I've been giving you snippets here and there of Paris Apartment. I have now been cleared for take-off and can show you the complete collection. As much as I love my three previous lines, there is something so entirely close to my heart in this one. I can't put my finger on it, but when the samples came the other day from Lecien it brought me to tears. The fact that it came from Japan made it even more amazing to me. This line went to print in southern Japan the day before the earthquake and tsunami hit the north. I'm told the mill continued functioning in Osaka. It's due to their hard work and spirit that I am able to hold this fabric at all. As I sew, I will be thinking of them. I can't wait to see the pretty things you all make with it.
Quilt shops: the collection is available to order from Lecien.
Fabric is due to arrive in stores in June.
Be on the lookout for a free quilt pattern coming soon!
Bari I am so thrilled to see these prints in live, gorgeous COLOR! Wonderful, just wonderful. :)
Posted by: Rebecca Makas | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 03:30 PM
So gorgeous! I love all the colors. I think I just died over the brown/cream/blue.
Posted by: Jessica | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 03:31 PM
I can tell you right now that my daughter will want a skirt with the small floral print with an accent of the Linge stripe. Every where we shopped, the small floral was in all the tween/teen clothing. I think you need to come up with a tween skirt pattern for all our daughters who will want one! :) I'm always drawn to large roses, and your collagy prints are so gorgeous and interesting. Can't wait to get them! :)
Posted by: Monique | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 03:45 PM
It's absolutely stunning!!!!
Posted by: Dianne | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 03:45 PM
Ooh la la! Beautiful collection Bari. It's so pretty and girly. : ) I love la jardin!!
Posted by: Little Bluebell (Adrianne) | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 04:02 PM
Those look wonderful! I'm particularly drawn to the oranges and pinks!
Posted by: Stacey | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 04:14 PM
So gorgeous and feminine - love it, Bari!!!
Posted by: Carla | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 04:41 PM
So pretty! I am definitely getting some of both floral prints to make myself some blouses! This line is gorgeous Bari!
Posted by: Marci Girl | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 05:15 PM
It's absolutely beautiful!
Posted by: sherri | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 05:20 PM
Beautiful fabric! Congrats!
Posted by: Sharon Pernes | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 05:22 PM
These fabrics are so beautiful. I can understand why you cried when you received them. You must be so proud. Well done!
Posted by: Kathy Terry | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 06:17 PM
Bari--- what a wonderful collection! You have outdone yourself! I. Want.
Posted by: tina | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 06:20 PM
Bari, it is truly breathtaking. I am so happy for you. I think this is my favorite of yours so far. Congratulations!
Posted by: Lori Porten | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 06:29 PM
These are amazing! I can't wait to get my hands on them!!
Posted by: Spiced Coffee | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 06:56 PM
It is all utterly gorgeous!! I think Le Jardin is my favorite- in particular the yellow one!
Posted by: mo | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 07:26 PM
Beautiful! I just love your use of color! I can't wait to see them in person. Congratulations, Bari!
Posted by: Heather | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 07:39 PM
It sounds like this collection will bring you lots of joy. It looks amazing. Great colors and the prints are gorgeous! Congratulations on another great collection!
Posted by: Jamie | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 07:57 PM
What a beautiful collection. Wow!
Posted by: Phyllis | Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 09:57 PM
Wow, gorgeous!!!
Posted by: Heide | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 06:06 AM
I love it!!
Posted by: Cathy A | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 06:09 AM
Wow! Love, love, love. Very sweet vintage chic.
Posted by: [email protected] | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 06:24 AM
Wow those are really sweet and I am not really fond of a lot of florals BUT BUT in this case your line is giving me a vintage flowery vibe and I am in LOVE! Great story about it being in Japan too...you did a wonderful job and I wish you much success with this line!!
Posted by: Tabitha O. | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 06:58 AM
I just love these fabrics Where can i purchase them?? Great job keep up the wonderful work love to you and have a great week
Posted by: Cheyenne Renard | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 07:05 AM
Merci!!!!
Posted by: Sandy | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 07:09 AM
Wow, these fabrics are so vibrant and beautiful! Congratulations!
Posted by: Beth J Beal | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 08:32 AM
Hi Cheyenne. They'll be available in quilt shops worldwide in June.
Posted by: Bari Ackerman | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 10:02 AM
Gorgeous, Bari! It would make super cute little girl clothes, don't you think?
Posted by: Vicki | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 11:13 AM
Bari,
What an amazing new line! It's so gorgeous, and extra special that it came all the way from Japan during a difficult time. So happy for your gorgeous new line, and can't wait to sew up some summer skirts!
Posted by: Laurie | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 12:16 PM
Oh Bari, it's so beautiful! I love it more and more with every time I see it! Next time I see it I will no doubt want to marry it! I'm sure there will be a long line behind me. Paris Apartment screams not just a home run… but a grand slam! Bravo, bravo, bravo my friend!!
I share you tears, I felt the same way and I love how eloquently you expressed it! XOXO!
Posted by: happy zombie | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 12:52 PM
Stands in line (of which I may be the only one right now)to pick up her stash holding a giant box of dark chocolate covered graham squares to give to Bari in the event she's needing a fix and happens to be in my town on arrival day. Should she not be in town, I am super willing to send them via Pony Express to show my appreciation for the most beautiful fabric collection in all the world. I am planning on making my summer wardrobe from every last thread...
Posted by: Lesbonnesidees | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 01:17 PM
Oh wow Bari - congratulations! Paris Apartment is just beautiful, I can even imagine a few of my elfin girls hanging from your chandeliers. As HZ says Bravo, Bravo - tout simplement magnifique xoxo
Posted by: Natalie Lymer | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 02:27 PM
Oh this is just too beautiful. Wonderful. Look forward to buying Paris Apartment!
Posted by: Judith Blinkenberg | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 08:28 PM
Congratulations on your newest line! It's beautiful! I am looking forward to creating with some of these fabrics!
Posted by: Jan | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 09:20 PM
Ever so PRETTY....:0)
Posted by: Stina | Monday, April 11, 2011 at 09:34 PM
Gorgeous! I am loving the print with the chairs, Bari.
Posted by: Kelsey | Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 08:56 AM
These are so gorgeous!
Posted by: Tara | Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 11:27 AM
Ooh LOVE this fabric......ALL of it.
Posted by: VickiT | Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 07:50 PM
Bari,
As always, I'm blown away by your gorgeous fabrics as well as by the visual beauty of your blog! I loved celebrating with all of you, last week. And having you right next to me while I admired each page of your book made me grin from ear to ear.
You are awesome!!
Love, Heidi
Posted by: Heidi Shapiro | Thursday, April 14, 2011 at 09:06 PM
Barij....You take my breath away with all your talent. I so want 10 yards of every fabric. Wonder what hubby would say if I did that? I wish I was going to be at market to me you, someday maybe. I hope your market is a successful one and you come home sharing tons of stories with us!!! Have a blast!
Posted by: JeanneGwin | Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at 12:13 PM
Amazing!
Posted by: yummy | Monday, May 09, 2011 at 08:45 PM
That was surely just as beautiful and amazing as Paris! Paris has always been a perfect attraction and inspiration, and I would say that your blog and works are as perfect as Paris! Thanks for the great inspiration.
Posted by: Adelaide Hills Accommodation | Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 09:48 PM