Next stop on the RBD 2015 Quilt Market Blog Tour takes us to The Quilted Fish and the amazing La Vie Boheme collection! Amanda, of The Quilted Fish, has a unique story behind the inspiration for this collection. Hop on over to her blog for more pictures of this stunning collection and for the story…
Eleanor Dugan: Sashing Stash
We are super excited today to introduce you to Eleanor Dugan and her Sashing Stash collection! Eleanor was a stage and film costume designer in New York City and Los Angeles for two decades, before stumbling into quilting. A cousin requested a baby quilt. “And BAM!” she says, “I was hooked.” Since then, Eleanor has…
Deena Rutter: Happy Haunting
We are so excited to introduce you to Deena Rutter and her brand new Happy Haunting collection! Deena is a talented graphic designer and mother of four. Her Happy Haunting collection is playfully reminiscent of spooky Halloween nights. We just adore these little hexi shapes! Oh, and did you think those little black spots were…
Lori Whitlock: Play Ball
We are excited to introduce you to another of our longtime designers: Lori Whitlock. Lori’s attention to detail in color trends and design is easily seen in her work, which can be found in both paper and textile. Here is one for the boys – “Play Ball” by Lori Whitlock is one of our all-time…
Cinderberry Stitches: Saltwater
Mermaids, sea turtles and narwhals – does it get any better than that? Paired with soft shades of periwinkle, persimmon, and mint, and we have a winning combination! Natalie Lymer is the creative heart behind Cinderberry Stitches. Natalie describes herself as a “fabric & pattern designer, author & illustrator, dreamer, lover of colour & thread…
Lori Holt: Modern Minis
Today we are thrilled to introduce you to one of our longtime designers, Lori Holt of Bee in My Bonnet. Lori’s quilt patterns and darling fabrics are legendary. Her latest collection, Modern Minis, is expected to arrive in stores in June. Miniature prints are so fun to work with, and Modern Minis is an entire…
Tasha Noel: Vintage Market
Tasha Noel is a designer whose artwork perfectly captures the sweetness and innocence of childhood. Her Vintage Market collection, scheduled to arrive in stores in June, is no exception. Reminiscent of carefree summer days and picnics in the park, the sweet designs and fresh color palette are a winning combination. Hop on over to Tasha’s…
Carina Gardner: Wiltshire Daisy
Today’s stop on our 2015 Spring Quilt Market Blog Tour takes us to the blog of Carina Gardner and her stunning Wiltshire Daisy collection. Carina is a designer, entrepreneur, wife and mother. We don’t know now she does it all! Carina’s Wiltshire Daisy has been an instant hit; with vintage-inspired floral motifs that maintain a…
Pattern Anthology: Idle Wild
We are so excited about this brand new collection of knits we debuted at Quilt Market! The colors and prints are just dreamy! And we are super excited to introduce you to Pattern Anthology; a collaboration of four very talented women. Be sure to stop by each of their blogs for introductions, learn a little…
Where Women Cook: Ooh La La Fresh & French
Welcome to our 2015 Spring Quilt Market Blog Tour! Our first stop is with Jo Packham of Where Women Cook. Scheduled to arrive in August, Jo’s brand new collection, “Ooh La La Fresh & French” features culinary motifs and pre-printed apron panels with a definitive classic french flair. We asked Jo about the inspiration behind…