Summer is the season when everything feels lighter, brighter, and full of possibilities — and that’s exactly what inspired my new fabric collection, The Happy Weather.
Designed for kids’ clothing, nursery decor, playful home projects, and small handmade brands, this collection captures the simple joys of a sunny day. If you’re looking for happy, easygoing patterns for your next summer sewing project, you’ll find plenty of ideas here!
About The Happy Weather collection
The inspiration behind this summer pattern collection is very personal.
I wanted to bottle up the feeling of a hot sunny Italian afternoon — vibrant skies, salty hair from the sea, and an ice cream in hand. The kind of day where everything feels full of color, warmth, and just right!
I wanted to bottle up the feeling of a hot sunny Italian afternoon — vibrant skies, salty hair from the sea, and an ice cream in hand. The kind of day where everything feels full of color, warmth, and just right!
The designs are minimal, playful, and a little bit nostalgic — a nod to my favorite recent holidays in Sardinia, where the sun seemed endless and every corner was bursting with life!
I combined pastel shades like lilac and mint with pops of orange and pink to create a palette that feels both colorful and cozy.
Every pattern is meant to bring a smile!
Meet the Patterns!
Here’s a little peek at what you’ll find in the collection:
- Sun Pops: Bright little suns with smiling faces, perfect for nursery wallpaper or crib sheets.
- Ice Cream Cones: Rows of cheerful ice cream cones — ideal for kids’ summer dresses, aprons, or handmade bibs.
- Wave Parade: Flowing, relaxed lines that suggest a breeze or gentle ocean waves — great for a modern coastal-themed line.
- Scalloped Rainbows: Happy rainbows floating in the sky, perfect for baby blankets or soft toys.
- Sunny Grid: A colorful hand-drawn grid that feels fresh and playful — great for mix-and-match outfits, shorts, or gender-neutral nursery decor.
Each pattern is designed to mix and match easily, so you can create sets, bundles, or full room makeovers without worrying about clashing colors or styles.
Where You Can Find These Designs
You can shop The Happy Weather collection on Spoonflower HERE.
Available on:
- Fabric (lightweight cotton, organic cotton knit, jersey, and more)
- Wallpaper (peel-and-stick, prepasted, or traditional)
- Home decor (pillows, bedding, curtains)
↪ If you’re a small brand or a maker looking for unique, license-ready patterns, you can also contact me to chat about collaborations.
Sewn items ideas with The Happy Weather prints
If you’re wondering how you could use these fabrics, here are some ideas to get your creativity flowing.
FOR MAKERS AND HANDMADE SHOPS
- Summer Dresses for Kids
A cute sundress made with Ice Cream Cones could become a bestseller in your Etsy shop.
→ Think flutter sleeves, roomy pockets, and lightweight cotton for hot days. - Nursery Essentials
Use Scalloped Rainbows for swaddle blankets, crib sheets, or changing pad covers.
→ Create baby shower gifts, nursery sets, or ready-to-ship items for your shop. - Kids’ Accessories
Sew fabric bucket hats, bandanas, or handmade tote bags.
→ Mix and match prints for playful accessory sets for summer markets. - Picnic Essentials
Create soft picnic mats or little napkins using the Sunny Grid pattern.
→ Offer personalized picnic sets or DIY summer kits for families.
FOR DIY HOME DECOR LOVERS
- Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper
Transform a playroom wall or reading corner with my Sun Pop wallpaper.
→ Freshen up small spaces without messy renovations — perfect for renters too. - Throw Pillows
Mix several patterns together for a bright and cozy kids’ reading nook.
→ Try different sizes and shapes — floor pillows, tiny cushions, oversized loungers. - Curtains and Bunting
Add a playful touch to a child’s bedroom or a summer birthday party.
→ Use matching prints to create a full party or room makeover theme.
Final thoughts
If you’re planning your next summer project — whether it’s a nursery makeover, a new kids’ clothing line, or a handmade gift — The Happy Weather collection was made for you!
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