We are welcoming the fresh colors of spring with the Dreamin’ Vintage Collection by Jeni Baker. This collection evokes happiness, creativity and a throwback to the 50s and 60s. Take a look at Jeni’s story and inspiration on this amazing collection!
Q: Tell us a little about the Dreamin’ Vintage Collection. What was your inspiration?
A: Dreamin’ Vintage is my third fabric collection. It’s inspired by vintage bed sheets from the 50s and 60s. I’ve been collecting them for years, and they’ve always been a source of inspirations and happiness for me. Being able to pay tribute to them through this collection is a dream come true! It’s a very cheerful collection, with sweet floral and retro geometrics in a full rainbow of colors.
Q: What is your design process when beginning a new collection?
A: When I start designing a collection, I spend a lot of time collecting inspiration images. This includes lots of Google searches as well as photo scavenger hunts around town. I love visiting my favorite shops and walking outside to find inspiration. Then I sit down and start drawing on the computer in black and white. As prints come to life, I add color, and slowly the collection comes together!
Q: What design trends are you currently exploring?
A: I am SO happy to be exploring the Pantone color of the year, Radiant Orchid! Purple has been my favorite color since I was really little, and I love using purple in my work. I’m also playing around with black and white, which can have such a retro vibe!
Q: What projects do you hope to see made with Dreamin’Vintage?
A: I think I’m most excited to see (and make!) women’s dresses made from the collection. That and all kinds of patchwork! I really want to make a traditional double wedding quilt with the collection, I think it would show off the collection really well!
Q: How do you describe your style?
A: My style is somewhere in between modern and traditional. I love lots of bright, happy color and patterns, especially paired with traditional piecing. I will never tire of simple patchwork, it’s one of my very favorite things!
Q: What is the biggest sewing faux pas you have ever made?
A: I feel like my biggest sewing faux pas, or sewing secret, is something that I continue to do. I have never hand-bound a quilt! I sew all my bindings on by machine, and sometimes I feel a bit bad about it. I have arthritis, so I have a pretty good excuse, but still! I should probably hand-bind at least one quilt one of these days!
