Stripology Rules

Posted on April 30, 2018 by Penny Haren

Gudrun Erla of GE Designs knows how to make the Creative Grids Stripology and Stripology Squared rulers sing. She will have a booth at Spring Market so be sure to stop by and see her newest creations.

Emma and Helena are both 10″ square friendly quilts. They look complicated but are always easy when you use Gudrun’s techniques.

Need a gift in an afternoon? Try one of these quilt as you go projects. Lickety Split – start to binding – can be finished in an afternoon. Tree Time is a great way to showcase a novelty print, panel, or that fabric that you just can’t stand to cut!

As usual, these are all great classes as well. Why not give them a try? These patterns are due to arrive the middle of May so order them now!

A Flock of Flying Geese

Posted on April 29, 2018 by Penny Haren

The Creative Grids Ultimate Flying Geese ruler is one of our top selling tools. This little beauty, designed by Deb Heatherly, creates flying geese in eight different sizes. Deb has used it in a multitude of ways to create thirteen different patterns in her new book – The Ultimate Flying Geese book.

Can you find the flying geese units in these quilts???

The design possibilities are endless!

Diamonds ARE a Girl’s Best Friend

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Penny Haren

Krista Moser – the creator of the newest member of the Creative Grids family – is one talented lady! This sixty degree diamond tool has triple the punch – cut hexies, sixty degree triangles AND diamonds up to 16 1/2″. Now that is a lot of bang for your buck!

These two Cut Loose Press patterns are darling and showcase the different features of the tool. Hexie Hot Air Baloons is made out of hexies and trapezoids. Woven Jewelbox is so simple since it is created entirely from 2 1/2″ strips.

Look at the diversity and design possibilities Krista has created.

I already made the Jewelbox ..it is so much fun I can’t wait to start another one. How to choose???

The Newest Additions to Funky Friends

Posted on April 22, 2018 by Penny Haren

I know Valentine’s Day is behind us, but this pattern from Funky Friends Factory made me laugh out loud! I am ordering the pattern and starting them now so I will be ready for next year (if I can wait that long)!

Now all you have to do is figure out what to write on their bellies… this might be fun for children of ALL ages!

For a sweeter version, create a menagerie of these critters:

All of these are fun to make and a great way to use up scraps so why not order them today?

Backpacks for Dinosaur Lovers

Posted on April 20, 2018 by Penny Haren

These backpacks by Embroider Buddy are sure to be the hit at any school. The hidden zippers can hold all kinds of treasures – including homework – and the “belly” can be embroidered in a hoop in your choice of designs.

These newest additions to the Embroidery Buddy line are sweet gifts for your favorite pre-schooler. Some are in stock – others are due to arrive this month!

The newest jelly roll rug – rectangle

Posted on April 18, 2018 by Penny Haren

These jelly roll rugs by R.J. Designs have been so popular that they have added a rectangular version for beginners. This version is created with straight strips and does not require any turning so even novices will be successful!

After all, who can’t sew a straight line??? Once you have mastered the technique of folding the fabric around 2 1/2″ strips of batting, you can move onto their top-selling pattern: See how different it looks in different colorways.

Choose to pre-cut your strips or start with a jelly roll; use batting scraps or buy pre-cut batting strips – the optional companions are listed with each pattern so get started today!

Explore your Inner Child – Part Three

Posted on April 15, 2018 by Penny Haren

These newest additions to the Whole Circle Studio line are due to arrive this month – and are a more adult version of some all-time favorites.

Combine them with her earlier patterns to make a statement!

Whether you choose one or all – and decorate the entire room around them, they are sure to brighten your day….every day!

Explore your Inner Child – Part Two

Posted on April 13, 2018 by Penny Haren

A trip to the zoo has never been more fun with these whimsical animals from The Whole Country Caboodle. The pattern includes the pre-cut, pre-fused fabrics.

Children of ALL ages will smile! Make one block and add borders for a quilt. Center another design on the side of a diaper bag. Frame one above the changing table. Make a pillow for the rocker out of another. The nursery is done! These are not due to arrive until September but you have nine months to plan for a baby so I wanted you to know these will be available before the due date!

Check out Whole Country Caboodle to see other possibilities.

Explore your Inner Child – Part One

Posted on April 11, 2018 by Cindy Abdoo

It doesn’t matter if you are 6 months or sixty – these critters designed by Vanilla House Designs are sure to make you smile!

Can’t you picture them on the wall of a nursery or child’s bedroom? The focal point of a sunroom? The backdrop of a playroom? Stretch them over a canvas and they become a work of art – no binding required. These gems are due to arrive this month so order them now.

Birthstone Quilts

Posted on April 10, 2018 by Penny Haren

These gorgeous blocks designed by MJ Kinman showcase the jewels that are the birthstones for each month. Each 17″ block is created with a freezer paper technique which insures success. It is just as easy as paper-piecing without the annoying step of removing the foundation! Check these out:

So different – and oh so beautiful! Wouldn’t these be gorgeous wall art featuring all of the birthstones for the loved ones in your life? The patterns are due to arrive next month.

All of them were made with my favorite line of solids: Painter’s Palette Solid Collection

These solids have a great feel – oh so soft – and available in a wide variety of colors. All of those colors is what makes these jewels come to life!

Want to get all of the patterns? Order a Shop Kit:

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