Elizabeth Hartman's Popcorn Collection Is About to Change Your Quilt Game

Eleanor Carter · 2026-11-12

If you've been waiting for a fabric line that feels like a burst of sunshine, Elizabeth Hartman just delivered it. The Popcorn Collection for Moda Fabrics is a playful riot of color, and it's ready to become your next fabric craving. Kimberly walked through the whole thing during our Behind the Seams livestream on Friday, September 4th, and the replay is worth a look if you missed it. What makes this one stand out? It's simple prints, sunny pops of color, and a whole lot of personality. Let's dig in. ### A Closer Look at Popcorn Elizabeth leaned into her love of simple prints and bright, cheerful color to build a collection of 25 fabrics made for pictorial quilts. That's the sweet spot here. These aren't fussy, overworked designs. They're the kind of prints that let your piecing do the talking. You can grab a handful of favorites by the yard, or take a bite of a Layer Cake, Charm Pack, or Jelly Roll. Either way, you'll have plenty to stitch your next patchwork quilt. The pre-cuts make it easy to start a project without overthinking the fabric math. ### The What's Poppin' Jolly Bar Quilt Here's where things get fun. The What's Poppin' Quilt is a quick weekend win, whether you're brand new to quilting or you've been at it for years. A Popcorn Jolly Bar does most of the heavy lifting, and the result is sunny pops of color in a flash. Want to make yours just like ours? The What's Poppin' Quilt Kit includes the pattern plus all the fabrics you need for the quilt top and binding. Add the matching backing set and you've got a finished look that feels bright from every angle. And yes, the free pattern comes tucked inside your Popcorn Jolly Bar, so you can start right away. ### Patterns Made for Popcorn Elizabeth designed four fresh patterns to pair with this collection, each one a showcase for these sunny, playful prints: - **Busy Backyard** comes in small and large sizes - **Posy** blooms in baby, small, and large versions - **Pajama Party** is ready for a cozy night in - **Pups in Pajamas** includes a pillow option for a quick finish Can't pick just one? The Popcorn Pattern Set bundles all four together, so you can piece the whole batch whenever the craving hits. Popcorn also plays nicely with some of Elizabeth's beloved designs, including Cats in Pajamas, Dinosaurs, and the Florence Flamingo 2026 Edition patterns. That means more pieced fun to pursue, and more ways to stretch a single collection across several projects. ### A Quick Word on Why It Works Here's the thing about simple prints. They're forgiving. They mix without fighting, and they let a pictorial quilt breathe. If you've ever finished a quilt top and felt like the fabric was competing with the pattern, you know exactly what I mean. Popcorn keeps the mood light. As Elizabeth put it, this collection is all about "sunny pops of color" that make piecing feel joyful rather than fussy. That's a philosophy worth keeping on your cutting table. ### Ready to Start? Whether you go by the yard, scoop up a pre-cut, or commit to the full kit, the Popcorn Collection gives you room to play. Start small with a Jolly Bar project, or go all in with a Layer Cake and one of the four patterns. Either way, your next quilt is ready to pop. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for more collection walkthroughs and quilting inspiration.