Inspirational Articles

March 18, 2024
Palissade Quilt Tutorial

Palissade Quilt Tutorial

This palissade quilt is super-fast to make – if you can clear a weekend on your calendar for sewing time, you can make this quilt!

Featured Designers

March 17, 2022
Alli K Fabric Designer for Moda

Meet Alli, the Fabric Designer of Alli K Designs for Moda

Alli Koch is no stranger to creativity. As a muralist, podcast host, business coach, author, and—most recently—fabric designer for Moda Fabrics, Alli’s creativity knows no bounds.
March 1, 2022

Yukata Fabric Collection by Debbie Maddy for Moda

Shibori artist Debbie Maddy loves introducing people to the beauty of Japan through fabric. In her latest fabric collection Yukata, she captures the beauty and appeal of Boro and traditional Kimono fabrics.
November 16, 2021
Lella Boutique Studio

Christmas Morning Fabric Collection by Lella Boutique for Moda

The Christmas Morning fabric collection from Lella Boutique is sure to put you in the festive spirit and kickstart those holiday projects.
August 19, 2021
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Cozy Up by Corey Yoder for Moda

Quilt pattern designer Corey Yoder was contemplating going back to work after being a stay at home mom for 10 years, but instead found her true calling in fabric design. Cozy Up by Corey Yoder is her first fall themed collection.
July 22, 2021
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Jenelle Kent Lakeside Towelling

Jenelle Kent started her fabric design journey with quilting patterns, designing under the name Pieces to Treasure and working with Moda’s towelling fabric. Moda picked up her fabrics to distribute before accepting a design submission for her own line.
June 23, 2021
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Pumpkins and Blossoms Fabric by Fig Tree & Co for Moda

Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree & Co loves autumn - especially the decorations, the colours of the turning leaves and the changing light. Pumpkins and Blossoms fabric follows the huge success of her 2020 fall collection, and we think it’s going to be just as popular!
May 17, 2021
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Christmas Quilting Project Ideas from Me and My Sister Designs

It might seem early, but now is the time to start planning Christmas quilts to make sure you’re ready for gifting (or for just curling up on the couch watching your favourite movies). Here’s a fun new holiday fabric line to get you started.
April 20, 2021
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Cottage Bleu by Robin Pickens for Moda

Cottage Bleu is Robin Pickens’ 10th release outside her basics collection, Thatched. She regularly uses a lot of bright colours in her work, and the colour scheme of Cottage Blue is no exception—while additionally offering a calm and contemporary coolness.
March 15, 2021
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Violet Hill by Holly Taylor Designs for Moda

Holly Taylor Designs is a partnership between Lynn Hawley Bloomquist and Eileen Taylor, who have worked together designing fabrics for Moda for 21 years. In that time they’ve produced over 100 collections, working together to create a mainstay Moda design brand.
February 17, 2021
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Sophie by Brenda Riddle Designs for Moda

Traditional homely colour and designs are finding a growing audience today. The so-called “cottagecore” movement is this generation’s take on the bohemian ‘90s “shabby chic”, with a nostalgic and romantic rural and farmhouse design aesthetic being increasingly popularized by social media.
December 15, 2020
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Hello Sunshine by Abi Hall for Moda

Abi Hall’s latest collection for Moda is just what we need in the darker winter months. It’s full of fun, summerlike fabrics that are full of cheer to remind us of warmer days to come.
November 20, 2020
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Regency Zarafa by Christopher Wilson-Tate for Moda

Zarafa is a 10-piece collection: a small, yet accessible, selection of designs and colours inspired by a strip quilt from Christopher Wilson-Tate's personal collection.
October 15, 2020
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Bittersweet Lane by Kansas Troubles for Moda

Celebrate the changing of the seasons with Bittersweet Lane, the latest collection from Kansas Troubles. You’ll be inspired by the spectrum of warm, fall colours—rich reds, plum purples, deep blues, browns, and pumpkin shades.
September 15, 2020
Balboa by Sherri and Chelsi Featured

Balboa by Sherri and Chelsi for Moda

Mother and daughter duo Sherri and Chelsi proudly present Balboa, their tenth fabric collection for Moda, which will not disappoint fans of soft secondary colours and modern florals.
August 14, 2020
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Ombre Fairy Dust by V and Co for Moda

Both contemporary and timeless, V and Co’s latest ombre line Ombre Fairy Dust is perfect for stashing, as it will coordinate with so many other fabrics in your quilt projects. Here’s what you can expect from the latest collection.
July 15, 2020
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Homegrown Holidays by Deb Strain for Moda

Christmas in July is here with a festive collection by Deb Strain from Moda Fabrics! Incorporate the rich colours and farmhouse theme from Homegrown Holidays into your stockings, pennants, table linens, or tree skirts this year.
June 15, 2020
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Flea Market Mix by Cathe Holden for Moda

Flea Market Mix is a Moda Fabrics collection for fabric artists, quilters, and sewists alike. See the plethora of sweet vintage motifs—it’s not to be missed!
May 12, 2020
Tres Jolie Article Feature

Tres Jolie by French General for Moda

French General keeps giving us great fabric lines every season, and Tres Jolie does not disappoint. Who wouldn’t want a soft cotton lawn quilt for those chillier nights around the fire pit this summer?
April 20, 2020
Janet Clare Featured

Geometry by Janet Clare for Moda Fabrics

British designer Janet Clare has explored shapes and structured designs in her latest collection, Geometry.
March 14, 2020
Joy Project Featured

Brightly Blooming by Create Joy Project for Moda Fabrics

Laura Muir describes her first-ever fabric collection as a “floral extravaganza.” She’s known as a watercolour and acrylic artist, but also loves to sew. And for her, fabric and watercolour is truly a match made in heaven.
February 18, 2020
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Farm Charm by Gingiber for Moda Fabrics

Arkansas illustrator Stacie Bloomsfield specializes in sweet animal designs for the young—and the young at heart. She has been designing fabric lines for Moda alongside her successful stationery business since 2016.
January 15, 2020
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Indigo Gatherings by Primitive Gatherings for Moda

Lisa Bongean is back with another “gathering” of reproduction style prints— this time inspired by her collection of more than 700 antique quilts.
December 16, 2019
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Stiletto by BasicGrey for Moda

Stiletto is the latest collection by Rachel Brenchley, the designer behind BasicGrey.
November 13, 2019
Wonder Collection by Moda

Wonder by Kate & Birdie for Moda

We’re wonderstruck by Kate & Birdie’s collection for Moda, and know these sweet fabrics will make delightful gifts for the young—and for the young at heart.

Projects & Inspiration

March 18, 2024
Palissade Quilt Tutorial

Palissade Quilt Tutorial

This palissade quilt is super-fast to make – if you can clear a weekend on your calendar for sewing time, you can make this quilt!
February 7, 2024

No-Slip Hanger Covers Tutorial

Tame your wide-neck clothing with these no-slip hanger covers. The grippy nature of flannel fabric keeps your straps and shoulders in place, and they take minutes to make.
January 2, 2024
Luggage Travel Tags

Hidden ID Luggage Tag Tutorial

Make this luggage tag to help with identifying your suitcase on the baggage carousel! The folding design also keeps your personal details concealed.
December 11, 2023
Furoshiki Gift Wrapping

Introduction to Furoshiki

If you’re looking for an alternative to disposable gift wrap, we can help! Furoshiki is a traditional Japanese gift wrapping technique that is more than 2,000 years old and uses our favourite material – fabric!
November 29, 2023
Slow Stitching Techiques

Introduction to Slow Stitching with Kantha, Sashiko and Boro – plus a coaster project

This coaster project is inspired by historical mending techniques from Asia, commonly referred to as Slow Stitching.
November 9, 2023
Tea Towels Tutorial

Kitchen Tea Towel Tutorials

We have a couple of quick tutorials for you: two kitchen towels that make ideal gifts for bakers and people who love to cook!
October 24, 2023
English Paper Piecing - basting, stitches and project ideas

English Paper Piecing – basting, stitches and project ideas

A tote bag is always useful! On this Patchwork Block Tote Bag tutorial, you can practise your patchwork without making a whole quilt.
September 29, 2023
Patchwork Tote Bag Tutorial

Patchwork Block Tote Bag Tutorial

A tote bag is always useful! On this Patchwork Block Tote Bag tutorial, you can practise your patchwork without making a whole quilt.
September 28, 2023
Patchwork Oven Gloves

Patchwork Oven Glove Tutorial

Add a dash of charm and a personalized touch to your kitchen – while protecting hands from hot pots and pans– with this patchwork oven glove tutorial.
September 8, 2023
Gnome Fabric Tutorials

Benartex Gnomes by Andi Metz Tutorial

These Benartex gnomes are so quick to sew – how will you embellish yours?
August 29, 2023
Fabric Weaving Tutorial

Fabric Weaving Tutorial

Make a statement cushion and try a new technique: fabric weaving is such a fun way to use strips of fabric, you’ll want to make more than one!
August 17, 2023

Sei Bella Solids Quilt

This quilt is easy to make in a variety of sizes and can be finished in a weekend, using 10 Moda Bella Solid colours. You can pick your favourites!
August 2, 2023
Apron tutorial

Two-Hour Apron Tutorial

Need a quick gift, or just a palate-cleansing project? You can make this apron in under two hours with no pattern needed!
July 14, 2023
Cute Container Tutorial

Cute Container Tutorial

This fabric container tutorial makes absolutely adorable buckets that are really handy for all sorts of small items that need stashing around the home, or even for covering plant pots.
July 5, 2023
Christmas Tree Skirt

Christmas Tree Skirt Tutorial

Add a tree skirt to your holiday decor and finish off your Christmas tree set-up with style! This project is fat-eighth friendly, but you could also make it using an assortment of scraps in four or five different colours
June 12, 2023
Canada Day Bunting Tutorial

Canada Day Bunting Tutorial

This beginner-friendly quilted Canada Day bunting is sure to add a festive and charming touch to your July 1 celebrations!
June 5, 2023
Bearspaw Quilt Tutorial

Bearspaw Canada Day Quilt Tutorial

Make a quilt block super-size for a quick bearspaw quilt project! You can hang it on the wall for Canada Day decor, or use it as a lap quilt or small picnic blanket while you watch the fireworks.
May 1, 2023
Notecards for quilters tutorial

Notecards for Quilters Tutorial

A perfect accompaniment to quilty mail and swap packages! Use tiny scraps and selvedges to showcase the fabric ranges you – and your quilting friends – love most for these notecards for quilters.
April 14, 2023
Tablet Sleeve Tutorial

Fat Quarter-Friendly Tablet Sleeve Tutorial

This protective tablet sleeve will look amazing on your tablet or laptop and it’s functional, too – thanks to a squishy foam centre. You can adapt this tablet sleeve tutorial for any device! Just two fat quarters are needed to fit a tablet.
March 31, 2023
Easy Two-Tone Scrunchies Tutorial

Easy Two-Tone Scrunchie Tutorial

Make scrunchies to match any outfit! This project is simple enough to make with kids, too. This project is great for using up scraps, especially leftover jelly roll strips.
March 14, 2023
Quick and Easy Easter Egg Hunt Bags Tutorial

Quick and Easy Easter Egg Hunt Bags Tutorial

These bags are a perfect size for a child’s Easter egg hunt, as an alternative to a single-use bag or basket. They would also be great as favour bags, party bags, mini gift bags and much more!
March 1, 2023

Easter Bunny Cushion Tutorial

It’s easy to create a pair of bunnies on this adorable cushion, using the stitch-and-flip technique – no templates required for this Easter bunny cushion tutorial.
February 17, 2023
Batik Table Runner Tutorial

Batik Table Runner Tutorial

Try your hand at improv piecing with this simple, lava lamp-inspired table runner project. No two will look the same!
January 30, 2023
Lucky Clover Mug Rug

Lucky Clover Mug Rug Tutorial

This St. Patrick’s Day, you need a mug rug for your Irish coffee, or your pint of Guinness! This oversized coaster leaves space for a little snack, too.