2022 Quilt Calendars

Posted on October 29, 2021 by Penny Haren

All of these calendars are in stock or will be arriving soon so place your orders now

With its history rooted in American tradition, quilting has long been an activity meant to bring women together to converse and create. Celebrate the art of quilting as a time-honored craft and modern expression of individuality in this 12-month calendar, complete with monthly designs, patterns, and instructions by Weeks Ringle and Bill Kerr of Modern Quilt Studio. Printed with soy-based inks on FSC certified paper, this 12inx 12in wall calendar features a pocket with instruction sheets and large monthly grids that offer ample room for jotting notes. Also includes moon phases (CST), standard U.S., and international holidays.

The 20th edition of this annual favorite continues with both wall calendar and a 28-page pullout booklet featuring step-by-step instructions for every project.

The calendar features 12 projects–11 quilts (one with a bonus pillow) and one framed wool appliqué piece– representing a variety of styles and sizes, including throws, wall quilts, and framed artwork.

Projects are photographed in beautifully styled home and outdoor settings for a year of beauty and are from top-selling designers and authors including Kim Diehl, Stacy West of Buttermilk Basin, Mary Etherington and Connie Tesene of Country Threads, Lissa Alexander, Lisa Bongean, Sherri McConnell.

2022 That Patchwork Place Quilt Calendar

A moving collection of artwork that represents the essence of each month throughout the year, this high-quality 2022 wall calendar showcases award-winning artist Jim Shore’s masterpiece designs. Featuring 12 of Jim’s original paintings of beautiful seasonal scenes – from bluebirds celebrating the beginning of spring to a festive winter wonderland – every design reflects Jim’s iconic folk-art style and his passion for quilting. Filled with inspirational quotes that complement each piece of art, also included is a behind-the-scenes spotlight on Jim, his studio, and his artistic influences. The perfect collection of Jim Shore’s moving and heartwarming illustrations, this calendar is the perfect gift and keepsake to walk you through the next year ahead!

The By the Yard 2022 Wall Calendar for Quilters is 13 months of fiber-filled quilting comics based on the popular quilting cartoon, By the Yard®. Every month will keep you in stitches! Includes fun sewing-related holidays like National Sewing Machine Day, Local Quilt Shop Day, Zipper Day and more!

Cross stitching is not only an expression of creativity, but also a hobby that feeds the soul with peace and quiet. Celebrate the art of cross stitching as a time-honored craft in this 12-month calendar, complete with unique designs, patterns, and instructions. Printed with soy-based inks on FSC certified paper, this 12in x 12in wall calendar features a pocket with instruction sheets and large monthly grids that offer ample room for jotting notes. Also includes moon phases (CST), standard U.S., and international holidays.

Next week, I’ll share the new two year pocket calendars!

New from GE Designs

Posted on October 27, 2021 by Penny Haren

June was first done as a Quilt along in the month of June, 2021, it is now available in a printed format. It is categorized as a Stripology Mixer pattern as you can either use a combination of 10″ squares and 2-1/2″ strips or Fat Quarters. You can use the Stripology XL or Squared ruler but instructions for using regular rulers are included. The pattern comes with multiple layout options and 4 different size options: Crib, lap, full, and king.

Creative Grids Stripology XL

Or Creative Grids Stripology Squared

Creative Grids Stripology Squared Quilt Ruler

This striking, geometric pattern is much easier to make than it looks. Make it with assorted 10″ squares or a single background option, we recommend using the Stripology Squared or the Stripology XL ruler by GE Designs. Instructions for using regular rulers are included. The pattern comes with 5 different size options: crib, lap, twin, full, queen/king.

Perfect gift for the cocktail lover! 12 more laminated cocktail recipe cards from the book Stripology Mixology 2. Each of these spill proof cards feature a recipe on one side and a beautiful photo of a quilt on the back. The cards come with a cover on a ball chain containing a Hurricane glass charm, cut from acrylic. Perfect stocking stuffer.

All three items will be available early next month so order now!

New from Cut Loose Press

Posted on October 25, 2021 by Penny Haren

While it looks like these blocks are set on point, it is an illusion. Susan Nelson makes this oh sew simple! Then, it is all about color placement to create the secondary pattern. What a fun way to use her Creative Grids® Folded Corner Clipper XL. The pattern includes fabric requirements and cutting instructions for two sizes.

Creative Grids Folded Corner Clipper Tool XL

5 Stack by Leigh Headington is a charming beginner quilt. Sewing strips together and then sub-cutting makes this quilt fun and easy project. These units are then alternated with large rectangles, the perfect place to show off your favorite fabrics.

Create the center star points with the Creative Grids® Ultimate Flying Geese Tool or insert your favorite four-inch block. Then add two rounds of logs with the Log Cabin Trim Tool. The corner triangles are trimmed evenly thanks to the diagonal line that is printed on the Folded Corner Clipped XL. Each round is trimmed after the oversized triangles are added so they are perfect every time!

Don’t you love the secondary block design that is created when corner posts are added to the sashings? What a great way to learn new techniques with your favorite rulers.

Creative Grids® Ultimate Flying Geese Tool by Deb Heatherly

Creative Grids® 8″ Log Cabin Trim Tool by Jean Ann Wright

Creative Grids Log Cabin Trim Tool for 8in Finished Blocks Quilt Ruler

Or Creative Grids® 10″ Log Cabin Trim Tool Duo also b Jean Ann Wright

Creative Grids 10in Log Cabin Trim Tool Duo

Creative Grids® Folded Corner Clipper XL by Susan Nelson

And, since they are Cut Loose Press™ and printed on demand, they are all available and in stock now!

The latest from Villa Rosa

Posted on October 17, 2021 by Penny Haren

Villa Rosa continues to impress. These post card style patterns have won the hearts of quilters everywhere.

These patterns are due to arrive next month so place your orders now.

New from Elizabeth Hartman

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Penny Haren

Elizabeth Hartman has outdone herself! In her words…

Use fat quarters and charm squares to make sampler quilts featuring five friendly patchwork robots. Pattern includes instructions for making a 48” x 48” Small Quilt, and a 69” x 85” Large Quilt. Everything is made using conventional patchwork techniques.

Star Systems features nine clusters of color-coordinated stars, making it the perfect project for using a rainbow of colorful fat eighths, precut 10” squares, or scraps. Includes instructions for making an 80” x 80” quilt. Everything is made using conventional patchwork techniques.

These feline adventurers are made using conventional patchwork techniques. No templates or paper piecing! Pattern includes instructions for making a 52” x 52” Small Quilt, and a 76” x 76” Large Quilt.

These patterns are due to arrive 2/28/22 so place your orders now!

New from Edyta Sitar

Posted on October 13, 2021 by Penny Haren

Edyta Sitar is hosting a Sew-Along featuring her newest pattern, Frontier. This 32-1/2 inch wall hanging would be a striking table topper or wall hanging. I can just picture this as a “headboard” over her Alaska quilt. Now that is bringing some Martha Stewart into your life!

Or, create a matching pillow.

These patterns are due to arrive any day.

All of the shapes can be cut and trimmed with just one ruler. The New Creative Grids® Alaska Ruler, designed by Edyta Sitar herself, cuts a multitude of shapes in a variety of sizes. Cut 45° wedges, diamonds, squares, and half-square triangles all with the same ruler! The instructions include how to make a basic kaleidoscope block as well as an Alaska block in four sizes from 9 to 16 inches.

The ruler also cuts all of the shapes needed for these top-selling patterns that are already in stock.

Consider doing Frontier as a sew-along. With just nine blocks in the project, why not start a weekly sew in your shop. There is plenty of time to get it completed in time for the holidays. And once they learn how to cut and sew the blocks, they will be ready to move on to a bigger project!

Diamond Log Cabin Tree Skirt

Posted on October 11, 2021 by Penny Haren

Eleanor Burns’s new Diamond Log Cabin book features the Creative Grids® 60 Degree Diamond Ruler by Krista Moser to create a traditional diamond log cabin. Or, right before the holidays, create a tree skirt that is too pretty to cover with presents!

Don’t you love the angled opening?

But after looking at the possibilities, why not do both???

Ornamental Gnomes

Posted on October 7, 2021 by Penny Haren

These gnomes by Stacy West of Buttermilk Basin are so darn cute, your customers won’t be able to resist giving wool a try.

This is just a sampling of her ornaments. There are dozens to choose from – berries to Halloween. Why not kit some up for a make it/take it and invite your customers to come in and stitch for awhile. Hot chocolate and a visit with friends at your shop may be the highlight of the season!

Gray is the New Black

Posted on October 5, 2021 by Penny Haren

I am thrilled that there are now two new shades of Pigma pens from Sakura! For professional and aspiring artists familiar with PIGMA Micron, these new grays are designed for anything from precision shading to covering large areas. Available in Light Cool Gray and Cool Gray Ink in 01, 05, 10 and BR nibs.

These pens are ideal for anime, illustration, cartooning, pen-and-ink drawing, scrapbooking, and other detail work. Pigma ink is permanent, fade resistant, chemically stable, and will not bleed or run after the ink has dried. Invented by Sakura over 30 years ago, Pigma ink continues to be the most reliable permanent ink on the market today. Artists, archivists, crafters, journal enthusiasts, students, and scientists alike trust Pigma Micron® for all of their creative endeavors, archival-quality projects, and more.

These would be great stocking stuffers. They are due to arrive in November so order now!

New from Krista Moser

Posted on October 1, 2021 by Penny Haren

I was lucky enough to audit the first class that Krista taught for this pattern after it was hot off the presses. In her words, snowflakes with six sides are the obvious perfect choice for a pattern showcasing her Creative Grids® 60 Degree Diamond Mini Ruler. But the way she cuts the shapes for the snowflakes is pure genius!

Simple and classic, the Snowflake Lane quilt comes in two layouts: lap/twin or wall size. You’ll be pleased how simply these snowflakes go together and surrounded by the pieced buffalo check background, it makes a dynamic statement. Make it in the classic black and white lodge look, or change it up with icicle blues. The pattern includes cutting, piecing, and pressing instructions designed for the best possible outcome. You’ll gain confidence piecing angles without the daunting task of a difficult project. Finished sizes: Twin 63in x 78.5in & Wall Size 45in x 45in.

If you made her Buffalo Lodge Tree Skirt last year, this is the perfect companion!

Creative Grids 60 Degree Mini Diamond Ruler

This pattern is easy to kit since it only has three fabrics. The original was pieced with Kona white and black, and an Essex gray – all by Robert Kauffman.

This pattern is due to arrive next month so place your orders now.

Checker News Blog

Resource for Independent Quilt, Sewing, and Needlearts Retailers

Monthly Archives: October 2021