Modern Sewing Starts Here Edition 15

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Finding Calm with Serenity Fusion Sarah Ashford, obsessive quilter and fabric lover shares her sewing with the Serenity fabric collection from Art Gallery Fabrics I really enjoyed making this oversized patchwork drawstring bag, which is perfect for a beach themed home. I’ve used a pattern called The Finch Bucket by Stitch Mischief. I’ve actually put mine in the bathroom – it’s a great way to keep all those bottles, toys or even toilet rolls tidied away! The beach theme so inspired me that I also made a little patchwork sailboat block, riding the waves of the ocean. I can just imagine a whole quilt of small 6in illustrative blocks like this – it would be perfect for a seaside retreat or even for a picnic blanket to take on the beach. If you fancy making your own Serenity Fusion quilt, you can find the free pattern for the ‘Pacific’ quilt on the Art Gallery Fabrics Website. Do check it out here. Muted, subtle, dreamy and calming are the perfect adjectives to describe the latest collection, Serenity Fusion from Art Gallery Fabrics. Each of the prints is designed by a different AGF designer and their distinctive styles shining through. If you’re looking for a soft colour palette that’s gentle on the eye, then this beautiful low volume collection is it. It reminds me of hazy days at the seaside, with the seagulls over head, and the waves gently lapping at the shore and the grains of sand tickling my feet. Pure bliss! There are 12 cotton prints in this collection, and while the palette is gentle – there’s a good variation in scale and print, making them perfect for patchwork. There are seagulls, feathers, tiny florals and some beautiful textures, which all work harmoniously together. Equally, they would work well paired with other more vibrant collections, to provide a ‘resting place’ for the eyes. Or if you wanted to pair these prints with some solids, the matching blenders from the Pure Elements collection that work really well include Macchiato, Cafe Latte, Cloud and Aquarium. Editor’s notes The Serenity Fusion fabric collection from Art Gallery Fabrics is a breath of fresh air with its low volume prints, inspired by the tranquil waters of the ocean and feeling the warm sand between your toes. This collection highlights celeste tones with creamy, ethereal, and subtle textures. To view more from this cool collection – click here This collection would also work wonderfully for light summer dresses or tops, either for the little ones or for you! The tiny floral print, in particular is perfect for this and there are some lovely samples in the Serenity Fusion ‘look book’ on the AGF website. I really like the simplistic beauty of this collection. With hand drawn lines, brushstroke lines, dots and crosses, it has a really organic, gentle feel, inspired by nature. It would be perfect for baby quilts, garments and home décor. The range of textured prints make it really versatile, and a great one to have in your stash to blend with other prints as well.
CRYSTAL CLUSTER This quilt pattern by Elizabeth Hartman includes all the instructions to make the same bold starburst quilt design in three sizes, plus a cushion. Everything is made using conventional patchwork techniques so there are no templates or paper piecing! This is a perfect project for featuring your favourite colours and prints, and the pattern includes a detailed colour chart that can be used to duplicate the fabrics that the designer has used, or as a guide for organising your own fabrics, and it’s great for using up fabric scraps too. To view this colourful quilt pattern – click here WHAT’S NEW We keep you posted with the latest launches MIX & MATCH EXPANSION PACK Mix and match your way to a wardrobe of beautiful dresses and skirts with the Upton Dress & Skirt plus Mix & Match Expansion Pack! This pattern features multiple bodice, skirt, sleeve, and neckline options for hundreds of dresses. Choose from dresses for brunch and cocktails to weddings, this single pattern can do it all! The full pattern option includes the original Upton Dress pattern pieces, which are necessary to use in conjunction with this pattern. Choose your own adventure with lots of styles that can be mixed and matched with over 350 combinations! The new pattern features include darted or princess seamed bodices with and without sleeves as well as new necklines and standalone skirt with a new contoured waistband and different length options. To view this pattern from Cashmerette – click here KALEIDOSCOPE DESIGNS This new book from Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet Co. is sure to shake up your world with colour! Create quilts filled with a myriad of cool, light and bright colours, centred on a kaleidoscope-inspired star block. There are three quilt and three pillow size options to choose from and an endless array of colour and design options to select! It also has a radiant coordinating cross-stitch that will light up your home as well as showing two different methods for making flying geese and half square triangles! To find out how to get your copy – click here
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