February 28, 2022

What are fellow quilters making? Why are these designs and fabrics so popular? Are these trends new or are traditional styles making a comeback?

We’ve taken a close look into the world of quilting to find out what’s trending. Here are are the top 5 quilting fads for 2022:

1. Patchwork Fashion

Quilted is in, and it's making a splash everywhere— from the runway to social media! Quilted jackets, vests, and even pants are some of the hottest fashion trends this year. Get crafty and repurpose an old quilt, or start fresh with a fun charm pack or jelly roll. Sew up a quilted bag to accessorize the look, or wear it as a statement piece if you're not ready to dress head-to-toe in the quilty style.

Get started with an apparel pattern or bag pattern. 

2. Quilting for a Cause

Quilting is a labor of love. When you donate a quilt, you get to wrap someone else in that love. Your donation can provide warmth and comfort to someone in need as they face difficult challenges. Make a difference in your local community by donating to a shelter, hospital or nursing home. Check out this list of local and global causes for more ideas on where to donate.

3. Curves

Everyone knows quilters are resilient. So what do we do when life throws a curveball? We make a quilt! Lately, sewists are embracing the challenges that curves bring, and they’re becoming more confident in piecing them together.

Start conquering your own curves with these ideas:

Make an Easy Clamshell (shown above).

Find your way with the Courtyard Path.

Create modern clam quilts with Latifah Saafir Studios.

Let your curves run wild with the Drunkard’s Path Template.

Need a little help? Take our Piecing Curves with Confidence online class!

4. Appliqué Animals

When your quilt needs that extra cute factor, what could be better than adding an appliqué animal?! These adorable kittens and pups are the perfect addition to a soft, cuddly baby quilt, pillow, or tote. They’re easy to create, and add so much fun and imagination to all sorts of projects!

Check out how these appliqué animals make these projects pop:

Are you a dog person or a cat person?

Learn how to finish all your appliqué projects by hand or by machine in our online classes.

5. Modern & Bold

More and more quilters have started testing the waters of the new, modern quilting style! Fresh and colorful with beautiful contrasts, it’s no wonder modern quilts have become so popular.

Step out of your comfort zone and be bold:

Find the most amazing, unique designs you’ve ever seen in our collection of modern-style patterns.

Watch the Modern Vibe Wall Hanging Tutorial.

Explore bold colors and intricately designed prints.

Find mountains of inspiration in our BLOCK Magazine.

Written by Danae M.