Northanger Abbey | Jane Austen’s House
Step into the pages of one of Jane Austen’s most beloved novels with Northanger Abbey, a beautifully curated fabric collection inspired by mystery, imagination, and the charm of Regency-era England. Created in partnership with Jane Austen’s House, this collection captures the whimsical spirit of Catherine Morland’s adventures through elegant florals, architectural sketches, vintage-inspired coordinates, and a rich palette of teal, rose, cream, merlot, and sage.
Fans of Austen will delight in the thoughtful details woven throughout the collection. Historic motifs, delicate florals, and scenic prints evoke the atmosphere of the novel while offering endless possibilities for quilts, home décor, accessories, and heirloom sewing projects. Whether you’re a devoted Jane Austen reader or simply love timeless fabrics with a literary touch, Northanger Abbey brings classic beauty to every stitch.
Free Pattern | Northanger Abbey Quilt
The Northanger Abbey Quilt by the RBD Designers is a stunning sampler-style design that showcases the full beauty of the collection. Measuring approximately 54 1/2″ x 66 1/2″, this quilt combines simple piecing with striking fabric placement, allowing each print to shine.
At the center, a diamond-shaped focal block features the collection initials, surrounded by a patchwork of alternating print blocks and charming chain-style units. The result is a quilt that feels both traditional and fresh, perfectly suited to the romantic aesthetic of the collection.
Even better, this pattern will be available as a free download on the Riley Blake Designs website, making it easy to stitch your own literary-inspired masterpiece.
A Collectible Quilt Kit
For shops and collectors, the Abbey Quilt Kit offers an exclusive project inspired by the iconic architecture of Northanger Abbey itself. This unique design combines pieced blocks with a stately manor silhouette, creating a quilt that feels like a scene lifted directly from the novel.
The quilt finishes at approximately 60 1/2″ x 60 1/2″ and comes packaged in a beautiful keepsake book-style box. The kit includes the exclusive pattern along with fabric for the quilt top and binding, making it a treasured addition for Austen enthusiasts and quilters alike.
Available beginning July 2026, this special kit is as beautiful on the shelf as it is stitched into a finished quilt.
Northanger Abbey celebrates the enduring magic of Jane Austen’s storytelling through fabric. The collection balances classic elegance with playful charm, making it ideal for everything from quilts and table toppers to bags, accessories, and home décor projects.
Whether you’re sewing a gift for a fellow Austen admirer or adding a touch of literary romance to your own sewing room, Northanger Abbey offers a timeless palette and beautifully coordinated prints that invite creativity at every turn.
We can’t wait to see the projects you create with this enchanting collection. Be sure to download the free Northanger Abbey Quilt pattern and the exclusive Abbey Quilt Kit arriving this summer.
