflower Wovens collection is 100% cotton with a silky smooth texture and a beautiful drape — quite different than quilting cotton.
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The high thread count and tightness of the weave prevent shrinkage and fraying. Just like the name suggests, the hues represent colors found in nature — bringing the final look and their origin full circle!
Quilting Fabric with Texture
It’s been a longtime dream of mine to design a collection of yarn-dyed woven fabric and to bring beautiful textures and woven details to the quilting world. I couldn’t be more excited with how these Wildflower Wovens turned out.
I started designing this collection four years ago while I was pregnant with my second child and finished designing it while I was pregnant with my third. In many ways, these wovens feel like a fourth child coming into the world!
Also pictured above is my 8wt Evolve thread collection and below is my 50wt Wildflower thread collection — both collaborations with Aurifil and both coordinate perfectly with these Wilflower Wovens.
Here are the warm fabrics. Look at all that texture!
And here are the cool fabrics. So moody and sophisticated!
With every fabric I design, I want it to continue the color story of my past collections so that, altogether, they create a beautiful, cohesive fabric world that quilters and makers can jump into without hesitation. I knew this would be tricky when adding new substrates. But check out the picture below to see how the Wildflower Wovens fabrics work alongside fabrics from Duval, Evolve, and my PURE Signature Solids.
They also look great with my next fabric collection, Slow Summer (more on that later.) Here is a mix of fabric from Slow Summer, Wildflower Wovens, Signature Solids, and Evolve.
I would love to see makers mix these wovens with other substrates to create an even richer texture story. Quilts were originally made with lots of different kinds of fabric, mostly from garment scrap. These wovens will offer makers a connection to our traditional sewing roots while giving projects an heirloom quality and feel.
Wildflower Wovens Fabric by Suzy Quilts
The Wildflower Wovens collection includes 12 fabrics total:
- Textures include two diamonds, five slubs, four dots, and one neutral speckled fabric that's perfect for backgrounds
- Each fabric has a high thread count and tight weave to prevent shrinkage and fraying
- Each woven is designed to coordinate with all previous Suzy Quilts collection and can be sewn easily alongside printed or solid cotton or poplin fabrics
- Woven fabrics are idea for quilts, garments, bags or any other sewn project — there are no limitations with these fabrics!
Wildflower Wovens Inspiration Projects
By now, you're probably wondering what you can sew with these textured woven fabrics. The answer is simple — anything you want! Some quilters get nervous about branching out and sewing with different types of fabric. We get it! It's hard to step out of your comfort zone.
But fear not! Looking at all of these exciting projects made using Wildflower Wovens will boost your confidence. You'll be sewing with yard-dyed woven fabric before you know it!
And if you're still feeling nervous after this blog post, stay tuned for a future post that's full of tips about sewing with Wildflower Wovens fabrics.
Check out the Wildflower Wovens lookbook by Art Gallery Fabrics for more inspirational pictures!
Tirza Top by Fibre Mood
Maker: Alexis Wright
Fabrics used: Dots in Sweet Pea
Photography: Alexis Wright
Tulip Bag
Note: This project will be available on April 1 in Issue 28 of The Cutting Table. Subscribe today so you don't miss it!
Maker: Lydia Nicholson
Fabrics used: Dots in Sweet Pea and Slub in Wild Rose
Photography: Lydia Nicholson
Maker: Kim Vogelsang
Fabrics used: Slub in Rainstorm, Dots in Clover, Slub in Wild Rose, Dots in Sweet Pea
Photography: Lydia Nicholson
Stars Hollow Quilt by Suzy Quilts
Maker: Mandy Mace
Fabrics used: Speckled in Cloud, Dots in Honeysuckle, Slub in Golden Hour, Slub in Wild Rose, Dots in Sweet Pea, Dots in Bluebell, Slub in Rainstorm, Slub in Zinnia, Diamonds in Poinsettia, Diamonds in Moonlight
Photography: Art Gallery Fabrics
Plover Pouch by Noodlehead
Maker: Kim Vogelsang
Fabrics used: Tiny Meadow in Nova (from the Evolve fabric collection), Slub in Rainstorm, Slub in Prickly Pear, Dots in Clover, Slub in Zinnia, Diamonds in Poinsettia, Diamonds in Moonlight
Photography: Lydia Nicholson
Abby’s Spidermonkey Pants and Sunset Shirt by Project Run + Play
Maker: Liesel Engelbrecht
Fabrics used: Slub in Golden Hour and Tiny Moon Pearl (from the Duval fabric collection)
Photography: Art Gallery Fabrics
Patchwork Duffle by Knot & Thread Design
Maker: Kim Vogelsang
Fabrics used: All 12 fabrics in the collection
Photography: Lydia Nicholson
April Block of the Month Bonus Project
Note: This project will be available on April 1 in Issue 28 of The Cutting Table. Subscribe today so you don't miss it!
Maker: Sandy Saengsuk of Thai Charm Quilting
Fabrics used: Speckled in Cloud, Diamonds in Poinsettia, Dots in Sweet Pea, Slub in Prickly Pear, Diamonds in Moonlight, Slub in Wild Rose, Dots in Clover, Dots in Honeysuckle, and Slub in Zinnia
The Libby Quilt by Kitchen Table Quilting
Maker: Erica Jackman
Fabrics used: Slub in Zinnia, Slub in Golden Hour, Dots in Honeysuckle, Dots in Sweet Pea, Slub in Wild Rose, Speckled in Cloud, Dots in Bluebell, Dots in Clover, Slub in Prickly Pear, Slub in Rainstorm, Diamonds in Moonlight
Photography: Art Gallery Fabrics
Starling Quilt Pattern Table Runner
Note: The tutorial to make a table runner using the Starling quilt pattern will be available on the Suzy Quilts blog on Friday, March 14.
Maker: Kim Vogelsang
Fabrics used: Slub in Rainstorm, Slub in Prickly Pear, Dots in Bluebell, Dots in Honeysuckle, Slub in Golden Hour, Slub in Wild Rose, Dots in Sweet Pea, Slub in Zinnia, Diamonds in Poinsettia
Photography: Lydia Nicholson
Mondo Bag by Quiltsmart
Maker: Amanda Harris
Fabrics used: Slub in Zinnia, Slub in Golden Hour, Dots in Honeysuckle, Speckled in Cloud, Dots in Clover, Diamonds in Moonlight
Photography: Art Gallery Fabrics
Maker: Kim Vogelsang
Fabrics used: Dots in Bluebell, Slub in Prickly Pear, Dots in Clover, Diamonds in Moonlight
Photography: Lydia Nicholson
What Will You Make with Wildflower Wovens?
Now that you've learned about this new collection, what will you make? Are you excited about making a quilt, garment, or bag? If you have questions about sewing with Wildflower Wovens, let us know in the comments! And be sure to use #SuzyQuiltsFabric and tag @suzyquilts in your pictures on Instagram so we can see your stunning creations!
I absolutely love the colors of the Wildflower Wovens, and can’t wait to purchase them! I do have a question though. Since the wovens don’t shrink much, would I have to pre wash any fabrics from another line if I use them with the wovens in a project?
I would treat these wovens like you would any other quilting cotton. Unless I’m sewing with FQs, I personally like to prewash all of my fabric, just to get a fresh start. One thing I will say is that if you plan on mixing these with fabrics made from other companies (like Moda, Robert Kaufman, etc…) I suggest prewashing since they are a lower thread count and tend to shrink more.
Are you saying the fabrics from other companies are a lower thread count and tend to shrink more, or saying the wovens will shrink more??? Thanks for your help. The wovens are lovely.
Yes to both 😉 In general, yarn-dyed fabrics shrink more than quilting cotton, however, Art Gallery Fabrics quilting cotton shrinks much less than other brands because its high thread count actually makes it a poplin. These Wildflower Wovens (also made by Art Gallery Fabrics) have a higher thread count than the other wovens listed here for comparison, so they don’t shrink much at all.
Your new fabric line is beautiful. So are your previous fabrics.
You’re so kind! Thank you!!
Wow! These are gorgeous fabrics. Will definitely work them into a future project!
Thank you!!
I do not see where to order
I’m so glad you like my new Wildflower Wovens! Many fabric stores are getting them now, including some of our Discount Partners from The Cutting Table, like Global Fiber & Textiles.
I absolutely love the new woven fabric line. I plan on using it in my latest quilt. Can you tell me how soft it is? The quilt will be for a baby and I’m trying to decide if I can use the woven as the backing or of I should incorporate it in smaller amounts. Thanks!
I might be a little biased, but I think it’s the softest lightweight cotton you can get — especially after it’s been washed. It’s perfect for a baby quilt!
Thank you so much for the reply! I can’t wait to get my hands on it and get started.