Sketchbook Fabric Collection - Stems Blue

Fresh-picked charm dances across Stems Blue, where loosely arranged watercolor flowers and leafy sprigs bloom against a soft, airy blue background. Golden yellow, coral, blush, and berry-toned blossoms create a cheerful rhythm, while muted greens keep the palette grounded and natural. The open spacing gives each stem and flower room to shine, creating a breezy garden-inspired look that feels light rather than busy. Tiny white speckles add a subtle touch of movement, like drifting pollen or a sprinkle of morning light. From bold rounded blooms to finer botanical accents, every element carries the soft edges and artistic variation of hand-painted watercolor. Stems Blue brings an easygoing elegance to quilts, apparel, bags, and home décor projects that call for color without overwhelming the design.

For best results, machine wash cold on a normal cycle with mild detergent, tumble dry low and remove promptly; Use only non-chlorine bleach. Pre-washing is recommended. *Fabrics are not recommended for children's sleepwear.

*Although we do our best to ensure color accuracy in our fabric images, please note that your screen may produce small variances in color, shade, or hue.

Please Note: Fabric is priced by the yard and sold in ¼ yard increments.

The Sketchbook fabric collection by Lisa Audit is a graceful celebration of nature’s quiet beauty, captured through delicate brushstrokes, soft watercolor washes, and thoughtfully layered botanical details. Romantic florals mingle with petite blossoms, winding vines, geometric accents, and playful dots, creating a well-balanced assortment that feels artistic without becoming overly formal. The palette moves through dusty blues, creamy neutrals, warm ginger, soft peach, sunny yellow, leafy greens, and touches of coral and blush, giving sewists plenty of opportunities to mix gentle color with richer warmth. Each print is made from 100% cotton and measures approximately 44" wide, making Sketchbook a versatile choice for quilting, home décor, bags, and other creative sewing projects. Larger floral designs provide eye-catching focal points, while the smaller coordinates make it easy to add texture, contrast, and breathing room throughout a project. Together, the prints have the inviting look of pages from an artist’s sketchbook, filled with garden inspiration and an easygoing watercolor charm.

For a beautiful way to bring the collection together, a free downloadable Blushing Butterflies quilt pattern is available and finishes at approximately 72" x 83.5". Designed for a confident beginner, the pattern offers an approachable project with enough visual interest to keep the sewing experience engaging from start to finish. The combination of expressive florals and quieter supporting prints creates natural opportunities for color placement, movement, and contrast throughout the quilt. Sketchbook also lends itself wonderfully to personalized projects, whether you prefer a soft romantic palette, a brighter garden-inspired mix, or a blend of both. The variety of scales makes coordinating fabrics feel effortless, helping each print contribute to the finished piece without competing for attention. Sketchbook is a lovely collection for creating quilts and sewn projects that feel fresh, graceful, and inspired by the beauty of the natural world.