Eight coordinated fabrics
A balanced combination of feature prints, smaller patterns and useful supporting designs.
Coordinated cotton fabric collection for patchwork and creative sewing
Gütermann Portofino Fat Quarter Collection
Begin your next patchwork or craft project with eight coordinated 100% cotton fabrics from the Gütermann x Birch Portofino collection. Each colour story combines statement prints, smaller coordinates and useful supporting designs, giving you a balanced fabric selection without having to match every piece individually.
8 Pieces
coordinated fabrics per bundle
55 × 45cm
approximate size of each piece
100%
cotton fabric
3 Stories
Blue, Pink or Taupe
Eight prints selected to work beautifully together
Building a coordinated fabric palette can be one of the most time-consuming parts of a new project. The Portofino bundle does that work for you.
Each pack contains eight complementary pieces drawn from the same design collection and organised into a defined colour story.
Larger feature prints provide visual impact, while smaller motifs and quieter coordinates help balance the finished design.
Use the complete bundle together or mix individual pieces with plain cotton, denim, linen-look fabric or other complementary prints.
Less colour matching and more time sewing
Generous precut pieces
Each fabric measures approximately 55 × 45cm, providing useful cutting flexibility.
100% cotton
A versatile woven fabric suitable for patchwork, quilting, crafts and light accessories.
Three colour stories
Choose Blue, Pink or Taupe to match the mood and intended use of the project.
Ready for patchwork
Cut squares, strips, triangles, appliqué pieces or smaller foundation-piecing shapes.
Beginner friendly
Coordinated fabrics simplify colour selection for new patchworkers and sewists.
Giftable presentation
A practical gift for quilters, crafters and makers building a fabric collection.
Minimal fabric waste
Precut pieces are ideal when a project needs variety without purchasing full metres.
More fabric than a small sample square
Eight pieces measuring approximately 55 × 45cm each
A fat quarter is cut to provide a broad, near-square piece rather than a long, narrow strip.
This shape is particularly useful for patchwork because it offers greater flexibility when cutting squares, rectangles, triangles and larger motifs.
Across all eight pieces, the bundle provides approximately 1.98 square metres of fabric before trimming and seam allowances.
- Patchwork squares
- Quilt blocks
- Appliqué motifs
- Fabric strips
- Bag panels
- Small accessories
8 × FQ
Approximately 55 × 45cm per fabric
Generous precut pieces with enough width and height for a wide range of creative cutting plans.
Choose Blue, Pink or Taupe
Select the required colour variant before adding the bundle to your cart. Each bundle contains one colour story rather than all three colourways.
100%
Woven cotton fabric
A practical fibre choice for patchwork, quilting, appliqué and everyday creative sewing.
Versatile cotton for creative sewing
Easy to cut, press, piece and stitch
Cotton fabric is widely used for patchwork because it can be measured accurately, pressed into shape and sewn using an ordinary domestic machine.
The woven surface works well for straight seams, topstitching, appliqué and decorative machine stitching.
Use a suitable universal, quilting or Microtex needle according to the project, fabric layers and thread being used.
What can you make with one bundle?
The exact project capacity depends on the pattern, cutting plan, seam allowances and whether additional background fabric is used.
One bundle provides an excellent starting palette for smaller patchwork projects or feature fabrics within a larger quilt.
Patchwork cushions
Table runners
Placemat sets
Tote bags
Zipper pouches
Fabric baskets
Quilt blocks
Appliqué designs
Bunting
Book covers
Small accessories
Scrap-style projects
Add a solid background to make the prints stand out
Pair Portofino with a plain white, cream, pale grey, navy, blush or taupe cotton to create breathing room between the printed fabrics.
A contrasting background can make individual blocks appear more defined, while a tonal background creates a softer blended result.
Binding, borders and backing fabric are normally purchased separately according to the dimensions of the chosen pattern.
- Add plain background cotton
- Use one print as a feature
- Reserve darker prints for contrast
- Repeat small coordinates across blocks
- Add separate border fabric
- Choose matching Gütermann thread
Prewashing and shrinkage
Natural cotton fabric may shrink slightly during its first wash.
If the finished project will be washed regularly, consider prewashing all fabrics that will be used together before cutting.
Alternatively, use the bundle unwashed for a crisp sewing surface and wash the completed quilt or project according to the chosen pattern and fabric-care requirements.
Prepare the fabric before starting your project
- Press each piece before measuring
- Square the edges where necessary
- Check the direction of larger prints
- Plan feature-motif placement first
- Use a rotary cutter for repeat shapes
- Cut from largest pieces to smallest
- Keep useful offcuts for appliqué
- Label cut pieces by block or row
Simple tools for accurate patchwork results
Most projects can be sewn on a standard domestic sewing machine using a straight stitch and quality all-purpose or cotton sewing thread.
A quarter-inch patchwork foot can make common quilt seam allowances easier to maintain.
- Domestic sewing machine
- Universal or quilting needle
- Quality sewing thread
- Quarter-inch patchwork foot
- Rotary cutter
- Self-healing cutting mat
- Patchwork ruler
- Fine glass-head pins or clips
Gütermann Portofino Fat Quarter Bundle details
| Collection | Gütermann x Birch Portofino |
|---|---|
| Birch product number | 640959 |
| Product type | Coordinated fat quarter fabric bundle |
| Number of pieces | Eight |
| Approximate size per piece | 55 × 45cm |
| Fibre content | 100% cotton |
| Fabric construction | Woven cotton |
| Colour options | Blue, Pink and Taupe |
| Primary uses | Patchwork, quilting, appliqué, bags, accessories and creative sewing |
| Total approximate fabric area | 1.98 square metres across all eight pieces before trimming |
| Pattern included | No, unless specifically stated |
| Thread included | No |
| Batting or interfacing included | No |
| Backing or lining included | No |
Important fabric information
The listed 55 × 45cm measurement is approximate. Small variations can occur during fabric cutting and packaging.
Print placement will vary between pieces because each fat quarter is cut from a larger fabric repeat.
Colour appearance can vary between screens, lighting conditions and production batches.
Purchase enough fabric for the complete project at the same time when exact coordination is important.
Gütermann Portofino Fat Quarter Bundle FAQ
How many fabric pieces are included?
Each bundle contains eight coordinated fabric pieces.
What size is each piece?
Each piece measures approximately 55 × 45cm.
What is the fabric made from?
The fabrics are made from 100% cotton.
Does one pack contain all three colourways?
No. Select Blue, Pink or Taupe. Each bundle contains eight fabrics from the selected colour story.
Are all eight fabrics different?
The bundle is designed as a coordinated assortment of eight prints and supporting designs from the selected Portofino colour story.
Is this suitable for quilting?
Yes. The woven cotton and coordinated prints are ideal for patchwork blocks, appliqué and smaller quilted projects.
Can beginners use a fat quarter bundle?
Yes. The coordinated fabrics remove much of the uncertainty involved in choosing colours and prints individually.
Can I make a full quilt from one bundle?
One bundle is usually better suited to smaller projects or as the feature-print component of a larger quilt. The exact requirement depends on the pattern and finished size.
Can I make a bag from one bundle?
Yes. It is suitable for patchwork totes, zipper pouches, project bags and fabric baskets. Lining and interfacing may be required separately.
Does the bundle include backing fabric?
No. Backing, lining, binding, batting and interfacing are sold separately unless expressly stated.
Is sewing thread included?
No. Matching Gütermann sewing thread is available separately.
Should I prewash the fabric?
Prewashing is optional. Consider it when the finished project will be washed regularly or when mixing these pieces with prewashed fabrics.
Will the fabric shrink?
Cotton can shrink slightly during its first wash. Follow an appropriate cotton-fabric care routine.
Why does my print placement look different?
Each piece is cut from a larger fabric repeat, so motif position and orientation will vary naturally.
Can the fabrics be used for dressmaking?
They can be used for small garment details, pockets, facings and children’s items, although the precut dimensions may limit larger pattern pieces.
Can I use the fabric for appliqué?
Yes. The range of feature and coordinating prints is particularly useful for layered appliqué designs.
What needle should I use?
A universal, quilting or Microtex needle is generally suitable. Select the size according to the thread and number of fabric layers.
What thread should I use?
Quality polyester all-purpose thread or cotton sewing thread can be used according to the project and preferred finish.
Is this genuine Gütermann fabric?
It is part of the Gütermann x Birch Portofino fabric collection distributed by Birch Creative.
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Our team can help you select a suitable machine needle, quarter-inch foot, cutting tools and thread to match your patchwork or craft project.
The Portofino bundle is an easy way to begin with a coordinated fabric palette while retaining the flexibility to add your own background, borders and finishing fabrics.
For quilters and makers wanting eight complementary cotton prints in one ready-to-sew collection, Gütermann Portofino offers excellent colour variety and practical project versatility.