Cross stitch cloth comes in a variety of colors, counts, and materials! In this next installment of our Learn to Cross Stitch Series we’re sharing how to choose the right cross stitch cloth. The cloth is for stitchers what a canvas is for painters. It’s […]
Announcing the Vintage Bowtie Sew Along!
We couldn’t be more excited to see Joanna Figueroa’s latest book, Strawberry Garden, arrive at Fat Quarter Shop! The book holds so much quilty goodness inside, with twenty-one different blocks, a gorgeous cover quilt, four bonus quilts, one tablerunner, one tabletopper and three pillows! To […]
Starting the Piece and Quilt Sampler Quilt Along
Ever since the quilting gem Celebrate with Quilts by Susan Ache and Lissa Alexander arrived, I’ve been eager to sew the gorgeous sampler quilt on the cover! If you’re sewing along with me on the Piece & Quilt Sampler, it’s time to make the first […]
Sew Sampler Box April 2024 Sneak Peek!
Our enchanting April Sew Sampler Box is bursting with beautiful blooms! Don’t miss out on this box! If you aren’t yet subscribed and want to join, do so very SOON, so you don’t miss this month’s cut off date for sign ups! 2024 Pieceful Baskets Sew Sampler […]
2024 Moonbeams Quilt Along – Release 2: Ohio Star Blocks
We’re ready to start sewing our 11th Annual Charity Quilt, Moonbeams! We’re ready for our second pattern and it’s a star! We can’t wait to start sewing with you. Be sure to read on for our first Moonbeams Charity Cross Stitch release. DOWNLOAD THE OHIO […]
Classic & Vintage – Contrary Husband Quilt and FREE Quilt Block Tutorial
Next up in our journey of classic and vintage quilting, we’re excited to share the Contrary Husband Quilt. While we don’t know why this block is called Contrary Husband, we do know it’s the perfect block to demonstrate partial seams, also called Y-seams. Join us […]
Learn to Cross Stitch: Beginners Guide to Cross Stitch Floss & Needles
We’re back with another guide for cross stitch beginners. If you don’t already know, we’re sharing a Learn to Cross Stitch Series with releases twice a month sharing everything from floss to finishing. We’re guiding you through the basics of this timeless and traditional art! […]
Sew Sampler March 2024 Box Reveal
Did the March Sew Sampler box feel like a wellspring of stitchy inspiration? Here is what was inside this bright and happy box! Beware of spoilers! Spring Flags Vintage Fat Eighth Bundle by Sweetwater for Moda Fabrics Before we “spring forward”, let’s take a step […]
Announcing The Quilted Scarecrow Sew and Stitch Along!
Forget about the summer heat and get ready for fall with The Quilted Scarecrow Sew Along and Stitch Along. This cute scarecrow sets the scene for autumn with swirling leaves, a feathered friend, and full garden attire. For more information about this keep reading! Join […]
What’s on My Cutting Table?
Spring is here, and with it, there are new quilts to sew. I wanted to take a moment to share with you some upcoming quilts I’m excited to start working on and share some quilt along updates. Quilty Fun Row Along First, the Quilty Fun […]
Learn to Cross Stitch: A Beginners Guide
Have you tried cross stitch yet? If you haven’t but are wondering where to start, this post on how to cross stitch is designed just for you. We’re here to simplify the process and guide you through the basics of cross stitching with a new […]
Top 10 Free Quilt Patterns for Worldwide Quilting Day
To celebrate Worldwide Quilting Day this year, we’ve collected some of our favorite free quilt patterns. They all have free video tutorials and most start with precuts. They’re all PDF downloadable patterns, so you can download them and get sewing! Whether you’re a seasoned quilter […]
New Simply Stamps Pattern: Spring Forever
Our new addition to the Simply Stamps series has us singing for spring! Spring Forever Simply Stamps is all about new beginnings and we can’t wait for you to begin stitching it! Two birds are happily twittering while watching over a basket of eggs with […]
QuiltCon 2024 Highlights
Where would we be without quilting? At QuiltCon 2024, held in Raleigh, North Carolina, last month, quilters from near and far gathered to share in our love of quilts! A few of us got to visit, so come take a look with us! I’m Kate […]