Riley Blake Designs
Riley Blake Designs has built its reputation on vibrant, family-friendly print collections with a distinctly American aesthetic. Founded in 2008, the Utah-based company quickly became a favorite among quilters who gravitate toward cheerful florals, geometric prints, and themed collections that range from holiday motifs to licensed characters.
Riley Blake's Confetti Cottons solid line coordinates directly with their print collections, offering around 100 carefully chosen colors. The fabric weight sits at approximately 4.2 oz per square yard — similar to Kona — with a smooth, tight weave that handles well during cutting and piecing. The brand is particularly popular for baby quilts, children's projects, and seasonal table runners.
What distinguishes Riley Blake in the market is their print quality and their relationship with their designer roster. Names like Lori Holt, Jill Finley, and Tasha Noel have dedicated followings, and their collections sell out fast. Riley Blake also pioneered the "sew-along" marketing model, releasing block patterns weekly with dedicated fabric bundles, creating community events around their collections.
Quick Specs
- Thread Count
- 60x60
- Weight
- 4.2 oz/sq yd
- Shrinkage Rate
- 3-5%
- Color Range
- 100+ colors
- Price Range
- $10-13/yard
Quick Specs
- Thread Count
- 60x60
- Weight
- 4.2 oz/sq yd
- Shrinkage Rate
- 3-5%
- Color Range
- 100+ colors
- Price Range
- $10-13/yard
Popular Fabric Lines
Confetti Cottons
Riley Blake's solid line with 100+ colors designed to coordinate with their print collections. Clean, consistent quality at a mid-range price point.
Bee Basics (Lori Holt)
Lori Holt's signature low-volume prints and basics that have become staples for background fabrics in modern-traditional quilts.
Seasonal Collections
Rotating holiday and seasonal print lines that drive significant demand among quilters who make gifts and home decor items.
Our Verdict
Riley Blake is the fun brand. Their prints are what draw you in, and the Confetti Cottons solids keep you coordinated. Quality is solid if not exceptional — you are buying Riley Blake for the designs and the community, not because the cotton itself is markedly different from Kona. That said, consistency is good and the price is fair.
Best For
Print-driven quilters who love themed collections, designer sew-alongs, and projects with a cheerful, approachable aesthetic. Excellent for baby quilts and gifts.
Where to Buy
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