Publications

~ Favorite Art Quilt Patterns ~

Jean and the crew have picked out these great patterns as ones we'd like to work on ourselves.
We think you'll like them as much as we do!

To find out if any of these patterns have kits available,
please visit the 'Quilting Projects, Kits and Ideas' page.

Note: Whenever possible, orders for a single pattern will be mailed out free of charge.
Large patterns (8 1/2" x 11" or larger) will be mailed at a reduced rate.

The Grove Quilt
by Carolyn Friedlander

Modern grove geometric, bold and ready to adorn your wall. Suit your tastes, make it scrappy or minimal. Intermediate paper piecing, with a cheat sheet and plenty of diagrams. Handy tip section

project size: 32″ x 46″
techniques: intermediate paper / foundation piecing, basic piecing
pre-cut friendly:can use fat quarters and fat eights
pattern extras: how-to instructions with illustrations, suggested quilting diagrams, directions for making a hanging sleeve

Pattern: $12.50
[Add to Cart]

{fabric requirements}

Olive Wall
by Carolyn Friedlander

From her desk on Olive street in St. Louis, She watched a row of trees change through the year. a constant reminder of time and season something new to a Florida native. Olive Wall is named for that view. It can be made to reflect the seasons or time of day, or to tell a different story. In her cover sample, she uses a warm palette to represent the subtle variations of Florida's seasons, and stripes to emphasize the shape, grain, and direction of the tree limbs.

project size: 34″ x 33 ″
techniques: intermediate paper / foundation piecing, basic piecing
pre-cut friendly:can use fat quarters

pattern extras: how-to instructions with illustrations, suggested quilting diagrams, directions for making a hanging sleeve, instructions for mitered borders, 3 fabric scenarios including a stripe specific version.

Pattern: $12.50
[Add to Cart]

{fabric requirements}

Aerial Quilt
by Carolyn Friedlander

Ever thought about how things look from above? Or maybe you’ve enjoyed looking out an airplane window. This quilt is inspired by the view that you might see looking down.

This is the perfect project for beginner paper-pieces. Learn the basics of a great technique while combining all your favorite fabrics. Add texture to your project with a range of fabrics, from quilting cottons to linen to velveteen!

project size: 62″ x 75″ (plus three other size options: runner, wall, full/queen)
techniques: beginner paper / foundation piecing, basic piecing
pre-cut friendly: can use 2½” strips, scrap friendly
pattern extras: 4 size options, how-to instructions with illustrations, suggested quilting diagrams, directions for making a hanging sleeve

Pattern: $9.50
[Add to Cart]

{fabric requirements}

The Palmetto Quilt
By Carolyn Friedlander

I love palmettos, and they are familiar to me having grown up in Florida. The spikey shape and rich color make these little palms a striking and iconic feature of the Florida landscape.

This project takes full advantage of one of the perks of paper-piecing, allowing for precise points with ease. Experiment with different fabric combinations, blending solids and prints of your favorite colors.

project size: 28″ x 31½” (plus two other size options: placemat and runner)
techniques: intermediate paper / foundation piecing, basic piecing
pre-cut friendly: can use 2½” strips, scrap friendly
pattern extras: 3 size options, how-to instructions with illustrations, suggested quilting diagrams, directions for making a hanging sleeve

Pattern: $9.50
[Add to Cart]

{fabric requirements}

Blue Heron
by Barbara Shapel

Size: 30” x 48”
The Native American symbol for self reflection, this beautiful bird is often found near lakes and waterways. The pattern contains a full sized master pattern & complete instructions for an original contemporary fiber art piece designed.

$16.50 [Add to Cart]

{fabric requirements}

Mandala
by Barbara Shapel

Size: 42” x 42”
The word "mandala" is loosely translated to mean "circle" in the Sanskrit language, but a mandala is for more than a simple shape, It represents wholeness, and can be seen as a model for the structure of life itself. By coloring on segment the same from on quarter circle to the next, you can create movement and interest in you own version of the Mandela.
A contemporary fiber art design for the confident beginner to intermediate quilter.

$16.50 [Add to Cart]

{fabric requirements}

Spirals
by Barbara Shapel

Size: 36” x 36”
TA passage or a plant which will you choose? Spirals can be interpreted in two distinctly different ways. In both, however, the value of the fabric will be important in making the overall results sing.The pattern contains a full sized master pattern & complete instructions for an original contemporary fiber art piece design.
A contemporary fiber art design for the confident beginner to intermediate quilter.

$16.50 [Add to Cart]

{fabric requirements}

Waterdance
by Barbara Shapel

Size: 19” x 57”
The sun or the moon – which will you choose? This pattern can be interpreted in either way. In any way, however, the value of the fabric will be important in making the overall results sing. By using an easy freezer paper machine appliqué method, this complex-looking design is actually quite easy to make! The pattern includes a master drawing and step-by-step instructions to complete the quilt. A contemporary fiber art design for the confident beginner to intermediate quilter.

$16.50 [Add to Cart]

Pretty 'n Pink!
by Don't Look Now!

Four beautiful girlie pillows.

$15.00 [Add to Cart]

Memories
by Don't Look Now!

The Joseland Tree, Family Tree or make a Memories Tree with this pattern. Even make is a wadding gift and have everyone sign a leaf and make a wall hanging or a pillow for the newly Weds.

$20.50 [Add to Cart]