There’s a special kind of magic that happens when bold solids meet playful design. For this Make It Modern version of my newest quilt pattern, Smashing Petals, I embraced bright, punchy color and oversized florals to create a quilt that feels both contemporary and joyful, like a modern bouquet in full bloom.

At the heart of this design is a bold, graphic flower made from four oversized petals and a glowing center. This version uses the mix-and-match layout included in the pattern, which allows each flower to blossom with its own personality. The layout creates a dynamic quilt top full of movement, like a carefully planted garden where each bloom gets its own spotlight.

A Blooming Palette of Confetti Cottons

Every fabric in this quilt is from Riley Blake Designs' Confetti Cottons, a line of premium solids known for their buttery-soft texture and rich, saturated color. The background features Sweet Mint and Poseidon, giving the quilt a cool, serene feel that helps the flowers pop.

For the petals, I used a lively blend of pinks: Rouge, Peony, Sugar Pink, Riley Coral, Lipstick, Piglet Pink, Riley Hot Pink, and Riley Raspberry, each one adding its own energy and charm.

The flower centers bring warmth and vibrancy with a citrusy mix of Butterscotch, Tangerine, Daffodil, Cheddar, Riley Mustard, Ochre, and Riley Orange. It’s a palette that glows against the cool background, like sunshine and petals layered across a summer sky.

No Curves, No Fuss—Just Stitch and Flip

Though the petals look rounded and sculptural, there’s no curved piecing in this pattern! Smashing Petals is made using the Stitch and Flip method, making it beginner-friendly without sacrificing any of that bold, floral drama. Whether you’re a confident beginner or just looking for a project that lets your fabrics shine, this is a pattern that’s both accessible and impactful.

The finished quilt measures 68x68", a perfect size for a cozy throw, a statement piece at the foot of a bed, or a modern wall quilt.

Backed in Golden Magic

While the front of the quilt is all about clean lines and saturated solids, the back is where I added a bit of whimsy. Once quilted, this version will be backed with Ruby Star Society’s Elephants in Goldenrod from the Picture Book collection, a fabric that adds a sweet and unexpected touch. The warm yellow background and playful elephant motif feel like a secret hideaway tucked behind the bold blooms on the front.

Let Your Creativity Bloom

Whether you make your own version in solids, mix in prints, or follow your own color story, the Smashing Petals Quilt Pattern gives you the perfect foundation to grow something beautiful. The bold flowers, on-point layout, and simple construction come together to create a quilt that’s fun to sew and satisfying to finish.

Ready to grow your own garden of bold blooms? Grab the Smashing Petals Quilt Pattern now, by clicking here!

Let your creativity bloom and happy quilting!

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