Quilt Pattern Inspiration Featuring Mary Catherine Fabric by Amy Smart

I’m so thrilled to be partnering with Amy Smart from Diary of a Quilter to share a beautiful showcase of quilt patterns featuring her brand new fabric collection: Mary Catherine for Riley Blake Designs. If you’re a quilter looking for Fat Quarter-friendly quilt patterns or simply seeking fresh ideas for using a new fabric collection, this post is packed with inspiration.

The Mary Catherine fabric collection is a soft, floral, and timeless collection of designs inspired by Amy’s grandmother. These prints feature vintage-modern charm that works beautifully in both modern quilt patterns and traditional layouts. Whether you’re sewing a cozy throw quilt, a quilt for a baby gift, or a fresh Fat Quarter bundle project, this collection is a lovely option.

Below, you’ll find quilt mockups featuring some of my most popular Homemade Emily Jane quilt patterns, each paired with Mary Catherine fabrics. All patterns are Fat Quarter friendly—except for the Sail Quilt Pattern, which is designed for 1/3 yard cuts. Scroll down to find your next quilt project idea!

Sail Quilt Pattern – 1/3 Yard Friendly

The Sail Quilt Pattern uses 1/3 yard cuts, making it ideal for showcasing the larger-scale prints in the Mary Catherine collection. This bold, geometric quilt design is beginner-friendly and offers a modern layout that lets the fabrics really shine. If you’re working with larger cuts instead of a Fat Quarter bundle, this pattern is a perfect fit.

Doubled Up Quilt Pattern – Fat Quarter Friendly

Doubled Up is a fun and dynamic quilt pattern that’s ideal for Fat Quarters. It combines contrast and movement in a way that highlights the soft florals and delicate hues of the Mary Catherine fabrics. This pattern is especially great for quilters who enjoy modern floral quilt designs and want a beginner-friendly challenge.

Blessings Quilt Pattern – Fat Quarter Friendly

The Blessings Quilt Pattern features clean lines and a symmetrical layout that balances beautifully with the soft, vintage vibe of Mary Catherine. This quilt design is simple yet impactful—making it a great choice for beginners or anyone looking to make a meaningful, handmade quilt.

Beaming Quilt Pattern – Fat Quarter Friendly

The Beaming Quilt radiates joy—literally! Its starburst design looks absolutely stunning in the gentle tones and sweet florals of Mary Catherine. This Fat Quarter friendly quilt is a great option if you’re looking for a radiant quilt design that plays well with both prints and solids. It’s ideal for confident beginners and experienced quilters alike.

Jubilant Quilt Pattern – Fat Quarter Friendly

The Jubilant Quilt Pattern lives up to its name by bringing energy and joy to your sewing room. This layout offers lots of movement and works beautifully with Fat Quarter bundles that contain coordinating colors and prints, like those in Mary Catherine. It’s a great pick for quilters seeking vibrant, joyful quilt ideas that still feel cohesive and polished.

Reverberate Quilt Pattern – Fat Quarter Friendly

Reverberate is a modern quilt pattern that features a rhythmic, echo-like block design. The graphic layout is softened when paired with the floral and pastel palette of Mary Catherine, creating a beautiful contrast between modern structure and vintage-inspired prints. This is a perfect project for those wanting to mix traditional prints with a bold modern layout.

Keystone Quilt Pattern – Pre-cut Friendly

The Keystone Quilt is a clean and minimalist quilt pattern that uses simple shapes and plenty of negative space. When paired with the delicate charm of Mary Catherine, this pattern becomes a beautiful blend of contemporary and classic. If you’re searching for a modern beginner quilt pattern that lets the fabric do the talking, Keystone is a perfect choice. Not only could you make your own Keystone Quilt using Fat Quarters, but you could also easily use scraps from another project or even a stack of 2.5″ or 5″ squares. This pattern really shines for its versatility and scrap-happiness!

Coordinating Riley Blake Confetti Cottons

If you’re looking to pair some solids with the Mary Catherine fabric collection, here are a few Riley Blake Confetti Cotton colors that coordinate beautifully. These are perfect for background fabric, sashing, binding, or mixing into your blocks for added contrast.

Here are some top picks:

• Riley White – always a winner: a crisp, clean white that lets the prints shine
• Cloud – an almost-white that really lends to the vintage vibes
• Bleached Denim – soft and calming, perfect for a cool contrast
• Powder – a soft blue that works great as a light background fabric
• Songbird – coordinates well with the mid-toned blues in the collection
• Ballerina – a touch of light pink for a little contrast
• Cottage – a rich, dusty blue that pulls out the darker accents
• Stargazer – a deep, dark blue for some added contrast
• Sage – a soft, muted green that blends seamlessly with the floral prints
• Mellowrose – the ideal pink for pulling together the romantic tones in the collection
• Pistachio – a fresh, gentle green for subtle accents
• Lodge Pole – a deeper green that grounds the palette with richness
• Canyon Rose – a warm, earthy pink that adds vintage warmth
• Wedgewood – a serene medium blue that complements many of the prints
• Raindrop – a muted blue-gray for a cool, modern finish

These solids offer a range of options to match your quilt’s mood—whether you’re going for soft and vintage, bright and airy, or bold and dramatic.

Ready to Make Your Own?

Feeling inspired? You can grab all of these quilt patterns in my Homemade Emily Jane Quilt Pattern Shop and find the Mary Catherine fabric collection at your favorite local or online quilt shop.

Whether you’re sewing with a Fat Quarter bundle, using 1/3 yard cuts, or looking to feature your favorite new Riley Blake fabric collection, these mockups offer creative direction to help bring your next quilt to life. I hope these ideas spark your creativity and help you choose the perfect pattern for your next project.

Be sure to share your makes using these hashtags so Amy and I can cheer you on:

• #RileyBlakeDesigns
• #MaryCatherineFabric
• #HomemadeEmilyJanePatterns
• #DiaryOfAQuilter