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The Modern Botanical Sampler

Available until September 30th, 2026!

Take your piecing to the next level

From foundation paper piecing, to applique and more, this sampler is the perfect skill-builder.

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The Modern Botanical Sampler is the perfect sampler project to build and practice your quilting skills.


  • 16 unique botanical-inspired blocks

  • 16 designers (scroll down, you seriously don't want to miss this lineup)

  • Techniques include applique, foundation paper piecing, curves, improv, and more

  • Blocks are rated confident beginner to intermediate, perfect for honing your piecing skills

Modern Botanical Giveaway

Along with the sampler, the Modern Botanical Designers have teamed up to offer an amazing giveaway! This giveaway is open to both US/Canada and International quilters. Both regions include:


  • A fat quarter bundle of Art Gallery Fabrics PURE Solids

  • A pack of Aurifil Flora Color Builder thread

  • A 6-month Toad Circle Membership from Toad & Sew

  • A free Modern Botanical Sampler (will be refunded if already purchased)


The US/Canada giveaway also includes:


  • The Quilting Book by Christina West and Kacey Crutchfield

  • Access to Eudaimonia Studio's BOM


The International giveaway includes items as stated in the first paragraph and:


  • VIP Access to the Make Modern Magazine

  • A 1-year supporter subscription to QuiltInk


Note: The differences in the giveaways by region are due to shipping limitations. No purchase necessary. Giveaway closes September 30, 2026. Winners selected by random drawing. Void where prohibited. By entering you agree to receive email newsletters from the Modern Botanical Designers. You may unsubscribe at any time.


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The Modern Botanical Designers

Brooke - Eudaimonia Studio

@EudaimoniaStudioUS

Wild Tulip Block

Erin - Mija Handmade

@mija.handmade

Dazey Block

Melissa - Quilt ALL the Things

@quiltallthethings_

Wild Coneflower Block

Andrea - 3rd Story Workshop

@3rdStoryWorkshop

Twin Blooms Block

Wendy - The Weekend Quilter

@the.weekendquilter

Retro Rosette Block

Cristina - Ships & Violins

@shipsandviolins

Mod Bud Block

Heather - Glad Hand Sews

@gladhand_sews

Pineapple Pop Block

Kristy - Quiet Play

@quietplay

Garland of Leaves Block

Lisa - Millie and Bun Designs

@millieandbundesigns

5759 Block

Christine - Tessellate Textiles

@tessellate_textiles

Cotton Fields Block

Holly - Holly Clarke Design

@holdmyseamripper

Pick Me Block

Ashelyn - Urban Dwell Studio

@urbandwellstudio

Wishing Well Block

Taylor - Toad & Sew

@toadandsew

Flower Child Block

Eva - Gingerly Quilt Co

@gingerlyquiltco

Golden Fall Block

Christina - Kindred Quilt Co

@kindredquiltco

Luna Bloom Block

Julia - Julia Wachs Designs

@juliawachs.designs

Agave Block

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FAQs

  • What is included with my purchase?

    16 modern quilt block patterns, each written by a different fabulous designer. You will also receive fabric requirements and finishing instructions.

  • How much does the sampler cost?

    Regular price is $32 USD. However, pre-orders get you an automatic $4 discount until September 15, 2026. You'll see the discount applied in your cart!

  • What skill level are the block patterns?

    The block patterns range from confident beginner to intermediate.

  • What kind of techniques do the block patterns use?

    Multiple! Techniques used include applique, foundation paper piecing (FPP), curves, improv piecing, strip sets, HRTs, and snowballed corners.

  • When will the block patterns be available to download?

    The block patterns will be available to download starting on September 16, 2026.

  • How long will the sampler be available to purchase?

    The sampler will only be available to purchase until September 30, 2026 at 11:59PM PDT. After that, some designers may decide to sell the block on their own personal website.

  • When does the giveaway close?

    The giveaway closes the same time as the sampler - September 30, 2026 at 11:59PM PDT. A winner will be announced October 1st.

  • How long will I have access to the block patterns?

    Make sure to download the block patterns to your personal device. The patterns will be available on Julia Wachs Designs' website until October 31, 2026. Reminder emails will be sent to make sure you download all block patterns before they are taken down.

Kits for the Modern Botanical Sampler

Kits will be announced September 2nd!

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