Now in Stores | Fanciful by Rae Hoekstra

“Fanciful is a homage to blooms and blossoms, inspired by my late grandmother, Grace, who loved all things floral and fancy, especially roses. Her style influenced my love of color, fashion, and design from an early age. She loved dressing up in bright floral prints, had an impressive collection of elegant hand-painted floral teacups and a house full of artificial floral arrangements.

Ribbon Box Quilt Pattern (variation) by Cloud9 Fabrics – Free Project!

This collection is a celebration of the shapes, lines, and colors of those plant kingdom standouts and I feel certain Grandma would approve of this collection of prints, which offers a more sophisticated turn from my previous collections.”

Open Wide Zippered Pouch Pattern by Noodlehead

Willow Tank Pattern by Grainline Studio

Rope Handbag pattern by The Long Thread

Cafe Curtain

Narita Dress pattern by Hey June

Sidewalk Showcase Part 2

These posts just keep coming! Here are more projects that were featured on Rae’s Sidewalk Showcase:

Just Look at this brotherly love! Brooke from Oliver’s Fancy was able to make something for each of her three boys!

Safari Raglan (Titchy Threads), Mini Hudson Pant (True Bias), Ringer Tee (Brindille & Twig), Drawstring Leggings (Brindille & Twig)

Meredith at Olivia Jane Handcrafted put together a sleeveless top and a dress, for her kids who both have a love for school buses!

Vanessa at LBG Studio made this sweet top for her daughter. The green looks so lovely on her!

Waterfall Raglan (Chalk and Notch)

We can’t get over this cuteness! Check out this dress Sara at Made By Sara drafted up for her daughter.

Sidewalk Showcase Part 1

Rae Hoekstra is holding a Sidewalk Showcase, and we just can’t get enough of these adorable prints! Take a look at some of the projects that the participants have been posting. Visit their blogs for more information on the projects!

Natalie at HungryHippie Sews made these cozy Bug’s Life PJs!

Flashback Skinny Tee (Made By Rae)

To prepare for the arrival of her sister’s twins, Caitlin at Fancy Tiger Crafts made some adorable rompers! How exciting!

Modern Baby Set (Green Bee Patterns)

Just in time for Spring! Teri at Fa Sew La whipped up a comfortable and cute Heather Dress.

Heather Dress (Sew Over It)

More baby things! Anna at Noodlehead made this baby gift set. We could all use a plush blanket like this one!

Modern Baby Set (Green Bee Patterns)

Check out this awesome hoodie that Meg at Mama Libearated made for her son!

Rowan Tee (Titchy Threads)

Now in Stores | Sidewalk by Rae Hoekstra

There’s still a little time for holiday making! Sidewalk, by Rae Hoekstra, is an ode to the sunny afternoon walk home from school, when the weather is warm and the air smells of freshly cut grass. This colorful collection of interlock prints depicts the sights of a carefree amble through the neighborhood.

Here’s a whole lot of inspiration from the Made by Rae team – check out her blog for details and pattern info.

Art Class in Astoria Top (Seamwork Magazine)

Lawn Ornament in Skinny Flashback Tee with Skirt (Made by Rae)

Prize Garden in Isla Dress (Made by Rae)

Bugs Life jammies

Red Rover in Just Hatched Baby Leggings (Made by Rae)

Fancy Steps in Isla Top (Made by Rae)

Lawn Ornament in Just Hatched Baby Leggings (Made by Rae)

Now in Stores | Laminates

You asked, we listened! We’ve had so many requests for laminated cottons and we’re finally delivering the goods. Our laminates are organic cotton based with a supple and glossy PU coating. We’ve chosen 6 of our most popular kids prints from Ed Emberley, Rae Hoekstra and Little Cube – it’s a fun, colorful and, most importantly, water-resistant assortment that meets all your young {and maybe not so young} people’s desires.

Visit our website for a list of retailers. Not in your area? Tell your local quilt shop about us!