Category Archives: Patterns

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.

Your Next Block of the Months

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Lamb Farm Designs has created the perfect block of the month quilt but if you are an over achiever, you can dive right in! This book is reminiscent of all things summer on the farm. The book includes bonus instructions for 8 different projects based on the blocks in the cover quilt. Fat quarter friendly. Great for a confident beginner. Directions step by step with great graphics and all pressing directions included.

A shop guide is also available that includes cutting instructions for kits, recipes, and other tips to share in class. This shop guide is for the instructor. Everyone making the quilt or participating needs their own copy of the book.

Goulish Tidings is the same concept, different season!

This pattern includes all instructions to make the cover quilt plus bonus instructions to make 4 variations of stuffed pumpkins.

Both versions are due to arrive later this month so place your orders now!

Amanda Murphy in Black and White

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I know these patterns and fabric line aren’t being released until September, but since you are buying the fabric line now, I wanted you to see the support for the line! As a mother of four boys, I love the graphic feel of these projects!

The patterns shown feature Botanica by Amanda Murphy Collection from Contempo Studio.

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This quilt is made with just 2 blocks that are paper-pieced to perfection:

This is a modern take on a braid quilt:

Look what 3 values can do! And look at the colorful version from her Vibrancy collection on the back!

This beginner-friendly quilt has a few matching seams.

Everything is due to arrive in early Fall so place your orders now.

Create a Neighborhood Quilt or Wall Hanging with the HOA Pattern and Creative Grids Tools!

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HOA can be made as a large wall hanging or twin-size quilt. Each house contains a different mini block. The CGRDH1 Cat’s Cradle Tool, CGRDH5 Kitty Cornered Tool, and CGRDH4 Ultimate Flying Geese Tool are required. Optional tools: CGRFCC Folded Corner Clipper and CGRDH3 Turbo 4-patch. This pattern is the perfect choice for a monthly class featuring a different tool each month! The pattern is FQ and scrap-friendly!

Community is a larger version of the above quilt, featuring the same tools but specifically written to be a block or row of the month. It finished to 90″ x 96″.

All Stars makes a 36″ x 36″ table topper and is the 4th pattern in the “Let’s Get Creative” series. This pattern is easy to kit and will make a great class or demo. The Creative Grids Strippy Stars Tool CGRDH2 is required.


This pattern uses the following Creative Grids Tools- Cat’s Cradle Tool- CGRDH1, Strippy Stars Tool- CGRDH2, and the new Turbo 4 Patch- CGRDH3. This quilt is charm square and scrap friendly.

Wonky Log Topper features the CGRJAW13 Wonky Log Cabin Trim Tool and the CGRDH4 Ultimate Flying Geese Tool. This pattern is the third in the “Let’s Get Creative” series. It’s easy to kit and great for classes and demos. Make one for each season!

All of these patterns are due to arrive next month so place your orders now!

Get Your Quilting Juices Flowing with Elizabeth Hartman’s Berry Season Pattern

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As the weather warms up and the sun shines brighter, it’s time to start thinking about one of the sweetest seasons of the year: berry season! And what better way to celebrate this delicious time than with the newest pattern Berry Season #EH073 from Elizabeth Hartman?

The Berry Season quilt pattern is a charming and delightful design that features a collection of adorable strawberries. With three different size options, this pattern can be used to make an 18” x 18” pillow, a 54” x 64” lap quilt, or a 74” x 76” picnic quilt. This versatility means that no matter what your skill level or project needs are, there’s a perfect size for you.

What’s even better about this pattern is that it can be made using a variety of materials, including yardage, fat quarters, precut squares, and even scraps. This makes it a great project for using up those smaller pieces of fabric that you may have lying around.

The Berry Season quilt pattern uses conventional patchwork piecing, making it accessible for quilters of all levels. Even if you’re new to quilting, this pattern is a great way to build your skills and create a beautiful finished product.

The pattern includes clear and concise instructions, as well as full-color diagrams, making it easy to follow along and create a finished product that is both charming and functional. The strawberries are arranged in a fun and playful way, creating a design that is both modern and classic.

Overall, the Berry Season quilt pattern from Elizabeth Hartman is a fun and delightful way to celebrate the sweetest season of the year. With its versatility, accessibility, and playful design, it’s sure to be a favorite among quilters of all levels. So, grab your fabric and get ready to create something truly special!

Elizabeth recommends using solids and non-directional fabric. Her quilt was made with solids by Robert Kaufman. If you want to match the fabrics exactly, a chart of her choices is included in the pattern. An added bonus? Wouldn’t this be a great wedding gift with a picnic basket?

The patterns are due to arrive next month so place your orders now!

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.

New Quilt Patterns from Art East Quilting Co: A Review

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If you are a quilting enthusiast, you would be thrilled to know that Art East Quilting Co has just released four new quilt patterns that will be available soon at your local independent quilt shop. These patterns are packed with creativity and offer a fresh take on traditional quilting techniques. All booklets are printed in full color and saddle-stitched with a soft laminate cover.

One of the patterns that caught our eye is the Cat Scratch Quilt Pattern. This pattern features cats and fish and is available in two sizes, 55.5” x 62” and 40” x 40”. The pattern includes detailed instructions for confident piecers (skill level 3) and allows you to create any of the four different cat blocks individually for other projects or different quilt layouts.

Another exciting pattern is the Cool Treats – an Otter Quilt Pattern. This quilt features otters-eating ice cream and is available in two sizes, 70.5” x 70.5” and 40.5” x 40.5”. The pattern is laid out in a way that allows you to create any of the three different otter blocks and the ice cream cone block individually for other projects or different quilt layouts.

For more advanced quilters, the Puffin Star Quilt Pattern is an excellent choice. This pattern includes instructions for creating the 52.5” x 52.5” quilt, as well as the large puffin block (15” x 15” finished) and small puffin block (8” x 8” finished) individually for smaller projects or different quilt layouts. The pattern is laid out in a way that includes instructions and images for creating the blocks facing in both directions, and a background fabric cutting guide layout is also included to make the most of your fabric while cutting.

Lastly, the Trending Quilt Pattern is a must-try for confident piecers (skill level 3). This quilt features some of the most loved and popular creatures around, as seen on the cover, including a sloth, a fox, a narwhal, bees, an owl, a French bulldog, a unicorn, a cheetah, a llama, a heart. The pattern includes instructions for creating the 60” x 69.25” quilt, as well as the background fabric cutting guide layouts for each block.

In conclusion, the new quilt patterns from Art East Quilting Co are a must-have for any quilting enthusiast. With their fresh take on traditional quilting techniques and unique designs, these patterns are sure to inspire your creativity and make your quilting projects stand out. These patterns are due to arrive later this month so head to your local independent quilt shop and grab your favorite pattern!

Pucker Up Bag

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I love the name and the style of this all purpose bag designed by Natalie Rawlinson of Bodobo Bags.

The handles are inserted through grommets for a professional finish. They pleat the top to enclose whatever is inside when traveling. But, when open, the handles are out of the way and the bag opens all of the way to easily see what is inside.

The instructions include two different sizes and options for multiple inside pockets and even a zippered pocket if you so desire! And, yes, we have you covered because Checker carries the 1″ grommets in a champagne, nickel and black. Why not add this to your class schedule? The pattern is due to arrive next month so place your orders now.

Barn Sampler Quilts

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Barn Star Sampler includes 20 different star designs ranging in size from 4″ to 24″. Inspired by painted and wood quilt blocks that adorn barns, author Shelley Cavanna shares the sampler as well as 7 quilt designs that are destined to pass the test of time. But a picture is worth a thousand words so….

This book is due to arrive early next month and would make a great Mother’s Day gift so place your orders now.

New Minis from Kathy Schmitz

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Kathy’s latest book includes 64 miniature hand embroidery designs that stitch up fast and adds that personal touch to any project! The book includes directions for making a small hanging and three pincushion patterns. Each design fits nicely within a 2″ circle and most fit in a 1″ hexagon.

The book is due to arrive next month, just in time for summer stitching!