Plant your own mid-century modern feeling forest – either as a table runner or a lovely lap quilt. Each paper piecing project uses simple paper piecing to create a fresh, modern feel. Projects are shown in fabrics from the Chalk Textures collection for Benartex. Quilt finishes at 46″ x 60″; table runner finishes at 12 1/2″ x 32″.
Chase Again offers a fun new approach to the traditional Flying Geese units. Large and small Flying Geese chase each other around two different blocks. A rich print background is the perfect backdrop for this fresh modern quilt. Use the Studio 180 Wing Clipper (easy and accurate!) or the popular no-waste flying geese method to make multiple flying geese units quickly!
Celebrate the season with a charming paper pieced small lap quilt and a wall hanging that can mark each night of the holiday with a button on candle flame. Projects are shown in Michael Miller’s Hanukkah Oh Hanukkah Collection. Lap quilt is 41″ x 54″, and wall hanging is 26″ x 32″.
Rich floral prints combine in a tantalizing combination of color and spice in this easy, large two block quilt. Fabric requirements and instructions are provided for two size options: 72″ x 72″, or 75″ x 98″.
These patterns are due to arrive early next month so place your orders now.
This 4-1/2″ Hexie cuts four different shapes, all from strips, and all easy to follow. Shapes include a 4-1/2″ hexagon, a 4-1/2″ half hexagon, a 2-1/2″ triangle, and a 2-1/2″ diamond.
Some features include: • Easy to read markings. • Ruler design automatically cuts off the dog ears so lining up the pieces for sewing is fun, easy, and incredibly accurate. • Comes with fully illustrated step by step instructions. • Scan the QR Code printed on insert to view a how-to video of these features and to see the projects that can be made with this tool. • The ruler slides easily over the fabric until pressure is applied. Then our exclusive grip holds the fabric in place while cutting, eliminating slipping and miss-cuts.
Check out these patterns that utilize the tool:
CUT LOOSE PRESS™: CANDY LANE TABLE RUNNER
What a great centerpiece for any party! All you need is six ten-inch squares and the four B’s: background, border, binding, and backing fabric, to complete this darling table runner. All three units can be cut with the same Creative Grids® 4-in-1 Hexie Template plus, there are absolutely no Y seams.
Why not change out the color way for each season?
HEXIE FUN
What a stunning accent! All you need is 14 assorted ten-inch squares to showcase the dramatic hexies in this quilt. All four units can be cut with the same Creative Grids® 4-in-1 Hexie Template, once again, there are absolutely no Y seams.
Why not add a splash of color to your home decor today?
SEW MARIANA PATTERNS: JOLLY TREE QUILT
Build a tree with hexagons, and decorate it with all your favorite holiday fabrics. Jolly Tree is as straight-forward as hexies can get, repeating the same construction sequence for everything but the simply-pieced base. It’s precut and scrap friendly, plus there are absolutely no Y seams. You’ll find paper templates included, or can treat yourself and get the acrylic templates.
The grand result, be it scrappy or sleek, will make this the perfect modern quilt pattern to display during the holiday season.
HEXIE BUNCH
Gather as many flowers into a bunch in your hands: it’s time for Hexie Bunch! Grab your favorite fat quarter bundle or pick from your stash like picking flowers for a bouquet, before stitching it all together in a piece that will last much longer than a wilting plant. Best of all, no y-seams, no paper piecing, and Hexie Bunch is fat quarter friendly. This is a kind of gardening we can all get onboard with! It will last beyond Spring and Summer! This quilt pattern is a great introduction to hexagons.
The tool and Cut Loose Press™ patterns are in stock now. The Sew Mariana patterns are due this week!
ROUND BOWL This finished basket is roomy enough for keys, phone, and other pocket treasures – but also works for organizing a tabletop, desk space, craft room, bedside table, shelf, child’s room, spare room, and more.
You can vary the dimensions of the project, but the standard round bowl measures about 7-8” across and 2.5-3” tall. Make it even more unique by using up fabric scraps from old projects! This is a sewing machine project. Your sewing machine will need a zigzag stitch and be able to handle sewing something like jeans. 50wt high quality thread is also highly recommended. This is an introductory basket project for sewists who are confident in steps like changing the machine needle, adjusting stitch length and width, and pivoting. This is a Do It Yourself Kit—no finished products are included.
OVAL BASKETS
With this kit, you can make two small organizing trays. Perfect for sunglasses, remotes, keys, odds and ends, and so much more! Fun hint: it also works as a great holder for another 5/16″ kit project “Set of 6 Coasters”. Dimensions can vary by project, but should measure around 5.5×7” and 1.5” deep.
MUG RUGS
Try something fun and new with this set. These mug rugs are unique, durable, washable, beautiful – and, best of all – made by you! The kit makes three ready to use 6-inch square mug rugs, the perfect size placement for your coffee or tea plus a little treat.
COASTERS
These coasters are unique, durable, washable, beautiful – and, best of all – made by you! Makes six 4-inch ready to use coasters. These also sit well in the 5/16″” Oval Tray shown above.
All of these kits are due to arrive next month in plenty of time to schedule a Fall class!
Doodle your own quilt blocks using the Quilt Doodle Pad! This 4″ x 6″ notepad is designed with quilt block doodles in mind, and with 50 sheets per pad, you can make a lot of doodles!
Design both simple and complex quilt blocks with this fun notepad. Each page has a quilt block grid for designing 12″ finished quilt blocks. With lines representing inch-wide segments, as well as half-inch segments, you can easily draw and color in your own quilt blocks.
The reference dots make it easy to design blocks without having to count individual squares. Find the center of your quilt block with the pink dot, use the light blue dots to easily make a 9-patch with 4″ segments, and use the teal dots to measure 3″ in from each side for sixteen patches and uneven nine patches. The included directions will guide you through writing your cutting instructions.
Use the back of each sheet for additional notes. Each notepad measures 4″ x 6″ and contains 50 sheets. Grid is designed for drawing 12″ finished quilt blocks. These pads are due to arrive the beginning of November and would make great stpcking stuffers!
These 1″ clips by Sewing by Sarah are engraved with letters A-Z and numbers 0-9, for a total of 36 clips.
These are amazing for organizing pieces as you cut and piece. The clips are also great for attaching binding, working with thick fabrics like vinyl or leather, and for sewing hems. They make binding so easy – no more nasty pricks! They are also ideal when teaching children to sew; sewing bulky gusset seams, especially when curved; and securing zippers. There are 36 black clips each engraved with a letter or number in the 1″ size. The black makes them easy to read and to find amongst your other clips!
Large Size These 2″ clips are engraved with letters A-Z and numbers 0-9, for a total of 36 clips – just bigger.
These are due to arrive early next month and would make great stocking stuffers.
Sometimes the fabric choices turn a quilt into a work of art and that is definitely the case here!
Cosmo finishes at 65″ x 69″ so it would make a great wall hanging or lap quilt – the perfect choice for a beginner. This simple design meets impactful geometry, easily crafted from versatile fat eighths.
This quilt is a generous 73″ square.The magical interplay of curved seams crafted from two layer cakes creates a captivating, cozy complexity: enchantingly intricate, yet invitingly warm. This pattern would be for a more experienced quilter.
At 71” square, this quilt is also the perfect over-sized throw or wall hanging. But, it would be easy to add or subtract rows to make it the size that fits perfectly into your home. Architectural simplicity shines in this pattern, reminiscent of a building’s unique windows. Each piece offers a distinct, yet harmonious, glimpse into modern quilting design.
A modern variation of the classic double wedding ring. Blocks with their scrappy fabric play make for a stylish quilt with a striking look. The black background adds drama as well.
Simple, fast and perfect for beginners: create a stunning modern quilt with ease. Make it your go-to pattern for quick, stylish results.
Traditional block piecing meets modern style: bold, symmetrical design, perfect for contemporary quilters. Elevate your space with elegance.
Experience effortless elegance with the breeze quilt pattern: modern, airy and dynamic, perfect for adding a fresh touch to any space.
All of these patterns are due to arrive next month, so place your orders now.
All you need is ten fat quarters and a favorite background fabric to create this stunning quilt. It is easier than you think! Piece large nine-patches together. The magic happens when you sub-cut them and sew them back together in a different configuration.
The instructions are written for an over-sized throw but you can add or delete blocks to make the quilt of your dreams. You may even learn a new technique along the way.
Purr-sonalityby Deb Heatherly
Just five 10-inch and five 5-inch squares are needed to make the blocks in this quilt. What a great way to learn how to use the Creative Grids Cat’s Cradle Tool. The blocks are created with squares and rectangles and then trimmed to size. The trimming creates the triangles, it’s magic!
Applique a cat in the corner or use holiday themed fabric and applique leaves, holly, snowflakes, pumpkins…the possibilities are endless. You won’t be able to just make one! The Cat’s Cradle Tool is required to make the pattern.
Flexible Floe Runner by Jill Blair
Flexible Floe Runner is made from one charm pack or (36) 5″ squares. The cover runner features neutrals for a modern look. But I would love to see it in holiday fabrics. Pumpkins or snowflakes anyone?
This is the perfect group or beginner project. Since the blocks are all trimmed to the same size AFTER the angled seams are sewn, all the blocks are the same size. A little fudge factor built into a project is always a good thing! The Creative Grids Straight Out Of Line Tool is required.
The Creative Grids 4-1/2 inch square and the Folded Corner Clipper are recommended.
This 39″ square is all pieced and would make a great wall hanging or table topper. Who can resist the pumpkin vine sashings?
Spooky Patch is a 33-1/2″ by 35-3/4″ pieced wall hanging or table topper. What a great backdrop to that bowl of treats!
Autumn Blooms is a perfect adaptation of coneflowers. The flower pots are made in two sizes to add dimension and depth to the quilt. At 49-3/4″ by 54″, this pieced quilt would be a great throw, or add borders or more blocks for a larger version.
These patterns are due to arrive the beginning of October so place your orders now.
Check out the newest addition to It’s Sew Emma’s foundation paper-piecing tablets. Make perfect Woven Star quilt blocks every time! Shaded and numbered templates make this simple paper piecing fuss-free. Each pad makes 42 Woven Star quilt blocks. The foundations are available in 2 sizes: 4″ finished blocks:
6″ finished blocks:
These foundations are available in several different patterns and can be mixed and matched to make your own sampler quilt. These are in stock so place your orders now.
Made of strong, durable polyester felt, this traveling iron bag is stylish while protecting the iron from dust, dirt, and scratches. It is practical for storage and travel to classes and retreats with its comfortable handles. It is available in 4 color ways:
Coral
Aqua
Pistachio
Raspberry
This case features a large opening with smooth heavy-duty zipper for easy access. The open tip accommodates Solemate soleplate protector. And the size is suitable for most travel irons up to 7” x 4”x 4” (17.8cm x 10.2cm x 10.2cm) in size. Note: BAG ONLY: iron and accessories not included. Iron must be cold before placing in the case.
These bags are due to arrive the beginning of November, just in time for gift giving!
