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Today is the official kick off of the Simply Sweet Sew Along! To celebrate Berry & Sage, the first installment of Lori’s new series of collections, Lori Holt In Color, we’re making a runner version of Lori’s Simply Sweet Quilt Pattern! Starting today, Monday, April 6th, 2026, we are sewing up something sweet together for the Simply Sweet Sew Along. Keep reading for all the details and to find out how you can join in on the scrappy fun of this sew along.

When is the Simply Sweet Sew Along?

Mark your calendars so you don’t blink ...

A star-spangled stitch along is just around the corner, and we are so excited to share all the stitchy details with you today! Designed to match the Scrappy Americana Flag Quilt, the Scrappy Americana Flag Stitch Along is a four-month stitch along from Lori Holt. Join Kimberly starting in April 2026 as we stitch our way to the official 250th anniversary of the United States. Keep reading for all the stitchy details!

Stitch Along Supplies

Kimberly is stitching hers on Natural Rustico 14 Count Aida by Wichelt and is using the called for DMC thread. The pattern is written for ...

Lori Holt is introducing a series of collections called Lori Holt In Color, inviting makers to explore the beauty of color—two hues at a time. To celebrate the first collection in the series, Berry & Sage, we’re making a runner version of Lori’s Simply Sweet Quilt Pattern! Starting in April 2026, join us for the quick, three-week-long Simply Sweet Sew Along full of scrappy fun and nostalgic joy.

We are sew excited to celebrate the beauty of berry and sage hues by sewing something sweet with Lori Holt’s new collection, Berry & Sage, for Riley Blake Designs. Join ...

 As the USA celebrates 250th year of the signing of the Declaration of Independence I'm excited to share this trunk show in a couple of weeks!

Last week, I finished the first Quilt of Valor. It took just two days to get it quilted with the star and swirl pantograph called Blue Star. I removed it from the longarm and spread it out on the floor to check the stitching and take a photo.

Next was to trim it, and make the binding. I put this on by machine this time, as time is of the essence right now. I sew the binding to the back, then fold to the front and topstitch.

I used the same light blue background star print as the print sections ...

The first Saturday of February is the Quilts of Valor (QOV) Foundation’s National Sew Day, and this year, we’re joining in on this special day of sewing, connection, and gratitude by making a few of the 2026 Block of the Year, Echoes. Keep reading to learn more about this year’s block, the National Block Drive, and some of the National Sew Day 2026 fun you can expect when you register to participate!

Echoes – 2026 Block of the Year

The 2026 Block of the Year, Echoes, was designed and written by Nancy Cann and finishes at 10″ square ...

This year is the United States’ 250th Birthday, and we are sew ready to celebrate! Some of you (our Facebook members, specifically) have been asking for ideas of what to sew to celebrate, and today, we get to officially announce the Celebrating 250 Years of America Quilt Along. Starting in February 2026, join us for this year-long quilt along full of scrappy fun, summertime style, and a sampling of traditional quilt blocks.

Celebrate this milestone all year long with us as we piece a patriotic version of the Peppermint Rose Quilt from the Celebrate with Quilts book by Lissa Alexander ...

 Welcome back for block 7, Laurel Wreaths.

You will make 2 of these this month.

As you have probably seen on our social media, I’ve been working on a new version of the All American Quilt by It’s Sew Emma in Lori Holt’s most recent fabric collection, Americana. As promised, I’m back with all the details you need to make one just like mine!

You’re Invited

This year, Lori Holt has an all-new patriotic collection called Americana that I just couldn’t wait to start sewing with! The first project on my list was a re-color of the All American Quilt in Americana, which adds a bit more color and ...

Calling all quilters for a star-spangled new sew along! Whether you love traditional piecing or prefer foundation paper piecing, the Scrappy Americana Flag Sew Along is for you. The pattern is written for both traditional and paper piecing, and we can’t wait to see which quilty adventure you choose for this sew along. Join Kimberly and Lori Holt in this ten-month sew along starting in May 2025 to sew a patchwork flag quilt using Lori Holt’s new Americana Collection from Riley Blake Designs.

Fabric Requirements

Kimberly will be sewing ...

For this speedy, star-spangled sew along, I’m inviting you to make a tablerunner version of the FREE Brave & True Quilt Pattern using Americana by Lori Holt for Riley Blake Designs. I’ll be sewing mine with fabric from the Fat Quarter Bundle of Americana, and the fun kicks off today, Wednesday, April 9th. Keep reading for the fabric requirements, schedule, and all the quilty details on how you can sew along with me!

Fabric Requirements and Supplies

Since I won’t use all the fabric from the ...

Every year, I take some time during the spring and summer months to make some quilty patriotic projects, and 2025 has some star-spangled stunners on the docket! Keep reading to learn about an exciting re-color of one of my favorite patterns, a new FREE pattern you can use for Quilts of Valor, a scrappy tablerunner to sew along with me, and an exciting new pattern from Lori Holt with a sew along!

Brave & True FREE Quilt Pattern

Supplies

• Brave & True Quilt Kit Featuring Bella Solids by Moda Fabrics
• Backing Set for Brave & True Quilt Kit
• Brave & True Quilt Pattern Free ...

The Fourth of July is here! It’s time for grilling out, fireworks, and a dash of star-spangled cross stitch designs. When it comes to cross stitch, there are so many fun patriotic designs to choose from, and most of them require just a few colors. Plus, if you stay to end we have a sale for you!

Do you have red, white and blue? Then you’re ready to go! We’ve gathered several patriotic patterns to stitch. Scroll on to see some of the patriotic designs!

1. American Spirit

Does your heart ring true for the red, white ...

Oh, say, do you see… another fun quilt along! Show your love of all things Red, White, and Blue with The Heart of America four-part quilt along. The beautiful Heart of America Quilt pays homage to the land we love (and as a bonus, it meets the size and design requirements to be a Quilt of Valor)! 

The Heart of America Quilt is a beautiful medallion design that finishes at 60.5″ x 70.5″ It’s precut-friendly, too! It starts with a fat eighth bundle and some yardage for the background and accent.

Quilt Along Supplies

Although we sold ...

Oh, say, do you see… another fun quilt along! Show your love of all things Red, White, and Blue with The Heart of America four-part quilt along. The beautiful Heart of America Quilt pays homage to the land we love (and as a bonus, it meets the size and design requirements to be a Quilt of Valor)! 

The Heart of America Quilt is a beautiful medallion design that finishes at 60.5″ x 70.5″ It’s precut-friendly, too! It starts with a fat eighth bundle and some yardage for the background and accent.

You can find all the supplies ...