I love these itty bitty versions of some of Laura Heine’s top selling collage patterns.
Each picture has been adapted to a 16 x 20 inch format which is a great wall hanging size. Or, stretch them on a canvas frame for a more artistic look!
Groups one and two are available now. Group three is expected later this month along with this little fella:
And the pheasant….
The description of this book was so well done, I just couldn’t top it so enjoy!
Once you go scrappy, there’s no turning back!
Are you buried in scraps—big pieces, small pieces, hunks, chunks, strips, and parts? Bonnie K. Hunter fans will love her newest book of playful string-quilt projects! Sew a dozen vibrant quilt patterns using the small leftovers from other projects that seem too tiny to save, yet too big to toss. Learn Bonnie’s basics for foundation piecing narrow fabric pieces 3/4” to 2” wide, turning them into dazzling scrappy blocks and one-of-a-kind quilts.
• Have a string piecing party with a best-selling author, the great Bonnie K. Hunter
• Love your leftovers! Become a scrap quilt addict, sewing fabric strings and crumbs into brand new blocks
• Hunter fans will love this offering of twelve “use it all” patterns in her signature style
I kept these pics as big as possible so you can see the detail! Simply stunning!
Her quilts are a spectacular study in color! I can’t wait to get my hands on this one!
This is such a departure from Rana Heredia’s usual patterns that I didn’t want you to miss it and just had to share! I even love the name! Her pattern line is called Sewn into the Fabric – and it was never truer than with this beauty!
The texture for the head and shoulders is cut out of a jelly roll. The body is a coordinating print. What an impressive quilt – and the scraps can be made into a pillow!
Rachel’s of Greenfield has three ornament kits in the top 100 patterns this week!
The kits include everything you need to make six ornaments – right down to the gold hanging thread. They are perfectly sized to fit in a gift card so they can stand alone and BE the gift or be used as the embellishment on the gift!
Wouldn’t these be fun to have at a holiday get together? They could make an ornament to take home with them as a memory of the party. They are all in stock so you can get them in time for this holiday season!
What can I say??? Nancy continues to amaze me with every line – and book – she does! In Home Grown, she showcases those values that we all try to achieve in our own lives.
And, in typical Art To Heart style, she has thought of everything! The fabric collection from Benartex – Home Grown by Nancy Halvorsen will be available next month – and comes in ten or 15-yard assortments.
I have showcased her signature teal below just so you can see some detail, but all of the colors are gorgeous. Gray is the new neutral – and she has that covered as well!
I have always loved what she does with tea towels…
With this line, she offers a set of six tea towels which can be used to make the projects above.
OR, buy them by the bolt! These yarn dyes are 43 – 44 inches wide.
Just look at the details on these individual blocks of the cover quilt.
Look what you can do with a panel!!!
Of course, it doesn’t stop there! The embellishments add that awe factor to each block!
These buttons are available for individual blocks are as an entire set. Why not do this as a block of the month? Make a block each month as well as a smaller project that will make great companions to add that Martha Stewart looks to your room. Or, have ideal gifts on hand when needed. Who wouldn’t love that???
Not only were all of these items hot at Market, but I also worked Festival and the Novi show in Michigan – and the consumers agree!
The Creative Grids® Stripology Squared Mini is a definite hit. Everyone loves the size and maneuverability of this baby! Designed to square up blocks up to 6 1/2″, I immediately learned that it is my go-to tool when sub-cutting strip sets. (The acrylic raises over the seams so there is no teeter-tottering like your experience with a traditional ruler.) Plus there are five patterns that support it. Offer it for Christmas and offer classes or demos featuring the patterns the first of the year.
Stripology Mixology is the perfect companion to ALL of the Creative Grids® stripology rulers. The book features 13 quilts made from pre-cuts – and tells you how to cut your own. And who doesn’t want a cocktail over the holidays – recipes included!
The portable Reliable Iron is amazing! It is not only an iron, but it is also a steamer. It gets to a temperature of over 300 degrees in a short amount of time. The bag is insulated so you can leave class before the iron is entirely cool – just leave the long cord on the outside of the bag. Another feature – the outside of the bag has a silicone side to use as a rest when in use. This one is a winner!
What good is an iron without a great ironing mat? These Gypsy Quilter mats come in a variety of sizes. The 13 1/2″ mat is one of the most popular sizes since it is big enough to press a 12 1/2″ block!
Stay Tuned for Part Two….
I am thrilled to announce that one of my favorite designers created a line of fabric for Timeless! This batik line features Deb Heatherly’s favorite – cats!
This 96-inch square block of the month features two of her highly successful Creative Grids® rulers – the Ultimate Flying Geese and the Cat’s Cradle tool.
The fabric batik line includes her favorite things – cats and catnip! Just look at the colors!
There is also a shop kit available that includes the pattern, fabric and tips to share when teaching the class. Who could ask for anything more???
The fabric and shop kits are due to arrive in January so order it now!
Lisa Amundson of Around the Bobbin scored a home run last Market with the release of her Hot Stuff Oven Mitt. The pattern includes the silicon.
But, who can make just one so refills are available.
Her new pattern – Coaster Ride – includes enough silicon to make four coasters along with the pattern to make the cute little container.
And, yes – refills are available!
These new products are due to arrive this week so order them now!
The bees have it! Look at these great new patterns that are being released at Quilt Market by Elizabeth Hartman – fabric kit available in February, pattern available November 1!
My favorite? Who can resist Norm and Nanette? And it is layer cake friendly. A kit will be available in February as well as fat quarters and other pre-cuts.
Or go Cukoo (Kit available in February):
Order them now – the patterns are due to arrive November 1.
For those of you who have made the jelly roll rug patterns the #1 and #2 on the Checker site, drum roll, please….
The Colossal Round Rug comes in two sizes: a 38″ version that uses one jelly roll and a 54″ option that uses two. This is a slightly more advanced version because you have to learn how to stop cupping when sewing the curve – not hard, just a different technique!
Why not start a series of classes beginning with the easiest – the rectangular version:
Then offer a second class for the oval – which is an introduction to curves:
All three patterns use the pre-cut batting strips and jean needles. The newest version is due to arrive the middle of November so plan now!
