Happiness, energy, creativity, warmth, and optimism….the color yellow is often associated with positive and uplifting feelings. And it just so happens that some of our favorite things are yellow, too: sunflowers, lemons, bananas, daffodils, and even our own Chuck the Duck!
When you want to add a little bit of positivity to your project, yellow fabric is the perfect choice!
Our collection of yellow quilt fabric has solids and prints in every hue, from light yellow fabric to dark yellow fabric (and all points in between!). Not only do we have hundreds of different yellow cotton fabrics to choose from, you will also find many other yellow fabric types such as flannel, Cuddle minky fabric, linen, and more. Yellow floral fabric is a fan-favorite, and we have plenty of fresh options from your favorite designers like Kaffe Fasset, Kansas Troubles, Kathy Engle, Lori Holt, and more!
Whether you’re searching for the perfect pale yellow fabric by the yard, a vintage-inspired mustard yellow fabric print, or just want to stock your stash with yellow jelly roll fabric, yellow charm packs, yellow fat quarter bundles, or yellow layer cake fabric, Missouri Star is your source for the best yellow fabrics around!
Yellow quilting fabric offers a range of creative possibilities. It can serve as the primary color in your quilt design; you can use solid yellow fabric or even a pretty yellow fabric cotton print for large blocks, borders, or even as the background fabric for your entire quilt top!
Yellow material also contrasts well with a variety of other colors. You can pair it with complementary colors like purple or blue for a striking effect, or with neutrals like white or gray to create a modern, clean look. Experiment with different modern yellow fabric color combinations to see what appeals to you.
Bright yellow fabric can also be used as an accent color to add pops of brightness to your quilt. For example, you could incorporate small squares or triangles of solid yellow cotton fabric into a predominantly neutral quilt to add visual interest or use yellow fabric for appliqué shapes or embroidered motifs.
Experiment with using yellow fabric patterns such as florals, stripes, polka dots, or geometrics in your next quilt design! When working with yellow print fabrics, keep in mind that the scale and style of your chosen pattern will impact your overall quilt design. Yellow fabric texture prints are a great choice when you don’t want to distract from the overall design.
In the tutorial below, Misty stitches up the Memi's Lemons Quilt with yellow ombre yardage and solid white fabric - a wonderful example of how to use yellow cotton fabric in a quilt project!
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If you have a specific theme or inspiration for your quilt, such as a garden, sunshine, or a particular season, choose yellow fabric patterns with motifs that reinforce your theme, or use shades of solid yellow fabric that evoke the mood you're aiming for. We have bright & springy pastel yellow fabric options, soft butter yellow fabrics, and even golden yellow fabrics to ensure you can find just the right hue for your project.
Ultimately, the way you choose to use yellow fabric in quilting depends on your personal style, the design of your quilt, and the effect you want to achieve. Don't be afraid to experiment and have fun with it!
