New from Patch Abilities

Posted on November 3, 2022 by Cindy Abdoo

Who doesn’t love instant gratification? Make any of these new projects in a day and display them that night. In their own words:
This is THE ULTIMATE BEGINNER PROJECT! We didn’t skimp on the cuteness, but we used long sweeping lines and curves. It’s great for introduction classes, beginner projects, or even the seasoned veteran looking for a big, fun wall hanging. The fringe on the ends of Will E.’s scarf and the hand embroidered snowflake and “”Brrr”” offer wonderful finishing touches. But, wait! There’s more! We have also downsized this onto an included Mug Rug pattern. Use the same fabrics and zip up a quick and cute mug rug with our darling new snowman. Pattern includes the buttons for Will E.’s mouth. Step-by-step instructions with helpful tips, techniques, and easy-to-use tracings will be appreciated by users of all skill levels. This is perfect for those quilters who know a few basics and a little hand embroidery, while using fusible web and machine applique. Pattern includes beginner tips, great hand embroidery figures, enlarged layout guide, and complete binding directions.

Snow, snow, snow! It won’t be long before … well, you know the rest. And what is winter snow without a darling antique sled? This pattern includes detailed instructions on how to embroider the greenery adorning the sled — it’s not as difficult as it seems and it looks amazing on this pattern. Check out the two different versions we made with this single pattern — so, pick your favorite fabrics and they’ll look great. Pairs well with a number of our winter hangers and don’t forget the buttons for the sled.

This is a wonderful wintry pattern with nested evergreen trees. Christmas trees? Winter trees? You pick and use the fabrics to tell your story. We couldn’t decide, so we paired it with both the 12″” winter snowflake hanger and the Christmas presents hanger. Step-by-step instructions with helpful tips, techniques, and easy-to-use tracings will be appreciated by users of all skill levels.

All three patterns are also available with hangers. Check out our website for those options. All are due to arrive the middle of November so you can still have them done by the holidays.

Bringing on the Glitz

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Penny Haren

Give your Christmas decor the wow factor with this contemporary tree skirt from The Quilted Life and Krista Moser that will complement today’s chic decor. Gilded Christmas Tree Skirt gives mid-century a nod with its dynamic use of simple shapes and bold stripes.

Make this tree skirt in punchy gold black and white or make a traditional, even whimsical style with red and green polka dots. This tree skirt utilizes strip piecing and simple construction techniques with no fussy Y-seams or difficult piecing. Your Christmas tree will dazzle in its new skirt!

This pattern requires Krista’s Creative Grids® 60 degree Diamond Ruler.

This pattern is due to arrive early next month so you can have it done in time for the holidays!

New from Pattern Basket

Posted on October 15, 2022 by Penny Haren

This darling 71 inch square quilt is made with an assortment of fat eighths in your favorite holiday colors.

This tablerunner or placemat pattern features darling strip pieced trees and shining stars.

Starry Night creates spinning stars out of an assortment of fat eighths. What a stunning quilt!

All of these patterns are due the beginning of next month and would be great kits as gifts. Why not offer the kits with a gift certificate for a class in January?

Seasonal Craziness from One Sister

Posted on September 19, 2022 by Penny Haren

Janet Nesbitt has created 6 large and 6 smaller projects in her latest book. Although the cover is Christmas, she has included all of your favorite holidays. Halloween may be my favorite!

Don’t you love the wonky houses and haunted trees?

And these little witches can visit anytime.

These baubles make a darling Christmas quilt but would look very 70’s hip in other colors. Remember when purple and orange were all the rage?

And what could be more patriotic than a summer quilt of stars?

Or a bunny hop in the Spring?

This book is due to arrive next month, so place your orders now.

New from Suzn Quilts

Posted on September 14, 2022 by Penny Haren

This original pieced quilt pattern by Suzn Quilts is Featherweight friendly for your Featherweight club or your customers that like to sew with a Featherweight on retreats! Trees are not just for Christmas anymore! Cutting is quick & easy when using her template sets shown below. Finished quilt size is 56.5 x 74.5 inches. What a great stashbuster!

These template sets are recommended:

Woodland Runner is an original pieced table runner uses the same template sets.

Everything is due to arrive next month so place your orders now!

New from Pattern Basket

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Penny Haren

I love Fall and love the muted tones that Margot uses in her newest patterns from The Pattern Basket. Pumpkin Charms is made with just one charm pack, but if you are like me and love these little guys, you may want to buy more than one!

This is the most creative leaf pattern I have ever seen! Don’t you love the star incorporated into the base of every leaf?

Although this is called Cross Stitch, the colors and design remind me of an old fashioned oak leaf block.

All of these patterns are due to arrive next month, just in time for a new Fall project!

A Gnome Christmas

Posted on July 28, 2022 by Penny Haren

The Christmas Gnomes by Rachel’s of Greenfield includes the pattern and templates needed to complete all 4 ornaments. Mittens measure approximately 4”x 4.5” and stockings measure approximately 4.5”x 5.5”. The ornaments are finished with open tops to be used as gift card holders. Pieces are cut using templates which are included with the pattern. The Cut pieces are then placed and appliqued in place following the illustrated instructions. Decorative Stitches can be added if desired according to your taste. The pattern provides detailed, illustrated instructions for various stitch types. The pattern also includes full color, illustrated layout design for each ornament. for those who want to challenge themselves, you can add your own personal touches with stitches and embellishments not listed on the pattern.

PATTERN ONLY.

The Christmas Gnomes Kit includes all wool felt, floss, and templates needed to complete all 4 ornaments. The pattern is included in the kit.

Both are due to arrive in August, just in time to complete them for the upcoming holiday season.

Decorate your table in style!

Posted on July 7, 2022 by Penny Haren

Susie C. Shore Designs is releasing two new patterns this month. Both are fun and showcase her whimsical style!

The pattern Includes instructions & full-sized pieces to make three fun Christmas ornaments and one Christmas tree light bulb style of place mats, each with an elastic loop to hold a napkin or treats. Dress them up by fabric choices or use whimsical fabric for the youngsters’ table. The pattern also includes ideas and instructions for use as table runners and table toppers for the holidays.

Wouldn’t these be the perfect choice when serving birthday cake, or any cake for that matter!

Sew up super cute pot holders, mug mats, trivets or just for fun! Have your cake & eat it too! Approximate finished size 7¼” x 9”.

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

New from Suzn Quilts

Posted on May 18, 2022 by Penny Haren

These projects feature the Suzn Quilts templates to their full potential. Whether the project calls for Susan’s Tiny Dresden Plate (SUZ216), the Mini Dresden Plate (SUZ186) or her new Tree Template Set (SUZ286), accuracy is guaranteed.

This cute little Halloween quilt is quick and easy with fusible web appliqué and tiny Dresden plates. The bat wings made from Dresdens added that awe factor for me. And the hat? Too cute!

Decorate your Halloween table with candy corns, birds & a Tiny Dresden plate. Her plastic templates and fusible web appliqué makes it quick & easy. Use the Tiny Dresden Template and the new Tiny Tree Template Set to create the “O” and candy cane border.

This adorable Halloween sampler makes a great 15 step Block-of-the-month or mystery club quilt! The original, pieced & appliquéd quilt measures 41 in x 47 in. The instruction steps are printed for easy monthly distribution.

Decorate your home with the beautiful colors of fall. It’s a quick, small project you can make in a day, but it can easily be made any size. Make another for a friend! Paper templates are included in pattern, but Susan’s new Tiny Tree Template Set makes for quicker & more accurate cutting.

Another beautiful sampler quilt with Susan’s little Dresden Plates! The pattern includes full-size templates and detailed instructions for Dresden plates and freezer paper appliqué, but you can choose fusible web appliqué as well.

Reminiscent of an antique red and green quilt, Plumfield Petals is created with Tiny Dresden plate petals.Once again the sample was made with a freezer paper applique technique but you can use fusible if you prefer.

Another cute & clever 12-step little quilt perfect for a mystery or block-a-day, week or month. Each block’s instructions are printed on individual sheets for easy distribution for shop club meetings.

Veranda Chains features Tiny Dresden plates on each square in a square block. Fully machine sewn blocks including the appliqué make this a fun use of your favorite fabric collection of fat eighths or quarters.

All of these patterns are due to arrive next month, so place your orders now. These are great take along projects for a day in the sun!

Crazy Love

Posted on February 14, 2022 by Penny Haren

Don’t you love the name?

This Cut Loose Press™ pattern #CLPKAL014 features four letters that are all pieced individually after the angles are cut with the Creative Grids® Spiderweb Ruler #CGRKA6. The width of each letter doesn’t matter. Each letter can be trimmed after the sashing strips are added so that the height of each block is exactly the same before they are sewn together.

Karla Alexander is one of my favorite designers because she thinks WAY outside of the box. In this case, she created all of the cutting instructions to work with directional fabrics. And, the pieces are oversized so they are trimmed to size after piecing the angles. With big pieces and built-in fudge factors, even beginners will be successful. The angled pieces are all cut with her Creative Grids® Spiderweb Ruler.

What a great shower or wedding gift. The guests could sign the backing fabric.

At 18 x 53 inches, it would make a statement hanging above a bed! I’m thinking about framing each letter individually and hanging them as a headboard.

If you are a visual learner, a video tutorial will be available soon. Everything is in stock so place your orders now.

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Category Archives: Holiday

New from Patch Abilities

Bringing on the Glitz

New from Pattern Basket

Seasonal Craziness from One Sister

New from Suzn Quilts

New from Pattern Basket

A Gnome Christmas

Decorate your table in style!

New from Suzn Quilts

Crazy Love