I am not the only one that has baskets of Pearl Cottons – and multiples of many! Lisa Bongean has the perfect solution.
This pocket size book from Primitive Gatherings is a log book to help you keep track of your Valdani thread collection, as well as provide some helpful tips on tools and basic stitch instruction. Colored photos will make it easy to know what colors you have or need to purchase for 12wt, 8wt, 5wt and 3-strand. There are also some blank pages to record new colors and pages to record treads used or needed on specific projects.
These books are due to arrive next month and would be a perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your favorite stitcher.
Here are the latest creations from Lisa Bongean, a variety of Winter an Spring projects:
I Love Snow is a fun table mat with a snowman and trees that could easily be left out all winter long. Finished size is 12″ x 18″
Winter Is Coming is a fun wool applique table mat that has four adorable snowman faces and beautifully stitched snowflakes on it. The finished size is 13-3/4″ x 15-1/2″.
Snowman Winter is fun little wool applique project to decorate for the holidays. The finished size is 11-1/2″ x 11-1/2″
Winter Wonderland Trees is a set of three wool trees that are beautifully stitched. Three different sized trees can be made: 6-1/4″ x 8″, 4-3/4″ x 6″, and 3-7/8″ x 5″.
Coming Home For Christmas is a Wool Applique pattern for three beautiful holiday pillows. The pillows have finished sizes of 14″ x 14″ and 16″ x 16″.
And then there are flowers…
The Flower Table Mat is a beautiful, simple piece that welcomes Spring into your décor. The finished size is 13″ x 13″.
Coat of Many Colors is a wool applique project that will provide hours of joyful stitching. The vast array of colors represented will ensure that this project will never be boring. The finished size is 18″ x 27″.
Follow the Sun contains two beautiful projects. The color combinations on this table mat and pin cushion are just stunning. Finished size for table mat is 14-1/2″ x 22-1/2″, pin cushion is 2 1/2″ x 12-1/2″.
All of these patterns are meant to arrive early next month, so place your orders now.
Tree Lot is an over-sized throw that is made with a variety of fat eighths, but would be a great stash buster as well.
Primitive Gatherings fans love her wool patterns as well and this is my favorite, already ordered!
Handwork and embroidery are two favorites so this ornament is sure to impress!
But not all of her new patterns are Christmas. Other holidays are represented as well. I enlarged this one so you could see the variety of fabrics used in the quilt. Two sizes are included.
Lisa is releasing a wide variety of books and patterns. Visit our website to see the complete line. These are all due to arrive in November so place your orders now.
Lisa Bongean is famous for working and wool and her eye for detail. She adds that awe factor to everything she touches. Her latest book – shipping this week – is full of all of the tips and tricks Lisa has learned along the way.
Ditch the trial-and-error and learn from Lisa’s decades of experience step by step: wool appliqué, embroidery stitches, and much more. Filled with close-up photos of Lisa’s hands working her magic, this book will show you how to master each technique down to the tiniest detail.
Start with Lisa’s fabric tips; then move on to her favorite tools, templates, threads, and needles. How does she create her slim vines, pretty pennies, and flower appliqués? It’s all here, along with a dozen embroidery stitches in photos so clear, you can’t go wrong.
Lisa Bongean of Primitive Gatherings is releasing a line of “snow” patterns next month – just in time for your Christmas in July events!
The vintage cars remind me of Christmases past.
And who could resist these guys! They are just full of personality!
Most of the patterns take only a few evenings so there is plenty of time for your customers to make them for everyone on their Christmas list! Check out all of the Primitive Gatheringspatterns and set up a display. Don’t forget the pearl cottons and wools!
As soon as we developed the Itty Bitty Eights Creative Grids rulers with Lisa Bongean of Primitive Gatherings, we got requests for a bigger size! And when you talk – we listen!
This 5″ by 15″ version is perfect for ALL of your cutting needs – not just when working in miniature. And the 5″ width is perfect for cutting 5″ charm strips or squares – another request we have heard!
Big quilts and blocks require 1/8 inch cuts as well. This ruler highlights the 1/8″markings which are hard to use on traditional rulers. The black and white dashed 1/8″ markings show on both light and dark fabrics. Refer to the black diamonds when cutting 1/8″ units; the white diamonds when cutting 1/4″ units. It can’t get any easier than that!
The 3/16″ marking printed along the length of each side of the ruler are the perfect width for cutting wool bias strips for appliques. One is white and one is black. Choose the line that shows best on your chosen fabric.
Lisa has designed two Cut Loose Press patterns that showcase the features on the Itty Bitty Eights series. I love combining piecing with applique – the best of both worlds and she does not disappoint! Or choose this quilt – the perfect baby quilt whether in blues or pinks. Add flannel for that awe factor!
Don’t forget to include the 6 inch square and 3″ x 7″ version in your display. Let your customers choose their favorites!
