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Welcome back to the final installment of the Quilt Goals 2023 challenge! This month, I took on the delightful challenge of crafting a clamshell pillow top for #QuiltGoals2023.

In my twenty-five years of quilting, I’ve never pieced a block like this one, but I’m up for the challenge! I’m using a recent favorite, Lighthearted by Camille Roskelley for Moda Fabrics, to sew with. I love the colors and floral designs of this collection.

The clamshell quilt is a traditional quilt with curves, and Latifah Saafir Studios has several patterns and rulers designed just for this type of ...

It’s time again to embark on another exciting journey through the Quilt Goals 2023 challenge! Like a needle gliding through layers of fabric, we’re ready to explore everyone’s September quilting dreams. Now, let’s dive in to see what Shereece Nicole of Sew Hooked on Treasures made for #QuiltGoals2023!

Shereece shared, “Fat Quarter Shop asked me to participate in their Quilt Goals 2023 – a program to challenge our creative selves to do something we’ve always wanted to do, but hadn’t. When I saw t-shirt quilt on the list, I jumped all over it! My sister ...

Welcome, once again, to the Quilt Goals 2023 challenge! It’s that time again when we pick up our needles and 2023 quilting dreams. Are you ready?

Hi there, it’s Christopher from The Tattooed Quilter.

We’re nearly four months away from a new year, can you believe it? Before I get wrapped up in the holiday season, I’m taking some time to reflect on my personal, career, and maker goals, including sharing this project I created for the 2023 Quilt Goal Challenge by Fat Quarter Shop.

Mini quilts have been the anchor of The Tattooed Quilter for ...

Welcome back to the Quilt Goals 2023 challenge!

Hi there! It’s Wendy of The Weekend Quilter here. It’s hard to believe that we’re over the halfway mark of 2023, and as soon as you know it, it will be gifting season. Every year on my list of quilting goals I have make quilted gifts for friends and family. However, during the months leading up to gift exchanges, I procrastinate with other tasks on my to-make list and don’t get around to making until a week before we meet in-person. As a result of that, I have ...

It’s time to share another Quilt Goals 2023 project with you! This year we’ve been working towards some Quilt Goals to grow in our quilting practice and to learn new skills. If you like to cross stitch or have been thinking  about getting into it, I think you’ll enjoy seeing what Robin Pickens is stitching for #QuiltGoals2023. She’s jumped into cross stitch in a big way, so let’s take a look!

Hello, and Happy National Sewing Machine Day!

For this special day, I want to challenge you to teach someone in your life to make a quilt. Whether it’s a friend, neighbor, or relative. You can pass on your love of quilting to someone in your life!

I never knew how much a sewing machine would change my life when I got mine 30 years ago. To celebrate this special holiday, Fat Quarter Shop is giving away an EverSewn Sparrow QE Sewing Machine and a bundle of quilting supplies to get you started.

This prize package is worth $930.

• EverSewn ...

Happy National Sewing Machine Day!

To celebrate this most wonderful of all holidays, I’m sharing a free tutorial to make a sewing machine mat with pockets. With storage where you need it, it keeps your sewing space clear and your notions close at hand.

Supplies:

These prints by Lori Holt of Bee in My Bonnet for Riley Blake were too cute to pass up! Aside from the basics, you’ll need some of your favorite fabrics in these amounts:

• 1 yard for the Top (SKU# C10936-CLOUD) 
• 1 yard for the Backing (SKU# C10925-GREEN)
• Fat Quarter for Small Pocket (SKU ...

Welcome back to the Quilt Goals 2023 challenge! As a quilter, one of the most exciting things you can hear from a friend is, “Can you show me how to make a quilt?” All the emotions start running as you know that the adventure ahead for your friend will be amazing and, hopefully, the start of their own loved and long quilting journey.

Hello, I am Jemima Flendt, and today I’ll be sharing the project I chose for my 2023 Quilt Goal Challenge by Fat Quarter Shop! I design and create quilt and sewing patterns for my label Tied ...

It’s time to share another Quilt Goals 2023 project with you! In January, I invited you to set a quilting goal that will bring you a little outside your comfort zone. It’s a good way to challenge yourself, learn a new skill and add something special to your quilt practice. Some quilty friends are sharing their projects with us each month on the blog. Are you ready to see what Sherri McConnell is making for #QuiltGoals2023?

Making a Pillow with Orange Peel ...

Welcome back to the Quilt Goals 2023 challenge! In January, I invited you to set a quilting goal that will bring you a little outside your comfort zone. It’s a good way to challenge yourself, learn a new skill and add something special to your quilt practice. Some quilty friends are sharing their projects with us each month on the blog. Let’s dive in to see what Melissa Corry is making for #QuiltGoals2023!

Making ...

Welcome back to the Quilt Goals 2023 challenge! Last month I invited you to set a quilting goal that’s just a little outside your comfort zone. It’s a good way to challenge yourself, learn a new skill and add some pizazz to your quilt practice. Some quilty friends heeded the call, and they’re sharing their process with us each month on the blog. Let’s dive in to see what Pat Sloan is making for #QuiltGoals2023!

Making Tula Pink’s Butterfly Quilt ...

Are you looking for a way to challenge yourself and create something all-new this year? I have the perfect thing for you: Quilt Goals 2023! Setting a quilting goal that’s just a little outside your usual fare can be a great way to challenge yourself and make something amazing. Let’s make it happen in 2023 and make this year one to remember!

Taking inspiration from the APQ Bucket List, I’m challenging myself to go out of my comfort zone this year by sewing a new type of quilt that I’ve never tried before.

Quilt Goals 2023 ...

Sewing-related holidays are the best kind, aren’t they? Thread a Needle Day is OUR kind of holiday. To celebrate the essential tools of the trade that make our world go ’round, we have a fun contest and a special coupon, just for you!

Today we’re indulging all you cross stitchers with a little floss frenzy. Classic Colorworks makes lovely 100% cotton hand-dyed cross stitch floss that give your stitches subtle variegation. The floss come in a range of more than 200 colors, which is pretty amazing when you think about it!

Besides the beautiful floss, we love the ...

Happy National Sewing Machine Day! Today we are taking time to celebrate the machines that allow us to do what we love! Sewing machines bring creativity to life with beautiful quilts, and are immensely practical, allowing us to create for our homes, ourselves and loved ones. 

I sewed A LOT of projects on my sewing machine last year! The Juki TL-2010Q is by far my favorite sewing machine at the moment because of how fast it is. If it were a car, it would be a red sports car. It’s that fast! The foot pedal also activates the thread ...

Today, as our Designer Mystery Block of the Month Club approaches its 14th year, we’re taking a look back at all the Designer Mystery quilts over the years, and we’re inviting you to join us for this Designer Mystery Quilt Festival!

If you’ve ever made a Designer Mystery Quilt from 2008 until now, we want to see it! Starting today, from April 29 – May 6 we invite you to join us in sharing a photo of ...

Hello, Quilters! Today we’re taking a walk back in time… Will you join us?

It was 2008 (Remember what you were doing in 2008?). Kimberly was falling in love with mystery quilts (can you blame her?). She wanted to start her own mystery quilt block of the month. She asked some wonderful quilt designers to design blocks for it…. And they said Yes! The rest, as they say, is history! And if you have ever been a member of the Designer Mystery Block of the Month then you, dear quilter, are part of that history, too.

Today, as our ...

Warm-up those Jelly Rolls because National Sew A Jelly Roll Day is coming! The third Saturday of September is always National Sew a Jelly Roll Day!  Celebrate with us September 19 as quilters all around are encouraged to sew something fun and enjoy the day using one of our favorite precuts, the Jelly Roll!

On this day, quilters sew their favorite Jelly Roll quilts in new collections, and stock up Jelly Rolls for their stash. With social distancing in mind, we recommend celebrating with friends via video call or on social media. You can sew whatever you like – just roll ...

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This Mother’s Day, celebrate the one who taught you how to sew!

Whether it’s your granny, an auntie, a guardian or mother, share your story with us. Because sewing is a proud tradition, and chances are you learned from someone who wanted to share the joy and knowledge of this useful skill.

Sharing will enter you to win one of three $50 gift certificates to Fat Quarter Shop!

Giveaway terms:  Leave a comment below sharing your story of who taught you to sew. Each comment equals one ( Limit 1 entry per person).  Comments open until Tuesday, May 12 ...