Pumpkin Patch Ghosts: Whimsical Halloween Fabric for Early Makers

It’s never too early to start stitching something sweet for spooky season. My Pumpkin Patch Ghosts collection is designed to help you get a jump on Halloween sewing. Whether you’re dreaming up twirly costumes, ruffle trimmed pajamas, or playful trick-or-treat bags.

This isn’t your typical black-and-orange Halloween fabric. It’s soft, whimsical, and a little bit cottagecore. Smiling ghosts, friendly pumpkins, and scattered florals float across cozy fall color palettes that feel just right for handmade clothing, nursery decor, or seasonal gifts.

Cute Ideas for Using This Collection

If you’re looking for ways to use these prints, here are a few ideas to get the creativity going:

• Girly Halloween pajamas with ruffled hems, puff sleeves, or ribbon ties

• Tote-style trick-or-treat bags for collecting candy in style

• Reusable fabric banners to decorate playrooms or porches

• Quilted pillows or mini wall hangings that double as cute Halloween decor

• Pumpkin-themed aprons for baking spooky treats with little helpers

• Matching sibling outfits for photos or parties

And of course, it all works beautifully for quilts, doll clothes, and fall accessories.

Already Available in Multiple Colorways

This collection is available in more than one color palette, so if pink isn't your thing, no worries. You’ll find softer neutrals and warm autumn tones in my Spoonflower collection. Each variation coordinates with the blenders and florals for easy mixing and matching.

I’d Love Your Input

If you have ideas for what you’d like to see added to this collection, I’d love to hear them. Something more boyish? A new colorway? Larger or smaller scale? Let me know. I enjoy customizing designs to fit what you’re sewing.

Nothing makes me happier than seeing these prints turned into adorable finished pieces. If you make something with this collection, tag me or send it my way. I’d love to see what you create.

Browse the full Pumpkin Patch Ghosts collection here:
Halloween Cottagecore Ghosts, Pumpkins, and Autumn Blenders on Spoonflower

Sweet Strawberries for Sewing

This growing collection combines bold hero prints with sweet ditsy coordinates, all designed to work beautifully together. The bright pink strawberries, winding green vines, and delicate blossoms create a playful but cohesive look, perfect for handmade clothing, accessories, or cheerful home projects.

Designed for Dresses (and Twirling)

Let’s be honest, I designed the hero print in this collection with dresses in mind. I could picture it from the start: a soft cotton dress that sways and spins, bringing those winding strawberry vines to life in motion. Whether you’re sewing for kids or the kid at heart, this print was made to move. And when paired with the matching blenders, like the tiny strawberry blossoms or soft gingham coordinates, the options for pattern mixing open up even more. Each piece is tightly connected through color and style, so you can mix and match with confidence.

A Growing Collection

What you see now is just the beginning. This collection is growing, and I’m always happy to expand it based on your needs. Want a softer pink, a darker green, or a smaller scale for a quilt? Just ask. Custom color and scale adjustments are always available.

Ideas for Using the Strawberry Collection

• Sew a coordinating dress and hair bow set

• Create kitchen linens like tea towels, aprons, or placemats

• Mix the ditsy coordinates into patchwork or quilting projects

• Use the blenders for contrast pockets, ruffle hems, or lining

These prints are easy to love and even easier to work with. Whether you’re sewing something small or going all in on a full outfit, the colors and motifs are designed to play nicely together without feeling too busy.

Ready to sew something sweet?
Browse the full Strawberry Collection in my Spoonflower Shop:
Strawberries by Jacqueline Hurd on Spoonflower

Looking for a different scale or colorway? Just reach out. I'm happy to help bring your project to life.

Soft Blue Leaf Pattern Wallpaper for a Calming Space

Looking for an easy way to bring a calming, natural feel to your space? This soft blue leaf wallpaper might be exactly what your bedroom needs.

The gentle blue backdrop paired with creamy, hand-drawn leaves creates a light and airy look, ideal for setting a peaceful tone. Whether you're refreshing a guest room or creating a restful retreat of your own, this design makes it simple to build a space that feels calm, curated, and connected to nature.

About the Pattern

This leaf pattern is understated and elegant, with flowing vine-like shapes that add movement without feeling busy. The soft contrast between the blue background and off-white leaves helps open up the room visually, making it a great option for smaller spaces or low-light areas.

This design is also available in additional colorways, so you can choose the version that best suits your style. If you're looking for a custom color or a different scale, just reach out. I'm happy to make adjustments.

Styling Tips

Furniture and Color Pairings
Stick with light wood tones, white finishes, or warm neutrals to keep things feeling fresh and balanced. A simple headboard or pale linen bedding lets the wallpaper stand out without overwhelming the space.

Texture and Warmth
Bring in soft, cozy elements like a chunky knit throw, woven rug, or natural fiber baskets. These layers add warmth and depth while still supporting a minimalist look.

Decor and Accessories
Accent the leafy pattern with real greenery, such as trailing plants on shelves or a small potted tree in the corner. Soft ceramic vases, nature-inspired artwork, and light wood frames will complement the wallpaper without competing with it.

Lighting
Choose lighting that enhances the softness of the space. Fabric lampshades, paper lanterns, or wall sconces with warm-toned bulbs help keep things cozy and inviting.

Wallpaper Placement
This print works beautifully on a single feature wall behind the bed, but it’s subtle enough to use across an entire room. It also makes a great backdrop for reading nooks or quiet corners that could use a little character.

Wallpaper Details

This peel-and-stick wallpaper is renter friendly and easy to apply, with no glue or mess. It’s made with durable, high quality materials and printed using eco friendly inks, making it a safe and beautiful choice for any room in your home.

Ready to create your calm space?
Shop this design now: Soft Blue Leaf Wallpaper on Spoonflower

Looking for a different color or scale? Just send a message. Customizations are always welcome.

Before the Pattern: From Pen to Print

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Creating a pattern is as much about the tools as it is the vision, so I thought it would be fun to show you what goes into my process and the tools I use before the digital magic begins. This desert-inspired design started as a collection of simple sketches and evolved into a complete, whimsical repeat pattern. Let’s break it down.

The Canvas: Canson Mixed Media Pad

For my drawings, my preferred medium is the Canson Mixed Media 9x12 pad. It’s a great size—large enough to work on multiple illustrations on one page without worrying about the final drawings being too small. The paper itself has just the right amount of texture (or “tooth”) to keep the pencil flowing but not so much that it interferes with fine details. It’s a reliable starting point for any design.

Sketching Tools: Tombow Mono Graph Pencil

The Tombow Mono Graph pencil is a favorite in my toolkit. Its unique shake-to-advance lead mechanism adds a layer of efficiency to my process. No clicking or twisting to interrupt the flow—just sketch and shake. Simple, satisfying, and endlessly practical.

Inking the Details: Derwent Line Marker

When it comes to inking, I believe the tools you choose define the mood of your final design. For this pattern, I skipped my usual India Ink and nibs (great for bold lines and a little unpredictability) and instead opted for the Derwent Line Marker (0.1). Its finer linework added a softer, more rustic quality that perfectly suited the Western Americana theme I was going for.

Precision Erasing: KUM Eraser

Mistakes happen—it’s part of the process. That’s where the KUM eraser shines. It was the eraser I never knew I needed until I received one as a gift a few years ago. Its pencil-like shape makes it easy to handle, offering precision for minor tweaks as I work.

Large Kneadable Eraser

For final cleanups, a large kneadable eraser is a must. It clears away any leftover marks without leaving residue, giving me a clean, polished page to scan. It’s also great for fidgeting!

From Sketchbook to Screen

Once the illustrations were complete, I scanned them into my computer and moved to Adobe Illustrator for the final steps. It’s here that my raw sketches were transformed into a cohesive repeat pattern. Illustrator allowed me to refine the shapes, adjust colors, and ensure every element fit seamlessly into the final design. I’ll share more about that process in another post!

Creating patterns is a mix of tactile and digital work, and I love seeing how each stage of the process builds on the last.