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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.

New Holiday Hallmarks Pattern: Halloween

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Holiday Hallmarks Halloween Cross Stitch Design

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 […]

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20 Tulip Patterns to Sew for Spring!

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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 […]

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How to Make a Photo Quilt

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close up of Kimberly's completed memory 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 […]

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2022 Spring Cross Stitch Recap

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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

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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

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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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