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March 29, 2022
Stitch Quarterly March 2022 Reveal from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Stitch quarterly march headerWe are here to sweeten up your Spring with a look inside our March Stitch Quarterly Subscription! Each quarter we curate an exclusive collection of cross stitch essentials built around a unique theme. This month, our theme is ‘Tea Thyme’ and as you can imagine it’s an elegant mix of assorted cross stitch supplies to get you in the mood to stitch.

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Tea Thyme Cross Stitch Pattern by It’s Sew Emma
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Spring has officially sprung and that means it’s time for a new cross stitch project! Sweet, budding vines give the perfect ...

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March 28, 2022
New Decostitch and Floral Elements Colors from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

Hello makers and fabric lovers!

With a new season upon us, what better way to honor the bright colors of spring with new shades of a couple of our most popular blenders: Floral and Decostitch Elements! These six new colors of each are perfect to add to your stash of AGF blenders since they make up a few missing shades between some, and they work well with others. 

If you’re unsure what blenders are and how to use them, check out this previous blog post that gives you great ideas on how to use these non-directional fabrics. 

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March 1, 2022
Ragged Sunflower- Larger Than Life — Paper piecing, quilt or wall hanging pattern from Wisonsin Quilting

I posted this pattern several years ago. It’s time to bring it back to the forefront. Below you will see my original text saying “You Don’t Know What You’ve Got Till It’s Gone.” Now it is so true in our current worldview. A sunflower that’s “larger than life….” Make this pattern and contemplate. Sunflower $8 pattern (suggested size is 32″ 42″ with modifications for 40″ x 40″ but it also prints in such a way that you can scale it to any size on your printer.) It looks complex, but is just a ...

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February 25, 2022
https://livingwaterquilter.com/post/677124511449202688 from Living Water Quilter

LOVE LETTERS, A DIY Art QuiltLove Letters ❤️ is one of my favorite mini art quilts. ❤️ What is the...

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February 21, 2022
Sew Sampler December 2021 Box Reveal from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Sew Sampler Header: Dream. Plan. Make.Every good project starts with a dream, and you’re sure to find one in your box this month. We packed this box with items that are simply out of this world. Let’s open it up together see what’s inside.

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Celestial Junior Jelly Roll by Zen Chic for Moda Fabrics
Sew Sampler got it first! Fat Quarter Shop exclusive!

This 20-piece Junior Jelly Roll of Celestial by Zen Chic for Moda Fabrics is packed with eclectic prints in black, white and gray with striking gold and corals in the mix. The way these rich prints mix is out ...

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February 20, 2022
Sew Sampler January 2022 Box Reveal from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Smitten with You Title GraphicSmitten is the best way to describe the feeling we get from our January Sew Sampler Box, and we hope you feel the same. It’s packed with gorgeous and super-functional items that are sure to get you inspired to make in the New Year!

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Daydreams Beautiful Day Fat Eighth Bundle by Corey Yoder for Moda Fabrics
Sew Sampler got it first! Fat Quarter Shop exclusive!

It’s always a beautiful day for sewing! This 12-piece Fat Eighth Bundle of Beautiful Day by Corey Yoder is spilling over with gorgeous prints that make up swoon. Roses, dots, checks and stripes ...

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February 15, 2022
Stitch Quarterly March 2022 Sneak Peek from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Stitch quarterly march headerWhat’s pretty in pink and in full bloom? March Stitch Quarterly of course! We thought it would be fun to let you take a peek inside this delightful bag. This month’s theme is ‘Tea Thyme’ and as you can see in this super zoomed in photograph, it’s going to be a showstopper.

We are giddy with excitement to see what you think of this spoiler. Leave a comment on this blog to ‘spill the tea’!

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If you are not yet subscribed to this exclusive quarterly cross stitch club, what are you waiting for? Sign up today so ...

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February 14, 2022
Taking Black and White Prints to a New Level: Duality Fusion by AGF from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

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The comfort of basic black and white fabrics will never disappoint! Two colors on the opposite side of the spectrum, working together to create something universal and modern. I believe this is the way we feel about these colors because fashion always portrays this combination as high contrast, bold yet classic, and ideal to wear no matter what season it is. But as the quilting world continues to evolve, black and white prints are coming to all patchwork projects alike. This brings to one of my favorite collection releases today, Duality Fusion

Get ready to sew with more than just ...

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February 9, 2022
How to Style Your Table Using Patchwork Projects from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

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Hello makers!

 

For those of you that have been following along with our Patchwork Stories, we have arrived at another week of inspirational handmade projects, and this week is centered around decor and different ways you can incorporate patchwork into your home. We’ve seen some different ways to spice up our wardrobe and accessories, as well as some comfy elements to snuggle with like pillows and of course quilts, but what about the one place that is all about togetherness and bringing families together: the dining table. 

 

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Featuring coasters, placemats, and a table runner, this dining setup is the ...

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February 8, 2022
SHETLAND QUILTED POUCH (new pdf pattern) from Sotak Handmade

Welcome, everyone!

I'm excited to introduce my new sewing pattern to you today

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February 4, 2022
Sew Sampler November 2021 Box Reveal from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Shine Bright Blog HeaderThe November Sew Sampler box will have you seeing STARS this month. This box is packed with items that are not only fashionable but functional as well. Be the star of your sewing space and get ready to SHINE BRIGHT!

November Box Reveal

Shooting Stars Love Lily Jelly Roll by April Rosenthal for Moda Fabrics
Sew Sampler got it first! Fat Quarter Shop exclusive!

Sometimes you find love in the most unexpected places! This collection sends sparks flying with a bright range of colors, and within the retro-inspired prints you’ll discover flowers, stars, dots and even hearts. This 18-piece Love Lily Jelly ...

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January 28, 2022
Enjoy the Comfort of Fall With Season & Spice Fabrics! from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

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Here’s a fun little fact for you, I write all the collection descriptions from AGF Studio collections! When I first joined the AGF family, I was so excited to start on all the ideas I had for social media, but little did I know that I would also have the responsibility to do so much writing. I was always intimidated at first by writing as I never thought I had it in me to express how I felt, but as these collections were released, I did feel something! Flipping through every print,  I always found myself in another world ...

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January 25, 2022
Patchwork Pillow from a 9-Patch Block Using Strip Piecing from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

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Hello makers! 

 

If you follow our YouTube channel, then you may have recently watched a video on how to make a 9-patch block using the strip piecing technique. If you haven’t seen the video, make sure you go watch it here: 

 

Easy 9-Patch Block Using Strip Piecing - YouTube 

 



This video is part one of the project that I will be sharing with you all below: a big fluffy patchwork pillow, which is part of our Patchwork Stories. To read up on our Patchwork Stories and the role it can play in our everyday lives, check out our past blog ...

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January 13, 2022
Enjoying the Path of Life With Flight Path Fabrics by Jessica Swift from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

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Over the years, I’ve been fortunate enough to experience how fabrics, colors, and designs positively affected me. I always thought that my style will never change as I always gravitated towards earthy and neutral colors, but there is something about color that always caught my eye. Although neutral colors will always be nurturing, I later discovered that it’s the bright and cheerful colors that complete the mix between cozy and happiness. Sometimes we just need a boost of joy, and today is the day you can experience that with Jessica Swift’s latest collection, Flight Path

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January 12, 2022
Pure Solids Selvage Pin Cushion Tutorial from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

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Hi makers!

The holidays are coming to an end once again, so it’s time for cleaning, eating leftovers, and deciding on New Year's resolutions. One of my resolutions for this next year is to try and be more eco-friendly and reduce my carbon footprint as much as I can. I was recently shown these super cute pin cushions that use those scraps that almost always get thrown away due to no usage… selvages. Here at AGF, we have so many colorful Pure Solids with selvages that include the name of the color, so what a great idea it ...

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January 10, 2022
AGF Patchwork Stories: 45-Degree Strip Piecing from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

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With the new year here, we want to share a story that is near and dear to our hearts, called Patchwork Stories. Here at AGF, we want to cover our world with beautiful fabrics and go back to what is most meaningful- creating things from our hands. This movement of patchwork is becoming more influential than ever, and it’s being represented not just in fashion but in all the things that surround us. 

 

This is the story of how we incorporate patchwork and the role it can play in your everyday life! This series shows you more than pretty ...

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December 30, 2021
Reminiscing With Maureen Cracknell’s Gloria Fabrics from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

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I feel like anyone that ever began to sew, the origins started with their grandmother or mother showing them the basics. Since I was a little girl, my grandmother will always have me sit next to her and give me some thread, a needle, and a pile of socks to repair the holes on. As a little girl, I always saw this as a chore, but little did I know that I would love and appreciate this skill that she showed me. It’s made me explore what more I could do, and it even led me to purchase my ...

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December 27, 2021
Disappearing 4-Patch Quilt: Merging the Best Instructions from Mulberry Patch Quilts

A “Disappearing 4-Patch” may look intricate and complicated, but it’s really very easy. If you can sew a simple 4-patch, you can sew this quilt.

There are many great how-to tutorials out there. I chose these two YouTube videos as my favorites—

Jenny at the Missouri Star Quilt Company and

Laura Ann Cioa at Sew Very Easy.

After watching both, I decided to “merge” their info together to make my own Disappearing 4-Patch. Here’s how…

Jenny (MSQC) has you use a charm pack in her version, while Laura (Sew Very Easy) has you cut larger squares from fat ...

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December 15, 2021
12 Days of Christmas with AGF - Quick Gifts for Everyone on Your List from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

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Hi makers!

 

My name is Karli and I am so excited to begin writing some blog posts for AGF! I work on tutorials and project creation here at AGF, so I am thrilled to be able to share my love of sewing and quilting with all you creative individuals, starting with these 12 Days of Christmas. 

 

The holidays are upon us and with Christmas only 19 short days away, I’m sure everyone is busy sewing and quilting away to finish up all their gifts to give. Along with that, it’s time to double-check and make sure you have ...

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December 1, 2021
The Playful World of Petite Circus Fabrics by Alexandra Bordallo from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

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Here in South Florida, during this time of year, there are a couple of very fun festivals and circus events happening that are always so exciting! Going there with good company and of course, all the fair food will always bring a smile to my face. Once I laid my eyes on Alexandra Bordallo’s Petite Circus collection, I was instantly brought to this happy place! Reminding me of all the fun times I had when I was a kid going to these fairs, waiting in line to go on the rides and having good conversations with friends, and eating ...

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