The Lydia Quilt in Swedish Holiday
Have you been as excited about the Swedish Holiday fabric collection as I have? It’s absolutely stunning! The bold colors and lively prints made it impossible to resist. When I first got my hands on the fat quarter bundle, I debated whether to use it for the Lydia Quilt or a sample for my next pattern. Ultimately, I couldn’t wait a few extra weeks to cut into this fabric, and I’m so glad I decided to make the Lydia Quilt!
About the Swedish Holiday Collection
Designed by The House That Lars Built for Fableism, Swedish Holiday is a happy mix of bold colors and dynamic prints. Here’s how Fableism describes it:
“Inspired by the intoxicatingly long days of a sun-drenched Swedish summer and the carefree frolics through a flora-filled meadow, these incredible woven fabrics play enchantingly with the layers and textures of a bygone era, but in a new way.”
This collection truly feels like a celebration of color and texture, making it a perfect match for the versatile and playful Lydia Quilt Pattern.
Choosing Fabrics for the Lydia Quilt
My only hesitation in using Swedish Holiday for this pattern was the larger-scale plaids and stripes. I was concerned that the seams might disrupt the alignment, but I’m glad I didn’t let that stop me! The mismatched plaids and stripes actually add to the colorful chaos of the quilt.
For the background and accent fabrics, I chose Cotton Couture in Confection and Geranium. I had a cream backup option ready in case I got nervous about the bold colors, but I stuck with my original plan—and I’m so glad I did! The colors work beautifully together and enhance the playful spirit of the Swedish Holiday collection.
The backing fabric is Fableism Sprout Wovens in Sun Glow. I love using Sprout Wovens for quilt backings because they add a nice weight without feeling too heavy. For the binding, I used Pure Solids in Royal Cobalt, which perfectly matches the bright blue in the collection.
Quilting and Finishing Touches
For the quilting, I used a serpentine stitch, which adds a subtle texture while complementing the vibrant design. This project became a bit of an adventure since my sewing machine decided it needed an extended “spa day” halfway through! I finished about half of the quilting on my old machine and the rest on my new one. While I can see the difference if I look closely, the stitches are similar enough that it doesn’t detract from the finished quilt.
To Prewash or Not to Prewash?
In case you’re wondering: no, I didn’t prewash these fabrics. While I did prewash the fabrics for my last Fableism project due to all of the red and blue (you can read about that here), I didn’t think it was necessary this time around.
Make Your Own Swedish Holiday Lydia Quilt
If you’re ready to dive into this beautiful fabric collection, you can find Swedish Holiday in shops now. And don’t forget to grab your copy of the Lydia Quilt Pattern! This precut-friendly design works with fat quarters, jelly rolls, layer cakes, or scraps, making it the perfect project for this collection.
I can’t wait to see how you make this pattern your own—be sure to tag me on Instagram (@kitchentablequilting) and use the hashtag #TheLydiaQuilt so I can admire your creations!