Category Archives: Appliqué

New from Laura Heine

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Laura’s work is simply amazing! Her latest patterns are so detailed that you forget she is creating them from scraps of fabric!

Be Brave (Lion) Collage Pattern by Laura Heine is sure to provide a symbol of courage and bravery! This advanced collage pattern includes step by step color instructions and full sized pattern. Pattern also touches on using the Inktense pencils for shading. Finished size 24×24.

Flower Shop #3 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 11×14.

Tiki (Toucan) Collage Pattern by Laura Heine. Bring this playful bird into your home to brighten your surroundings to give you the feel of the beautiful tropical forest without having to maintain this vibrant bird. This pattern includes a full size pattern with color step by step instructions to complete this collage. Finished size 18.5×22.5

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

New Block of the Month from Bonnie Sullivan

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This new BOM from Bonnie Sullivan of All Through the Night will be shipping around the first of the year. Bonnie appliqued wool on her high quality flannel for a vintage, dramatic look. With 9 blocks in the series, you will definitely be able to finish it in a year! The blocks are 16″ square so the embroidery and appliques have room to shine.

It is gorgeous on a light background as well.

This the background that Bonnie used. It’s Espresso Windowpane Woolies Flannel from Maywood Studio. Yes it is a subtle plaid….

Valdani offers an assortment of her favorite Pearl Cottons so you will be ready to stitch.

Having handwork is such a joy! We know this is going to be popular 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.

New from Bloomin’ Minds

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These “Half to Have” patterns are priced just right for impulse buys and a great way to use up scraps. Add a hint of Fall anywhere or everywhere!

Happy Jack table runner. 13″ x 33″.


Pick a Pumpkin. Pattern includes information for making a 12″ x12″ wallhanging or 13″ x 30″ runner.


I Love Fall. 9″ x 17″ Wallhanging.

Little Monster. Wallhanging 15″ x 20″.


Bootiful. Wallhanging 15″ x 21″.

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

April Showers from Kimberbell

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In her words, because who could say it better: When the forecast calls for Spring Showers, it’s going to be a beautiful day! Kimberbell’s fresh and fabulous 40 x 40” quilt celebrates spring in all of its glory, with blossoms, butterflies, and so much more.

Wool felt bumblebees buzz happily around the dimensional beehive, while vinyl umbrellas are a pop of color in the blustery weather. Load the little red wagon for the garden, fill cork pots with felt flowers, and piece the log cabin blocks right in the hoop! Sweet sentiments include “Let’s weather it together,” “No rain, no flowers,” and “Sometimes a good puddle is all you need.” With darling rain boots, wool felt mushrooms, charming birdhouses, and more, the Kimberbell Spring Showers quilt is a breath of fresh air for every machine embroidery enthusiast. The sewing version will not be available on this design. CD included directions, embroidery files & SVG files. Formats include ART, DST, EXP, HUS, JEF, PES, VIP, VP3, AND XXX.

This companion pack includes all of the embellishments you need to make the cover quilt. We’ve gathered all the fresh details for your Spring Showers quilt! Celebrate springtime with cheerful buttons, smooth vinyl rain boots, rustic cork flower pots, and chunky wool felt mushrooms and bees.  Plus so much more!

Who can resist those felted wool bugs, bees, and mushrooms? If you want to incorporate them into other projects, they are available separately.

New Sue Spargo Folk-Art Quilts Patterns: Chirp and Forest for the Trees

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Sue Spargo, a renowned textile artist, and quilter has recently released two new patterns in her Folk-Art Quilts collection: Chirp and Forest for the Trees. These unique patterns are designed to be folded and stitched in a way that creates a three-dimensional effect, bringing the quilt to life.

Chirp #SS245 features a charming bird perched on a branch surrounded by colorful flowers and leaves. The pattern uses a combination of wool and cotton fabrics and includes detailed instructions for creating the bird’s intricate feathers and the flowers’ petals. The finished quilt measures 18″ x 20″ and would make a beautiful wall hanging or centerpiece for a small table.

Check out the details!

Forest for the Trees #SS252 is a larger quilt pattern that measures 24″ x 24″. It features a whimsical forest scene with trees, mushrooms, and adorable animals including a fox, hedgehog, and owl. The pattern incorporates a variety of stitches and textures, including embroidery, applique, and embellishments such as beads and buttons. The quilt is sure to bring joy and delight to anyone who sees it.

Don’t you love these crabs?

Both patterns are designed to challenge and inspire quilters of all skill levels. They offer an opportunity to explore new techniques and materials and to create something truly unique and special. Sue Spargo’s Folk-Art Quilts collection is known for its innovative designs and attention to detail, and these new patterns are no exception.

If you’re looking for a new quilting project that will push your creative boundaries, consider trying one of these new patterns from Sue Spargo’s Folk-Art Quilts collection. Whether you choose Chirp or Forest for the Trees, you’re sure to end up with a one-of-a-kind quilt that will be treasured for years to come.

Additionally, these new patterns are expected to arrive this month, just in time for summer handwork projects. Whether you’re an experienced quilter or just starting out, these patterns are a wonderful way to stay creative and keep your hands busy during the warm summer months. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to add Chirp and Forest for the Trees to your collection and create something truly unique and beautiful.

Washable Papers

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This is such a great product that I can’t believe I missed it – or all of the different ways I can incorporate it into my projects! Helen Stubbings of Hugs ‘n Kisses has thought of everything!

Applique Paper 20pk

Helen Stubbins says: Applique paper is a revolutionary product to use for perfect turned edge Applique. It is semi water soluble, semi transparent, has a light fusible on one side and can be used in many techniques. Use for: Glue stick applique, needle turn applique, English paper piecing, foundation paper piecing and as a temporary stabilizer.

How great is this for labeling your quilts? I cut out a heart and ironed it to the wrong side of a fabric. I used a glue stick to turn the outside edges. Then I used a pigma pen to do the labeling and stitched it to the back of the quilt! Done!

It is pliant right out of the package but maintains its shape when the glue is applied. Helen of Hugs and Kisses is also known for her English paper-piecing so she also offers several sizes of hexagons, etc. so you don’t have to cut them – or remove the templates later!

These pre-cut shapes are available in hexagons, circles, clamshells, diamonds, and every other shape you can imagine! Visit our website to see all of the available shapes and sizes

Hugs ‘n Kisses!!

New from Hatched and Patched

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I love Anni Downs and her quirky style. The combination of embroidery, applique, and simple piecing tick al of the boxes. Isn’t it nice to have some handwork when it gets dark at 5:30?

Where Wildflowers Grow is a fat quarter friendly quilt. You need an assortment of 19 fat quarters, a background fabric and binding. It is 54″ square – a perfect lap quilt or add some easy borders to make it larger. There are 10 applique blocks to create (with a little bit of stitchery), along with simple piecing to make it a truly relaxing quilt to make.

Where Wildflowers Grow

Everyone loves a small project to get that instant feeling of completion. This little pouch is great for a weekend getaway, with a little needle-turn applique, a little stitchery and a little paper-piecing. The front of the pouch has a fun little flowerpot filled with daisies and the word ‘Simplify’ You could always change the word to house someone’s name or something more apt. The back is hand-pieced using simple hexagons. It is completed using a zipper which has been put in totally by hand.

Daisy Do Pouch

Anna needed a new tote, which is often the reason why new projects come into being. This bag is the perfect size, at 12″x16″, big enough to fit papers and patterns, water bottle and everything else I need for my day, without it being too large and cumbersome to carry. This bag has a needle-turn applique image on the front which is finished with a ric rac border. The back of the bag boasts a pocket, and the gussets and base have an interesting pieced finish with ties to gather the gussets a little, and finish it off perfectly.

Signs Of Spring Bag

All three patterns are due to arrive this month, just in time for those cold, snowy nights.

New from Laura Heine

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Don’t put those Christmas fabrics away just yet. These latest patterns by Laura Heine are due to arrive early next month. A Merry Little Christmas represents the spirit of giving, compassion, a place where you can dream of peace and remembrance. It reminds me of warmth and love because there’s no place like home. This pattern includes color photos, full size drawing and step by step instructions.

A Merry Little Christmas Collage Pattern by Laura Heine

Whatevers are 8” collage blocks that you can turn into runners, potholders, tiny quilts or continue making the designs for a large collage quilt! These four designs are due next month as well and are a great way to learn her technique.

Whatevers! #50 Christmas Tree Collage Pattern by Laura Heine
Whatevers! #49 Stocking Collage Pattern by Laura Heine
Whatevers! #47 Cowgirl Collage Pattern by Laura Heine
Whatevers! #48 Cowboy Collage Pattern by Laura Heine

While you are decorating this year, make a list of what you would like to have for 2023 and plan accordingly. It is never too early to plan for the holidays!