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Buy the Book – The Sewing Answer Book

Buy the Book – The Sewing Answer Book

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Who doesn’t need a compact reference book to keep in their sewing arsenal? Author Barbara Weiland Talbert has written an approachable and useful little guide that will answer all of your tricky sewing questions. The Sewing Answer Book covers everything from making button holes to using patterns to installing zippers–and a whole lot more. The clear instructions and detailed illustrations will guide you through any questions you may have.  Plus, the book’s compact design makes it convenient to carry with you and keep right next to your sewing book.

Join Anna Maria Horner’s “Rainbow Around the Block” Benefit for Flood Relief

Join Anna Maria Horner’s “Rainbow Around the Block” Benefit for Flood Relief

Fabric and pattern designer Anna Maria Horner is spearheading an important effort to provide quilts to families in middle Tennessee whose lives have been affected by flooding this past May. Visit Anna Maria’s website to get involved in making a quilt to support the Rainbow Around the Block project.

Free Pattern – Hunky Dory from Moda/Chez Moi

Free Pattern – Hunky Dory from Moda/Chez Moi

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Here’s a beautiful quilt pattern from Moda and Chez Moi. Hunky Dory is a great quilt for fabric lovers, since the design really is all about the fabric. Get your free copy of this pattern from Moda right here (PDF).

This pattern features fabrics from Chez Moi’s Hunky Dory collection, which is a cheerful, feminine collection for Moda. Check it out in the slideshow below and look for it in your favorite independent quilt shop or fabric store.

Cool Tools – Fun Tape Measures from Graphic Impressions

Cool Tools – Fun Tape Measures from Graphic Impressions

TAPE-MONKEYWho doesn’t need a little fun in an ordinary tool like a tape measure? Graphic Impressions, who makes what they call, “toys for quilters,” has developed a whole bunch of fun tape measures featuring monkeys like this one, dogs, frogs and more! I love the little tassels on each end.

Look for this cool tool in your favorite independent quilt shop or fabric store.

Free Pattern – One Million Pillowcase Challenge Pillowcase from Robert Kaufman

Free Pattern – One Million Pillowcase Challenge Pillowcase from Robert Kaufman

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Have you sew your pillowcases to give to charity as part of the One Million Pillowcase Challenge? This charming pattern from Robert Kaufman is just the thing to inspire you to get sewing for this wonderful cause! Download your free copy of this pattern right here.

This pillowcase features Robert Kaufman’s bright, cheerful collection by Ann Kelle, Remix. Check it out in the slideshow below, and look for it in your favorite independent quilt shop or fabric store.