Fabrics N Quilts

Little Pail-the cutest little thing with a handle

2012-01-27T15:09:00.000-06:00

This cutie has been on my radar for a couple months, and this week’s avoidance of the State of the Union address was just the hour I needed to get it made! Yes, that’s a stack of business cards inside - I told you it was cute! This pattern is so easy & once you make one, it’s easy to see how to make a bigger one…which is now on my radar! My project uses: Little Pail pattern by Sweetwater

Grandmas Favorite Table Topper Kit

2012-01-27T11:08:00.001-06:00

All this kit needs is you, your needle & thread! The topper measures 16x21” and whips up in an afternoon. We include the pattern, batting (warm & white), backing, binding & of course, everything for the top. They even come in these cute packages, perfect for gift giving! Quantities are limited, so be sure to snap yours up today! We will be offering a different Snap Sack kit like this

Scrap Block Challenge

2012-01-26T08:53:00.001-06:00

We are partnering with Sarah over at Confessions of a Fabric Addict on a Scrappy Block Challenge Get over there & get the details today! You have 2 weeks to design your block…I mean it’s just 1 block! You could win one of 3 prize packs we are donating Or a copy of Cut the Scraps so go now !!! Pin It Share |

Basics Charity Challenge 2012

2012-01-25T08:16:00.001-06:00

Cara, from Cara Quilts, is hosting another Basics Charity Challenge this year. If you didn’t hear about this last year, the premise is really simple. Do something to help those in your community. It doesn’t have to be big, like making a quilt. Think about the basics. What basics did it take for you to get out of the house this morning? (yes, assuming you got out & about today)

Shop Samples now available!

2012-01-24T14:16:00.001-06:00

We are making our shop samples available for purchase. Each will be for a limited time only. Check out our selection now! new Etsy.Mini(5243084,'thumbnail',4,3,0,'http://www.etsy.com'); Pin It Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

Oreos are not just cookies-Quilting finish

2012-01-18T13:21:00.001-06:00

I had a problem. I can admit it. Oreo Double Stuffs. The expiration dates on those packages were always a source of great laughter in our house. Ya, right, this package is not going to last the week, why are they giving me 6 months? In the course of ‘eat better, move more, lose some weight’, I have not had an oreo in months. I don’t crave them anymore, though I can’t say the same thing for

New Fabrics Tend the Earth–Deb Strain-Moda

2012-01-15T12:16:00.001-06:00

Charm Packs and Jelly Rolls are now in! Yardage will soon follow! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

Some Small Finishes

2012-01-14T14:13:00.001-06:00

I love this time of year, sewing up class samples & feeling so productive. I have already shown you the smocked pillow. This pattern is in the One Yard Wonders, Volume 1 book Well, I made a table topper with more fabrics from Martinique. This is from the pattern Dainty by Thimbleblossoms. Great pattern for layer cakes! Our class for this table topper is February 6th. I left the

New Quilts for the New Year

2012-01-14T10:55:00.001-06:00

It’s been a stitchin’-busy time here the last couple of weeks! We got 3 big quilts back from long arm quilters ready for binding. Of course the first thing I do when I get the quilts finished is to hang them. This makes it more difficult sometimes to get good pics to show you on the blog. When will I learn my lesson? The King Size monster, Crosswinds, (whew what a big ‘un) is finally

Quilting from Little Things-Sarah Fielke

2012-01-12T12:38:00.001-06:00

Just added to our online shop! Inside you'll find ten pairs of quilts that each provide a lesson in quilt-making. By first constructing a small dolly quilt, you'll gain confidence in the techniques that enable you to make its larger companion quilt. The projects are beautiful, the illustrations and directions impeccable, and the photos inspiring! A definite must for your quilting

New Fabrics!

2012-01-11T12:29:00.001-06:00

Getting ready for a winter (or summer depending on your locale) of stitching? We have just added…. some more great batiks A cute collection of quirky birds & flowers-Penny Lane and 1862 Battle Hymn from Barbara Brackman Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

January Class Preview

2012-01-03T11:25:00.001-06:00

We are ringing in the new year with 4 great classes this January. Check out the class calendar for more details. Here’s a close-up of the smocked pillow And Valerie’s Purse Class space is limited, so be sure to sign up early to reserve your spot & get the supplies list! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true}; Share | var

Scrappy Pinwheel Quilt Top

2011-12-15T09:24:00.001-06:00

It’s been another whirl-wind week, hasn’t it? I escaped for the guild’s Christmas party-a cookie party at that-on Monday. So nice to just hang out for an hour or so. But then the gotta-get-busy-guilt hit & away I rushed. But with the rushing comes some finishes & time for pondering the next finishes on my horizon. I was able to finish up the other half of my Orca Bay string blocks

Orca Bay Progress-Part 4

2011-12-14T08:30:00.001-06:00

Last week was a week to focus on quilting projects instead of piecing for me, but I was able to get almost half of step 4 and all of step 3 finished! Huge accomplishment for me to give myself this much ME time with looming deadlines, but I did it! So if you are keeping up with my Orca Bay, you’ll see that I am using purple for Bonnie’s blue, blue for the black & pink for the red. I am trying

New and sure to go fast! Beautiful Blessings Christian fabric from Moda

2011-12-09T16:01:00.001-06:00

New from Mona Bochart Designs and Moda, it’s Beautiful Blessings. These 2 panels are so beautiful and inspiring. Perfect for the man or woman on your quilt list. Christian fabric is very hard to find and even harder from a top tier manufacturer like Moda. I expect these panels to go quickly, so don’t miss your opportunity! http://www.shop.fabricsnquilts.com/searchquick-submit.sc?

It’s a Party and a giveaway!

2011-12-09T10:06:00.002-06:00

THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED! CONGRATS TO OUR WINNERS! http://fabricsnquilts.blogspot.com/2011/12/and-winners-are.html As I was pondering what to do for an end of the year giveaway, Michele over at Quilting Gallery emails me about her 4th anniversary Blog Hop Party. This was just the spark I needed. There are over 250 bloggers hosting giveaways this week in conjunction with the Blog Hop Party!

Are you part of Hexi-mania?

2011-12-08T09:10:00.001-06:00

Hexagons have really surged this year. All over the net you see folks discussing their hexi projects. Have you resisted thinking it’s just too much hand work? Well, this is the kit for you! A nice sized (15x35”) table runner, all matched up in beautiful 30’s fabrics from Robert Kaufman’s Clothesline Club. All designed by Darlene Zimmerman, so you know they are spot on matches to the

Orca Bay Progress

2011-12-05T11:03:00.001-06:00

Yes, I am still woefully behind those who are keeping up with the Orca Bay Mystery, but I decided that I wanted to play, not race when I started. So each Friday, I save the clues, think about the fabric I’ll use for that part of the challenge & maybe get it cut. This Sunday, I actually stitched! Since I adore string blocks, I skipped right to them. I finished 60 out of the 72 I need. I

Quilts, Table Runners & pieces, Oh my!

2011-12-02T12:00:00.001-06:00

I enjoyed my long Thanksgiving weekend by finishing up some projects! Finally some quilting going on in the quilt shop this week though it was out of necessity; I ran out of basting pins. I had 2 choices; open more or quilt the projects already basted. I decided to buckle down & quilt instead of take the easy way out. I made this top over the summer. Very quick & easy fat quarter pattern,

Orca Bay Mystery at Quiltville

2011-12-01T09:23:00.001-06:00

I am finally starting to make some progress on my Quiltville Orca Bay quilt. No, it’s not much, but pieces being cut is a definite commitment to the project! (Check back tomorrow to see what has been keeping me so busy this week & last!) I decided to use up a big piece of scrap for my Step 1 . My neutral color is also going to be mostly natural muslin, because I have so many scraps. So my

Happy Thanksgiving!

2011-11-24T08:31:00.001-06:00

A note of thanks to all of you who continue to read along here even though I don’t post often. I’m thankful to have this medium to share my projects, business, charities, and inspiration with you, but most importantly, I am thankful FOR YOU! You are our biggest inspiration. I am inspired by your creativity, friendship, and motivated by what would appeal to you. We attempt to show you every

Black Friday through Cyber Monday Sale at Fabrics N Quilts

2011-11-23T10:03:00.001-06:00

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Call out for help from all the crafters

2011-11-20T14:39:00.001-06:00

I’m Christmas decorating at the shop this afternoon. Pulled out the ornaments my Grandmother made when I was a kid for the first time in at least 6 years. It's like a warm hug to see them. My grandma's ornies are made from something like this: http://factorydirectcraft.com/catalog/products/1302_1039-4785-60mm_acrylic_fillable_ball_ornament.html I say "like", because

New Quilts and Stockings

2011-11-18T16:58:00.001-06:00

This week saw some big finishes in my little quilting world. You may have seen periodic updates on this quilt on our Facebook Fan wall. I was commissioned to create just the top from fabric from early 2000’s & a pattern from the 1980’s. To say that it was a challenge to interpret into the rotary cutting world I live in is an understatement. But I am so very pleased with the result. Just

A little organization goes a long way

2011-11-12T09:16:00.001-06:00

In my continuing quest to use what I have stashed away, this morning I whipped up this message board for the projects on the list. Maybe if I get them out of my head I can rest easier. No I didn’t put them in an order on the board. I have that in my head just to keep folks guessing. the 3 projects that are close to completion didn’t make the board, since I hope to wrap them up in the next

Veteran’s Day thoughts

2011-11-11T16:27:00.001-06:00

Today is a day to remind the US citizens of the sacrifice our friends, neighbors and family have made. It’s not a day to commercialize; it’s a day to remember, fly your flag, hug a vet and say Thank You.

My first scrappy quilt of the fall

2011-11-05T09:03:00.001-05:00

Fall is scrappy time for me. Every year I try to make all my projects from the bins & bins of scraps that have taken over my life during the year. A couple weeks ago, my 2011 odyssey began… For over a year I have been staring at a basket of pressed Half Square triangles. All pressed, ready to square up and BECOME something. They were left over from this quilt: My scrappy quilts are

Christmas Stockings-what a great gift wrap

2011-11-04T11:07:00.001-05:00

I am in the midst of making Christmas stockings for a customer. They will be her gift wrap! What a great idea! Her present, or presents all tucked inside. As an extreme couponer, I bet they will be stuffed full of all kinds of goodies! She’s coordinating by families; so smart! Here’s what’s done so far I used the Quiltsmart Christmas Stocking

Trick or Treat? Treat, definitely treat! Save 15% today only–Storewide!

2011-10-31T09:34:00.001-05:00

Happy Halloween! And today is definitely a day for treats from us to you! Check out today’s Deal of the Day for your code to save 15% storewide on purchases over $25.00. One day only, so don’t delay! This offer is also valid in the shop today, just mention you saw it on the blog! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true}; Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

12 Days of Christmas, yo-yo style

2011-10-07T18:07:00.001-05:00

I fell in love with the 12 Days of Christmas panel by Kate Spain the second I saw it. I was jubilant to find a free pattern for a wall hanging, but uh-oh what’s that in the center? Applique! EEK! I am a lover of applique, or I should say of OTHER’s applique. I do enjoy the occasional raw edge, fused project. But hand applique is just not in my love-of-quilting tool kit; maybe one day

Huntsville Fan Fare Quilt Show-eye candy alert!

2011-10-05T08:38:00.001-05:00

Last weekend, I had the fun of heading south to the land of cotton for a quilt show with the Heritage Quilters of Huntsville. (requisite shot of the Space & Rocket Center) It’s been a long time since I’ve been “home” and the visit was not long enough. The HQH FanFare was a wonderful show & it was so refreshing to see mostly pieced quilts on display. I love applique, but patchwork is

More Quiltsmart Kits available on www.fabricsnquilts.com

2011-10-04T18:15:00.001-05:00

We can’t say enough about how easy Quiltsmart makes those hard quilt patterns. Stitch on the line, flip, fuse = FANTASTIC! You’ve seen our Mondo bag & our Hunter’s Star quilts. Now check out all the patterns I have yet to delve into! Check out our full selection now, just click here or search quiltsmart at www.fabricsnquilts.com! Share | var addthis_config

It’s time to get Sew Scrappy!

2011-10-04T13:00:00.001-05:00

It’s almost time for my annual personal scrap busting adventure, and just in time, the 2nd volume of Sew Scrappy has arrived! Packed with 23 projects, I am sure to make a nice dent in those baskets ( & baskets) of scraps! The limited edition is only $12.99, or about 50 cents a pattern! Pick up your copy today! Share | var addthis_config = {"

It was a literary quilting weekend

2011-09-23T11:05:00.001-05:00

yes, literary, not literally . It’s a rainy day here, so my pictures are not fabulous I was able to put the finishing touches on my Dr. Seuss Hopscotch quilt The sashing looks very dark in the pic, but it’s Kona nightfall (a dark navy blue). We have kits for this quilt, or just the pattern listed for you. This is a great beginner quilt pattern that is both charm pack & fat quarter

The long wait for Ruby is over

2011-09-22T12:50:00.001-05:00

Today “Big Brown” brought us our first delivery of the beautiful new line from Bonnie & Camille, Ruby. Jelly Rolls, Charm Packs & Fat Quarter Bundles are fun, bright & ready to head to your quilting studio. Bonnie & Camille tell us that Ruby is a small town girl with big dreams, and even bigger style. She works at the town ice cream parlor in her favorite red polka dot dress and can be found

Four Corners Jelly Roll Apron-Spicy Peppers

2011-09-16T08:16:00.001-05:00

I put this cute half apron together yesterday with some stray Salsa Picante strips. I lined & tied with a Moda polka dot that matched the colors perfectly. Join us for a class for this apron on Monday, September 24th. Too far to travel? Pick up your pattern today! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

Jamestown TN Quilt Show-Show and Tell

2011-09-13T11:30:00.001-05:00

After a rainy week from Tropical Storm Lee, we were blessed with a beautiful weekend for Quilting on the Plateau, my guild’s biannual quilt show. Our guild is a great group of loving women who are so supportive and kind. I have had more fun working with them on this show than on any project in recent memory. I’ve shared our ribbons & shirts with you, now on to the quilts! For more great

Monticello Quilt Show–Show and Tell

2011-09-13T11:05:00.001-05:00

The wonderful quilters of the Contented Heart Quilt Guild put on a beautiful show every labor day in the charming city of Monticello, Kentucky. I love the categories for the show; they focus on quilts completed by 1 person. All quilts that are a collaborative effort are in 1 category. Here were some of my favorites from this year’s show. I apologize in advance for blurry pics…my camera died &

Win 2 Charm Packs of Ruby before it’s released!

2011-09-05T08:43:00.001-05:00

Isn’t this collection GORGEOUS!? It’s the upcoming collection from Bonnie & Camille for Moda. We will be carrying bolts & bolts of this when it is released as well as more charm packs, fat quarter bundles, and jelly rolls. But that’s not until next month! It’s so gorgeous, I want you to have a chance to work with these prints before most anyone else. Here’s what we’ve made (we just couldn’

The Mondo Bag-room for everything!

2011-09-01T09:37:00.001-05:00

It’s another product review, ala show N tell today. You’ll remember the Hunter’s Star we showed you last week, well we have another project to show using the QuiltSmart preprinted fusible interfacing. The Mondo Bag. Now I would not seek out this pattern if I thought I had to individually sew together 208 little squares. But, with the fusible interfacing & ‘Smart’ pattern this bag whips

Fall-Winter Quilt Sampler magazines just arrived!

2011-08-30T12:23:00.001-05:00

Grab yours today! 11 new projects & 11 quilt shop stories! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

It’s Quilt Show Season

2011-08-30T08:09:00.001-05:00

We have a busy quilt show month here in our neck of the woods. Join the Contented Heart Quilt Guild for their annual Quilt Show of the Little Mountains at the Aspire Center in Monticello, KY this Friday and Saturday from 9-5, EST. They are raffling off this gorgeous Sunbonnet quilt. The Contented Hearts guild is a wonderful teaching guild that does beautiful handwork and hand quilting.

How about a giveaway?

2011-08-26T09:38:00.002-05:00

THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. Our winner is: Karenkay said...the tumbler pieces are wonderful and I'm thinking they would look great in a christmas quilt! It’s been a crazy summer & I am ready for cooler weather. Sometimes my WANT list overpowers my CAN list. Does this happen to you? I have this beautiful stack of pre-washed tumblers I cut with my GO! cutter back in June. There are around 60

Hunter’s Star-The Smart way!

2011-08-25T16:44:00.001-05:00

I love QuiltSmart preprinted fusible interfacing! Ok, that’s outta the way, now let me show you why. Like many of you, there are some quilt patterns out there that I just say, no way, too many little pieces, too many points, too much trouble. As quilters, we tend to be ruler (& notion) junkies. It’s true, you can admit it. We are always looking for a new way to do cool things with fabric &

Quilt Show Ribbons all finished

2011-08-25T09:06:00.001-05:00

Aren’t they beautiful!? Our fearless leader had this idea in her head & it was awesome to see it come to life! You can take one home…just enter our quilt show! Details on our website: http://www.sewsweetquilters.com

Quilt Show is drawing near!

2011-08-20T17:02:00.001-05:00

Our guild show is just 3 weeks away & we have been feverishly working on final details. We decided to treat ourselves to new shirts this year & I am embroidering each. Twice this week we got together & finished the ribbons. I am so sad I didn’t take a pic then, but I hope to snap one on Monday at our meeting. It’s been a busy week, this seems like so little to show you! I am linking up

HUGE Giveaway! Over $1500 in prizes!

2011-08-19T14:02:00.001-05:00

That headline is sure to get your attention…and it’s true! This giveaway is too great not to share. Camp Quiltalong Prize Giveaway Join in some campfire fun for a chance to win great prizes totaling over $1500! Fons & Porter, Fabric.com, and AccuQuilt have teamed up to provide us all with a huge giveaway on Facebook. Simply “Like” these Facebook pages and gain access to all three sections

ok, let’s give this a test

2011-08-14T10:57:00.001-05:00

I have had several private messages that it’s been hard to publish a comment to our blog. Sharon at CraizeeCorner tweeted this morning that it may be due to having the comments imbedded below the post. So in my blogger settings, I changed from embedded to pop up window. I would love to know if this works, so I am contacting a few of you to come try it out! Of course all comments give us

a couple flimsey finishes

2011-08-12T17:17:00.001-05:00

I am a new arrival to the term flimsey, but I like it. It’s such a fun way to say UFO I finished these 2 this week. This first one is the Happy Daze pattern. 8 FQ’s & an easy to cut quilt! I used the Buttercup Lane fabrics. I have to get this pattern listed in the shop, but promise to do that before I come back with a finished quilt pic. If you are interested in the pattern, just email

Fall 2011 Quilts and More just arrived!

2011-08-12T16:09:00.001-05:00

The new fall issued of Quilts and More just arrived & is packed with 23 awesome projects, great tips and tricks & insight on today’s coolest new products! Pick up your copy today; supply is limited! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

Aloha Quilter Fabric now on Sale! Save 20%

2011-08-10T11:24:00.001-05:00

Check out our remaining stock of this very popular collection designed by Jennifer Chiaverini to accompany her recent release from the Elm Creek Quilters series, The Aloha Quilter. These beautiful fabrics from Red Rooster are sure to go quickly at just $7.40 per yard! See all of our sale fabrics here! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

Round Quilt Tutorial

2011-08-09T13:00:00.001-05:00

We had lots of wonderful comments on our round quilt made with the civil war reproduction fabrics. I thought maybe a tute was in order Here’s the ruler, 9 degree ruler designed by Marilyn Doheny. Of course you can get this from us, just click here. The ruler comes with 20 patterns to create fans, dresden plates, swirling patterns, chevrons & also ideas on how to use these

Web Sale! Save 15% through Sunday

2011-08-04T09:11:00.001-05:00

August has arrived, and in our area, that means it's "World's Longest Yardsale Week"! Check out www.127sale.com to see what I mean and make plans to come next year. To see our pics from year’s past, check this out. Due to this annual phenomenon of fun we will not be able to bring you a new deal every day...so it's up to you to pick your own! (how awesome is that?) The whole store is on

Go Girly-wear an apron!

2011-08-01T14:54:00.001-05:00

I love aprons. Old, new, tattered, half, full, ruffles….you name it, I love aprons. They are inherently feminine and these days for more than just the kitchen. In my continuing quest for quick completions, I finished these 2 aprons this weekend. First is from the Shop Girl (and boy) pattern by Fabritopia. Love the pattern. Very easy to follow & I love the way the pattern cut out worked.

Who can’t love a quilted purse?

2011-07-30T10:00:00.001-05:00

I’ve heard folks say they just can’t carry a cloth bag. I know, WHAT?! All the versatility, fun & not to mention customizability (that’s a word, right?) I decided that after a few weeks of working on big quilts, I needed a little instant gratification. I had a new display rack for my purse patterns & accompanying demo pieces…so I needed demo pieces! Each one is my favorite, but for a

Some Civil War finishes

2011-07-29T15:54:00.001-05:00

We’ve been wrapping up projects this summer (busting WIP’s). Sometimes that means sending the projects out to the pros! Our Underground Railroad Block of the Month was just one of those quilts that deserved extra quilting love & attention. If you love this quilt & still want to make it, be sure to pop over to our website for the book & fabrics. Becky Stowers of Busy Beebs Quilting is our

Aurifil Thread Rocks!

2011-07-29T08:45:00.001-05:00

Aurifil thread is having a giveaway on their facebook page. It’s been going on for at least a week, but as of this morning they still have 20 prizes left. If 100 of your facebook friends also like the Aurifil page, you win 3 large spools! You can see the details here, or watch a video from Pat Sloan here. There have been many winners & lots of new quilting friends made on facebook during

AQS Knoxville-a photo recap

2011-07-17T09:41:00.001-05:00

What a great time I had on Thursday, playing hooky from the shop & heading to Knoxville with the gal-pals for the American Quilter’s Society show. This is the last year the show will be in Knoxville, as it’s moving to Grand Rapids next year. There were several exhibits that did not allow photography BOO HISS, but I get it…AQS is a business & selling stuff is their job. But I feel like I am

The UFO’s are flying away!

2011-07-15T13:52:00.001-05:00

A productive week for me, quilting & binding 2 quilt tops which have been calling my name for a while now. I find I learn something new with every quilt I make. Are you like that? It may be machine related, technique related or fabric/notion related, but I always seem to come away with an aha! moment. My first finish of the week is this lap quilt from scraps. I used non-scraps for the dark

It’s been an awesome week!

2011-07-08T13:20:00.001-05:00

First, the celebration of our nation’s independence in local Deer Lodge, TN was one of the best, most family friendly, wholesome events I have gone to in a very long time. Kudos to all involved! Here’s a pic from the parade: Last Saturday, I got to visit with blogger-bud HarleyWife57. We of course played with fabric. This purse is for her: I know, you are all thinking I am working for

Have you seen me? Please return me if you do!

2011-07-06T16:48:00.001-05:00

So, my hand crafted sign has been stolen from the front of the shop. If you see this sign, please let me know. It took me over a week to create. It’s a sandwich board (tee pee) style. There is front & back. The interior sides of the boards are not painted, but there are remnants of red paint. sigh…

Making the Twister a no waste project

2011-07-01T16:28:00.001-05:00

I love the twister ruler. It is the absolute fastest way to make a complicated quilt. The biggest complaint I hear about the twister is the waste created. Well, that was like a challenge to this scrappy quilter! I used the Lil’ Twister for my project, and, like a bad blogger, didn’t get a usable picture of everything I wanted to show you, but here goes: First, I used a dessert roll to make

Do you get the Accuquilt newsletter? Want 22 Free Patterns?

2011-06-25T11:36:00.001-05:00

The Accuquilt newsletter is more than just BUY me temptations! It’s a source to learn about new dies, new community interactions on the website, new contests, new free patterns & of course SALES! Just click the picture above to receive your free patterns. I found this great list of GO! Baby giveaways on Ariane’s blog: Our Busy Little Bunch - GO! Baby giveaway ends July 1st.

More Quilt Show Eye Candy!

2011-06-24T09:33:00.001-05:00

I finally figured out how to get pictures off my phone so, here are the rest of the pics I snapped {that weren’t blurry} Share the love! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

Trash to Treasure-I love spray paint

2011-06-23T16:16:00.001-05:00

Every now & again, I get lucky & find just the right display to meet my needs. This week a friend & I ventured over the border (of KY) for a nice day out. We stopped at the guild shop in Monticello where I picked up an awesome thread cabinet. I am in the process of moving threads over, so this display looks weak in the pic. (forgive me?) The reason I haven’t done much with the above is

Last day to save 15%

2011-06-19T15:33:00.001-05:00

Our store-wide Happy Father’s Day sale ends today! Check out the Deal of the Day to get your code! Share the Love! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

Mountain Memories Quilt Show-eye candy!

2011-06-19T13:35:00.001-05:00

What an awesome weekend! The hospitality of the Cumberland County Piecemakers never ceases to amaze me, and the same goes for their quilting! Here are just a few pics I had to share. I have more on my phone & hopefully I can figure out how to get them out & share them too! My Booth: As usual, I was bad in not getting pics of the info pages on the quilts, and therefore not having quilter

Yo-Yo Butterfly Quilted Wall Hanging

2011-06-15T13:37:00.001-05:00

Making it my own, I used this free project sheet from the yo-yo genius’ at Clover to make my own wall hanging. The butterfly yo-yo’s took a little finessing but once I got the first one the rest were a breeze! Check out all our yo-yo makers here! (side bar yay…used scraps for the whole thing except binding!) Share the love! Share | var addthis_config = {"

yo-yo tic tac toe

2011-06-14T11:37:00.001-05:00

Just one of the 27 uber cute yo-yo patterns in this book! uses the Large size Clover yo-yo maker, or you can wing it, the “old-fashioned” way. Used this cute “Good Vibrations” fabric for the backing Share the love! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

Recent finishes & Quilt Show info!

2011-06-13T16:57:00.001-05:00

I am a little late for the Friday celebration of a week’s worth of quilty finishes…or maybe I can just be really early for this Friday. *reminder~all my quilts are made with Warm & Natural blended cotton batting and washed so you can see them in their soft, crinkly goodness* My first is a WIP Buster project. I started this Sugar Pop table topper when the layer cake first came in. That

Quilted Baby Shoes-The cutest thing ever

2011-06-11T09:48:00.001-05:00

We are excited to announce that we are carrying all the Curby’s Closet “too cute to kick off” quilted baby shoe patterns! These little shoes are all adorable & you can whip up a pair in about an hour. The directions are very clear and easy to follow. There are 7 different styles. Each pattern includes templates for both size 1 and size 2. Here are my creations with 5 of the patterns. I did

It’s giveaway time!

2011-06-10T10:30:00.001-05:00

Check out the giveaway we are sponsoring over at Hooks, Needles & Brushes! You could win a 9 Fat Quarter Bundle of the pink colorway of Sugar Pop *AND* a copy of Perfect for Precuts! Hurry on over…giveaway ends on June 18th! Share the love Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

It’s Challenge time again! Summer of the WIP busters!

2011-06-08T09:28:00.001-05:00

We all have them…projects never finished. UFO’s, WIP’s… Here’s mine… …beautiful batik blocks that hang on a pants hanger in my studio with the already-cut sashing draped over the hanger’s arm. These blocks, and a few more not shown, should be on point with a nice big block as the medallion center. It should be on my bed, or wall or somewhere besides a pants hanger in my studio. Why?

a must-follow quilty blogger-Confessions of a Fabric Addict

2011-06-05T09:12:00.001-05:00

I met Sarah during our fall Scrap Quilt Challenge. I was and continue to be blown away with her quilting, encouragement to others, enthusiasm, but mostly her charitable heart. Sarah has coordinated and participated in several online & local (Nashville area) quilting charity events. To check out her current challenge, click the button on the right side of the blog: Hands2Help. Sarah also has a

A week’s worth of Sew & Tell

2011-06-04T15:37:00.001-05:00

What a gorgeous, hot & humid week! Our dolls are inside with the AC, so they will need quilts, right? I chain stitch crocheted a cute pink calico to make my clothesline. We used to hang a roll of batting here, but I moved it and the hooks made the clothesline hanging a breeze. The quilts really break up the blah of the pegboard on the other side of this wall. This week I also sent my 3D

A Pretty Sunday, dyed a little brighter

2011-05-30T10:28:00.001-05:00

2 pretty Sunday’s in a row. It’s a record! This Sunday I had a total ME day & dyed 10 yards of fabric. The most common question is “what are you going to do with them?” So, I will tell ya now, I have no idea! I dyed in yards this time and played with stamping some hit & miss on this process, but learned the whole day on the good, bad & ugly of stamping. These have not been rinsed yet, so

adding another vintage touch to the quilt shop

2011-05-26T09:15:00.001-05:00

A couple weeks ago I was talking to a friend about growing up in a family with all brothers, whereas she had sisters. The conversation turned to play time and dolls, or in my case, lack of dolls. The only doll I embraced as a kid was the Bionic Woman. She had skills. My mom had a sister & I am sure much of their time was spent with dolls. I have come to possess these dolls and never really

Join in the twitter chat #talknt tonight!

2011-05-24T10:45:00.001-05:00

It’s Tuesday & you know what that means? Talking Tuesdays! Every Tuesday night Cara, from CaraQuilts.com, hosts a twitter chat revolving around all things sewing, quilting & fabric! We are happy to sponsor tonight’s chat and offer TWO $25 gift certificates to www.fabricsnquilts.com! The easiest way to join in the chat fun is to use tweetchat. Just click this link: http://tweetchat.com/

Stabilizers and Interfacing added to FabricsNQuilts.com

2011-05-20T14:37:00.001-05:00

Favorites from Pellon & Sulky have made their way to www.fabricsnquilts.com! Stock up on your favorites. All are by the yard, so get as much or little as you need! Also, we have added some more of our 1930-40’s reproductions and that Majestic Purple marble promised yesterday Share the love! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

Friday’s Feature from the Floor

2011-05-20T09:30:00.001-05:00

I LOVE these hats! I think I would wear a hat like the 2nd one. The first one reminds me of a hat in a Two & a Half Men episode. Knockers, Vod Knockers… Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

A week of finishes!

2011-05-19T17:28:00.001-05:00

A gloomy week outdoors gave me lots of creative time this week. In addition to all our Newly Listed goodies in the webstore, I was able to quilt & bind this top. All from the scrap bin. Just 1 yard of the brown used to sash & bind plus the backing. I even used batting scraps & Heat Press Batting Together. My scrap pile of batting is now gone except for bits & bobs for pillow stuffing (

Hannah Montana-Cheetah Girls-HSM fabric all 50% off

2011-05-18T12:23:00.001-05:00

Start thinking about your holiday sewing list & then pop over & save a bundle! Disney’s favorite ‘tweens’ just Just $2.00/yard! Share the Love Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

Great collections from Blue Hill-Sara Morgan just added

2011-05-17T13:26:00.002-05:00

Samantha is a beautiful turn of the century floral collection in creams and purples. Let Gettysburg Remembrance add some deep rich tones to your Civil War Reproduction stash! Share the love! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

Half Yard Liquidation-Get ‘em before they are gone!

2011-05-17T10:23:00.001-05:00

We are moving out our remnant 1/2 yards today in our Deal of the Day! Save 30% on great fabrics in 1/2 yard cuts! Share the love! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

Lots of new fabric and notions to show

2011-05-16T08:07:00.001-05:00

It’s been a busy couple weeks here at FNQ! We have rearranged our fabric in the shop with the intent to give you an easier shopping experience. We have just added: Some new Patriotic fabrics from David Textiles Some bright prints for the girls Some awesome prints for the guys and more yummy Kona solids And don’t miss the new Fiskars 5” scissors and Archival pen selections! I guess Extreme Couponing would be an unbelievable concept in 1932…since they are giving instructions on how to USE a coupon Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};

It’s been a raggedy week-in a good creative way

2011-05-13T11:49:00.001-05:00

Spring has definitely sprung on the Cumberland Plateau this week. I’ve spent some quality time with nature, but also with my sewing machine & snips. It seems that the warmer weather has brought out the purse lovers too. My best purse customer, BR, has another baby shower to go to. I think Finley is a “cracker-jack” name for a boy BR also had this bag made for her use.

Free Shipping for a Happy Mother’s Day!

2011-05-07T10:32:00.000-05:00

Happy Mother's Day! Whether your kids are grown or fur-babies, we celebrate you this weekend! We know that as children, we often make Mom feel like So, to help calm that to take us on on free Shipping to US, Canadian, APO/FPO customers May 7th, 8th & 9th. No code necessary! Valid on purchases of $20.00 or more. Can not be combined with other coupon codes, but totally good if you

Bama Bound Quilts~check them out

2011-05-05T14:21:00.001-05:00

There aren’t many words to express the sorrow and pain I feel at the devastation from this spring’s natural disasters world wide. Earlier this week, we featured Quilts for Japan. My heart breaks as I look at the pictures of devastation. Now, in my “own back yard” we have more folks in need after a night of tornados has left the southeast US in similar devastation. Bama Bee has started a blog

Monday’s Challenge & Giveaway

2011-05-02T08:52:00.001-05:00

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all of you that shared a personal & inspiring story! Congrats to our winner, Sarah Craig! It’s our last “Monday’s Challenge!” We have been so happy to bring you this series of challenges & are so honored that you have joined us in our month of giving! This week, we present you http://www.quiltsforjapan.ca/. This program is brought to you by the

Last Day to Enter our Dual Giveaway with Unfinished Project Party!

2011-05-01T13:29:00.001-05:00

You have until midnight EST to enter! http://unfinishedprojectparty.wordpress.com/2011/04/18/enter-the-unfinished-project-party-fabric-giveaway/ and once you enter there, you can enter a 2nd giveaway here: http://fabricsnquilts.blogspot.com/2011/04/mondays-challenge-giveaway.html Don’t wait any longer! Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true

Friday’s News from the Floor

2011-04-29T12:30:00.001-05:00

Ah, the A&P. Who doesn’t miss the old A&P? Maybe they still exist somewhere? As you are thinking 4 cents! OMG…, remember that this was the depression & folks were waiting in line for slices. These 1932 papers are such a great humbler. Share | var addthis_config = {"data_track_clickback":true};