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There’s something so charming about a barn quilt, isn’t there?

Maybe it’s the bold geometric shapes…
Or the way those colorful blocks stand proudly against a weathered barn…
Or maybe it’s the feeling of tradition—of something handmade and meaningful that’s meant to be seen and shared.

This month inside The Art of Home Club, we’re bringing that same spirit into your sewing room with our April Collection: Barn Quilts—and I think you’re going to have so much fun with it.

A Quilt Inspired by Classic Barn Quilt Style

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There’s something so fun about opening a brand new tool for your sewing room… don’t you think?

Today, I’m sharing a little “happy mail” moment with you — I just received my new Oliso M3Pro Project iron, and I couldn’t wait to open it up and give it a try!

There’s something magical about this time of year.

The snow may still be falling… the trees may still be bare… and yet we begin to crave color. Bright, joyful color. The kind that feels hopeful. The kind that reminds us spring is coming.

That’s exactly the spirit behind our March Collection in The Art of Home Club — Nordic Blooms.

Inspired by traditional Norwegian folk art, this collection is filled with bold florals, rich reds, deep navy, warm golden tones, and that unmistakable Scandinavian charm.

It’s cozy.
It’s vibrant.
And it absolutely glows against a winter backdrop ...

Stitching life’s most meaningful moments

Some projects are about color and creativity… and some are about meaning.

The Cherished Memories Collection was designed for those once-in-a-lifetime moments—the ones that deserve to be stitched into something lasting. Whether you’re celebrating a wedding, a new home, or another milestone worth remembering, this collection gives you a beautiful way to turn fabric and thread into a keepsake that tells a story.

A Collection Rooted in Symbolism

At the heart of the Cherished Memories Collection is the Log Cabin block, a timeless design rich with meaning. Traditionally, the Log Cabin represents ...

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.

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!

What Makes This Collection So Sweet ...

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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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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:

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.

What’s Inside the Collection ...

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 ...

Yesterday we released our “Folk Art Valentine” collection for The Art of Home Club!  This pattern contains a table topper and place mats with a fun valentine theme.  Our members can get busy in making Valentine themed projects in time for February decorating!

The designs are inspired by folk art, which can sometimes be dark, but this is a bright happy palette! There are 5 folk art inspired heart designs that can be appliqued or hand embroidered. The heart and flower designs are also pretty done in spring colors, and are not limited to Valentine’s day!

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Earlier today we released our “Floral Fantasy” collection for The Art of Home Club!  This pattern contains a quilt, wall hanging, and table runner.

These projects were inspired by “Art Nouveau” flowers that I have been seeing more and more of – and we 5 different flowers in both applique and hand embroidery that our members can use in making their projects.

Members of The Art of Home Club get brand new patterns and projects like these on the 1st of every month.

As with all of our Collections, these designs are perfect to “mix & match” with other Club projects – the ...