And, so are most of your customers so why not put together a collection of great beach bag patterns together with fun, large prints? These large hobo type bags are a great way to showcase large prints and stripes that are sometimes difficult to feature in smaller projects.
I check out the top 20 almost every [...]
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These are patterns that have been released recently from some of your favorite designers. They are guaranteed sales for any shop because these ladies already have a following. What is not to love???
Lisa Bongean of Primitive Gatherings has been busy! Not only does she have a new book out, she has created several new patterns [...]
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There were literally hundreds of new patterns released at Market! In many cases, these designers submit their patterns as soon as they complete the covers so the buyers can provide you with the new products as soon as they are available. Therefore, to view ALL of the newest patterns, visit the Checker Website and [...]
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Posted in 2008 Fall Quilt Market, Amy Butler Design, Atkinson Designs, Books, Creative Grids Rulers, Patterns, Products, Rita Fishel, Rulers, Threads on Nov 3rd, 2008 1 Comment »
What happened to our time at Market??? It just flew by….We were so busy in the booth that I didn’t have time to leave – and that is a VERY good thing for our industry! It could be our biggest market ever!
Schoolhouses
Rita Fishel and I got to go teach schoolhouses on my book and Creative [...]
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Since so many of you carry the Amy Butler patterns, we thought you might be interested in this new contest. All of Amy’s purse patterns are available through Checker. Craftzine shared the requirements with us as follows:
Amy Butler Sew Inspiring Contest
We’re excited to bring you a new contest for 2008! Chronicle Books and CRAFT Magazine [...]
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Here are some free patterns for those last minute gifts. When you go to the designers websites, make sure you spend some time looking at all their designs. Their designs are available through www.checkerdist.com for the retailers. If you are a consumer, check with your local store about special ordering them for you.
A special THANK [...]
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Midwest Modern by Amy Butler
Every young girl who dreams of being a designer needs this book under her Christmas tree! And, for those of you who are raising these daughters, this book will awaken the creative and imaginative side of your personality that has lain dormant for way too long!!!
Midwest Modern
Item #STC581-6
Retail $35.00
Amy is a [...]
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Sew-It Kit
15 Simple and Stylish Projects for the Home By Amy Butler
CB5899-5 Retails $24.95
Celebrated designer Amy Butler brings her fresh, modern style to the timeless craft of sewing in this kit. Based on the book, In Stitches, this kit features fifteen projects ranging from floor cushions to smart aprons to stylish handbags; plus thread and [...]
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Posted in Amy Butler Design on May 14th, 2007 Comments Off
What can you say about Amy Butler? It is impossible to pick up a magazine these days without seeing her smiling face, her book, her patterns, and her stationary… And, there is a reason for that – Amy has made it “chic” to sew – and God love her for that!
Sunblooms Cards CB5699-7
Amy and [...]
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