Bluegrass Charm Fabric Collection

The Bluegrass Charm Fabric collection, designed by Melissa Mortenson for Riley Blake Designs, is a cottage floral-inspired quilting cotton fabric line inspired by the bluegrass region of Kentucky. It is scheduled for release in June 2025.

Living in the Bluegrass region, surrounded by thoroughbred farms and southern hospitality, I found inspiration for my new fabric collection, Bluegrass Charm.

Three qulits one on wall and two on quilt rack, white with blue, green and pink fabric and horse motifs
collage image of bluegrass charm fabric designs by melissa mortenson

Each print is inspired by some of the things I love most about living in Kentucky—our rolling hills of Kentucky bluegrass (which is actually green, not blue), the quaint small towns and farms full of historic architecture, and our gardens, which bloom with lilies, peonies, and hydrangeas.

collage image of bluegrass charm fabric designs by melissa mortenson

I hope this collection inspires quilters to capture the essence of Kentucky’s natural beauty & charm in every project.

collage image of bluegrass charm fabric designs by melissa mortenson

Quilt Patterns for Bluegrass Charm Fabric

One: Bluegrass Pastures Quilt Pattern

Mockup of the Bluegrass Pastures Quilt Pattern by Melissa Mortenson - horse and fence quilt desgin

The Bluegrass Pastures Quilt pattern by Melissa Mortenson is a charming equestrian-inspired quilt pattern that features appliqued horses and fences that can be traditionally or foundation paper pieced.

Release date: June 2025

Bluegrass Crossing Quilt Pattern

Mockup of Bluegrass Crossing quilt pattern by Melissa Mortenson

The Bluegrass Crossing Quilt pattern is a vintage-inspired, traditionally pieced patchwork quilt pattern featuring Goose Tracks and Nine Patch quilt blocks. It is fat-quarter friendly.

Release Date: June 2025

Bluegrass Sampler Quilt Pattern

Mockup of the Bluegrass Sampler quilt pattern by Melissa Mortenson

The Bluegrass Sampler quilt pattern is a sampler style quilt pattern featuring barn quilt blocks, prize ribbon blocks, horses and horseshoes. It is traditionally pieced with a few raw edge applique elements.

Release Date: June 2025

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