Watermelon - Table Runner Kit

Make summer last with this delicious table runner featuring juicy watermelons!
Made with the Big Easy Pattern this table runner is a breeze to sew up!
Our kit contains the pattern and all the fabric you need for the top, back and binding!
The finished table runner measures 43" X 13".

Click here to purchase: Watermelon - Table Runner Kit

Kona Club Challenge - Flowering Table Runner by Lorna from Sew Fresh Quilts

Lorna from Sew Fresh Quilts took the Kona Club Challenge this month and made a beautiful table runner. Lorna is a prolific quilter and talented designer. Her blog is a treasure trove of projects, inspiration, tutorials and more! Make sure you follow her on Sew Fresh Quilts.

Lorna used the colors we sent out in April 2014 for Kona Club for her project today. We hope you enjoy this tutorial and make one of your own. We are giving away the fat quarters that Lorna used in this tutorial so be sure to leave a comment on this post to win!

Flowering Table Runner

Hello Kona Quilting Cottons lovers!  Are you up for the Kona Challenge?

My name is Lorna McMahon, a modern quilter, designer and the author of Sew Fresh Quilts.  Today I will be sharing the results of my Kona Challenge project and an easy tutorial for the Flowering Table Runner.   6 Blocks result in a finished runner approximately size 12” x 58”

Flowering Table Runner - 12" x 58"

New from JAYBIRD QUILTS!

Go fresh and modern this year with popular blogger, designer, and owner of Jaybird Quilts— Julie Herman. Julie’s beautiful and fun patterns for funky quilts, a table runner and pillows that are gorgeous and easy to make.

All patterns use Julie’s new Hex N More Ruler which lets you cut 4 different shapes in 4 different sizes! Get accurate hexagons, 60 degree triangles, half hexagons, and jewels. The ruler comes with full color instructions.

Click here to purchase: Hex N More Ruler.

Quilt Patterns using the Hex N More Ruler by Julie Herman 

You've probably seen pictures of Julie Herman's new quilt Science Fair on the Internet. It was a hit at Quilt Market recently and the pattern is now available! This modern hexagon quilt pattern comes in four different sizes.

Click here to purchase: Science Fair - Pattern.

Julie Herman's very popular Northern Lights Pattern features Kona Solids from Robert Kaufman. This pattern offers you quilts in 5 different sizes from Baby to King. We also have a Lap Size Quilt Kit for you using Kona Solids. The quilt measures 51" X 64" and the kit contains the pattern and all the fabric you need to complete the quilt top. The Hex N More Ruler is not included in the kit.

Click here to purchase: Northern Lights Pattern 

Click here to purchase: Northern Lights - Lap Quilt Kit

Lotus comes in four different sizes and makes for a very interesting quilt. Use batiks like Julie has or switch it up with your favorite modern prints - either way you will have a stunning quilt.

Click here to purchase: Lotus - Pattern 

For the Home

Make two interesting pillow covers with Julie Herman's Candy Dish pattern. This pattern uses the Hex N More Ruler by Jaybird Quilts.
Click here to purchase: Candy Dish Pattern

A fun new table runner pattern by Julie Herman from Jaybird Quilts. The table runner measures 17.5" X 40.5" finished. This runner uses the Hex N More Ruler by Jaybird Quilts.

Click here to purchase: Tasty Table Runner Pattern

Skip the Borders: Easy Patterns for Modern Quilts. 

Create quilts with simple designs, strong lines, and a modern aesthetic. Choose from 15 easy quilt patterns where design is the star and fabric is the supporting actor. Explore various bindings and their effect on the overall look and see what can be done when color is used in bold ways to support a border less quilt design.

Click here to purchase: Skip the Borders: Easy Patterns for Modern Quilts.

New Table Runner Kits

Mighty Moose - Table Runner Kit

A beautiful table runner kit from the Stonehenge - Oh Canada fabric. This kit contains the pattern and all the fabric you need including binding and backing to make this easy table runner. 

Stonehenge—Oh Canada is designed by Linda Ludovico in support of Quilts of Valour - Canada. 

Go here to purchase the Mighty Moose Table Runner Kit

Glass Robins - Table Runner Kit

This kit is made from the Happy Christmas line from Fabric Freedom UK. The stained glass effect with robins in mistletoe will add a touch of glamour to your Christmas decor.

Go here to purchase the Glass Robins - Table Runner Kit 

Winter Windows - Table Runner Kit

Cats and Cardinals peep through winter windows on this fabric. 

Go here to purchase the Winter Windows - Table Runner Kit.

Bargain Lovers Contest Countdown - Day 3!

3 days to go!
If you haven't been following the  Bargain Lovers Contest click here to find out more.
If you haven't heard about The Bargain Lover's Club go here.
If you've made something with our Bargain Lover's fabric take a picture of your project and send it to judy@sew-sisters.com by the 28th of February for a chance to win amazing prizes!
Winners will be announced on 7th March 2012 and here's what you can win:

Grand Prize – One Year Subscription to the Bargain Lover’s Club!

Viewer’s Choice – 3 month subscription to the Bargain Lover’s Club!

Most Original Idea – 3 month subscription to the  Bargain Lover’s Club!

Judy’s Choice – 3 month subscription to the Bargain Lover’s Club!

Jeannie’s Choice – 3 month subscription to the Bargain Lover’s Club!

Here are the entries for today.

Michele Timms - Coffee Placemats 

Michele Timms - Dom's Table Topper

Michele Timms - Jess and Ted's Wedding Gift
Table Runner made as a wedding gift for a couple using disappearing nine patch blocks.  Michele mentions that this table runner is similar to another one of her entries - Val's Retirement Gift - but the quilting is different. 

Michele Timms - Small Coffee Table Topper
Michele made this for her sister-in-law who loves coffee.

Michele Timms - Rose Table Topper

Bargain Lovers Contest - For your table

Let's look at some lovely table accessories today.

Cathy Loos 
The pink table runner is made from fabric from the Bargain Lover's Club. 

Christina Waldner
Christina made this mug rug for the office from the fabric she received in the December kit.  

Lise Dostie
These place mats and the table topper are made with the Twister Template.

Lise Dostie 

Have you sent in your entry for the Bargain Lovers Contest yet? Be sure to mail them to judy@sew-sisters.com by the 28th of February 2012. Winners will be selected 7th March 2012 and there are some cool prizes you could win.

Go here for the details on the contest and if you want to sign up for the Bargain Lover's Club go here.
Leave a comment if you see something you like and to cheer the participants. See you tomorrow for some more lovely entries to the Bargain Lovers Contest!

Coming this Week...

This week we have several classes running...there is still a little room left if you would like to join us please give us a call... 416 633-8800...

On Monday we have the Strawberry Social. At 12:30 we will be doing the four corner apron followed by a super simple table runner at 3:00! While Ann is teaching I will be serving strawberries to all comers!

On Tuesday we are starting a Sewing Machine Mastery class being taught by Hilma...if you have a machine that intimidates you or have always wanted to know how to use all the features of the machine this is the class for you! There is only room for one more person though!

Thursday night from 7 - 9 pm I will be teaching English Paper Piecing using plastic templates (Quilt Patis) - this is a great beginners technique or take along project for the cottage.

I am very busy cleaning house getting ready for our inventory counting at the end of the month. I have a huge clearance bin set up and am throwing all sorts of goodies into it... right now there are angelina fibers at 75% off, tonnes of panels for $2 and some clearance kits at 75% off. Things come and go quickly from the bin so be sure to look in to see if you can find any bargains.

5 packs of Olfa blades are on sale this week for $14.99 and all Minkee and velours are on 50% off as well!

Finally I think it is appropriate on Father's Day to thank my Dad for all the wonderful work he has done in the store. From building the fat quarter cart and ALL the shelves to doing the books and running around all over town doing errands he really has been the backbone of the store! Thanks Dad ... we love you!

Happy Father's Day to all!