February Fabric Fantasies

Mid-February is when I start to really dream for the year. My collection of gardening and fabric catalogues rise to the surface. They end up piled next to fireplace where I sit to keep warm and dream. I have always loved the printed page and will not turn from it completely. Books and catalogues are more easily moved around the house than my PC. With My computer however, I can shop the world at a the click of a mouse.
If you have not visited Fabric.com yet, this is the perfect time. They are celebrating Kristl's birthday with 30% off select categories such as generous cuts, fast shipping, free return shipping, no hassle guarantees, and frequent shopper programs. They also have a daily deal to check out. This sale lasts until February 22, so visit them today!
Another great place to buy fabrics, notions, and patterns is my sister-in-laws web store at Ebay. It is Quilting-Whimsy and she carries a wonderful selection of Moda fabrics. I also know for fact that her service is excellent. We take quilting seriously in this family.
I'm off to sew now. I've decided to release my Celtic Block of Month pattern as a set. I've lots of polishing work to do. Not to mention different color samples. Anyone in the family want to create a few for me?

Celtic Block of the Month Quilt Pattern

Mountainjoy Quilts just released it's new Block of the Month quilt pattern. I have worked on it for quite a while and taught to several local students.

I have now released the first block pattern

IT ALL STARTS IN THE HEART on my web store over at http://www.mountainjoyquiltndye.etsy.com/.

I will be releasing a new one each month for the next twelve months. Just think, you could start that next holiday gift already. Each block is really quick and fairly easy. I include full instructions and templates. They will all be a 13" square with a celtic knot in stained glass style.

Have fun picking out your own color scheme, it is practically endless with today's fabric lines. You could also use a different color bias tape. You lose the stained glass effect, but one of my students did an amazing piece using copper metallic bias tape and fall colored fabrics. You also get to choose how many you feel like doing. Quilted in single blocks, they are cute table pieces. Three or four quilted together make a great wall piece. All twelve, when put together with sashing strips and borders, will give you a queen-sized quilt. It's the perfect time to start a new project. How else are we quilters to keep warm in the winter?