Fun Quilt Block Quiz

All the gals on one of my online quilt guilds are having fun with this quiz. It is a test of your knowledge of quilt blocks! I thought it was very tricky and I got 63% (I guess I need to study harder). Click here to Take the Quiz Now and don't forget to post your results in the comments section!

Itty Bitty Stitchery Kit-ty

I just finished this Little Stitchy project from Bareroots. I came across Bareroots at Quilt Market this spring and was absolutely enamored by the adorable designs that combine, applique, a wee bit of piecing and stitchery. I did this one in flannel to enhance the "homey feel". We have it all kitted up and the Itty Bitty Stitchery Kit-ty is only 9.99. The kit contains all the fabric, the batting and the pattern. We put in some fusible web for the applique but the pieces are so tiny I recommend just cutting them freehand to save a tonne of aggravation (learned that the hard way!). Oh and there are floss kits available seperately if you don't have a floss collection at home!

Here is the link to purchase it online: Itty Bitty Stitchery Kit-ty

Black and White from Loralie & Pansies

We got a terrific assortment of black and white prints from Loralie Designs today. My favourites are the sewing themed prints ... there are sewing machines (that look like featherweights), scissors and Mannequins!

Also a stunning group of English Fabrics from Fabric Freedom UK. The first collection is a small one...but it is stunning: Pansy. There are also some gorgeous tone on tones and blenders, and a William Morris grouping. I'll scan and post more of them later!

Texture Magic

We have a really interesting new interfacing in stock. Texture Magic is a steam activated shrinking fabric. Sew Texture Magic to the back of your fabric, apply steam, & the fabric will magically shrink 30% in all directions, creating a beautiful textured effect. Here are some samples ... when you are in the store be sure to check them out!
The Texture Magic was sewn to the back of the fabric using straight lines stitched about 1/2" apart - presto -once steamed it looks like this:
In the second sample we attached the Texture Magic to the back of the fabric with a fairly dense stipple design - apply steam and ala kazam you have this:
In the last sample we sewed the Texture Magic to the fabric using a 1 inch grid as the stitch pattern. Apply the steam and abracadabra ... this is the wonderful result:Many thanks to Cheryl for making up the samples for us! Wouldn't the textured fabric be a terrific accent on a tote bag? Try it with the brand new Claire Bag from Lazy Girl Designs.



Be warned ... you can't iron it or it will get quite hard! Click here to purchase online: Texture Magic

New Grouping of Batiks

Isn't this a stunning grouping of batiks? They just came in today and are priced at only 12.99/metre.

This Week's Special: Rotary Blades

Notions Added to Website

We have been adding more of our notions to the website...this is a sampling of some of our best selling notions! If you are looking for something but can't find it just send me an email and I will track it down for you!

Bohin Mechanical Chalk Pencil Water soluble, can be washed out or erased with any fabric eraser. Very fine line ios 0.9 mm.



Bohin Flat Head Applique Pins
Extremely fine point to minimize holes, excellent resistance and strength. We love these for use with Quilt Patis and Puff Quilting Clips.



Perfect Circles
4 each of 15 sizes from 7/16in to 2in, plus ring to store circles & detailed instructions for hand or machine applique.



Machingers S/M and Machingers M/L Machingers quilting gloves are the perfect tool to use when quilting on a home sewing machine. Made of breathable nylon, Machingers are comfortable enough to wear for hours. The fingertip coating gives full control with less resistance and drag on fabric while quilting.

Bias Tape Maker 3/4 inch, Bias Tape Maker 1/2 inch, Bias Tape Maker 1/4 inch . For a perfectly matched bias tape, make your own! It is easy simply cut bias strips 4 times finished width and press as it's pulled through the tape maker.


Solvy Lightweight Water Soluble Stabilizer 19 1/2in x 3yds It's like magic! The perfect stabilizer and transfer agent that dissolves in water. Use as a design template, as a pattern guide and a a stitch support. Ideal when you to not want any stabilizer to show on top or bottom. Solvy Lightweight Water Soluble Stabilizer 19 1/2in x 3yds


Lite Steam A Seam 2 12in Double stick fusible for a temporary hold to both fabrics. Applique pieces stay in place and are still repositionable until fused. 12 inches wide - sold by the metre.



Colour Wheel Provides a simple visual aid for illustrating and teaching color relationships.