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New Pattern: Albo

Color the Albo Quilt by @kileyquilts on QuiltInk! This modern quilt pattern features a pixelated take on the iconic Albo Monstera Leaf — a bold, graphic design that invites endless color possibilities.

These patterns were originally created for Modish Quilter Magazine, but now that the magazine has ended, they’ve been beautifully reformatted and are ready to shine on their own.

Head to QuiltInk to explore the inspiring mock-ups already on the Wall and create your own with just a few clicks. It’s never been easier (or more fun) to color plan your quilts and be part of a creative, modern quilting community.

New Pattern: Southwest Knit

Title: Southwest Knit

Designer: Month of May QuiltIng

Techniques: Traditional Piecing

Sizes: 4

It’s release day for the Southwest Knit Quilt by @monthofmayquilting — and it’s ready for you to color on QuiltInk!

This confident beginner pattern includes baby, throw, twin, and king sizes, with both a two-tone version and a fat quarter version for maximum versatility.

Head to QuiltInk to explore nearly 50 stunning mock-ups already on the Wall, get inspired, and create your own unique version. Play with color theory, test ideas, and share your mock-up with the community!

New Pattern: Seud Medallion

Looking for a modern quilt pattern that’s made for playing with color? Seud Medallion by Guilty Quilty Studio is a bold, block-based medallion quilt that’s perfect for exploring color theory and building stunning palettes — and it’s ready for you to color digitally on QuiltInk!

With clean geometry, clever piecing techniques (no y-seams, no trimming, no specialty rulers), and a free Facet Pillow extension to use up scraps, this pattern offers both visual impact and sewing ease.

Whether you’re testing color harmonies or just having fun with your stash, QuiltInk lets you plan your quilt with confidence — and without fabric waste.

Try your own mock-up and share it on the #QuiltInkWall to inspire others!

Confetti Cotton Solids Palette updated

🌼 Spring is in full swing—what are you sewing these days?

If you’re dreaming of florals and fresh colors, Dancing Lilies by Shadow Valley Quilts might be your next favorite project! ✨

This modern flower quilt pattern brings a fresh twist to traditional floral designs. With its geometric layout and playful movement, it’s perfect for baby quilts, spring throws, or even a charming wedding gift.

🎨 Now on QuiltInk!

Color your version digitally in the easiest and most fun way, and try out as many palettes as you like!

Don’t forget to share your creation on the #QuiltInkWall or tag us—your take might inspire someone else’s next quilt!

New Pattern: Dancing Lilies

🌼 Spring is in full swing—what are you sewing these days?

If you’re dreaming of florals and fresh colors, Dancing Lilies by Shadow Valley Quilts might be your next favorite project! ✨

🎨 Now on QuiltInk!

Color your version digitally in the easiest and most fun way, and try out as many palettes as you like!

Don’t forget to share your creation on the #QuiltInkWall or tag us—your take might inspire someone else’s next quilt!

New Pattern: Love Letters

Title: Love Letters

Designer: Jo Wright Makes

Techniques: Traditional Piecing

Sizes: 4

To celebrate her upcoming launch, Jo has teamed up with Quiltink for a LOVE-ly giveaway! To spark your creativity and help you plan your Love Letters project, we’ve put together an exciting challenge to win a Supporter yearly Quiltink subscription, and a copy of the pattern!

How to Participate:

1️⃣ Visit www.quiltink.com and sign in or create a free account.

2️⃣ Find the Love Letters Quilt pattern and create a mock-up.

3️⃣ Color your mock-up however you like—this is a great way to visualize your future quilt!

4️⃣ Share your design on the #QuiltInkWall.

5️⃣ Bonus Entry: Post or share your mock-up on Instagram, tagging @quilt_ink and @jowrightmakes, and use #LoveLettersQuilt.

Giveaway closes on Saturday, 10 May at 12 PM CEST. Winner will be selected by Jo, and announced on the 11 May in our Instagram stories.

Get creative, have fun, and don’t miss this chance to win!

QuiltInk Challenge May25

Welcome to the May QuiltInk Challenge! This month, we’re diving into the art of ombré quilting with a vibrant palette inspired by Amber Elliott’s book, Quilts in Modern Color: Creating Ombré Palettes. Amber’s work is all about harnessing the beauty of gradient color transitions to create stunning, modern quilts. Her book offers quilters the tools to craft harmonious color gradients, and we’re so excited to showcase this technique in our challenge!

Before we jump into the May Challenge details, let’s take a moment to celebrate our April winner! With a burst of spooky creativity, quilters embraced the Halloween palette from the Hey Betty Boo quilt by Ann of Crafty Moose Quilts. Congratulations to our winner, [Name] (to be announced!), who will receive a festive 17 FQ bundle from Art Gallery Fabrics plus the PDF pattern of Hey Betty Boo! Thanks to everyone who participated and brought Ann’s playful Halloween vibe to life in QuiltInk!

Now, let’s dive into this month’s challenge where you’ll have the chance to win a fabulous prize and create your own spooktacular quilt!

THE PALETTE

For this Challenge, from QuiltInk, we have created a palette of 30 carefully selected fabrics from Confetti Cottons Solids collection by Riley Blake Designs to allow participants to explore endless ombré mock-ups for patterns hosted in QuiltInk. From monochromatic gradients to vibrant transitions across different hues, this palette offers a wide range of possibilities. Whether you’re looking to experiment with subtle color shifts or bold contrasts, this palette gives you the flexibility to bring your quilting designs to life with the stunning results of ombré coloring. I can’t wait to see what you create with these gorgeous colors!

THE BOOK

Quilts in Modern Color: Creating Ombré Palettes is a comprehensive guide that explores the process of building ombré color palettes for quilting. Amber Elliott presents 14 projects—10 full-size quilts and 4 smaller projects—designed to teach quilters how to select and arrange colors to achieve striking gradient effects. Through insightful explanations of color theory and step-by-step instructions, Amber makes it easy to create stunning ombré quilts, even if you’re new to the technique.

Amber also provides tips on using the color wheel to create harmonious combinations, giving quilters the confidence to explore ombré in their designs.

The winner of the QuiltInk May Challenge will receive a copy of Quilts in Modern Color: Creating Ombré Palettes by Amber Elliott, sent directly to them!

I absolutely loved reading this book!—it’s a wonderful resource for quilters who want to deepen their understanding of color. I had a great time learning new techniques and discovering fresh perspectives on working with color in quilting. It’s definitely one of those books that inspires me to try one of the wonderful projects in it, and I look forward to finding time to make one in the future!

THE AUTHOR

Amber Elliott is the modern quilt designer behind Alderwood Studio. With a background in software engineering, she transitioned into full-time quilt pattern design and education. Her style blends organic elements with geometric motifs, resulting in contemporary quilts that beautifully complement modern home decor. Amber lives in Portland, Oregon, with her husband and two children.

She runs The Modern Makes Membership, a vibrant community for crafters who love modern quilting. Members enjoy skill-building, unique, and exclusive projects each month—perfect for growing your creativity alongside others who share your passion.

Amber also leads The Pattern Writing Academy, a comprehensive course that helps aspiring designers turn their ideas into fully launched quilt patterns. She walks you through low-cost software tools (no expensive Adobe subscriptions needed!) and covers everything from design to publication.

Amber is also one of the designers on QuiltInk, and you can explore and color all her beautiful quilt patterns directly on the platform!

Want to know more about Amber? Don’t miss the Designer Spotlight interview we published last year—it’s full of insight and inspiration!

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

1. Access to www.quiltink.com, sign in or create your free account.

2. Choose a pattern from the main page.

3. Color the pattern using the challenge palette, it’s the first palette in solid palettes list.

4. Share your mock-up on our #quiltinkwall.

5. Boost your chances creating a post or story on Instagram, mentioning @quilt_ink , @alderwoodstudio, and tagging #QuiltInkChallengeMay25. It counts as 2 entries in the giveaway.

PRIZE!
🎁 One lucky winner will receive a copy of Amber Elliott’s book, Quilts in Modern Color: Creating Ombré Palettes, sent directly to them!

Let’s celebrate creativity, color, and quilting together! Explore the world of ombré quilting with Amber’s expert guidance and participate in this month’s challenge. I can’t wait to see all the incredible ombré mock-ups you create!

Selection: On June 1st, we will randomly pick1 mock-up chosen between all the mock-ups in the Wall made with the QuiltInk Challenge Apr25 palette (the ones with the gift icon).

The more mock-ups you create, the higher your chances of winning! Start coloring now!

This giveaway is open internationally. You must be at least 18 years old. This giveaway is not sponsored by Instagram. Participants release Instagram of any responsibility and agree to IG terms of use.

Here are some examples of quilt patterns mock-ups using the Let’s Ombré! palette in QuiltInk! The possibilites are endless!

Patterns featured are (click to color):

1. Sunny Blooms by In the Light Quilts

2. Winter Solstice by Alderwood Studio

3. Drip by Taralee Quiltery

Remember by clicking on the gift icon in the QuitlInk Wall you will be able to see all the mock-ups for the Challenge alive.

Curious about how to find the palette to participate. Follow these steps and start coloring!!

Here you can see a detailed list of the fabrics in the Let’s Ombré! palette from Confetti Cottons by Riley Blake Designs

We can’t wait to see all your mock-ups!

Happy coloring and quilting to you all!

New Pattern: Alpine Glow

Just released! Alpine Glow by Jess Rash Quilts! ✨

Rooted in the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, this modern quilt pattern transforms traditional piecing into a bold, geometric statement. Think clean lines, striking layouts, and the freedom to explore color in a whole new way.

From baby quilts to bed-size masterpieces, Alpine Glow shines in every size — and today we’re showcasing some stunning mock-ups in different color palettes to inspire your next project! 🌲🗻🌅

Looking for the perfect palette? 💡 QuiltInk makes it easy to digitally color this design before you cut a single piece of fabric. Play with bold solids, soft neutrals, or earthy tones—see what works for your space and your stash!

🧡 Try it now at quiltink.com and unleash your creativity with Alpine Glow.

QuiltInk Challenge Apr25 Winner

The April QuiltInk Challenge brought playful Halloween vibes to life with the festive and vibrant palette from the upcoming Hey Betty Boo quilt pattern by Ann of Crafty Moose Quilts. With so many wonderfully spooky entries, it was incredible to see how you brought this palette to life in your mock-ups!

🏆 Congratulations to admowest!
You’ve won a 17-piece FQ bundle in the Hey Betty Boo colorway, perfect for sewing up your very own version of this cheerful Halloween quilt. You’ll also receive a copy of the PDF quilt pattern designed by Crafty Moose Quilts!

🧡🧵 A huge thank you to everyone who participated in the challenge. Your creative energy and unique designs continue to make the QuiltInk Wall a truly inspiring space!

👉 Don’t forget to follow @craftymoosequilts to discover all her wonderful quilt patterns, shop kits, and beautifully made memory quilts.

Stay tuned for the next challenge, and keep sharing your amazing mock-ups! ✨

New Pattern: La Ventana

Title: La Ventana

Designer: Kelli Fox Designs

Techniques: Traditional Piecing

Sizes: 2

✨ La Ventana Quilt Pattern by Kelli Fox Designs is now on QuiltInk—ready for you to color, plan, and unleash your creativity in a digital, easy, and fun way! 🎨

Inspired by the lines of windows, this modern design mixes strip and traditional piecing for a quick, enjoyable make that highlights your favorite fabrics. With three sizes and optional video tutorials, it’s beginner-friendly and full of creative possibilities.

Head to QuiltInk to explore your version and make it truly yours!