Sometimes creativity just needs a little nudge—or maybe a friendly poke from a very stylish Monstera leaf.
When I designed Petal Pop, I wasn't dreaming of epic bed-sized quilts or marathon weekend sewing sessions. Nope. I was thinking of her—that creative soul who grew up watching her mom or grandma stitch magic, and now juggles kids, chaos, and a mile-long to-do list, but still dreams of making something beautiful with her own two hands.
She doesn't have time for a king-size anything. She might not have the fabric budget for yards and yards of yardage. But she does have that creative itch that won't quit. And that's exactly where Petal Pop swoops in to save the day: modern, versatile, and blissfully, delightfully doable.
Three Motifs, Zero Overwhelm
Petal Pop gives you three gorgeous appliqué motifs—each about 12" x 16"—designed for quick wins and maximum creative fun. Stitch them up as:
A frame-worthy wall print that screams "I made that!"
A ridiculously chic throw pillow (yes, that Monstera is calling your name)
A tote bag that'll make strangers stop you in the grocery store
Or whatever your brilliant brain dreams up
Here's where it gets really good: you can whip up all three projects using just scraps from BALISONG prints (or grab a Layer Cake if you're feeling fancy) plus a yard of background fabric. That's it!
Skill level? Beginner. Because who says modern has to be fussy?
Your Weekend Win (Plus the Sweetest Gift Idea!)
Petal Pop is all about quick gratification—because who doesn't love a project that actually gets finished? With raw-edge appliqué, lightweight fusible web, and two super helpful YouTube tutorials, it's perfect for beginners and anyone who just wants to make something gorgeous without the fuss:
And here's the best part: we've got a
Petal Pop Fabric Kit
ready to go in the German Farbstoff shop! It's got everything you need to whip up the framed wall art, the pillow, and the tote. (You'll need to grab your own pillow form, tote bag, and frame—but hey, we can't do everything for you. 😉)
🎁 GIFT IDEA ALERT
Want to give something truly special this holiday season? Wrap up the pattern or the fabric kit (German online shop) and add a little note: "Let's make this together!" Your time, your creativity, and a cozy afternoon of stitching? That's the kind of gift that sticks with people. (Plus, you get to sew. Win-win!).
You will find all the Balisong fabrics e.g. here Fatquartershop
Design Tips & Color Combos (AKA: Let's Get Creative!)
Photo from Judith of @septembers_delight
Go full jungle vibes with greens and neutrals for that lush Monstera moment—like the stunner my friend made (seriously, just look at it!).
Feeling adventurous? Flip to the bright side of BALISONG—pinks, oranges, tropical prints—and let those colors throw a party.
Pro tip: Keep your background chill. Coconut SPOTTED is the perfect wingman here.
And here's a little secret: shrink the template down to 50% and you've got yourself a zipper pouch. Boom. Instant Petal Pop mini. You're welcome. 😉
Launch Special – This Week Only!
From Wednesday through Sunday, snag the Petal Pop pattern for 20% off in our PDF shop. No code gymnastics required—the discount's already waiting for you like a good friend with coffee.
Oh, and the fabric kit pre-order is live in our German online shop Farbstoff this week too! Grab it solo or pair it with the pattern for the ultimate creative care package. (Gift-giving game: officially leveled up. 🎁)
Made something gorgeous? We need to see it! Tag your creations with #PetalPopPattern or #ZenChicPatterns on Instagram—because honestly, your work deserves its moment in the spotlight.
Whether you're a quilting veteran or just dipping your toes into the fabric-filled waters, Petal Pop is here to remind you that creativity doesn't have to be complicated. It just has to be you.
Now go make something beautiful (and maybe a little bit cheeky). 😉
Happy stitching, friends!
– Brigitte x