Add a Decorative Touch

Ship in style! Packing tape that features everyone’s favorite: the timeless and classic log cabin quilt pattern. The tape by Built Quilt Distribution measures 1.88 inches wide x 110 yards in length. Fits standard packing tape guns and can be used to tape up boxes for shipment and other boxing needs. The colorway even coordinates with standard box colors!

Need some gift items that would be perfect for retreats and secret sis presents as well? Check out these options:

These hardcover, spiral bound notebooks feature a dazzling Double X quilt pattern, available in pink or blue. Handy in size, it measures 4 x 6 inches with 80 lined pages. Each page is complete with undated date headers. Take it with you everywhere and start writing it all down!

This set includes five happy-go-lucky pencil pouches, each featuring a different color & quilt pattern. The pouches measure 8.27 in x 5.31 in, which makes them convenient for containing smaller items that you don’t want flying about. These really help when you’re on the go. 100% cotton with zipper closures. The following quilt block patterns are featured: Cut Glass, Four Clowns, Double Pyramid, Double X, and Joe’s Coat.


Soft, thread-bound notebooks set featuring five vibrant quilt patterns and color schemes. Handy in size, each notebook measures 4 x 6″ and contains 32 lined pages. Take them with you everywhere to jot down thoughts, notes, and ideas.

Spruce up your note taking and doodling with our Quilt Jazz memo pads. This one features a brilliant blue Joe’s Coat quilt-patterned border (also available in pink).

All of these items are due to arrive in February so place your orders now.

Unpacking Creativity: The Pickleball Bag Pattern from Kristine Poor of Poorhouse Quilt Designs

Make this bag from Kristine Poor of Poorhouse Quilt Designs for your favorite player! This bag holds 2 paddles in front and has 2 outer pockets as well as an inner pocket to organize your gear!

There’s something undeniably alluring about homemade craftwork that manages to be both beautiful and functional. The art of quilting is a perfect embodiment of this intersection. Kristine Poor of Poorhouse Quilt Designs is a testament to this, continuously pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the quilting world. One of her most notable works? The Pickleball Bag Pattern. This uniquely crafted piece exemplifies Poor’s knack for intricate design and practical usage, combining aesthetics and functionality in one portable package.

The bag finishes to a generous 16 x 12 x 5-1/2 inches.

Bosal In-R-Form Plus maintains the bag’s shape and cushions the paddles.

What a great way to showcase these pickleball fabrics by Elizabeth Studio!

The fabric is available now. The pattern is due to arrive later this month. What a fun summer class!

Delving into the Design

Kristine Poor, the brains behind Poorhouse Quilt Designs, has been crafting one-of-a-kind patterns since 2008. Her knack for creating exquisite, visually compelling pieces that serve a practical purpose has earned her a dedicated following in the crafting community. Her Pickleball Bag Pattern, in particular, has turned many heads.

The Pickleball Bag Pattern is an innovative creation that perfectly exemplifies Poor’s design philosophy. Pickleball, a paddleball sport that merges elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, has surged in popularity recently. As a result, there’s been an increasing demand for stylish, robust, and spacious bags to carry pickleball equipment. Kristine Poor has answered this demand with a bag pattern that is as fashionable as it is functional.

The design includes ample space for paddles, balls, and personal items, making it an essential companion for pickleball enthusiasts. Its dimensions are crafted thoughtfully to ensure it’s not just a practical carrier but also a comfortable one.

The Crafting Experience

One of the striking features of the Pickleball Bag Pattern is its meticulous detailing. Each aspect of the bag is thoughtfully designed to provide a fun, engaging experience for crafters of all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or a beginner looking to take on a new project, the Pickleball Bag Pattern is an excellent choice.

The pattern instructions are written with clarity and detail, guiding you through every step of the process. This ensures a rewarding and productive crafting experience. The design is such that it allows a variety of fabric patterns and colors, giving crafters the freedom to personalize their bags.

Moreover, Poor has ingeniously incorporated elements of quilting into the design. The Pickleball Bag boasts intricate stitch patterns and quilting techniques that not only enhance the visual appeal of the bag but also add to its durability and strength.

Final Thoughts

The Pickleball Bag Pattern from Kristine Poor of Poorhouse Quilt Designs exemplifies the beautiful intersection of art and utility. It combines practicality with aesthetic charm, offering an engaging crafting experience and resulting in a bag that’s ready for your next pickleball match.

Whether you’re an experienced quilter or someone simply looking for a new project, the Pickleball Bag Pattern is sure to satisfy. It’s a fantastic way to channel your creativity, learn new techniques, and produce something beautiful and useful.

In the world of crafting, patterns that bridge the gap between beauty and function are rare. The Pickleball Bag Pattern is one such gem, a testament to Kristine Poor’s creative genius and her commitment to providing unique, high-quality patterns for the crafting community. So grab your fabric and your paddle, and get ready to dive into the rewarding world of quilting with the Pickleball Bag Pattern.

Oliso Travel Cases

Made of strong, durable polyester felt, the carry bag provides stylish protection for your iron from dust, dirt, and scratches. It is practical for storage and travel to classes and retreats with its comfortable handles. The case includes a mesh pouch to hold the fill cup as well as other accessories. This case is designed to hold a standard size iron.

Carry Bag TG Plus

This case is designed for the smaller Oliso portable iron.

Carry Bag M2 Pro

Both of these are due to arrive next month so place your orders now.

Storage with Style

At 3 1/4″ x 10″ x 13″, these Mad for Plaid storage bags from It’s Sew Emma are the perfect size to keep your projects organized. Big enough to fit a book or pattern and deep enough to comfortably hold your fabric – who could ask for anything more?

Misty Mad for Plaid Project Bag

These stylish, mesh bags come in three different colorways. For those of us who have multiple projects going at one time, one of each may not be enough!

Peony Mad for Plaid Project Bag
Bluebell Mad for Plaid Project Bag

These bags are due to arrive this month so place your orders now!

Amy Barickman

Amy Barickman is back with this adorable Fold & Go Folio:

Fold & Go Folio
Fold & Go Folio

In her own words:

Create cases for tools, jewels, or tech essentials! Choose from two sizes and several options for jewelry or sewing notions storage. Large folio makes a perfect jewelry or sewing travel case. Drawstring pockets store necklaces, bracelets & broaches or thimbles, clips & buttons. The small folio works well as a petite jewelry or needle case, with a single pocket for earrings or collapsible scissors. The Fold & Go Folio can also be used for tech essentials like cords and memory cards. A perfect project for quilt blocks or hand embroidery. Fussy cut your favorite designer fabric. Finished size: 5in x 9in (large) & 3 1/2 x 6 1/2 (small). A QR code/link inside the pattern will lead to bonus content to enhance the maker’s experience. The printed format is an 8 page full color fold-out portfolio with 11 full color photos.

Isn’t it amazing what you can do with a few fat quarters? This pattern is due to arrive next month so place your orders now.

Trick or Treat Bags

Wouldn’t this be a great parent/child class? I’m sure they would want to make a different version for every trick or treater in the family! With four choices, they will have a hard time choosing! If you have any glow in the dark fabric, that would certainly add that awe factor!

Pumpkin Tote Bag
Cat Tote Bag
Ghost Tote Bag

The designs are created with 2 1/2″ strips so they go together very quickly. Each bag finished at approximately 13 inches square. The patterns for these ghoulish delights will be available early next month!

Monster Tote Bag

Featherweight Accessories

What can I say? Featherweights touch the hearts of every quilter – and add that touch of nostalgia that we all hold dear!

These magnetic bowls are available in two colors and can be used to hold pins but also can be used to keep the pieces and parts together when servicing your treasure.

Magnetic Pin Dish White & Black
Magnetic Pin Dish Purple & Gold

This mat shows a complete schematic of the machine. Not only is it a nostalgic piece, it can actually help when servicing your machine.

Featherweight Schematic Servicing Mat for the White 221K7 Machine

These are due to arrive the end of the month so place your orders now!

Tote Bag For Featherweight Case - Teal

Rotary Cases with Style & Storage

These storage cases are both stylish and functional and from It’s Sew Emma! The sporting graphics that will make you smile – in your choice of pink or green – these cases hold any rotary cutter up to 45 mm securely under the elastic band.

Lime Rotary Cutter Case
Lime Rotary Cutter Case
Lime Rotary Cutter Case
Pink Rotary Cutter Case

Replacement blades and other smaller notions can be tucked into the elastic mesh pocket. Zip up the rigid case and you are ready to safely travel anywhere!

These cases are due to arrive the end of July so order them now!

Featherweights in Style

The Featherweight Shop has created the perfect travel case for your special machine! These padded cases protect your case – as well as the machine – and come in three colors.

Tote Bag for Featherweight Case - Black
Tote Bag for Featherweight Case - Pink

Tote Bag for Featherweight Case - Green

This mat features the mechanics of the entire machine. It is a padded surface – perfect for maintaining your machine. And, during regular sewing, is a great surface for your machine. It absorbs any vibration and just plain looks cool!

Featherweight Schematic Servicing Mat

These items are due to arrive next month, so order them now!