Beary Bunch Quilt… the Make it Modern Version

If quilts were candy, this version of my Beary Bunch pattern would be a pastel candy oasis… soft, sweet, and just poppin’ enough to keep things interesting.

Made with Riley Blake Designs’ Confetti Cotton solids, this quilt plays with tonal trios of color, wrapping each bear in cozy pastels with a touch of brighter hues. Think of it as a candy-coated hug you’ll want to snuggle under all day.

A Tonal Trio Treat

This version leans into the quiet harmony of tonal color play. Each bear block is built from a trio in the same color family, starting with a pastel background that sets the stage for brighter, juicier shades to pop. It’s like layering candy flavors… soft, sweet, and just bold enough to make your taste buds, or eyes, happy.

Here’s the full color lineup, all from Riley Blake’s Confetti Cotton collection:

• Vanilla, Riley Yellow, Cheddar
• Bleached Denim, Scuba, Azure
• Shell, Tangerine, Tomato
• Honeydew, Green Smoothie, Emerald City
• Petal Pink, Super Pink, Cranberry
• Vanity, Violet, Iris

Bear Blocks Wrapped in Pastel Hugs

At the heart of this quilt is the Original Bear Block… squared-off paws, expressive faces, and now dressed in tonal outfits that mix pastels with pops of brighter hues.

The pastel backgrounds; like Vanilla, Shell, or Petal Pink… give each block a gentle, candy-sweet vibe that feels right at home in nurseries, reading nooks, or anywhere that could use a little softness.

Finished at a large throw size, it’s perfect for cozy couch days or colorful room accents. Once quilted, this version will be backed in Hush Hush 4 Sugar Rush, a soft and subtle print with playful touches that add just the right sprinkle of sweetness to the back.

A Sweet Pop of Personality

Tucked right into the bunch is a single Love Bear, stitched in Petal Pink as a soft reminder that even the sweetest quilts have a little heart.

This version may look soft and sweet, but it’s also a celebration of intentional color play… where harmony, contrast, and personality meet in every block. It feels modern and light, with just the right amount of sugar-on-top joy.

Ready to Sew a Sweet Beary Bunch of Your Own?

The Beary Bunch Quilt Pattern is available now in throw, large throw/full, and king sizes. Want a smaller snack-size project? The Lil’ Beary Bunch includes baby to throw sizes, with all the same lovable blocks scaled down for extra cuteness.

Whether your fabric pull leans sweet, bold, or somewhere in between, these bears are ready to bring joy to your next quilt.

Which Beary Bunch flavor are you stitching up next?

Share your fabric pull or finished quilt with #BearyBunchQuilt… I’d love to see your sweet or colorful creations!