There’s something magical about the way watercolor can capture light—and designer Amarilys Henderson brings that magic beautifully to fabric in her newest Moda collection, Northern Brights.

Inspired by the breathtaking glow of the Aurora Borealis and the natural beauty of northern landscapes, this collection is filled with painterly texture, woodland whimsy, and richly layered color. From glowing skies and birch forests to florals, moths, wildlife, and abstract washes of color, Northern Brights feels both artistic and deeply comforting.

A Collection Inspired by Light & Landscape

The color palette of Northern Brights moves effortlessly between moody and luminous. Deep navy and twilight blues sit beside warm rusts, mossy greens, golden ochres, and soft neutrals, creating a collection that feels grounded in nature while still carrying Amarilys’ signature playful energy.

As a watercolor artist and illustrator, Amarilys brings a softness and movement to her fabrics that make them especially beautiful in quilts, home décor projects, bags, and artistic sewing projects. Many of the prints feel almost hand-painted directly onto the cloth, adding depth and texture even to simple patchwork.

The Northern Brights Panels

One of the highlights of the collection is the stunning panel assortment, featuring scenic artwork and beautifully composed illustrations that work wonderfully as focal pieces for quilts and home décor projects.

These panels allow quilters to quickly create projects with dramatic visual impact while still leaving room for creative piecing and customization.

Moda has also released a coordinating project sheet designed specifically for the panel, making it easy to turn these striking prints into a finished quilt project.

You can find the panel project sheet here: Northern Brights Panel Project Sheet

Perfect for Quilts& Home Décor

Whether you’re drawn to the woodland motifs, the atmospheric watercolor textures, or the glowing palette, Northern Brights offers endless inspiration for makers who love artistic fabrics with personality.

The collection works beautifully across a range of aesthetics—from cozy cabin-inspired quilts to modern statement pieces—and the painterly nature of the prints makes even simple patchwork feel elevated and expressive.

Throughout the trunk show, Amarilys shares the quilts and projects created with the collection, offering inspiration for how these fabrics come to life in finished pieces.

In Shops Now

Northern Brights by Amarilys Henderson is shipping to quilt shops now. Be sure to visit your favorite local quilt shop to see the collection in person and experience the richness of these watercolor-inspired prints up close.