It’s our favorite day of the week again – #ShelfieTuesday! Today we’re showing you our beautiful quilt wall located in our corporate office. This wall isn’t just decorative – it serves a very important purpose. We have quilts (with corresponding free downloadable quilt patterns) representing each fabric collection. These quilts are photographed, cataloged and then archived…
Quesque C’est French Roosters?
The Rooster has been a staple of home decorating for a few decades now. But, it’s not just any old rooster that started this trend. It’s the French Gaulois Rooster. He is one of the best looking roosters around with the iridescent black plumage on the tail feathers and the beautiful mix of browns and…
Sew Simple Shapes
Today we get to talk about these fun little shapes designed by Lori Holt for Riley Blake Designs. Sew Simple Shapes are templates used for applique work and Lori has created tutorials to show you various ways of using these handy little pieces of plastic perfection. Lori’s first tutorial shows you how to use…
Shelfie Tuesday: Quatrefoil
It’s our favorite day of the week, #ShelfieTuesday! Today we’re showing off our shelf of happy Quatrefoils! Of course, at Riley Blake, we had to add modern, bright colors to the classic quatrefoil design. We think it works! We want to see what’s on your shelf. Share your shelfies with us via Instagram or Twitter…
Let’s Talk Idle Wild with Pattern Anthology
“Let’s Talk” today with Pattern Anthology about their newly released Idle Wild fabric collection. Idle Wild is available exclusively in jersey knit and is available in stores now. Idle Wild is the brainchild of 4 creative minds coming together to create a beautiful, uniquely eclectic collection. It brings together classic florals and traditional soft color palettes with…
Quilt Market Fall 2015
Have you been following along with the Quilt Market buzz on social media? If you somehow managed to miss it all, no worries, we have a great recap  and some very exciting announcements for you! The front of our booth featured this stunning Regency Period dress and coordinating quilts made from the Ardently Austen…
Let’s Talk Apricot & Persimmon with Carina Gardner
Today’s “Let’s Talk” features Carina Gardner and her brand new Apricot & Persimmon line. This elegant fabric collection features a bold yet classic color palette. The juxtaposition of black with the coral and apricot shades creates a contemporary spin on an otherwise soft palette. The stunning modern floral prints pair so well with the stripes…
MQG Riley Blake Fabric Challenge Winners!
Riley Blake Designs was thrilled to be a part, for the second time, of the Modern Quilt Guild Fabric Challenge. The fabric used in this challenge was The Cottage Garden designed by The Quilted Fish. We appreciated all of the creativity, skill and talent that went into each inspiring quilt that was entered. All of…
Let’s Talk Woodland Spring with Design by Dani
The highly anticipated and oh so charming Woodland Spring fabric collection is finally in stores! Featuring tiny little mushrooms and flowers, dainty deer and adorable woodland critters, this collection has already become an internet favorite. Woodland Spring, designed by Dani of Design by Dani, boasts soft, yet rich color combinations of coral, peach and navy that are…
RBD Back-to-School Blog Tour: Tie Dye Diva
The last stop on our Back-to-School Blog Tour takes us to Tie Dye Diva, where Jen talks about this seriously cute little skirt and top featuring Carina Gardner’s Wiltshire Daisy collection and our jersey knit fabric. This outfit has just the right combination of comfort and cute – although we think the model definitely tips…