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Quilts I’m Making in 2025

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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.

FREE PATTERN: Jolly Bar Friendly Quilt

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This quilt is sure to become a favorite! It’s a new Shortcut Quilt featuring the Jolly Bar Bon Bons FREE Pattern and video tutorial! The Jolly Bar Bon Bons pattern includes instructions to make a gorgeous square quilt that finishes at 60.5″ x 60.5″. All you need […]

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NEW BOM: The Snowmen Snow Globe

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Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! It’s only February but we know that you are already planning quilts for Christmas 2019! Look no further for an adorable winter-themed quilt as the Snowmen Snow Globe Block of the Month is now taking sign-ups. […]

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2019 Charity Quilt Along – Block 2

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Welcome to the Fat Quarter Shop 2019 charity quilt along, the Threadology Quilt Along! We are so excited to present the second block in this year’s quilt along, the Nine Patch Block (free pattern and video tutorial)! We are sold out of the Threadology Quilt Kit and […]

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

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Can you feel the love? We can! We would like to wish all of you a very Happy Valentine’s Day with love from all of us at the Fat Quarter Shop! If you’re in the mood for some sewing project inspiration, take a look at […]

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How to work with Textured Backgrounds

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Solid backgrounds work well in quilts but have you tried a textured background? We did a post about white backgrounds using Bella Solids from our favorite Moda designers and, with the recent influx of cross weaves and linens, wanted to do a follow up to that […]

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How to turn your Cross Stitch into a Pillow

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We’ve been loving making pillows here at Fat Quarter Shop! We recently turned the adorable Aunt Martha’s Dirty Laundry Embroidered Dish Towels we saw at fall market this year into a pillow in this blog post and we’re making another pillow with the Happy Farm Girl Cross […]

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