Sew a Saint Doll Female Saints

Learn to sew with these beginner-friendly dolls! Create a saint plush toy showing your favorite female saint. Each design comes printed on a 100% cotton fat quarter and is ready to sew. These dolls would make adorable Christmas gifts for Religious family and friends.

– Saint Theresa of Calcutta (Mother Theresa) comes holding her wooden rosary, adorned in her memorable sandals and white/blue drape

– Saint Theresa, known as “little flower’’, is surrounded by delicate flowers in complimentary colors

– Our Lady of the Rosary, celebrated every October, holds her own sacred rosary in her hands

– Saint Katharine Drexel holds a rosary of turquoise, reminiscent of the Native Americans she supported throughout her ministry

– Our Lady of Guadalupe shines surrounded by the stars of heaven

– St. Lucy stands in her traditional colors of a white dress and red sash, palm of victory in hand and crown of candles atop her head

– St. Elizabeth Ann Seton is surrounded by books, representing the first all-girls Catholic school she established, as well as holds a rosary and bible, representing the order she started

– St. Kateri Tekakwitha stands holding her wooden cross in traditional Native American dress

– St. Agnes holds her lamb in a soft blue blanket. In her right hand is a palm frond, traditionally seen with martyrs. Her hair, once said to have miraculously grown long when she was stripped to hide her nakedness, appears long and lush on the doll.

– St. Mary, Star of the Sea stands cradling a ship, surrounded by the crashing waves

– St. Joan of Arc stands with shield and sword in hand, ready to fight!

IMPORTANT: the fabric print is clear and crisp; a slight blurring has been added to these photos for copyright purposes.

NOTE:
– fat quarter: 21″ x 18″

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Some fabric collections feel pretty, some feel useful, and then there are those rare ones that instantly spark a dozen ideas the moment you see them. The In the Garden Layer Cake from Fat Quarter Shop falls firmly into that last category. From the moment I opened the pack, it felt like stepping into a watercolor garden—soft, romantic, full of movement, and brimming with detail that invites you to slow down and really look.

This collection brings together an elegant mix of florals, garden motifs, and soothing color palettes that feel like they were created for spring quilting. Instead of loud novelty prints, the designer chose a gentle balance of botanical sketches, scattered blossoms, tiny seed patterns, and larger feature florals that work beautifully in both traditional and modern layouts.

What struck me most is how thoughtfully the color stories are arranged. Each print blends seamlessly into the next, giving you a spectrum that includes soft rose pinks, leafy greens, lavender tones, fresh sky blues, rich corals, and delicate neutrals. It’s the kind of palette that instantly feels “quilty” in the best way—inviting, calm, and incredibly easy to mix and match. You can tell the designer planned this for maximum versatility.

Layer cakes are one of the most beginner-friendly precuts, but this collection elevates them with a sense of sophistication. The prints are strong enough to shine in simple patterns, but subtle enough to support more complex designs. Whether you prefer classic half-square triangles, framed squares, modern grid quilts, or something scrappier, this fabric adapts beautifully. It’s also a wonderful choice for table runners, spring wall hangings, and even quilted bags or home décor projects.

One of the nicest surprises with this layer cake is how it manages to feel seasonal without becoming locked into one particular holiday or theme. While the palette is undeniably perfect for spring, the prints themselves are timeless enough to work year-round. A floral quilt made from this collection would look just as lovely on a summer sunroom sofa as it would draped over a guest bed in winter.

The fabric quality is exactly what you’d expect from Fat Quarter Shop—crisp, clean cuts, vibrant printing, and a smooth hand that makes piecing feel effortless. Nothing is too thin or too stiff, and the colors are even more beautiful in person than they appear online.

If you enjoy sewing projects that feel light, fresh, and inspired by nature, In the Garden is a collection worth adding to your stash. It has all the qualities quilters look for: balance, versatility, gentle movement, and that spark of creativity that makes you want to start a project immediately. Whether you’re planning a gift quilt, treating yourself to a new spring project, or simply building your fabric library with a set of prints that will play nicely with others, this layer cake is a thoughtful and inspiring choice.

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