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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.

2022 Spring Cross Stitch Recap

Spring Cross Stitch Recap 2022

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 […]

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FQS Stitch May-Nia 2022: Summer Home

Summer Home Cross Stitch Design

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 […]

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Home is Where the Wreath is Stitch Along

Home is where the wreath is completed cross stitch

Home is where everything we love is! Today, we wanted to share our newest stitch along Home Is Where The Wreath Is by Stitching With The Housewives. It is a customizable project with the letter “O” being an interchangeable wreath. The wreath included in the […]

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Sew Sampler Box April 2022 Sneak Peek!

Shipping Updates: The following is a shipping schedule of outstanding Sew Sampler boxes, but as always, this information is subject to change. You will not be billed until we are ready to ship out the boxes. We are currently estimating that: The March box should […]

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Aurifil Thread Weight Comparison

With so many thread weights on the market, it’s tough to tell which one is perfect for a project! We’re here to help you distinguish between those tricky little spools with some descriptions and up-close stitch comparisons of Aurifil threads. Print out this post and […]

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2022 Heartfelt Stitch Along – Release 3

Are you ready for the next Charity Stitch Along pattern release? Today we’re sharing the next part of the cross stitch pattern for our Heartfelt design, a pattern inspired by our 2022 Heartfelt Charity Quilt. DOWNLOAD HEARTFELT RELEASE 3 The third pattern release is the […]

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