(Like a weighted blanket, but warmer!)

Featured Fabrics: The Blank Quilting Corp. Gypsy Flutter by Elsie Ess

Pattern Design by: Amy Simmonds of Stitched by Starlight (@stitchedbystarlight )

Sewn by: Amy Simmonds of Stitched by Starlight (@stitchedbystarlight )

Baby, It’s Cold Outside!  Whether it’s snowy where you are, or if it’s just colder than normal (I remember 60 degrees feeling cold when I

Tell us about yourself.

Hi, I’m Angel, a freelancer focusing on illustration and fine art. I currently live in Minnesota with my kind husband and our 3 adorable kids. I stumbled upon surface pattern design around 2016, inspired by a blog (ironic, I know) showcasing their beautiful work and inspiring collaborations. Despite no formal training, I’ve honed my skills through online

Featured Fabric: The Blank Quilting Corp. Lettuce Make Peas by Angel Nicole

Designed by: Lindsay Conner

Sewn by: Lindsay Conner

Do you have trouble keeping track of your gardening tools? Sew this DIY Garden Bucket Apron so they’ll never wander off again! We love this sturdy gardening apron, which can be tied around a 5-gallon utility bucket or tied around your waist for

Have you heard all the buzz about the Hub? If you love sewing and quilting, this is THE place to be.

SIY – Sew It Yourself™ is a Jaftex Corporation initiative that aims to inspire, motivate, and educate to grow sewing confidence. Over the last two years, we’ve been providing a vibrant community of support for sewists of all skill levels,

Featuring: Henry Glass Fabrics Stand Tall by Janet Rae Nesbitt

Pattern Design by: Heidi Pridemore

Sewn by: Heidi Pridemore

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

I love large and roomy tote bags for those long shopping trips or to take on your next adventure. This tote bag is designed for people on the go and perfect for beginners who have not tackled a tote bag project

By Lindsay Conner

Do you have big goals for the new year? Many people set personal resolutions around January, and one popular longing is to get organized! Organizing and displaying a fabric stash can be a satisfying task, and one which can jumpstart your creativity. By having fabrics and notions sorted, you’ll enjoy many benefits such as easy access, less time

Featuring: Henry Glass Fabrics Butterflies and Blooms by Gail Pan
Pattern Design by: Meredith Daniel
Sewn by: Meredith Daniel

I love sewing for the holidays, and some of my favorite decor items are banners and pictures. Today, I’m showing you how to use simple appliqué to make a text banner to hang on the wall. This one even includes grommets for easy hanging,

Tell us about yourself.

 Hi, I’m Gail Pan. I have been sewing and crafting for most of my life, and I love it! I live just outside Melbourne Australia with my husband Bart. I started my business Gail Pan Designs in 2003.

What inspires you?

I started designing fabric in 2013 after being asked to do so. It was a bit daunting at

Featuring: Studio E Fabrics Hothouse Magic by Chelsea DesignWorks

Pattern Design by: Karen Montgomery

Sewn by: Karen Montgomery

This fun travel bag and its interesting shape will set you apart from the crowd.  The roomy interior is perfect for holding everything you need.  Make it a shoulder bag or a cross-body bag with a custom-length strap.

Skills Learned: Working with interesting shapes, inserting a gusset

Skill

By Lindsay Conner

Sometimes, the path to becoming a retail quilt shop owner and BERNINA sewing machine dealer might be winding. It certainly was for shop owner Jolene Fitch! Jolene had recently retired from her career in healthcare administration when she wandered into her local quilt shop to purchase a gift certificate for a friend. The next thing she knew, she