Modern Patriotic Color Palettes for Quilters

Summer is full of patriotic holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. Plus, with the release of my Betsy quilt pattern right around the corner, I felt inspired to create some patriotic color palettes. When creating patriotic color palettes, it can be tough to stray from the classic red, white, and blue. For this blog post, I tried to offer some different options that were a stretch from the traditional primary colors. Each patriotic palette is inspired by the colors of the American Flag and features 6 solid colors that I pulled from the Art Gallery Fabric Pure Solids collection.

And just in case you are interested, here is a little history of the American flag. On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress adopted the Stars and Stripes as the official flag for the United States of America. Each of the colors are chosen to represent a value or idea. Red represents hardiness and valor, while white signifies innocence and purity. Blue was chosen to represent vigilance, perseverance, and justice.

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Want more color inspiration? Check out these other blog posts featuring color palettes for quilters. And be sure to read the post “Color Theory for Quilters” where I dive into how different colors work together to create harmonious combinations.

4th of July Beach Party Color Palette

Reminiscent of a fourth of July party on the beach, this bright color palette is a fun twist on classic American patriotic colors.

Fabrics Featured in the Beach Party Patriotic Color Palette

Art Gallery Fabric Pure Solids: London Red, Flamingo, Snow, Heart of the Ocean, Fresh Water, and Icy Mint

Vintage Vibes Patriotic Color Palette

This color combo is true Americana. With bright red, dusty blue jeans blue, and vintage browns, this palette is sure to give you patriotic vibes.

Fabrics Featured in the Vintage Vibes Color Palette

Art Gallery Fabric Pure Solid: Undeniably Red, Nocturnal, Denim Blue, Vintage Walnut, Mushroom, and Vaporous

Fresh Berries Color Palette

A big bowl of fresh berries is a 4th of July staple. This color palette is packed with cherry red, strawberry pink, and blueberry hues. The only thing missing is a dollop of whipped cream.

Fabrics Featured in the Fresh Berries Color Palette

Art Gallery Fabrics Pure Solids: Candied Cherry, Cabernet, Cactus Flower, Parisian Blue, Field of Lavender, and Periwinkle.

Stately Patriotic Color Palette

This color combination is a very serious and dignified palette, but you certainly can’t deny isn’t patriotism! A true classic combo.

Fabrics Featured in the Stately Patriotic Color Palette

Art Gallery Fabrics Pure Solids: Nocturnal, Slate, Nebula, Weathered Brick, Gentle Feather, and Creme de la Creme.

Summer Fun Color Palette

Freezer pops and fireworks. This color palette is such a fun play on the blue and red combo. The bright coral and dusty lavender hues are the perfect addition to this summery and patriotic color scheme.

Fabrics Featured in the Summer Fun Patriotic Color Palette

Art Gallery Fabrics Pure Solids: Aurora Red, Coral Reef, Blueberry Zest, Hydrangea, Sweet Fig, and Lavender Water

Sun-Faded Patriotic Color Palette

This color palette is a beachy and sun-faded version of the classic red, white, and blue combination. I opted for the warm terra cotta, rather than the traditional red. This is such a fun and unexpected palette!