I’m Brigitte Heitland, quilt and fabric designer behind Zen Chic.Myworkhasalwayslivedattheintersectionofmodern quilting and interior design—strong geometry, confident color,anddesignsthatgiveprojectsroomtobreathe. Spring 2026 marks a new chapter with FreeSpirit Fabrics.
Ampersand connects my years of experience with a fresh artisticfreedom-bringingmodernstructureandbolddesign thatmakersloveandshopscanconfidentlyfeature.
Whisp continues the kind of modern coordinates quilters relyoneveryday.Ifyou’refamiliarwithmypastcollections— like Spotted—you’ll recognize the same thoughtful color and subtle movement here. Whisp integrates seamlessly with a wide range of modern prints, blending effortlessly with existing colors while extending that trusted palette into the FreeSpirituniverse—justanaturalnextlayer.
And White Album 108" finishes quilts with intention—from fronttoback.
Zen Chic stays Zen Chic: recognizable, graphic, calm—and nowwithevenmorecreativerange.
Ampersand stands for connection. It bridges my long design history with Moda and the new adventure at FreeSpirit. It’s a sequel to my iconic COMMA collection— bringing back the beloved Asterisk print—while stepping into a more artistic, collage-inspired space with Magazine and the expressive White Album backing.
The graphic heart of the collection —bold statements balanced with versatile supporting prints.
Hero & Key Prints
Ampersand: Bold rhythm and confident repeat
Asterisk: Iconic, graphic, unmistakably Zen Chic
Magazine (News Print & Ripples): Artistic texture with collageinspired energy
Specs: Playful geometry that quietly connects the collection
Why These Prints Work
Clear hero prints create strong visual anchors
A thoughtful balance of bold statements and calm builder
High contrast and modern geometry make combinations feel effortless
Together, these prints create depth, movement, and contrast—inviting makers to explore the full range of the collection and create quilts with striking graphic impact.
AMPERSAND
THE CORE SYSTEM
GRAPHIC DEPTH AND PLAYFUL BALANCE —BUILT INTO ONE COHERENT SYSTEM
A STRONG FOUNDATION OF BLACK, WHITE, AND GREY— BOLD, ARCHITECTURAL, AND HIGHLY GRAPHIC, WITH DELIBERATE YELLOW ACCENTS FOR CONTRAST AND ENERGY.
GRAPHIC CORE
PLAYFUL EXTENSION
Ampersand is designed as a flexible color system with clear internal logic.
LIGHTER, MORE EXPRESSIVE PRINTS WITH A SOFTER, MULTICOLOR FEEL— DESIGNED TO ADD MOVEMENT, WARMTH, AND VERSATILITY WHILE REMAINING FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THE CORE RANGE.
Two complementary directions — graphic structure and playful expression — work together, allowing shops and makers to build with confidence.
BUILDSNATURALLY ONTHISFOUNDATION—REFININGANDSOFTENINGTHE AMPERSANDSYSTEM WITHOUT BREAKING ITS LOGIC. WHISP
BETWEEN THELINES
Simple piecing • Confident beginner
A graphic, approachable, modern statement quilt that highlights contrast and negative space.
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61" x 61" (1,55 m x 1,55 m)
Three quilt designs. Three ways to work with Ampersand.
Dissolve
61" x 61" (1,55 m x 1,55 m)
Foundation paper piecing Advanced
A showpiece quilt for experienced makers who love precision and drama.
Beaded
59" x 59" (1,50 m x 1,50 m)
Raw edge appliqué
Confident beginner
Easy to kit: 2 Ampersand charm packs + background yardage.
DISSOLVE BEADED
WHISP
The texture quilters return to again and again.
Whisp continues the story of modern textured coordinates. It reads like a solid but feels softer and more forgiving—timeless, not trenddriven, and never style-specific.That versatility is key: Whisp works just as beautifully with florals, novelty prints, farmhouse styles, and traditional collections as it does with modern Zen Chic designs. It blends in without disappearing.
These are the fabrics makers reach for again and again.
Great supporting fabrics don’t sell once. They earn a place in every project.
DESIGNED TO WORK WITH WHAT YOU ALREADY LOVE IFYOU’REFAMILIARWITHMYPASTCOLLECTIONS—LIKESPOTTED— YOUKNOWHOWMUCHIVALUEFABRICS THATQUIETLYSUPPORTEVERYTHINGAROUNDTHEM. WHISPBUILDSONTHATSAMEIDEA:SUBTLETEXTURE,THOUGHTFUL COLOR,ANDVERSATILITYTHATWORKSACROSSSTYLES.ITBLENDS NATURALLYWITHFABRICSYOUALREADYHAVEINYOURSTASHORON YOURSHELVES—EXTENDINGYOURPALETTEWITHOUTDISRUPTINGIT.
SUNNY AYSD
82" X 82"(2,08 M X 2,08 M)
SIMPLE PIECING
CONFIDENT BEGINNER YOUTUBE TUTORIALS
SUNNY DAYS 61" X 76" (1,55 M X 1,93 M)
SIMPLE PIECING BEGINNER FRIENDLY
Three 16" x 16" motifs
(0,41 m x 0,41 m)
Petal Pop 2 is designed for quick wins.
Three bold 16" ×16" motifs created with raw-edge appliqué—easy to learn, fast to finish, and endlessly adaptable.
This concept first appeared in my past collection, Balisong, where it quickly became a favorite for beginner classes, weekend projects, and ready-togo kits. Makers loved how approachable it felt— and how satisfying it was to complete.
Petal Pop 2 continues that idea with a fresh Whisp color story: approachable for beginners, appealing to a younger audience, and perfect for small projects that build confidence.
POPPETAL 2
A PROVEN CONCEPT FOR CLASSES AND KITS
IDEAL WEEKEND PROJECT
BEGINNER-FRIENDLY WITH NO PIECING REQUIRED PERFECT FOR CLASSES, KITS, AND SKILL-BUILDING STRONG APPEAL BEYOND TRADITIONAL QUILTING AUDIENCES
WHY MAKERS RETURN TO PETAL POP
BOLD MODERN SHAPES THAT CREATE INSTANT VISUAL IMPACT
FAST FINISHES THAT ENCOURAGE CREATIVITY
VERSATILE MOTIFS FOR QUILTS, PILLOWS, BAGS, AND HOME DÉCOR
modern motif made
White Album
108” Wide Backing
NOT JUST WIDE.
A MODERN STATEMENT QUILT BACK.
White Album was designed to be seen.
More than a functional backing, it turns the reverse side of a quilt into a deliberate design choice—expressive, graphic, and unmistakably Zen Chic.
Inspired by collage, negative space, and layered storytelling, White Album brings an editorial quality to quilt backs. Subtle imagery, soft contrast, and generous scale create movement without overpowering the quilt front.
At 108” wide, it offers practical ease—fewer seams, a smoother drape—but its real strength lies in the finish: quilts feel intentional from every angle, front and back.
WHY WHITE ALBUM 108” STANDS OUT
ELEVATES THE FINISHED QUILT INTO A COMPLETE DESIGN STATEMENT FEWER SEAMS CREATE A SMOOTHER, MORE POLISHED QUILT BACK THE GENEROUS SCALE ADDS MOVEMENT WITHOUT COMPETING WITH THE QUILT TOP
