When you say the word quilt many things come to mind: grandmothers, olden days, heck, even toilet paper. Yet modern and cool aren’t usually two things that are generally correlated with quilts or quilting, though perhaps unfairly so. There are a wide range of quilts out there that will match a more modern style of decor while embracing the traditional aspects of the craft as well. Here are a few that are cool, colorful and even fun.
- Farm Field Quilt by BooDilly– This quilt was inspired by fields and utilitarian blankets.
- River Appliquéd and Embroidered Quilt by BooDilly– Resembling a children’s storybook illustration, this quilt is simple and cute.
- Modern Studio Quilt by BooDilly– This quilt almost looks likes circuitry.
- Soft Maps by Emily Fischer– These quilts will cost you a pretty penny but they are amazing recreations of real maps.
- Cathedral Window Quilt by paper.string.cloth– This beautiful quilt mimics a stained glass window.
- Swirly Rose Applique by Denyse Schmidt– Get a modern take on the “whig rose” pattern with this pricey quilt.
- Storm Windows by Jacquie Gering– If you’re looking for simple, this quilt blends basic black and white elegantly.
- Love Beads Modern Quilt by Mackenzie Daniels– You can find the pattern for this quilt in the book The Modern Quilt Workshop.
- Modern Rainbow Garden Quilt by Twinfibers– This quilt mixes a latticed framework with cute tree-lined fabrics.
- Sunny Tiered Quilt by Molly at PurlBee– This quilt is easy to sew and adds a bright layer of modern color to any bedroom.
- Modern Munki Munki Martian Quilt by filminthefridge– The simple patterns and bright colors make this quilt a standout.
- M64 by Jimmy McBride– This is meant to be a child’s quilt but the stellar inspired design is so amazing it’s perfect for adults too.
- Wedding Quilt by Molly at PurlBee– Who wouldn’t want a quilt like this as a wedding gift? Visit the site and you’ll learn how to make your own.
- Donkey Kong Quilt by Carolina Patchworks– Even nerds have a quilt to love with this great work.
2 responses to “Not Your Grandma’s Quilt”
I think I am going to attempt to make a zig zag quilt.
Yeah, it seems pretty easy so long as you measure everything carefully. I might think about making one too, in different colors. I haven’t been able to find any duvets I like.