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.

Pennsylvania Dutch BOM

Happy Friday! We posted a little bit about this BOM a few weeks ago, but now the ball is really rolling! The quilt is complete, instructions are done, photos finished, and drafts finalized. SO excited! This Pennsylvania Dutch quilt is one that we, everyone single […]

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Debbie’s First Quilt

Debbie brought in her first quilt for the Parade of Quilts that Camille and Carrie concocted. Not too shabby, eh? What can I say, the lady was destined to make great quilts! DEBBIEThe quilt bug bite me about 22 years ago as I was anticipating […]

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Full Bloom by Bari J. Ackerman

Full Bloom is Bari J. Ackerman’s debut line with Windham Fabrics. It is a unique take on the floral theme, using vibrant and cool colors to create a one-of-a-kind collection. Full Bloom has a painterly quality to it, making each piece of fabric a work […]

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Just Dreamy by Riley Blake Designs

Bret of Riley Blake Designs is here today to discuss their debut fabric collection, Just Dreamy. It features brightly colored flowers and an array of dots. Great for any summer project! To get you started, they have also created a free pattern using the Just […]

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Jingles Flannels by Minick & Simpson

Minick and Simpson’s newest line, Jingles Flannels, recently arrived at the Fat Quarter Shop. It is so soft and warm, it makes one wish for cold weather to wrap up in a flannel quilt by the fireplace. Polly Minick and Laurie Simpson must have felt […]

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New Patterns by Melly & Me

Melly & me are back with their newest creature creations. Clucky and Claudine are are wonderful addition to the Melly & me creature collection. The baby chicks in the “Clucky” pattern are so adorable the way they can hide out in the hen’s wings. Thanks […]

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Artful Offerings by Karina Hittle

We are delighted to feature Karina Hittle of Artful Offerings. Her designs have been seen in top quilting magazines. Artful Offerings takes clever designs and adds whimsy to create something new. Karina has paired her patterns beautifully with a variety of fabric collections seen at […]

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