Jean Ann Wright is on a Roll

Posted on March 17, 2023 by Cindy Abdoo

Combine timeless, classic quilts with modern fabrics! Roll with the Classics is a beautiful collection of quilting patterns for those who love tradition with a contemporary touch.

Roll with the Classics 14 Popular Quilt Patterns Made Easy with Jelly Rolls

Featuring 14 jelly roll quilt patterns that are beginner-friendly and use a selection of today’s pre-cut strips, alleviate the stress and just get quilting! With helpful opening sections on the quilting and jelly roll basics, you’ll then discover a dozen classic quilt projects featuring beloved designs – from flying geese and half hexies to lone star, pyramids, and more. Most quilts are made using a variety of Creative Grids® rulers and quilting tools many that were designed by Jean Ann Wright herself!.

Creative Grids Hexagon Trim Tool Quilt Ruler

Short cuts for cutting and piecing are also provided, all of which make the process easier and more rewarding. With Roll with the Classics, you’ll quilt beloved, classic designs while taking the guesswork out of selecting and combining fabrics and opt for modern pre-cut jelly roll fabrics.

Creative Grids 12in Skinny Pineapple Trim Tool

Creative Grids 10in Wonky Log Cabin Trim Tool

Creative Grids 4in Log Cabin Trim Tool Quilt Ruler

Creative Grids Pineapple Trim Tool for 6, 8 or 10in Finished Blocks

Creative Grids 60 Degree Triangle 8-1/2in Quilt Ruler

Creative Grids Triangle Squared Ruler 9-1/2in Quilt Ruler

Creative Grids Half-Square 4-in-1 Triangle Quilt Ruler

Here are just a few of the featured projects.

There are also several mini projects to use any 2 1/2″ strips leftover! Why not use the book as a basis for a series of classes? Each month you could feature a different tool and mini project. Once they learn how versatile the tools are, they will want to make the larger projects so have plenty of rolls on hand!

New 3-Yard Quilts

Posted on March 7, 2023 by Cindy Abdoo

Make It Modern With 3-Yard Quilts is due to arrive later this month. Three 1-yard cuts makes a lap quilt, 6 make a twin, and 12 make a queen/king. How easy is that?

The book contains 8 different quilts:

These quick and easy patterns are always a hit so place your orders now!

Blackbird Designs

Posted on October 23, 2022 by Cindy Abdoo

In Full Bloom is one of my all time favorite books. Containing vintage looks for easy cottage style, this book has been updated to go along with fresh new fabrics. This book is also now printed in full color. A book of nine quilts and projects for your home from the designers of Blackbird Designs, Barb Adams & Alma Allen. The book Includes instructions for hand applique and other techniques as well as full templates to make featured projects.

The hardest part is going to be picking out which one you want to do first! The revised book is due to arrive this week, so place your orders now!

All-Star Quilts of Valor

Posted on September 2, 2022 by Penny Haren

The 27 quilt designers showcased in this newest book by Shiffer Publishing know the ways that quilts can honor and even heal. They created these new patterns specifically for Quilts of Valor to honor the organization’s commitment “to cover our veterans and service members with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor.”

Featuring clear, easy instructions and patterns, here is everything needed for quilters of any level, community groups, and family members to make a beautiful patriotic quilt for the special service members in their own lives, or to donate to honor a worthy Quilts of Valor recipient. The 25 quilt patterns are varied and inspiring, and you can mix and match patriotic colors and fabrics to make your own personal version of each, including “V Is for Victory” by Georgia Bonesteel, “Shine On” by Victoria Findlay Wolfe, “From Sea to Shining Sea” by Marianne Fons, “Stars and Stripes” by Mark Lipinski, “Thumbnail” by Paula Nadlestern, and so many more.

This book is due to arrive in October so place your orders now.

A New Book by Kim Diehl

Posted on August 26, 2022 by Penny Haren

The press release for her new book is stunning: best-selling author Kim Diehl has solo-authored 15 Martingale books, and coauthored four additional books, totaling more than 350,000 copies sold. That is just unbelievable!

The book features 10 quilt patterns showcasing her scrappy patchwork and appliqué quilt patterns. These bed-size to mini quilts include alternate settings, patchwork options, and additional color schemes.

Double-dipping is Kim’s term for taking a tried-and-true quilt block and adding a twist that makes it unique. Scrappy color schemes are guaranteed to make you want to dive into your stash or stock up on new prints at your favorite quilt shop or do both!

In the spirit of doubling the fun, each project features a Double-Take Tip with bonus ideas including alternate settings, simple patchwork tweaks, or different color schemes—giving YOU a bevy of ways to double the possibilities for your 10 quilts!

This book is due to arrive the beginning of October so place your orders now!

3 Yard Quilts for Kids

Posted on July 13, 2022 by Penny Haren

In their words:

Donna Robertson and Fran Morgan co-founders of Fabric Café, known for their signature 3-yard quilt method, announce the completely revised second edition of 3-Yard Quilts for KIDS pattern book! The easy-to-understand, quick-to-sew quilt patterns take the guesswork out of fabric selection helping quilters achieve beautiful quilts quickly. 3-Yard Quilts for KIDS has 8 fun designs updated to include instructions for all 3 sizes of lap, twin, and queen/king quilts.

Fans of 3-yard quilts love these benefits!
-Time saving fabric selection! Just 3, one-yard cuts of fabric are needed for each lap quilt
-Easy-to-follow pattern instructions make for fast quilt completion
-Enlargement instructions included for twin and queen/king size quilts

“In this busy world, making time for the things we love is important. Quilter’s love knowing they get faster quilting results with this easy quilting method. The demands for more 3-yard quilt patterns continues to grow!” said Donna Robertson, co-designer of 3-Yard Quilts for KIDS.

8 quilt designs written for 3 sizes- Lap, Twin and Queen/King. Easy to kit-3, 1-yard cuts make lap quilt kit. Twin uses 2 lap kits, Q/K uses 4 lap kits.

This book is due to arrive later this month so place your orders now!

Quilts through a Child’s Eyes

Posted on July 1, 2022 by Penny Haren

I already have two on order for my grandchildren! Read the premise of the story:

Ghosts are supposed to be sheets, light as air and able to whirl and twirl and float and soar. But the little ghost who is a quilt can’t whirl or twirl at all, and when he flies, he gets very hot. He doesn’t know why he’s a quilt. His parents are both sheets, and so are all of his friends. His great-grandmother was a lace curtain, but that doesn’t really help cheer him up. He feels sad and left out when his friends are zooming around and he can’t keep up. But one Halloween, everything changes. The little ghost who was a quilt has an experience that no other ghost could have, an experience that only happens because he’s a quilt . . . and he realizes that it’s OK to be different.

The Little Ghost Who Was A Quilt #TB6447-2 from Tundra Books is due to arrive the first of September, just in time for the season! Place your order now so you will have many hours of storytelling!

Minis with that Awe Factor

Posted on June 3, 2022 by Penny Haren

In Make It Mini, Beverley McCullough has designed 13 small quilts with a splash of embroidery that are sure to make you smile.

The projects within the book are just as sweet. I love the way she continued the hexie design into the background.

The center would be a great place to embroider a birth announcement.

What a cute addition to a child’s room.

This would be a sweet display for Valentine’s Day as well as Spring:

What a great Summer topper:

This book is due to arrive next month. It would make a great basis for a series of classes. Why not follow up with a series of machine quilting classes, teaching a different design on each mini? The possibilities are endless.

New From Birdhouse Patchwork Designs

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Penny Haren

I already have this book and patterns in my cart! I love the soft color palette, the quirky designs, and the awe factors that Natalie Bird incorporates into every project!

The center block of the cover quilt can also say LOVE which makes it the perfect cuddle quilt for that summer wedding couple on your list.

But the book also includes several other projects that will make you smile. Remember that awe factor I talked about? I can’t wait to applique this bird on a pair of bibs for my granddaughter!

We Three Birds features English Paper-Piecing, traditional piecing as well as applique. This is the perfect pick up and go summer project! And, with this much variety, you will never get bored.

How cute is this? What a great little gift for a quilting friend and you probably have everything you need in your stash!

The book is expected to arrive any day, the patterns next month so place your orders now!

Scrap Quilts at a Bargain Price

Posted on May 22, 2022 by Penny Haren

If you’re looking for creative ways to use your scraps to make spectacular quilts, look no further. Annie’s popular designers have created a collection of quilts that will inspire you to dive into your scrap bins and start sewing. From traditional to modern, there are designs for everyone.

This book features nine different quilts and retails for under $10,00. Now that’s a bargain! And just look at a few of my favorites:

This book is in stock now so place your orders!

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