20 Patterns -Part 1

Posted on July 14, 2021 by QWBlog

In a previous blog (Classic Pattern Redo) I talked about how fun it is to fulfill the daily orders that come in to QuiltWoman.com. I love to see the different styles and interests of our customers, and also getting the chance to look at some of our older patterns.

Looking back over June sales I have compiled a list of the most ordered patterns last month. I thought that I would share with you the wonderful variety that is peaking our customers interest.

Since there are so many different patterns that were ordered last month that I couldn’t possibly put them all in one or two blogs ….I narrowed it down to the top 20. Here is the countdown from #20 -#11. (next week I will share #10 all the way to #1!)

#20 PC-218 Morse Code

Showcase some interesting large prints or stripes in an asymmetrical strip quilt. Choose lap or double size.

Finished Sizes:
Lap/Throw: 55 1/2″ x 67 1/2″
Double: 83 3/4″ x 102″

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Technique: Pieced

#19 CF-224 Take Four Placemat

Turn Four coordinating fat quarters into four placemats with this quick and easy pattern!

A set of four placemats can be finished in an afternoon! Consider making a set for every season or for gifts. There are five different variations you can make.

These are great for a “Make and Take” workshop.

Finished Placemat Size: 13″ x 17″

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Technique: Pieced

#18 YHQ-100 Hunter’s Star

Make this dynamic Hunter’s Star quilt pattern with no special ruler or template. It simply starts with rectangles and it’s easy. If you are comfortable with a rotary cutter and have a good quarter inch seam you’ll be amazed at how simple it is to make a Hunter’s Star quilt.

Finished Sizes:
Miniature: 15″ x 21″
Lap and Throw: 56″ x 68″
Queen / King: 92″ x 104″

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Technique: Pieced

#17 CTD-1025 Miss Midi Purse

Miss Midi is larger than a wallet and smaller than most purses. It has 1 outside and 3 inside secure zippered pockets with sleeves, 20 slots for  credit / loyalty cards. It will hold a mini tablet and a phone. With the adjustable strap use it over the shoulder or as a cross body bag.

Finished Size: 9″ x 6″ x 2″

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

#16 UCQ-P57 Away We Go

This fun and functional baby quilt would look cute made in any collection of fabrics. The pattern features easy to read directions and simple piecing, so the quilt goes together fast!  A great go-to pattern for any baby quilts that you need to make.

Finished Size: Baby/Crib 45″ x 60″

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Technique: Pieced

#15 PC-199 Layers

Showcase a 42″ square panel in this easy quilt pattern – fracture and re-assemble the components after framing them. Instructions included for three size options.

Finished Sizes:
Lap and Throw: 53 3/4″ x 62 1/4″
Twin/Double: 82 1/4″ x 84 3/4″
Queen: 91 3/4″ x 107 1/4″

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Technique: Pieced

#14 SP-210 Thank You Troops

Thank You Troops quilt pattern is easy to read, step by step from start to finish. This pattern has only two pattern pieces, one square and one triangle. Three different sizes to choose from. Meets Quilts of Valor size requirements.

Finished Sizes:
Small Wall Hanging: 35″ x 35″
Wall Hanging: 46 1/2″ x 46 1/2″
Quilt of Valor: 58″ x 80 1/2″

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Technique: Pieced

#13 FCP-033 Fresh Eggs

This wall hanging pattern uses easy fusible applique. Bring a chicken coop and their eggs into your home! The appliqued chicken parts are mix and match, providing you a multitude of combinations to fill your coop with.

Finished Size: 15″ x 27″

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Technique: Pieced/Fusible Applique

#12 CTD-1023 Executive Tote

Make this tote pattern in your favorite colors. This Executive Tote will sit securely over the handle of your suitcase or carry on bag and easily fits within airlines personal item limits. Generous in size with pockets inside, it will contain everything you need for your next leisure or business trip.

Finished Size: 13″ x 6″ x 17″

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

#11 SP-212 Broad Stripes, Bright Stars

Easy to read, step by step instructions. Only TWO pattern pieces, one square and one triangle. Four designs to choose from.

Use this pattern to create placemats, wall hangings, pillows, etc.

Finished Sizes:
Broad Strips: 15 1/2″ x 21 1/2″
Bright Stars: 17″ x 24 1/2″
Land of the Free: 15 1/2″ x 20″
Home of the Brave: 18 1/2″ x 24 1/2″

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Technique: Pieced

Next week I will share #10 all the way to #1.

To order any of the above patterns follow the links (pattern name or image) to QuiltWoman.com. All patterns are available as instant downloads or paper patterns.

Happy Quilting!

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Flip Flip Dot

Posted on June 30, 2021 by QWBlog

While browsing the Quiltwoman.com website I saw a classic pattern that I really liked. I liked it because the pattern looked very versatile. With just a quick change of fabrics it could be used for anyone. It is called Flip Flop Dot (MD-68) and was designed by Marlous Carter of Marlous Designs.

You can see our full selection of Marlous Designs patterns here.

Flip Flop Dot Quilt Pattern MD-68

The Flip Flop Dot pattern includes instructions for three size options: Lap/Throw, Twin, and Queen. The pattern is great for stash busting but would also work well with a layer cake.

Heavy Metal

Upon seeing Flip Flop Dot I immediately thought about the new fabric line Heavy Metal by Northcott. Heavy Metal has two colorways Pewter and Gold that will be in stores by December 2021. I couldn’t wait to “redo” Flip Flop Dot in this cool fabric.

And when it was finished I wasn’t disappointed. Of course, I didn’t stop there.

This fabric line is called Bliss Basics by Northcott.

Or how about using just two colors?

This would make a great gift quilt. Choose your recipients favorite colors, team colors, or holiday colors in solids or prints. In darker colors this makes a great guy quilt.

You can pick up your copy of Flip Flop Dot on the QuiltWoman.com website today. Available as both an instant download or paper pattern.

Happy Quilting!

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Classic Pattern Redo

Posted on June 17, 2021 by QWBlog

Even though I have worked for QuiltWoman.com for many years I still have not seen all of the patterns that we currently carry.  There are just so many of them! 

The bonus of working for QuiltWoman.com is getting the first peak at all of the new patterns that our amazing designers are writing and of course seeing all the new fabric lines that are soon to be released. 

Also I enjoy fulfilling the daily orders from our customers. It gives me a chance to see what patterns they have found on the website and what is catching their eyes.

Here is one that was recently ordered that I had not seen before. 

Modern Simplicity BS2-410

Although this is one of our classic patterns I thought that it would be perfect for some of the fabric lines by Northcott that are coming out soon.

Like Color Collage….

Color Collage

Or Fleurs

Fleurs

Maybe a patriotic theme like Stars and stripes.

Stars and Stripes

Or perhaps one of the great Christmas fabric lines, batiks, or solids.  The big blocks are great for a large print focus fabric or even space to show off your quilting skills.  Really the options are endless.  You just have to use your imagination.

To purchase Modern Simplicity BS2-410 CLICK HERE.

To browse our full selection of patterns CLICK HERE.

~~Happy Quilting~~

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Water Lily Surprise

Posted on May 26, 2021 by QWBlog

I am still in the first year of owning my new home here in Western NY. Fall was beautiful as the large maple tree in front showed its colors.  Winter gave me a chance for rest and settling in.  Now, as winter turns into spring I am pleasantly surprised to watch the landscape around the house change.  The previous owners must have enjoyed their gardening.

Along with daffodils, allium, peony, and many other perennials I haven’t identified ….. I’m almost positive there are some weeds that have tricked me into thinking that they are not.  That should sort itself out by the end of the season. 

One of my unidentified plants….thought it was dead.

One of my biggest surprises was in the small pond.  I recently embarked on the task of spring cleaning much to the disappointment of the pair of ducks and frogs that were enjoying the muck filled water.   

Yuck!

The water is now clean and the water lilies are moved into place along with a small fountain. 

Anyone with a pond or pool knows what comes next. Maintenance. The daily struggle of leaves, pollen, cottonwood, etc. falling into the pond/pool that needs to be scooped out to keep it clean. 

My wandering into the yard to do this task was rewarded yesterday though with three beautiful water lilies that seemed to have bloomed overnight.  I hadn’t even noticed the buds while cleaning and moving the pots about. 

They are so pretty.  Can’t wait to see what comes up next!

~~Barb

Here are three patterns that we have on the QuiltWoman.com website that feature the Water Lily.

July Water Lily MGD-708
Tranquility CQA-102

July Water Lily (MGD-708) 24” x 48” Pieced and Applique pattern. This pattern is part of a Botanical Series that was created by Reeze Hanson of Morning Glory Designs. Click Here to view our full selection of MGD patterns.

Tranquility (CQA-102) Wall Hanging 18″ x 33″. Three paper pieced blocks and simple machine applique are combined to create this striking home accent quilt. Designed by Cathy Thomas of Little House Quilts. Click Here to view our full selection of CQA patterns.

and Water Lilies and Dragonflies CJC-55141.  Lap/Throw panel pattern that features the fabric line Water Dance by Timeless Treasures. This is a new pattern by Diane McGregor of Castilleja Cotton. Click Here to view our full selection of CJC patterns.

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Stitch and Flip Adventures

Posted on May 19, 2021 by QWBlog

by Kathleen Khosravi of Olive Leaf Quilts

Have you ever looked at a quilt with thousands of little pieces and wondered how someone found the time and fortitude to make such a thing. Well, sometimes there are easier ways.

My latest pattern called, “Little Gems” uses a technique commonly known as the “stitch and flip” method. I love this method because it is accurate and simple. First one draws a diagonal line across the wrong side of a square. It is placed in the corner of a second square with right sides together. After sewing directly on the diagonal line it is trimmed ¼ inch from the sewing line. Finally what is left is flipped open and pressed. Two triangles are trimmed off and discarded, and discard them I did until several things became glaringly obvious to me.

1. Most of the time I was using 2½ inch squares so I had consistently sized triangles left over. 

2. Sewing these triangles together as I trimmed made storing and saving them easy to manage. 

All those perfect little triangles ceased to be trash but instead became a resource. Now I save every one of them and when I have enough I will turn them into a quilt with thousands of little pieces. Then I will be the person of whom people think, “She has too much time on her hands.” What can I say? A woman’s got to do what a woman’s got to do.

~Happy Quilting!

Get Your Copy Today!
Little Gems Quilt Pattern OLQ-104

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Kathleen Khosravi patterns here.!

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“It’s the Little Things” Kit-of-the-Month

Posted on March 10, 2021 by QWBlog

The other day I was thinking that I have SO many quilts and a crazy number of pillows that I just don’t “need” any more but I still want to keep making things. I love playing with my GO! Cutter and using up fabric and craft supplies I have on hand. So I thought about where I could put small wall hangings and of course there are lots of little spaces around the house where I could hang up my new wall art like above doorways and skinny little spots between door frames. I’m sure there are many other people who are in the same situation. This inspired me to create little kits that are very fast to make with fusible appliqué.

Introducing “It’s the Little Things” Kit-of-the-Month:

Each kit is retail only $14.99 and includes US shipping

Only available from QuiltWoman.com

Small kit can be made into wall art, pillow, table mat, etc.

  • Each kit includes:
    • All materials (except thread and glue)
    • FREE Pattern
    • Free Embellishments like beads/buttons/yarn
    • Batting and Backing

All of the appliqué pieces are PREFUSED and PRECUT so there is very little sewing. Great for kids or beginners

Nest Builder

Here is our first kit for March 2021: “Nest Builder” (Item #NDD-300K)   8 ½” x 14 ½”

Nest Builder comes with button, beads, and yarn for embellishments. All you need to add is your own thread and permanent fabric glue.

Lots of options: You can make a wall hanging, pillow, table mat, door décor – whatever you like. I am making these cute little kits so that there is no binding but of course you could add binding if you want. The embellishments can be sewn on but I glued them to make it faster and easier. You can sew around the appliqué pieces with blanket or zigzag stitch if it will be washed much or you just like the look or love doing it. I use Heat-N-Bond Lite fusible so you can sew through it or not. If you don’t sew it, you can still hand wash the item carefully and if any pieces come loose, just glue them back down.

Pattern designed by Nancy Dill

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Quick and Easy Machine Quilting

Posted on February 28, 2021 by QWBlog

This is one of the main features that encouraged Sandy Petsche to design her new pattern series Quick Kids Quilts.

Big pattern pieces, no triangles, beginner friendly, all two-color quilts, and all smaller size quilts all of these features help to make these patterns very easy to machine quilt with your own machine and a walking foot.

There are several ways to quilt these quilts so here is an example using one of the designs showing you a variety of ways you can accomplish your quilting very easily.

Mark lines as needed using any marking pen or chalk that is easily removed when you are finished.

Below you will see diagrams of the following:

The first picture is a baby quilt with no quilting.

Option #1: Sew in the seams (stitch in the ditch) that go from edge to edge.

Options #2 and #3: When the seams lines do not all go from edge to edge, mark a straight line from seam line to seam line across the fabric that does not have a seam. This makes a continuous quilting line across the quilt top.

Last image 1.2.3: When more quilting is needed or desired, mark off additional quilting lines from edge to edge.

Instead of stitching in the ditch, this last option below is to sew on either or both sides of the seams using your presser foot as a guide.

How much quilting is required?

Check the manufacturer directions on the batting package to see how many inches apart the quilting should be. Note: there is no such thing as too much quilting it is up to you!

Thread colors are also your choice. One tip is to use beige or light gray if you have many colors of fabric to sew across. These blend in pretty well. Another great idea is to use a variegated (multi-color) thread. These look really nice for quilting that show up on purpose. REMEMBER to match your bobbin thread to the back of your quilt if you want it to blend in and not show up. 

Try out some colors on scraps and have fun!!

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Helpful Hints by Sandy Petsche

Posted on February 1, 2021 by QWBlog

Designer Sandy Petsche has recently put out two new pattern series: Quick Kids Quilts and Quick Gift Quilts. Each series is a collection of patterns that feature big pattern pieces, easy cutting, no triangles, beginner friendly, and all just two-color quilts.

The following is a list of great tips and tricks to help you along the way as you create one of Sandy’s fun quilts.

What great tips!

To purchase one of Sandy Petsche’s patterns visit us at QuiltWoman.com!!

Happy Quilting!!

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Twisted Hearts

Posted on December 30, 2020 by QWBlog

by Mary Ann Sprague, of Mary Ann’s Makings

Over the last few years, I’ve experimented with foundation paper-pieced quilts and table runners. Through paper-piecing, I’ve explored the world of Celtic knots, incorporating shadows into the quilt top to show the over/under of the woven ribbons. I’ve greatly enjoyed creating these Celtic knot patterns. (I’ve learned a lot about MS Visio in the process as well 😊)

Not everyone is as attached to traditional Celtic knots as I am.  I started looking for a more traditional image that also utilized my Celtic templates. The Twisted Hearts pattern (MAM-150) fulfills that goal. The interlocking hearts are easily recognizable and the best part of the pattern is that it has only two unique template blocks!

I did this sample with Valentine’s Day colors, but it could also be a wedding, anniversary, or baby shower gift in the recipient’s favorite colors.

When I created my sample, I wrestled with how to quilt it. I do all my own machine quilting on the Singer Featherweight I received from my mom. It was her first big purchase after she got married in 1953.  I have a fondness for doodle quilting, or meandering on my Featherweight.  Some people call it stippling, but I’ve always thought of it as doodling.

For this quilt, I wanted to extend the heart theme into the machine quilting. I found a number of different stencils and techniques that included hearts, but many of them required a consistency in the hearts and structure I wasn’t sure I could provide. Finally, I saw a picture of a meandering loop and heart pattern that was perfect for my personal quilting style. After a few test runs, I proceeded to use it for most of the quilt.

I hope people find this design intriguing and useful for a variety of occasions.  The Twisted Hearts pattern includes a cutting chart for the individual fabric pieces, assembly diagrams, labels and a primer for those new to foundation paper-piecing (or if you just need a refresher 😊).

If you like this pattern, check out my other patterns on QuiltWoman.com, https://www.quiltwoman.com/mam-mary-ann-sprague/ .

Click Here to purchase your copy of Twisted Hearts

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Christmas Topiary

Posted on December 2, 2020 by QWBlog

Christmas! It is the happiest time of the year for so many of us. I think that part of the reason we love Christmas so much is because we take the time to add beauty to our surroundings. These acts are built into the very traditions that we cherish.  There is a mystical nature to beauty. First we create it,  then we experience it with our five senses. Beauty in part, is the physiological and emotional response to that which touches the heart. Beauty helps us to hope.  The next time something beautiful puts a smile on your face, pay attention, or maybe just give thanks.

As a quilt maker, I am able to add Christmas quilts to my seasonal domain. I like doing this because not only does it provide a visual impact, but a tactile one as well. Quilts beg to be looked at and touched. Pictured below is a smile maker that I call “Christmas Topiary”.

This quilt is a perfect example of the contextual nature of color. Few color combinations evoke such strong and immediate associations as red and green. The combination transports our thoughts to Christmas.  A topiary is a perennial plant, trained into a distinct shape. Tie it with a bow of decorative ribbon and it becomes a fanciful object. Use red and green in the design and it belongs in the genre of Christmas.

Red and green are found in opposite positions on the color wheel. This means they are complementary and very high in contrast and visual tension. Because of this, too much can be jarring, and distress the eye. Therefore, their use must be measured. Still, when complimentary colors are used in correct proportions, they are a pleasure to look at.

I wish for the reader a joyful and blessed Christmas Season with many Christmas quilts to come!

~Kathleen Khosravi

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