Quilting retreats are fun whether you’re going to make some quilty friends, catch up on your projects, or just relax. They’re an opportunity for you to focus on your quilting and maybe learn something new. Keep reading to see which items I’m packing for an […]
How to Sew Napkins with Mitered Corners
Today we’re bringing you an EASY tutorial for sewing napkins. This tutorial is super beginner-friendly and easy to knock out in one day! A set of cute napkins can make for a great gift since they’re useful, and you can personalize the fabric choice to […]
Announcing Simply Half Yards Book
We are sew excited to share with you, It’s Sew Emma’s newest book, Simply Half Yards! Simply Half Yards shows our love for half yards with every quilt in this book designed to appreciate these generous fabric cuts while including quilts in various sizes, from Lap to Queen. Each pattern is […]
7 Sewing Projects with Free Tutorials
Maybe it’s just us, but whenever we get elastic for a project we never seem to use it all. That’s why today we are sharing some of our favorite free patterns that use elastic. This is for those who need to use up their stash, […]
BOO! A Spooky Mystery Quilt and Stitch Along are Coming Soon…
BOO! It’s almost time for our next Halloween Mystery quilt along and stitch along! We’re bringing you another FREE quilt and cross stitch pattern and video series, this time called the Boo Crew Mystery Quilt and Stitch Along, to celebrate Halloween. It’s a good time […]
2022 Heartfelt Stitch Along – Release 4
Can you believe it’s already time for the next Charity Stitch Along pattern release? Today is the day for the next release for the cross stitch pattern for our Heartfelt design, a pattern inspired by our 2022 Heartfelt Charity Quilt. DOWNLOAD HEARTFELT RELEASE 4 The […]
2022 Heartfelt Quilt Along – Release 4: Sweethearts
It’s time for another block release for our 9th Annual Charity Quilt, Heartfelt! We are thrilled to show you our fourth release, the Sweethearts Block. Are you ready to get started? DOWNLOAD THE SWEETHEARTS BLOCK PATTERN The fourth pattern release is the Sweethearts Block! This […]
Snail Trail Block Tutorial
The Snail Trail block was created in 1935, but the swirling shape and intricate piecing can make it daunting, especially for new quilters. Snail Trail Foundation Paper will have you creating those hard-to-make blocks quickly and perfectly! Video Tutorial Today Kimberly is showing how to […]
New Holiday Hallmarks Pattern: Halloween
This new Holiday Hallmarks release has us excited for this coming fall! Halloween Holiday Hallmarks evokes the spooky spirit of the holiday season with text that captures the tricks and treats of Halloween! Add a little bit of typography to your next holiday with our […]
20 Tulip Patterns to Sew for Spring!
It’s tulip time! Spring has sprung, and we couldn’t be more excited for the warm weather ahead. To celebrate spring rainfalls and return to spending time outdoors, we’ve gathered more than 20 quilt and cross stitch patterns tu-lip (to leap, get it?) into spring! We […]
How to Make a Photo Quilt
Photo quilts are an excellent and personal gift for friends and loved ones, or even to make for yourself! Today we’re sharing a tutorial for making a quilt with printable fabric sheets, plus some fun projects from quilty friends who put their own spin on […]
Needles Guide: Best Types of Needles for Hand Quilting, Cross Stitch, and Sewing Projects
Today we’re telling you everything you need to know about the different types of needles! Between sewing machine needles, cross stitch needles, and hand sewing needles, we know things can get a little confusing, but Fat Quarter Shop is here to help. We thought we’d […]
2022 Spring Cross Stitch Recap
Spring has sprung, and my cross stitch projects for 2022 have only just begun! Like always, I’m keeping track of them in my Cross Stitch Journal. I had lots to stitch between Barn Sweet Barn, Stronger Together, Calendar Crates, and more! Below I have listed […]
FQS Stitch May-Nia 2022: Summer Home
It’s time for our annual FQS Stitch May-nia! May is a month to go wild with cross stitch projects. Whether it’s starting new pieces, finishing WIPs, or focusing on that chart you’ve been meaning to stitch, diving into some cross stitch is what FQS Stitch […]