We’re so excited to share a little happy news—our very first Songbird’s Garden Block of the Month giveaway is officially open!

Songbird’s Garden has already been bringing so much joy and anticipation, and we wanted to celebrate by giving a few lucky participants the chance to win something truly special. Whether you love the quiet rhythm of hand embroidery, the satisfaction of appliqué, or the structure of piecing, this block of the month is for you – and now you have a chance at some wonderful prizes to make it even more fun!

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A Sweet Easter Collection for Festive Spring Decorating

Springtime is on its way, and the Bunny Express is rolling into town—loaded with pastel charm, Easter cheer, and the cutest little cast of characters you ever did see.

Introducing Our New Stick & Stitch Embroidery Designs

Say goodbye to tracing—and hello to simple, joyful stitching!

If you’ve ever wanted to add a sweet embroidered touch to a project but hesitated because of all the prep work… you’re going to love what we just added to the shop!

I’m so excited to introduce our brand-new Stick & Stitch Hand Embroidery Designs—a super convenient way to transfer embroidery patterns without any tracing, lightboxes, or fuss. Truly… just peel, stick, stitch, and wash away!

These sheets open up so many creative possibilities, whether you’re embellishing a quilt ...

If you love sweet, cheerful projects that make your home feel warm and happy, you are going to adore our Hey Sugar Collection—a delightful set of 6 applique and embroidery designs created exclusively for members of The Art of Home Club so they can make table runners, mug rugs, and more!.

This month’s Collection is bursting with hearts, cakes, cherries, and sugary details that will brighten even the dreariest February day. And the best part? It’s just one example of the creative joy our members get to experience month after month!

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I’m so excited to finally share our brand new Songbird’s Garden Block of the Month Quilt with you! This beautiful 8-month program is filled with the charm, color, and joy that you’ve come to expect from my designs — and I can’t wait to stitch along with quilters from all around the world.

The Songbird’s Garden Block of the Month will begin in February 2026 and continue through September 2026, with one new block pattern released each month. It’s the perfect project to look forward to as we move into the new year — something creative ...

Our October Collection for The Art of Home Club is here—and it’s just about the cutest thing ever! Say hello to Little Cuddle Friends, a set of projects designed to bring smiles, snuggles, and sweetness to your home.

This Collection includes instructions for three different projects:

✨ A Quilt – perfect for a crib, play mat, or cozy cuddle time.
✨ A Fabric Basket with Pocket – super handy for storing toys, books, or craft supplies (and that extra pocket is just right for keeping a favorite friend close by!).
✨ A Personalized Wall Hanging – make it extra special by adding a child ...

As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, there’s something truly special about settling in for some slow, creative stitching time. Whether you’re sipping a warm drink, wrapped in your favorite quilt, or listening to the hum of a sewing machine as golden leaves swirl outside your window—fall is made for cozy making.

That’s why we’re so excited to introduce the brand-new Cozy Stitch Shop—a specially curated corner of our online store filled with projects, fabrics, notions, and patterns designed to bring warmth and joy to your stitching this season.

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Even though the air is still warm, it’s the perfect time to get a head start on your holiday stitching!

Our newest Club Collection — Winter Birdie Baubles — is filled with festive cheer and plenty of cozy details. This collection includes a quilt, table runner, and wall hanging, all featuring cheerful little winter birds bundled up in scarves and tucked inside Christmas ornament balls. How cute is that?!

These playful designs combine hand embroidery and applique in the sweetest way. The birds’ perky little scarves add an extra touch of whimsy that makes these projects perfect for holiday decorating — or ...

There’s something magical about the early signs of autumn—cooler mornings, golden sunlight, and the scent of something cinnamon-y wafting from the kitchen.  And what better way to celebrate the season than by stitching up something cozy and charming?

We’re so excited to introduce our August Collection for The Art of Home Club: “In the Pumpkin Patch”! This brand-new set of patterns is like a warm invitation to savor the beauty of fall with your needle and thread.

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Let’s talk about one of the cutest little helpers in your sewing room: needle minders!

If you’ve ever set down your needle “just for a second” and had it disappear into the couch cushion, the carpet, or—gulp—your sock, you are going to love these clever little gadgets.

A needle minder is a pretty enamel charm with a strong magnet that keeps your needle safe, secure, and right where you left it. No more frantic searches or accidental toe-stabs.

Say “Aloha” to our newest release inside The Art of Home Club – the Leaf & Feather Collection! This vibrant, vacation-inspired pattern set is the perfect way to bring a little sunshine, color, and tropical charm into your creative space this summer.

Whether you’re stitching in the cool of your sewing room or out on the porch with a glass of iced tea, these cheerful birds, tropical leaves, and blooming flowers are sure to make you smile.

What’s Included in the Collection:

When Quilt Folk called last year and asked me if I wanted to share the story of Elizabeth Sanderson (1861-1933) and teach modern folks to hand quilt in a frame this summer, it was pretty much my dream brief. I’m not even going to try and claim any kind of historian’s impartiality, because I am… Continue reading The Pragmatic Sanderson Star Quilt

What could be cuter (or cozier!) than our furry friends lounging on comfy chairs? This month, members of The Art of Home Club are stitching up the sweetest scenes with our brand-new May Collection: Sittin’ Pretty!

Spring is in the air, and we’re celebrating with a fresh new release from The Art of Home Club! Our April 1st Collection, “Our Neighborhood”, is bursting with cozy charm, creativity, and mix-and-match fun—and we can’t wait to show you what our Club members are diving into this month!

This cheerful Collection is all about building your own “neighborhood” of stitched memories—using a delightful variety of blocks, colors, and techniques. Whether you love applique, embroidery, or piecing (or all three!), this month’s project lineup has something special just for you.

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This super cute Umbrella reminds us that we can celebrate the rain – and it is fun to dance in!  This pattern was originally part of my “Silver Linings” Sew along from 2020 – and I just loved seeing how everyone that participated in that project interpreted my designs to make their own special projects!  You can reduce or enlarge this to any size you want for any project- it would be great on any type of home decor or kitchen item, such as a wall hanging, pot holder, dish towel, etc. (Hand embroidery pattern only, this pattern not available for machine ...

There’s something about a cozy country kitchen that warms the heart—maybe it’s the scent of freshly baked bread, the sight of homemade jam on the counter, or the comforting presence of a steaming cup of coffee. If you love the charm of vintage kitchens and the nostalgia of handcrafted treasures, Grandma’s Country Kitchen is just for you!

What’s in These Quilting Projects?

This delightful set of designs, inspired by the heart of a grandmother’s home, features a variety of beautiful, farmhouse-style quilted projects that are perfect for adding a touch of rustic charm to ...

Earlier today we released our “Sewing Through the Seasons” collection for The Art of Home Club!  This pattern contains a wall hangings that are perfect for our members to use in their “Happy Place” (aka their Sewing Room!).

The designs include FIVE seasonal sewing machines that can be used in the project including our interchangeable wall hanging that you can use all year long!  The designs can be done in either hand embroidery or in applique.  And our Members can learn either of these techniques with the included tutorials and videos.

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Earlier today we released our “Chickie & Peeps” collection for The Art of Home Club!  This pattern contains a quilt, Table Runner, and Place Mats with an Easter or Spring theme.  Our members can get started now early in the year and have these projects done in time for spring decorating!

The designs include SIX cute little springtime chicks that can be added to the projects in either hand embroidery or in applique.  And our Members can learn either of these techniques with the included tutorials and videos.

Members of The Art of Home Club get brand new patterns and projects ...