Hi quilting friends & fabric enthustists! Are you looking for some fabric inspiration or  the perfect fabrics to bring your Starry Signs quilt to life? You’re in the right place! In this post, I’m sharing the fabric collections I’ve chosen (and am excited to feature) in my Starry Signs quilt designs.

From the richly textured Grunge by Moda Fabrics to the playful and modern Speckled by Rashida Coleman Hale for Ruby Star Society, you’ll find a variety of options to suit your creative style. I’ll also highlight versatile collections like Sky / Chalk and Charcoal by Jennifer Sampou for Robert Kaufman and Glaze by Libs Elliot for Andover Fabrics, plus timeless solids from Ruby + Bee, Pure Solids, and Kona® Cotton Solids. Whether you’re diving into one of the suggested collections or getting scrappy with your stash, there’s a fabric combination here to inspire your own sky quilt and celestial creation.

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Grunge by Moda Fabrics swatches
in the Starry Signs Quilt

These Starry Signs quilt options features many quilter’s favorite blender/basic fabric — Grunge by Moda Fabrics. This fabric line has a rich texture and painterly quality. With its signature layered look, the Grunge fabric may look like a solid from far away, but it’s beauty is the subtle variations in color with an almost hand-brushed feel. This bundle that I curated uses a dark blue base (color=Peacock) with hints of purple, to mimic the mystery of a twilight sky, paired with a beautiful blue (color = Sea) for the constellation lines, clouds, and center stars). I used a warm color palette for the constellations—featuring glowing shades of yellow, gold, rust, and soft coral (colors: Lemon Drop, Sunflower, Curry, Chiffon, Peachy, Elafin, Butterscotch, Yellow Gold, Clementine, Papaya, Papaya Punch, and Salmon) —the result is a dynamic and moody quilt that feels both modern and timeless. The unique texture of Grunge enhances the celestial theme, making it the perfect choice for this project.

Speckled by Ruby Star Society for Moda Fabrics swatches
in the Starry Signs Quilt

The Starry Signs quilt shines in a fresh and playful way with Speckled fabric, designed by Rashida Coleman-Hale for Ruby Star Society and Moda Fabrics. This collection is a favorite among modern quilters for its vibrant, metallic speckles/dots and its ability to add just the right amount of texture and whimsy to any project. For this version, I curated a beautiful rainbow of colors (Berry, Playful, Strawberry, Burnt Orange, Clementine, Sunshine, Citron, Verdant, Icebox, Bright Blue, Lindley Blue, and Witchy) set against a soft light blue background (Polar), accented with white, cloud-like speckles (color = White Gold) and grey/blue constellation lines (color = Soft Blue). The combination feels airy and bright, perfectly capturing a dreamy, celestial vibe while keeping the design modern and approachable. It’s a fun and versatile choice that adds a bright personality to this quilt!

Speckled and Starry by Ruby Star Society for Moda Fabrics swatches
in the Starry Signs Quilt

For fans of cool color palettes, this Starry Signs quilt version is a dreamy choice, perfect for a baby or child. It combines the vibrant Speckled and playful Starry fabric collections, both by Ruby Star Society for Moda Fabrics. Designed by Alexia Abegg, the Starry collection adds an extra touch of whimsy with its delicate star prints, bringing even more magic to this celestial design. The constellation stars are made from a curated bundle of cool-toned Speckled fabrics (colors = Icebox, Soft Aqua, Succulent, Storytime, Teal, ,Chambray, Lindley Blue, Bright Blue, Blue Ribbon, Denim, Water Blue, and Turquoise), while the constellation lines and center stars feature Speckled in the soft neutral color Natural. The clouds are extra special, made with Starry fabric (color = Turquoise), adding a sprinkle of stars to the mix. The moon shines bright in Speckled (color = Goldenrod), and the background uses Speckled (color = White Gold) for a subtle shimmer that ties the design together. This combination of textures and cool tones creates a quilt that is both calming and enchanting, ideal for a little one or anyone who loves a modern, soothing color scheme.

Sky / Chalk and Charcoal by Jennifer Sampou for Robert Kaufman Fabrics swatches
(Dark Version) in the Starry Signs Quilt

For a bright and cheerful take on the Starry Signs quilt, this version features a curated rainbow palette of Chalk and Charcoal fabrics (colors: Persimmon, Camelia, Terracotta, Poppy, Nectarine, Wheat, Kiwi, Zucchini, Ultra Marine, Amethyst, Garnet, Heliotrope) for the constellation stars, adding vibrant pops of color throughout the design. The constellation lines, center stars, and clouds are made with a gorgeous light blue ombre fabric (color: Powder) from the Sky collection by Jennifer Sampou, which creates a soft, glowing effect. The sun was pieced with the super bright and sunny Chalk and Charcoal fabric (color: Buttercup). All of this comes together beautifully against the textured Chalk and Charcoal background (color: Vintage White), providing the perfect balance of brightness and subtle texture.

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Glaze by Libs Elliot for Andover Fabrics swatches
in the Starry Signs Quilt

This version of the Starry Signs quilt bursts with vibrant energy, featuring a curated rainbow palette of Glaze fabrics by Libs Elliot for Andover Fabrics. Known for their modern, metallic-inspired textures, Glaze fabrics combine bold colors with a hint of sheen, adding a touch of sparkle and dimension to the quilt. The constellation stars shine in a stunning array of rainbow hues (colors = Bubblegum, Watermelon, Tangerine, Sunshine, Limelight, Sour Apple, Raindrop, Sea Glass, Sky, Thistle, Iris, and Wisteria), making each one pop. The constellation lines, clouds, and center stars are made with a subtle fabric (color: Cream), providing a soft, warm balance. For the background, Century Solids in the crisp, clean white (color = Cottonball) keeps the design bright and fresh, allowing the colorful stars to take center stage. This quilt is perfect for anyone who loves a modern, vibrant look with a little extra shine!

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SOLID OPTIONS

Solid fabrics are a great choice for the Starry Signs quilt! They give the design a clean, modern look and work well in both dark and light color palettes. Dark tones from Ruby + Bee, Pure Solids, and Kona® Cotton Solids create a bold, night-sky feel, while light tones make the quilt bright and soft—perfect for a baby or child. Solids are easy to work with for Foundation Paper Piecing (you don’t have to worry about the “correct” and “wrong” sides of the fabric). These solids combinations also make the constellations stand out, making them a timeless, yet modern, option for this pattern!

Ruby + Bee Solids by Windham Fabrics
(Dark Version) in the Starry Signs Quilt

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Ruby + Bee Solids by Windham Fabrics
(Light Version) in the Starry Signs Quilt

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Pure Solids by Art Gallery Fabrics
Kona Solids by Robert Kaufman Fabrics
(Dark Version) in the Starry Signs Quilt

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Pure Solids by Art Gallery Fabrics
Kona Solids by Robert Kaufman Fabrics
(Light Version) in the Starry Signs Quilt

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