Every once in a while, two creative forces meet in a way that feels both surprising and inevitable. That spark of possibility has brought together Aurifil and Liberty— a partnership that celebrates artistry, heritage, and the shared joy of making.
At the heart of this collaboration is Emily Belle, one of Liberty’s most beloved florals. Delicate garden botanicals— daisies, marguerites, peonies, and cornflowers— drawn in graceful outlines and arranged over richly colored grounds come together in a timeless design, screen-printed on Liberty’s signature Lasenby Cotton. Created specifically with quilting in mind, Lasenby offers a stable yet soft base designed for precision piecing and creative play. As Liberty’s take on a quilting blender, Emily Belle is celebrated for its quiet beauty, versatile charm, and effortless ability to mix and match within any project— making it the natural choice to inspire this collection.
Wrapped in Emily Belle Marine Blue, the custom-designed box houses a masterfully curated 45 small spools of Aurifil’s 100% Cotton 50wt thread. Each shade has been hand-selected to coordinate perfectly with the Emily Belle florals, creating a harmonious palette for inspired making. Finished with a custom Aurifil X Liberty logo lockup, the set is a true collector’s item— designed to be cherished, displayed, and, most importantly, used. Whether you’re planning a quilt, stitching garments, or simply want to surround yourself with tools that spark joy, this collection is the ultimate maker’s companion.
For over forty years, Aurifil has been spinning its artistry just outside Milan, Italy, crafting cotton threads known around the world for their vibrant colors and flawless performance. Each spool carries a promise of consistency and care, the result of generations of expertise dedicated to supporting makers in every stitch. About an hour north, near the banks of Lake Como, Liberty’s Italian Mill brings Lasenby Cotton to life. There, specialists print and finish millions of meters of fabric each year— including Emily Belle— combining heritage techniques like rotary screen printing with modern innovations in digital design. From steaming and softening to meticulous quality checks, every stage reflects Liberty’s balance of tradition and invention. The proximity of these two production sites underscores the partnership’s shared foundation in Italian excellence.
Liberty’s story began back in 1875, when Arthur Lasenby Liberty opened his London emporium and filled it with treasures from across the globe. Since then, Liberty has become synonymous with creativity and design, its 60,000-strong archive of prints inspiring artists and makers for nearly 150 years.
Together, these two legacies form a partnership rooted in heritage and alive with possibility. More than a collection, Aurifil X Liberty is an invitation— to celebrate beauty, to make with intention, and to stitch new stories into a shared tradition.
Find the collection at quilt shops worldwide and select retail partners beginning November 2025 OR secure your set now by contacting your favorite local quilt shop or online retailer.
Beautiful fabrics and threads that contributed to making them!