Hey all you Kaffe Fassett fans~
We had 70 new bolts of Kaffe Fassett, Brandon Mably and Phillip Jacobs fabric arrive today!
Here is Annette, getting it checked in and ready for the sales floor...I see a smile!
Here is the whole group...I see some must haves!
Check our website next week for updates!
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"Ten Little Things" by Jenn Ski
This new line of fabric from Moda just arrived and its cute as can be! There is a fabric panel for making a soft counting book for little ones. Inside the book there are panels made with "chalkboard" fabric for practicing how to write numbers! The finished book has a zippered pocket on the outside for holding necessary chalk and an eraser cloth. What a fun project!
Construction is made simple using Jellyroll strips and a fabric panel...
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This was the scene in our stockroom last week, as Val's new line of fabric "Cocoon" arrived:
This is what 900 pounds of freight looks like!
Breaking free from the cardboard cocoon!
Annette checks in the bolts, and organizes by style & color.
"Cocoon" is now on the sales floor, ready to make it's way home with you!
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Spring is in the air and Val's new line of fabric "Cocoon" begins arriving this week! Cocoon is rich with vibrant colors for spring & summer, beautiful butterflies (both large and small) and playful swirls that just make a girl want to dance!
Here is little Miss Vi doing just that...
in her new Twirl Skirt
made with coordinating Cocoon fabrics!
Valori was a guest blogger at FreeSpiritFabric.blogspot.com on April 5th. You can read what she has to say about her new fabric line and download a free pattern for her April Little Tote. In addition to the new fabric line, Valori will be unveiling new patterns and sewing cards at Quilt Market in May. Here's a sneak peek at what's coming:
Val's little kitchen helper, Miss Livy, wearing her new apron...(mommy has one, too!)
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Have you seen this fantastic new book?
Better Homes and Gardens Studio Spaces
projects, inspiration, & ideas for your creative place
This book is filled with tips & organizing ideas that can help you turn your creative space into the functional studio of your dreams. Take a peek into the studios of six amazing designers (including our very own Jean and Valori Wells!) as they share the secrets of their inspirational studios. This book is filled with tons of ideas for creating attractive storage solutions for creative style ranging from vintage to modern. Don't miss this one!
Here's a peek inside:
Jean's studio (shown left)
Val's studio (shown below.)
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Valori has been working in collaboration with Nick Coman to develop a new series of fashion patterns called Girlfriends. The first patterns in the new series are designed to work with Val's wonderfully soft & drapey jersey knit fabric!
Introducing the first two patterns in the Girlfriends series: "Sondy" and "Isabelle".
The Sondy Top is an up-tempo style with a cowl back neckline and three-quarter sleeves. It can easily be lengthened into a tunic or a dress. Pattern includes all sizes from Small to XXLarge.
The Isabelle Skirt is a six gore style with a little bit of a flip at the hemline. The elastic waistline makes it easy to construct and comfortable to wear. Make it with one fabric or several. Pattern includes all sizes from Small to XXLarge.
Girlfriends patterns started with a desire to create fresh everyday wearables with a boutique feel...All of our designs have a little bit of whimsy to make them stand out in a crowd, without being a “statement.” We have used the most current fabrics available (and we think the nicest!) to give you a starting point, be creative! We hope you enjoy wearing our designs as much as we have enjoyed creating them.
~ Nick and Valori ~
Click here for Val's tips on working with jersey knit!
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David Butler (husband of Amy Butler) is no stranger to design and the textile industry. As the designer behind the brand "Art of the Midwest," David has an extensive list of familiar clientelle. This is his first line of fabric called "Curious Nature" which is produced by Free Spirit under the design name of Parson Gray.
Here is Free Spirit's description of the line:
Here is my description of the line:
Enjoy! ~ Tamra
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This year's "Small Wonders Challenge" is sponsored by Michael Miller Fabrics. One of the six prize categories is the Michael Miller Challenge Award which requires that the Small Wonder Quilt must have some the selected fabric used in the quilt. (There are five other prize categories that do not require use of the challenge fabric.)
The challenge fabric has arrived (shown on top of stack) along with it's collection of companion fabrics called "Backyard Baby" by Patty Sloniger, winner of Michael Miller Fabric's Project Selvage Contest.
VERY CUTE STUFF~
You better hurry to get yours...because it won't be here very long!
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This new spring floral fabric "Early Birds" from Jane Sassaman is bright and contemporary! The fabric has bluebirds, strawberries, and lots of flowers from the garden! This fabric would make very nice table settings of placemats & napkins, tablerunners, and pretty aprons. We also have mugs to match!
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For all of you who thought you would have the gift buying wrapped up by now...but don't, here are a few helpful ideas.
Stocking stuffers (compact mirrors, solid perfume, sonic toothbrushes & travel make-up)
http://www.twigs-sisters.com/forthebody.html
For the kids...Great pocket and travel games.
http://www.twigs-sisters.com/blueorangegames.html
...Or you could knit up a sassy scarf in just a few hours
Check out the Katia and Flounce yarns!
http://www.stitchinpost.com/yarn.html
Enjoy the count-down to Christmas,
-Your helpful elves
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