Monthly Archives: October 2023

New from Tula Pink

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This Tula Pink design features goldfish from her Besties Treading Water, it captures Tula’s iconic style and whimsical nature.

In case you missed it, Oliso has made improvements to their irons specifically with quilters and sewers in mind:

Oliso’s iconic SmartIron ® just got smarter! The new TG1600Pro Plus still features Oliso’s most-loved patented iTouch® technology. Simply touch the handle and the iron lowers, ready to work. Take your hand off and the patented scorch guards lift the iron off the board preventing scorches, burns, and tipping. It’s not only safer, but it also saves time as well as your wrists

FEATURES

  • Enhanced iTouch never-lift technology: lifts and lowers with the touch of your hand, preventing burns, saving your wrists, and saving time.
  • Diamond Ceramic Flow™ soleplate: superior heat, durability, and non-stick properties is easy to clean even in the stickiest situations.
  • 2-inch Detailer Tip: Perfect for seams, bias tape, + tight corners. Press under and over pleats, pockets, cuffs, and collars easily.
  • Extended auto shut-off: Extended 30 min standby while working for your convenience, 30-second safety auto shut-off if tipped over.
  • Triple play® steam: powerful vertical and horizontal steam removes the toughest wrinkles.
  • Fabric Selector: for accurate temperature control for synthetic, wool, cotton, and linen.
  • Built-in spray: Stubborn wrinkles? No problem. My built-in spray is a powerful wrinkle buster.
  • Anti-drip system: Prevents spitting and leaking while the iron is hot.
  • SPECIFICATIONS
  • Longest cord in class: 12’ cord with a 360° pivot.
  • Largest water tank in class: (12.7 oz/375ml) with easy side-fill door for extended steaming times.
  • 1800 watts power: for quick and even heating.
  • Weight: 3.7 lbs.
  • Dimensions: 11.7″ x 5″ x 7″. 
  • 3-year warranty: You’re part of the family with Oliso’s friendly customer service.

Note: Must only be sold in North America (United States and Mexico), as it will not work outside of these areas, even with an adapter.

Meet the new Oliso M3Pro Project Iron – tailor-made for sewing, quilting, and crafting, with the performance of a full-size iron in a sleek, compact design. Elevate your pressing and ironing performance with its innovative features:

FEATURES

  • ProLight: Patented LED light makes it easy to see and work on even intricate details.
  • Diamond Ceramic-Flow soleplate glides effortlessly over the fabric, providing quick, easy clean-up when using fusible interfacing.
  • 2-inch Detailer Tip: Perfect for seams, bias tape, + tight corners. Press under and over pleats, pockets, cuffs, and collars easily
  • Pro-Auto-Off: 30-minute on-heel and 10-minute horizontal stand-by for convenience and 30-second safety shut-off if tipped over.
  • Dual-zone steam burst: Independent front and rear steam zones; use them separately for precision pressing or both together for maximum pressing power and wrinkle removal.
  • Automatic universal voltage: Perfect for international travel, works with 120 or 220V without switching.
  • Fabric selector: For accurate temperature control for synthetic, wool, cotton, and linen.
  • Solemate™: High-temperature silicone iron rest allows you to place it face down while ironing and safely store it away, with an integrated loop for hanging.
  • Comfortable: Fits snugly into the palm of your hand for precision control and minimal strain on your wrist.
  • Easy-view fill tank: Top filling water tank with a visible water level.
  • SPECIFICATIONS
  • 1000 watt power.  220/240V + 110/120V Automatic universal voltage
  • Fabric selector: synthetic, wool, cotton+Linen
  • 8-foot, 2.44m cord
  • 1.7 fl oz., 50 ml water tank
  • 7.9” x 4.4” x 4.1”, 20cm x 11.2cm x 10.4cm (l x w x h) iron only
  • 6″ x 3.6″ x 0.3″, 15.3cm x 9.2cm x 0.8cm (l x w x h) soleplate only
  • 2.0lbs, 0.9kg
  • Solemate included
  • 2-year limited warranty

Designer Pack Ribbons

Brand new from Tula Pink, we want to introduce the newest Designer Pack – Fairy Flakes in Moonbeam! This pack includes 5 coordinated EverGlow webbing and ribbon prints – 2 yard ribbon cuts and 1 yard of webbing – to create a perfectly coordinated set! INCLUDES: 2 yards – 7/8″” wide Fairy Flakes in Moonbeam/Neon – reversible woven jacquard ribbon with neon and neutral colors 1 yard – 1″” EverGlow webbing in Moonbeam/Neon – bright yellow green nylon webbing 2 yards – 7/8″” wide Birds and Bees in Original – Sweet bees and swallows flying around flowers on a gold background 2 yards – 7/8″” wide Fairy Flakes in Cosmic/Pink – reversible woven jacquard ribbon with neon and neutral colors 2 yards – 7/8″” wide Birds and Bees in Cosmic – Sweet bees and swallows flying around flowers on a pale pink background The ribbons will embellish many sewing and crafting projects, from bag making to dog collars and add unique accents to any textile project. They are 100% polyester, washable on a gentle cycle.

The ribbons are due to arrive this month. The irons are expected in February, 2024 so place your orders now.

New Patterns and Fabric by Christa Quilts

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I have included the fronts and backs of each pattern so you can see the different colorways. You would hardly know it was the same pattern!

Pair up your favorite 2 1/2″ strips with a contrasting background and you’ve got an instant hit! Pattern includes instructions in 4 sizes: Lap, Throw, Double & Queen. It also includes with step by step full color diagrams, quilting suggestions and a coloring page.

Try your hand at improvisational piecing, but in a structured way! Use your favorite fat quarters or leftover scraps to make slightly oversized blocks. Then trim them down for a perfect fit! The pattern uses regular cutting and piecing methods, and no 2 blocks are alike! Includes instructions in 4 sizes: wall, lap, throw, and queen. Also includes step by step full color diagrams, quilting suggestions and a coloring page.


Learn to make perfect Party blocks with foundation paper piecing! Pair up your favorite saturated colors with a contrasting background. Pattern includes a full-size foundation template to photocopy, machine quilting suggestions, and instructions in 4 sizes. The fabric used to make this quilt is called Dazzle Dots by Christa Watson for Benartex, but it would look fabulous in any fabrics. See back cover for complete fabric requirements. This pattern assumes knowledge of basic foundation paper piecing techniques.

These quilts were made with Christa’s new fabric line, Dazzle Dots by Benartex. Love, love, love these! They are available on the bolt and your favorite pre-cuts.

The patterns are due to arrive next month, the fabric is due in January so place your orders!

New from Cut Loose Press

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This is one of those patterns that you will refer to again and again! The ultimate pillowcase pattern! Hotel pillowcases cover the entire pillow with a flap that encloses the end. This pattern gives you the option of creating a pillowcase with a band or without in standard and king sizes. Why not make matching pillowcases to coordinate with your bed quilts? Now that makes a statement!

Snails Trail Mardi Gras is a variation of the ever popular Snails Trail Al Fresco (CLPJAW68). In this version, the diamond shapes are created with the Creative Grids® Half Rectangle Tool so each diamond adds even more interest and movement to the finished quilt.

Combining traditional Snails Trail blocks with these pieced diamond shapes creates this colorful version of a traditional Storm at Sea quilt. The Creative Grids® Square on Square Trim Tool includes markings to create the perfect-sized center four-patch. After that, creating the Snail’s Trail block is just a matter of color placement!

The Creative Grids® Half Rectangle Tool by Deb Heatherly:

The ever popular Snails Trail Al Fresco by Jean Ann Wright uses one fabric for the diamonds and the Creative Grids® 2 Peaks in 1 Tool.

Both use the Creative Grids® Square on Square Tool to create the Snail’s Trail Blocks.

Everything you need is in stock so place your orders now!

Mug Rugs for All Seasons

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As functional as they are beautiful, the mug rugs from Shabby Fabrics can be used as coasters and decoration, with each design featuring specific stitches, gorgeous threads, and simple appliqué. Designed with the beginner in mind, these are fast and fun projects to look forward to each month! Finished project measures 6” in diameter.

Why not kit these and offer a relaxed get together each month? No sewing machines required! Or add that awe factor by machine embroidering a special event (shop hop, retreat, etc.) on the backing? These are due to arrive next month so place your orders now.


New No-Tool Snaps

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The tool-less fasteners from Bohin can be set in place without any tools. This box of 80 pieces, in multiple colors are quick and easy to install. They are made of a high quality plastic (50% recycled) certified Oeko Tex and Smart Plastic. This includes white, black, beige, navy blue, green, yellow, orange, fuchsia, royal blue and purple – a complete assortment!

They also come in individual color packs like this:

These come in packages of 8. Full disclosure, I have not tried these yet but have them on order. I can’t wait to try them! Some are in stock now. Check our website for availability.

New from Villa Rosa Designs

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Villa Rosa Designs (VRD) was created by Pat Fryer, Owner and Rose Queen, with the idea to provide quick and easy affordable quality fun-to-make quilt patterns for quilters featuring popular quilting fabric cuts.

Since its launch in 2010, VRD has become much more than a handful of quilt patterns. Rose Cards, Villa Rosa’s signature postcard-sized patterns, combine great design with simple packaging and an attractive price, making Rose Cards one of the best-selling pattern brands in the country.

Whether you are looking for baby quilts, table runners, throw quilts, or larger quilts, you will find a Rose Card pattern to suit your needs.  Our patterns appeal to both advanced quilters looking for fun straightforward projects that finish quickly and beginner quilters looking to expand their skills and everyone in between.

Over the years, Villa Rosa Designs has grown to include a collection of very talented designers, each with their own unique style.

. 2 1/2″ Strips

Using Fat Eighths:

Using Fat Quarters:

Just 3 Fabrics:

These are due to arrive the end of the month so place your orders now.

New from Laura Heine

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Ho Ho Ho Collage Pattern by Laura Heine. This Jolly Santa will brighten any home and make all children smile. Seeing the homes below him where he will be delivering all the gifts is nostalgic. This pattern includes full size color step by step instructions to complete this quilt. Finished size 32×36


Flower Shop Arrangement #1 Collage Pattern by Laura Heine. This pattern is collage mixed with Derwent Inktense pencils. Bring this collage to life with accentuating the flowers with blending and shading of the Inktense pencils. This pattern includes full size color step by step instructions. Finished size 8 1/2×11.


KangaRoo Collage Pattern by Laura Heine. Jump right in to this fun collage with the world’s largest Marsupial and her joey. This would be a perfect quilt to brighten any room with the bold fabric colors. Pattern includes full size insert and color step by step instructions. Finished size 23×31.

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

Seat Belt Bag Kits

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Introduce your customers to something new! Stitch up a seat belt webbing Roundabout Bag! This kit contains pattern, seat belt webbing, and strap hardware – just add fabric, interfacing and zippers. Seat belt webbing is extremely durable, easy to clean, and easy to sew on a home machine. The Roundabout Bag is a roomy, cross body bag that features a braid design on the front and back, adjustable strap, zipped top, and multiple interior pockets. The kit is for a tall bag measuring 11 x 10 x 2 inches. It is available in two colorways.

The Motor City Seat Belt Tote features a lovely “braid’ design on both front and back. Features include a zipped top closure and and interior zipped pocket and a divided “open window” pocket. This kit is for a tall bag measuring 16 x 12 x 3 3/4 inches. It is available in 2 different colorways.


The tote features 2 exterior slip pockets, flap accent with metal ring, zipped interior, zipped gusset closure and handles. This kit is for a medium size bag measuring 15 1/2 x 11 x 3 3/4 inches and is available in multiple colorways.

The Dopp Kit makes this classic dopp kit for the special guy (or gal!) in your life. It’s the perfect gift for husband, boyfriend, groomsmen, travelers – well, just about everybody! The Dapper Dopp Kit is a timeless design that has a roomy interior for all those daily grooming products and a fully zipped top to keep them secure. The pull tabs and a side handle make for easy opening and carrying. This kit makes a large size bag that measures 10 x 6 1/2 x 3 1/2” (25x17x9cm) in two different colorway options.


And, last but not least,a Carbage Carrier – you’ve got to love the name!

All of these kits are due to arrive this month, so place your orders now!

New Cut Loose Press® Patterns

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All you need is eight assorted 10-inch squares to create these two placemats and table runner. This stunning example of stained glass uses a technique that is pure genius. Clover fusible bias tape creates the stained glass affect so there are no tiny strips to sew into the blocks! This dramatic look is easy to achieve, even for a beginner.

Since the blocks are cut from ten-inch squares, rotary cutting is fast and easy so you can move onto the piecing in a matter of minutes.

If you would like to make an entire quilt, check out CLPCAM026.

Both projects require the Creative Grids® Scrap Crazy 8 Template Set.

The Clover Fusible Bias Tape comes in black and gold:

What a great gift for that special man in your life or to honor one that has passed. Daddy’s Ties, designed by Deb Heatherly, uses the Creative Grids® Kitty Cornered Tool (CGRDH5) to create the tie. Setting it on point brings the block to center stage. The tie and inner border are cut from one tie.

Deb has produced a YouTube video demonstrating how to prepare the tie to make this project. The link is shared on the pattern.

If you would like to make an entire quilt, check out CLPDHE038.

Both projects require the Creative Grids® Kitty Cornered Tool:


This quilt is all about color placement. By coordinating the fabrics in adjoining blocks, a star is born! The blocks alternate wide and narrow logs to add even more drama to the finished project. Since the Creative Grids® Log Cabin Trim Tool Duo can trim both widths of strips, the entire project can be done with just one tool!

Once again, this quilt is all about color placement! Changing the fabric location in just two different blocks creates the stunning secondary pattern. The flying geese pieced corners accentuate the pineapple design and gives the quilt a modern twist.

The center of the quilt is created with the Creative Grids® Pineapple Trim Tool:

The border is created with the Creative Grids® Ultimate Flying Geese Tool.

There are lots more Cut Loose Press® patterns to come, so check out the new patterns on the website often!

New from Cluck Cluck Sew

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I love Cluck Cluck Sew patterns because they are pre-cut friendly and give multiple size options. Plus, they are so bright and cheery, they are hard to resist so why even try?

Plaidy Cake uses pre-cut 10” squares, fat quarters, or scraps. Nesting seams help the blocks fit together easily, and the blocks are rotated to create the woven design. Easy enough for a beginner and includes 5 sizes.


Windows is made with 2 ½” pre-cut strips, 10” squares, or fat quarters. Once again, beginner friendly and includes 5 sizes.


With large 18 ½” blocks this Daisy quilt goes together fast and looks great in any fabric. The pattern uses fat quarters and includes 5 sizes. Traditional piecing methods are used. This pattern is best suited for an intermediate beginner.


Mini Brightly Holidays takes our most popular patterns Brightly, Heartsy, Pumpkin Patches, and Evergreen and makes them mini! All four mini quilts are included, each finishing at 30” x 36”. They are a perfect size for wall hangings or baby quilts, and are so fun to make. Each quilt can be made with 5” squares, fat eighths, or scraps.

All of these patterns are due to arrive this week so place your orders now.