The Jolly Jabber Blog for Fabric, Quilting, and Cross Stitch Enthusiasts by Fat Quarter Shop

The Jolly Jabber Quilting & Sewing Blog

The Jolly Jabber quilting blog not only offers resources for quilters, but also for cross-stitchers of all skill levels. Discover resources such as tutorials, free patterns and tips to help master the art of quilting and sewing. Whether you're a beginner learning how to cross stitch or an experienced quilter looking to expand your skills, the Jolly Jabber has something to offer. Here you can learn new techniques, find inspiration for your next project, join in quilt alongs and stitch alongs, and connect with a community of like-minded quilters. This blog for quilters and sewists is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the world of quilting.

Happy World Cross Stitch Day 2020!

We’re busting our stitches today because we get to celebrate World Cross Stitch Day with all of you! The love of cross stitch is celebrated far and wide, but especially here at home, where most of our stitching is done! That’s why this year, we […]

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Announcing the Free Sewcialites Quilt Along

Today we’re sew excited to debut our Sewcialites Quilt Along! We’re celebrating our quilting community with a free block of the week quilt along. We’ve joined forces with 18 talented designers to bring you a 38-week quilt along with amazing sampler blocks and sew many […]

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Jolly Bar Row Along – Week 7

We’re back with the final release of the Jolly Bar Row Along! It’s time to sew the blocks into rows, adding sashing and borders to finish this quilt. The Jolly Bar Book Volume 2 contains more than 20 fun, fast quilts made with Jolly Bars. […]

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Shortcut Quilt: Fat Quarter Ferris Wheel

We’re back for another Shortcut Quilt with this beginner-friendly, and impressive-looking quilt using the fabulous Fat Quarter precut! The FREE Fat Quarter Ferris Wheel Pattern offers the instructions for a 60” x 77” quilt. Don’t worry, any quilter can get aboard this Ferris Wheel! Our […]

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Try Our Top 5 Jelly Roll Quilt Patterns

Who could go for a delicious Jelly Roll right about now? Jelly Rolls are the perfect combination of cute and convenient! Also known as Roll Ups, Design Rolls, and Rolie Polies, this perfect precut is made up of 2.5″ x 42″ strips that look sew […]

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Quilter’s Cottage Sew Along Week 1

Ever since Lori Holt’s new book, Quilter’s Cottage, came out, we’ve been swooning over the cover quilt. It’s a sweet reminder that home is where the heart is, so make it beautiful! We’re celebrating the sewing spaces where imagination, fabric and dedication reside – the […]

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