Marketview Magazine - Spring 2017

Hello everyone! 

We’ve really pulled out all the stops this Spring, with Benartex collections from Nancy Halvorsen, 

Jackie Robinson, Ann Lauer, Rose Ann Cook, Cheryl Haynes and Caryl Bryer Fallert Gentry. But it 

doesn’t stop there! Our Contempo Studio offers fabulous new lines from Amanda Murphy, Cherry 

Guidry and Matthew Pridemore. We are also proud to introduce a new designer, Amy Friend, who 

brings a minimalist modern touch to our collections. 

Did you like “Dance of the Dragonflies” from Kanvas? Wait till you see Kanvas’s new “Floral 

Impressions” collection! For the outdoorsman (or woman), Kanvas also offers a woodsy collection 

called (appropriately) “Into the Woods.” 

Welcome back to Nancy Halvorsen! As you will see, Nancy’s 

new collection, “Bree” has all the color and charm you would 

expect from an Art to Heart Collection AND… it has an 

accompanying book called IMAGINE! Imagine features a 

wonderful Block of the Month and extra projects that we just 

can’t wait to try. 

Don’t forget to click the 

links on the collection pages 

to see the FULL collection! 

Thanks for your support of Benartex, and 

best wishes for the coming selling season! 

Come visit us in BOOTH #2706/2707 

Here’s how to order! 

Benartex phone number: 212-840-3250 

Benartex Email: info@benartex.com 

Benartex website: www.benartex.com 

Or call your Benartex sales representative. 

If you have any suggestions, we’d love to 

hear them! Just write to info@benartex.com. 

Susan Neill, 

Vice President, 

Benartex Fabrics 

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social media pages. Check often for sneak 

peeks of new fabric lines, pattern ideas, 

designer features, and quilt market photos 

and exclusive posts to win free fabrics and 

other great giveaways! 

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Cover shows assorted quilts from our new 

collection “Improv” By Amy Friend. 

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Our Spring 2017 Designers 

Sew versatile! Our designers range from traditional to modern! 

amanda murphy ann lauer carol bryer 

fallert-gentry 

cherry guidry 

cheryl haynes Amy Friend jackie robinson matthew pridemore 

nancy halvorsen 

rose ann cook 

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New 

Designer 

Amy Friend 

Designer of 

When I was a little girl, I said I wanted to grow up to be a mommy and an 

artist. I’d like to think that I am just that! I am the mother to three children. 

Previously, I studied art history and worked as a museum collections curator. I 

made the choice to say home with my children when my second child was born. I 

now express my creative side through sewing and pattern design. Early on, I found 

time for this “during quiet time” when the kids were napping or at least enjoying 

some quiet in their rooms. Nowadays, I sew while they are at school. 

I love varying the style of my quilts but generally lean toward modern quilting. My 

real passion is paper piecing. I love everything from the design process through 

fabric selection and sewing. 

Tranquil Free Pattern 

By Amy Friend 

Find out more about Amy on her website, 

www.duringquiettime.com. To view her 

entire IMPROV collection, you can also 

visit www.benartex.com. 

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Books By 

Amy Friend 

These books are available through Brewer and Checker. 

Or you can order from Lucky Spool Media at 

www.luckyspool.com 

Author, Amy Friend, teaches 

you to take your time to make 

thoughtful fabric choices before 

you begin piecing for truly dynamic 

results. Amy Friend’s intentional 

piecing method doesn’t strive just 

for the finish line. Instead, you’ll 

learn to focus on precise, thoughtful 

work. Amy teaches you to ask questions 

she’s consistently asks herself: 

What fabric would make the design 

better? Which design and method 

would best showcase the fabric? 

What choices would make the project 

uniquely yours? 

Love to create repeating blocks in 

your quilts but tired of the same patterns? 

Step away from the ordinary and try 

your hand at a new technique-based 

approach to improvisation. Gorgeous 

photographs illustrate 10 beautiful projects 

where Amy Friend seamlessly bridges 

the gap between improvised design 

and technical execution. Discover a 

unique approach to creating one-of-akind 

blocks with guided exercises that 

explore scale, symmetry and alternate 

gridwork. Then, with Amy’s help, you’ll 

have the opportunity to design your 

own patterns. 

Also check out 

Amy’s new 

Improv Aurifil 

thread collection. 

Look at all the 

great modern 

colors and tones! 

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CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL COLLECTION 

Wildflowers, elegant scrolls, and an 

amazing Wildflower Meadow stripe 

make Jackie’s latest collection another 

“must-have.” As with all of Jackie’s 

collections, every print is carefully 

designed to provide loads of quilting 

and sewing combinations. The result? 

Mix and match to your heart’s content, 

and you will be surprised at all the 

possibilities. Look for more great 

patterns at Jackie’s website 

www.animasquilts.com. 

Mother Nature’s Garden 

Free Pattern 

By Jackie Robinson 

Available Aug/Sept 

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CLICK HERE 

TO VIEW 

FULL 

COLLECTION 

Perfect Harmony & Puzzle Box 

FREE Patterns By Heidi Pridemore 

Available June/July at benartex.com 

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County Line BOM 

Pattern available at 

www.quiltersemporium.com 


Based on an exquisite old quilt created 

around 1870, Rose Ann’s “Modern Antiques” 

is a treasure trove of classic mini prints. 

You’ll find delicate little flowers and rose 

buds,leaves, plaids, and dots, in wonderful 

shades of violet, teal, rose, lime, and cream. 

The combinations are irresistible and the 

project possibilities endless. Be sure to 

look for the Block of the Month and other 

patterns using Modern Antiques. 

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What a cool idea - folk art flowers, 

houses, leaves, and rugs, done in 

brilliant colors and Amanda styling! 

This group has so many possibilities - 

there’s even a wedding ring 

pattern included that can also be used 

as backing. In addition to the colorful 

free pattern,Amanda has created an 

entire group of quilts that truly show 

how versatile these fabrics are. Fun, 

colorful, imaginative - it must be an 

Amanda Murphy collection! 

Folklore 

By Amanda Murphy 

Pattern Available 

for purchase 

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For Mommy and Baby... 

my little 

sunshine 

by Cherry Guidry of Cherry Blossoms Quilting Studio 


How do you say “adorable?” It’s easy - just 

pull out My Little Sunshine fabrics! Cherry has 

created a truly adorable children’s group with 

elephants, monkeys, and fun zoo animals. The 

coordinating prints are fun too - hearts and 

stripes and cool textures. Choose traditional 

blue or pink, and add a touch of gray for a 

modern look. There’s even a super-cool bib 

panel that can be appliquéd and embellished - 

so much fun! A wonderful collection 

for the favorite baby in your life. 

Collection comes with a panel for 

3 baby bibs and instructions. 

Duckies 

FREE 

Pattern 

By Cherry 

Guidry 

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Wow! These daisies are big, 

bright and ready to brighten up 

any room in your home. There’s a 

great wallpaper stripe and daisy 

allovers with checks and dots. It’s 

an entire collection of bright 

yellow, black and white prints 

that are truly fresh and fun. Use 

Oops a Daisy to update a dreary 

kitchen; make Oops a Daisy 

aprons and tablecloths and so 

much more. Wherever you place 

these prints, you’ll add the look of 

sunshine and a garden in bloom. 

Sew fresh! 

Framed Daisies & 

Coming Up Daisies 

FREE Patterns 

By Benartex Studios 

Available Oct/Nov 2017 

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Your favorite little dog is back - the Scottie! Our last 

Scottie group was so popular, you asked for more, so 

we have hearts, Scottie allovers, Scotties with bows, 

and Scotties with bones. (Don’t you love the herringbone 

bow ties?) In classic red, black and white, 

our Scottish Charm collection will be perfect for dog 

lovers, kids, and anyone who likes bold, graphic design. 

Scotty Dogs 

FREE Pattern 

By Tailormade By Design 

Available Sept/Oct 2017 

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Get creative! Mix and match giant paint swirls, dots, 

stripes and paint tubes. These art supply prints will 

make any project burst with color. Perfect for art 

smocks and aprons, studios and backpacks or art 

supply bags. In lights and darks (or mix them together) 

It’s easy to find your inner artist today. 

After all, it’s All About Color! 

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Kanvas Studio’s 


Created by popular demand! You loved our last 

outdoors collection so much, you asked us to create 

another. We think you’ll be delighted with this new 

collection. First, the animal prints look like fine art. We 

have wolves, bears, and moose, beautifully painted. 

(The wolves are realistic, and the bears and moose in 

silhouette.) The rest of the line has wonderful 

textures: trees, bark and plaids. Put them all together 

and you have another winning Woodlands group 

that you will reach for again and again! 

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North Star 

FREE Pattern 


Available Oct/Nov 2017 

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CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL COLLECTION

Make an Impression! 

Dramatic large flower petals, delicately etched with 

metallic gold - it’s an exquisite new collection from 

Kanvas. Floral Impressions is a unique combination of 

photo realism and art. The subtle textured background 

makes each print pop from the background. The 

attention to detail is remarkable - just take a look 

at the butterfly prints - amazing, with the most 

intricate touches of gold. In three fabulous colorways - 

Black/Ivory, Turquoise/Blue and Rose/Plum. 

You may have to buy them all! 

Impressive Grid 

FREE Pattern 

By Heidi Pridemore 

Available July/August 2017 

Don’t forget to check out Pink Sand Beach 

designs for great bag patterns using the 

“Floral Impressions” collection! 

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Large, lush sunflowers with scrolls, mosaic spirals and 

watercolor squares - Ann’s latest collection is full of cool 

surprises! Everything in this group is about color and detail. 

The sunflowers almost pop from the background, each petal 

intricately painted. Coordinating prints swirl in shades of deep 

purple, turquoise and green. There are even neutral prints 

that you will reach for time and again. Look for some additional 

patterns at Ann’s Grizzly Gulch website, 

www.grizzlygulchgallery.com. 

Here comes the sun! 

Don’t forget to check 

out Pink Sand Beach 

designs for great bag 

patterns using 

“Here Comes The Sun” 

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This line comes with 

TONS of beautiful 

patterns from Ann Lauer! 

Reflections (left) 

By Ann Lauer 

Pattern available 

for purchase at 

grizzlygulchgallery.com 

Sunswept (right) 

FREE Pattern 

By Ann Lauer 

Available Sept/Oct 2017 

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This fresh new collection has the perfect name 

- Amy’s mini prints and trendy colors will spark 

your imagination and lead to wonderful 

improvisational projects. We love the combination 

of citron, salmon, and gray - it’s a great modern 

look, and the textured prints are truly fun to 

work with. Sew cool! She’s combined some 

paper-piecing with the opportunity to show off 

your machine or hand quilting. It’s a fresh new 

look that is perfect for any room in the house. 

Quilt shown in the photo is “Caged” 

by Amy Friend using 

“Improv” fabrics by Contempo Studio 

Finished Size: 50” x 64” 

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Caryl is known for her brilliant color, and 

her latest collection, Color Flow, is the 

perfect example of that brilliance! 

These luscious textures glow from the 

deepest ebony to rich jewel tones of 

purple, blue and green. Next, Caryl added 

vibrant sunset and earth colors, and 

finished the group with a wonderful 

selection of grays, from light to dark. This 

is a fabric group that you will reach for 

time and time again. Sew cool, sew useful! 

Color Sweep 

FREE Pattern 

By Tailormade By Design 

Available July/August 

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Balis... 

Real Beauty 

It’s easy to take a trip to a Balinese island - just browse 

through our Benartex Triple Dye Balis, and you’ll be 

instantly transported. Brillant colors, traditional 

tie-dyes, cool Bali overprints, great variety and beautiful 

hand made prints make our Balis the natural choice. 

Hidden Temple 

Free Pattern 


Available August/Sept 

Mountain Creek 

Free Pattern 



Dark Plains 

Free Pattern 



Meadow Song Balis 

Turquoise, green, and gentle touches of yellow give these Balis a rich meadow look. 

The patterned designs are rich, too - very subtle engravings make this collection 

especially appealing. Mix and match for great handbags, carry-alls and vests - it’s a 

great look for summer picnics and colorful summer fun. 

Stone Quarry Balis 

Deep inside the rocks and boulders of a Stone Quarry, there are amazing textures! Each 

rock has its own unique pattern or special fingerprint. These Stone Quarry Balis are the 

perfect example. Ranging in color from persimmon to deepest indigo, this Bali collection 

was designed to provide a selection of the rich textures and deep colors found in nature. 

A classic collection! 

Desert Valley Balis 

Deepened and burnished by the sun, these triple-dyed Balis are a rich and vibrant 

example of how beautiful earth tones can be. There’s a full palette here, from textured 

sand hues to rich bronzes or deep chocolates. Intricate overprints provide even more 

visual interest! This luscious collection will truly put you in touch with your Earth spirits. 

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Warm tones of pumpkin, gold, and green. A folk 

art collection of cheerful chicks. These are just a 

few of the features that makes Cheryl’s 

latest collection so appealing! Every print in this 

collection is a must have, from birdhouses to 

chicks in cups. The accompanying textures and 

ginghams are rich and classic (just look at the 

“Crackle” print) - the kind of fabrics you reach 

for time and again. So… don’t walk, run! These 

prints will be gobbled up quickly! 

Visit prairiegrovepeddler.com for more projects. 


Chicken Strips 

FREE Pattern 

By Cheryl Haynes 

Available Sept/Oct 

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4130-12 blocks panel 

(shown at 8%) 

Have you ever wondered what makes gears turn, 

and circuits click on and off? We know! It’s 

Matthew’s Mini Monsters! This new group from 

Matthew Pridemore is bold, colorful and just plain 

fun. Meet Munchy, Squeeky, Thorny, and Drippy 

- they’ll explain it all to you. These little mini monsters 

peek out from behind the gears and boards, 

delighting childen and adults alike. The working of 

machinery will never be the same again! 

Visit thewhimsicalworkshop.com for more projects! 

4131-12 soft book panel (shown at 8%) 

Monster Story 

FREE Pattern 

By Heidi Pridemore 

Available Oct/Nov 

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Benartex Basics 

Basics are the building blocks of all sewists, and we have something for everyone! 

For a full list of available SKUs and colors, visit benartex.com 

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Free Pattern of the Month! 

Here’s an elegant way to show off these beautiful gold-enhanced prints. 

Just combine the stripes and florals and add a border! The result is a 

sophisticated and stunning “Sleeping Beauty” quilt. 

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Uses Kanvas’s Natural Beauty collection 

by Kanvas Studio 

Finished Size: 62-1/2” x 76”

SAMPLE KEY/SKU QTY CUT 

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Thistle Dot 

8657M-12 Black 

Wildflower Silhouette 


Wildflowers 

8661M-07 Cream 

Wildflowers 


Potpourri 


Wildflower Silhouette 

8658M-40 Celery 

Wildflower Vine 


Wildflower Vine 

8662M-07 Cream 

Silhouette Bursts 


5/8 yd 

5/8 yd 

2/3 yd 

1/3 yd 

1/4 yd 

1/3 yd 

1-1/4 yds 

1-1/4 yds 

1/2 yd 

(7) 2½”x WOF strips*, subcut 

(2) 2 ½” x 55” strips, Inner Border 

(2) 2 ½” x 68 ½” strips, Inner Border 

(4) 2 ½” squares 

(7) 2½”x WOF strips*, subcut 

(2) 2 ½” x 59” strips, Inner Border 

(2) 2 ½” x 72 ½” strips, Inner Border 

(4) 2 ½” squares 

(4) 5 ½” x WOF strips*, subcut 

(2) 5 ½” x 68 ½” strips 

(2) 5” x WOF strips*, subcut 

(1) 5” x 68 ½” strips 


(2) 1 ½” x 68 ½” strips 


(2) 2 ½” x 68 ½” strips 


(2) 5” x 68 ½” strips 


(2) 4 ½” x 68 ½” strips 


(2) 5” x 68 ½” strips 


(2) 4 ½” x 68 ½” strips 

(7) 2-1/4” x WOF strips*, Binding 

WOF = Width of fabric | *Sew strips via short ends 

QUILT CENTER 

E 

This is a very simple quilt made using long strips 

of fabic, 2 borders and small corner squares. A 

great beginner quilt for the brand new sewer! 

QUILT ASSEMBLY 

1. Using C-H strips, sew together Quilt Center 

following the Diagram below. 

Border Assembly: Measure width and length 

of the quilt top to ensure border sizes, below 

are our cutting instructions. Follow the Quilt 

Diagram on the back page. 

2. Inner Borders: Sew (1) A 2 ½” x 68 ½” strip 

to left side and (1) to the right side of QUILT 

CENTER. Then sew (1) B 2 ½” square to left 

and right side of (1) A 2 ½” x 55” strip. Make 2. 

Sew (1) BAB strip to top and (1) to bottom of 

Quilt Center. 

3. Outer Borders: Sew (1) B 2 ½” x 72 ½” strip 

to left side and (1) to the right side of QUILT 

CENTER. Then sew (1) A 2 ½” square to left 

and right side of (1) B 2 ½” x 59” strip. Make 2. 

Sew (1) ABA strip to top and (1) to bottom of 

Quilt Center. 

FINISHING 

Cut batting and backing 3” larger than top 

on all sides. Layer backing, batting and top 

together and baste or pin. When quilting 

is completed, trim excess batting and 

backing. Bind as usual. 

Finished Quilt Size: 62-1/2” x 76” 

Note: If this Benartex pattern is 

included in a kit, any questions about 

the kit should be addressed to the 

vendor from whom you bought it. 

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Don’t want to wait to get some 

amazing fabrics? Don’t worry! 

Here are our newest collections 

that are shipping this month! 

Check with your local Quilt Shop 

to snag these prints before it’s 

too late! 

Fabric 

Collections 

Available 

Now! 

benartex, llc. • 132 West 36th street, 4th floor • New York, NY 10018 • T: 212-840-3250 • benartex.com

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