If BALISONG is the tropics at noon, then this quilt is the hush of nightfall.
BALISONG is all about the glow-up: sunshine yellows, hot-pink hibiscus, that breezy tropical vibe that makes you want to drop everything and book a flight. It's joyful. It's alive. It's basically summer in fabric form.
But here's the plot twist: I didn't want a collection that was all sunshine and rainbows.
Because every perfect beach day has that other moment—the one where the sun dips low, the world goes quiet, and the ocean turns silver under the stars. That's where Bold Stripes lives: the sleek, sophisticated, slightly mysterious cousin of BALISONG. Think less "tropical party" and more "cool evening breeze with a hint of intrigue."
A Quilt That Says, "Yeah, I Know I'm Cool"
Most of the quilts in BALISONG are basically shouting "Look at me!"—and honestly, who could blame them? They're all sunshine yellows, hot pinks, and enough tropical energy to power a tiki bar. But Bold Stripes? This one's more of a slow nod from across the room.
I kept it simple: just the black and midnight prints from BALISONG, plus a whisper of Coconut white. The result is clean, graphic, and just moody enough to feel like that perfect evening when the day finally chills out. Oh, and there's a hint of rust sneaking in—because even mysterious quilts need a little warmth.
Now, I didn't set out to make a "man quilt" (whatever that means), but let's just say it's the one that gets claimed first. Your partner? Your nephew? That brother-in-law who "doesn't do floral"? Yeah, this is their jam. It's got that effortlessly cool vibe without trying too hard—kind of like wearing sunglasses indoors, but make it fabric.
Pro Tips for Nailing Those Matching Points
This pattern is perfect for confident beginners and up, clocking in at around 25 hours of sewing time. The good news? It's mostly straight seams and strip sets—totally doable. The slightly nerve-wracking news? When those diagonal stripe blocks meet in the middle, precision is your new best friend.
✨ Here's how to keep things sharp:
Use a true ¼" seam allowance—this is not the time to wing it.
Label your pieces right after cutting (sticky notes are your friends, people).
Take your sweet time trimming those 45° angles on the strip sets—rushing here will haunt you later.
The shown quilting motif is Bubble Flow in white thread—simple, soft, and wonderfully modern. (Peek at the quilting design here if you're curious.)
Finished size is 65" x 73"—aka the perfect size for draping over a lounge chair, claiming the back of the sofa, or curling up with a book and a blanket (or Netflix and snacks—no judgment here).
Special Launch Offer: 20% Off Bold Stripes!
To celebrate the launch of our BALISONG quilt series, Bold Stripes is getting its moment in the spotlight—along with a sweet 20% discount just for you.
⏰ Offer ends Sunday, Nov 30 at 11:59 PM EST
🛍️ Ready to snag it? Here it is
Oh, and scroll down to peek at all the BALISONG patterns coming your way. Each one gets its own feature week (and discount!), but Bold Stripes is here to kick things off with that effortlessly cool vibe.
Here's the thing: not every quilt needs to shout to get noticed. Bold Stripes is sleek, modern, and just a little mysterious—your perfect minimalist moment. And honestly? He's already claimed his spot on the couch. 😎
Happy quilting, friends!
– Brigitte x
