Monthly Archives: January 2013
History Repeated: My new fabric

Hello again- I’ve shared many new fabrics with you over the past few posts and I’m very pleased to share a few more today. I may be a bit biased, but I think these are quite delightful. I have a new collection of my own fabrics that is available online and in the store now. […]
- January 31, 2013
- / Category Fabric
- / Posted By Julie
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A Spicy Hit from Jo Morton

The name Spice Market most certainly describes this collection of fabric from Jo Morton. They are a delight! I’ve just started sewing with these and I love the way they add a shot of warmth to a quilt. This collection of twenty fat quarters is available online and in the store now. Isn’t time you added a […]
- January 30, 2013
- / Category Fabric
- / Posted By Julie
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Spring is calling…

Hello- As the cold wind blows outside, I can’t help but look forward to spring…the birds chirping, flowers sprouting through the soil, everything fresh and new. I would like nothing better than to enjoy a lovely cup of tea in a romantic English garden and enjoy the springtime air. Mary Koval’s new fabric, Rebecca, is […]
- January 28, 2013
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- / Posted By Julie
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Another Hit from Judie Rothermel – 25th Anniversary Fabrics

Hello Again- If you’re a Judie Rothermel fan, you’ll be excited to see yet another new group of fabrics from her– Judie Rothermel’s 25th Anniversary. This Civil War reproduction fabric is a must have! I’ve added it to my stash and I’m already playing with it in a few different quilts. With 26 fat quarters […]
- January 26, 2013
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- / Posted By Julie
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Civil War Melodies

Hello everyone, I have a huge soft spot for Civil War era quilts and fabric, so when Judie Rothermel released her new Civil War Melodies fabric, I couldn’t have been more pleased. This collection of 26 fat quarters beautifully showcases traditional styles from the Civil War era. I can’t wait to incorporate these into a quilt. […]
- January 23, 2013
- / Category Fabric
- / Posted By Julie
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New Colonies Fabric

Hello again- We have so many new fabrics in store and online now,it was hard to decide what to write about first. I thought that, for the New Year, I’d start with New Colonies fabric from Windham. This line of fabrics, designed by Nancy Gere, is reminiscent of the vivid, bright colors favored by many in […]
- January 22, 2013
- / Category Fabric, Uncategorized
- / Posted By Julie
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Primitive Christmas

Hello again- This folk art-inspired quilt– Primitive Christmas— evokes warm feelings of a simpler time. Nine patch blocks ground a wool tree and ornaments; this quilt couldn’t be easier to piece. At 18″ x 24″, this would be an ideal little quilt to frame up and give as a Christmas gift. Keep your New Year’s […]
- January 19, 2013
- / Category Christmas, Small Quilts
- / Posted By Julie
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A year round treasure

Hi everyone! I love this new quilt– Merry Christmas in July. Now, I know it’s not the holiday season and, judging by the thermometer, we’re no where close to July, but no matter! This 30″ x 46″ beauty in deep reds and greens is a welcome sight regardless of the season. Until next time, Julie
- January 17, 2013
- / Category Small Quilts
- / Posted By Julie
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My Parade of Homes

Hello everyone, If you you are looking for quick and easy project to start off your New Year, take a peek at our Mini Houses quilt kit and pattern (included). This 16″ x 22″ quilt uses sweet reproduction fabrics in greens, reds, and browns to create the most darling neighborhood I’ve seen in a long time! […]
- January 15, 2013
- / Category Small Quilts
- / Posted By Julie
- / 1 Comment.
This gets my stamp of approval!

Hello and Happy New Year to all of you! I’m very excited to bring new things to all of you in 2013…new fabric, kits, ideas, and tips. I’m going to kick off the new year with a kit that we have in the store and online called Stamp— this 62″ x 74″ quilt is composed of […]
- January 10, 2013
- / Category Uncategorized
- / Posted By Julie
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