A Little Cheer

Posted on September 18, 2020 by Penny Haren

Why not make the wrapping part of the gift? With tese new bags by Viv and Lu, you can do just that!

They are sure to make the recipient smile! These are due to arrive the middle of October so place your orders now!

Noah Meets CrabApple Hill

Posted on September 16, 2020 by Penny Haren

I love everything that Meg Hawkey designs – and this new series is truly special!

In her words:

The animals are lining up to board the Ark! This whimsical 12 month BOM of the ark and it’s sometimes silly animals, all comes together in an enchanting 66 1/2” x 78 1/2” quilt. We’ll start with the large Ark block, and then move on to months where there will be 1 to 3 blocks given in one pattern, ending with the quilt assembly pattern. Most of the embroidery floss colors needed for the entire quilt are used in the Ark block, with a few more being added later.
The embroidery on all of these blocks would be very easy for a confident beginner. The piecing in the quilt is the same… easy, but impressive looking! Instructions for cutting all of the embroidered blocks are given in the Ark pattern so you can have all of your stitching fabric ready to go!

I can’t wait to see this quilt as it emerges each month! The first patterns are due in any day!

Dear Jen by Jen Kingwell

Posted on September 13, 2020 by Penny Haren

Total honesty here – I haven’t seen the book – but I already have it on order and can’t wait to get it next month!

For those of us who have made a Dear Jane, this is the next step! The modern look and fabrics drew me in! I have now accumulated a lot of “happy” scraps in bright and interesting prints that would feel perfectly at home in this quilt. And, for shops, what a great block of the month!

The booklet is due to arrive in October so place your orders now!

With four different layouts included, everyone will be able to put their personality into the final project. How fun is that!

Simple, Kit Friendly Quilts

Posted on September 12, 2020 by Penny Haren

Kari Nichols has been a quilt store manager and pattern designer for 20 years. Her patterns have been featured in multiple publications, including McCall’s Quilting, Quilter, Quick Quilts and more. While you will find Kari’s patterns under the Mountainpeek Creations name, retirement from the retail store has given new life to her designs, and her new design company, Quilting Renditions. Just look how dramatic – but simple!

Showcase a panel with these patterns – they can be adapted for different sized panels.

And then there are fat quarter friendly quilts with yardage requirements for multiple sizes…

Check out Quilting Renditions on our website to see the entire collection!

Flannel Season

Posted on September 10, 2020 by Penny Haren

Flannel season is fast approaching and Bonnie Sullivan has outdone herself with these striking quilts! Each quilt is designed around pre-cuts so they are easy to kit – and easy to sell!

10″ squares

2 1/2″ strips and charms

Just 2 1/2″ strips

Just 5″ charm squares

5 or 10″ squaresq

This is one of those times that a display of an assortment of these patterns should be displayed with her Woolie fabrics to showcase the possibilities! A new assortment of Woolie flannels by Maywood is due to arrive in September, the patterns in October so order what you need to complete your display now!

Checks Mix Quilts

Posted on September 8, 2020 by Penny Haren

Doesn’t the name just make you smile???

Corey Yoder has created a multitude of projects which checks of all sizes. We all love them but how do you best showcase them as a design element? The cover quilt was enough to convince me that Corey has figured it out!

And the projects inside? Oh my….

This book is due to arrive in November so order now – and start a display of all of the checks in your shop. I bet you have more than you think!

Instant Gratification!

Posted on September 6, 2020 by Penny Haren

These designs by Stirrups & Stitches are laser cut out of black fabric that is already backed with Heat and Bond Ultra! All you have to do is iron it on your favorite background.

These are perfect little projects for those customers who are just dipping their toes into the sewing pool. They have been successful with masks – so what is next? Or, they would be great projects for students who are learning from home. Order now for October delivery.

New by Sew Cherished

Posted on September 4, 2020 by Penny Haren

I love these wool designs by Dawn Shuck. The height is an added bonus since you can still display pictures, etc. beneath them. And the magnets make it easy to change out the designs.

These are great projects for those newbies that came from knitting or cross-stitch. These newest additions to the line are expected at the beginning of October. And, don’t forget to order your stand! From Kraft Klub, Black Round Stand# KK8864-B.

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