The surprises in the June Sew Sampler box are already making waves! Peek inside for a clue to the tidal rush of oh-sew-delightful contents and to learn about the Vault Patterns and the Spooled Quilt Along.

Don’t miss out on this box! If you aren’t yet subscribed and want to join, do so very SOON, so you don’t miss this month’s cut off date for sign ups!

Celebrating 10 Years of Sew Sampler

Since April 2016, we’ve shipped 120 blue boxes filled with quilting goodness to our amazing members. Your creativity and love of quilting have helped shape Sew Sampler into the wonderful community it is today, and we are sew grateful to celebrate this milestone with you!

To mark the occasion, we’re opening the Sew Sampler Vault! For the first time ever, 12 of our most requested exclusive Sew Sampler quilt patterns are coming back.

From April 2026 through March 2027, one quilt pattern from the Sew Sampler Vault will be automatically included as a printed pattern in each monthly box shipment as a special bonus for members, at no extra cost! The exact pattern each month will stay a surprise until your blue box arrives. A little quilting mystery to keep things fun!

Non-members will be able to shop the monthly Sew Sampler Vault pattern separately, as a paid PDF pattern, only.

2026 Spooled Sew Sampler Quilt Along!

With the Flowering Quilt Along wrapped up in last month’s box, we’re ready to get going with this year’s Sew Sampler Box Sew Along, Spooled, which measures 54.5″ square finished.

Join us for a whimsical year-long journey with the Spooled Quilt Along! Spinning off traditional block patterns, this quilt along is a wonderful way to sew something beautiful with wonder and joy. The Petals and Polka Dots fabric collection by Bunny Hill Designs brings together graceful reds, pinks, and creams that will keep your bobbins bobbing along. The Spooled quilt will steadily grow into an unforgettable and heartwarming keepsake!

The Spooled Quilt Kit will be available for purchase soon. Sign up to be notified so you don’t miss out, and the much-anticipated Fabric Requirements and Conversions are available now for those wishing to sew with something else!

If you are not yet subscribed and want to join right in time for our Spooled Quilt Along and a new year of Sew Sampler, now’s the time! Don’t forget, you can always find the quilt details on the Sew Sampler Quilt Along page.

Join the Sew Sampler Facebook Group

We want to invite you to join our members-only Sew Sampler Facebook group! Other quilters are starting to share their amazing Flowering Quilts, and we’d love to see yours, too!

Be sure to follow us for more box reveals and future sneak peeks on all social media by using #SewSampler and tagging @SewSamplerBox!

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Florabelle Block by Heather Briggs

This week’s designer, Heather Briggs, is the fabric designer, pattern designer, and all-around maker of pretty things behind My Sew Quilty Life. This week, she brought us the intermediate-level Florabelle Block. Square in a Square blocks are framed by fluttering flying geese for a beautiful little floral block you will want to make season after season. You can join Kimberly for a live sewing tutorial of the Florabelle Block on Friday, June 5th, at 9AM CT, in the Behind The Seams Livestream on the Fat Quarter Shop YouTube Channel.

Heather is sewing her Sewcialites 3 Quilt with her upcoming collection, Handmade Sweetness for Moda Fabrics.

Florabelle Block Pattern and Recommended Paper:

• Sewcialites 3 Block 16 – Florabelle by Heather Briggs Free PDF Pattern
• Sewcialites 3 Information Packet Free PDF
• 1″ Square in a Square Quilt Block Foundation Paper
• 2″ Square in a Square Quilt Block Foundation Paper
• 3″ Square in a Square Quilt Block Foundation Paper
• 1″ x 2″ Flying Geese Quilt Block Foundation Paper
• 2″ x 4″ Flying Geese Quilt Block Foundation Paper
• 3″ x 6″ Flying Geese Quilt Block Foundation Paper
• Visit the Sewcialites 3 Quilt Along Supply Page for the patterns for Blocks 1-15

Take a look at the Florabelle Block in all three size options, using different collections! Kimberly sewed the 6″ block using Lyda Rose by Bunny Hill Designs for Moda Fabrics, Gina Tell (@gina_tell_threadgraffiti) made the 3″ block in Wild Honey by Lella Boutique for Moda Fabrics, and Pat Sloan (@quilterpatsloan) pieced her 9″ block with Rosie by Fig Tree Quilts for Moda Fabrics.

Three of our Quilty Staffers are joining in and making the 9″ blocks using Blueprint by Camille Roskelley for Moda Fabrics, American Gatherings III by Primitive Gatherings for Moda Fabrics, and In the Garden by Corey Yoder for Moda Fabrics.

Ready to chat? Meet us in the Sewcialites Lounge

Meet your fellow Sewcialites by joining the Sewcialites Lounge on Facebook (where we will also be posting weekly updates and where you can ask questions).

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates, and share your progress with the #Sewcialites3 hashtag so we can see and share your work! We hope to see you back here on the blog on Friday, June 12th, for the seventeenth block release of our Sewcialites 3 Quilt Along!

Happy Quilting!

Stay connected to Fat Quarter Shop!

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Each month on the Jolly Jabber Blog, we post our Livestream schedule, and each week we post reminders on our social media pages for that week’s stream. If you’re not already following us on Instagram, you can follow @FatQuarterShop for quilting Livestream reminders, and for our cross stitch Livestreams, follow @FQSXStitch.

If you don’t use social media or want a copy of this calendar for yourself, simply right-click the calendar in these monthly blog posts and download it!

Stay connected to Fat Quarter Shop!

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This is the Scrappy Americana Flag Stitch Along, finishing this July, by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet.

Patriotic Stitching Round Up

Did you know we have an entire page dedicated to patriotic cross stitch patterns? Whether you’re stitching ahead of the Fourth of July or you just love celebrating the red, white, and blue, there are hundreds of patriotic patterns for you to peruse! Keep reading to see some of our fully finished objects from summers past, and check out this list of brand new patterns that just hit the site below:

• Americana Trio by Kim Diehl
• Liberty & Justice 1776 by Stitching with the Housewives
• Home Town Neighborhood – Flag House by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet
• 1776 – Stitch & Stuff Series by Crocette a GoGo
• 1776-2026 Stocking by Teresa Kogut
• Abigail Animal Crackers Series by Stacy Nash Primitives
• Hometown Summer by Count Your Stitches Designs
• Stitches of Valor by Sambrie Stitches Designs
• Uncle Sam’s Parade by Finally A Farmgirl
• Betsy by Notforgotten Farm
• America Tiny Tags by KiraLyn’s Needlearts

July 4 Forever Simply Stamps Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive

• July 4 Forever Simply Stamps Downloadable PDF Cross Stitch Pattern
• July 4 Forever Simply Stamps DMC Thread Pack & Floss Keeper (Currently Unavailable)

USA Forever Simply Stamps Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive

• USA Forever Simply Stamps Downloadable PDF Cross Stitch Pattern
• USA Forever Simply Stamps DMC Thread Pack & Floss Keeper
• Tune in to the April 26th, 2023, Livestream to learn more

Bee in My Bonnet Stitch Cards Set U by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet

• Bee in My Bonnet Stitch Cards Set U by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet
• Lori Holt Bee in My Bonnet Stitch Cards Set U DMC Thread Pack & Floss Flower Thread Bobbins
• Cross Stitch Cloth
  • Lori recommends using Heritage 25 Count Lugana by Lori Holt for Zweigart
  • Kimberly will be stitching on Vintage Country Mocha 14 Count Aida by Zweigart

Patriotic Flea Market Flowers by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet

• Flea Market Flowers Cross Stitch Pattern by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet
• Patriotic Flea Market Flower DMC Thread Pack (you will need this to get the patriotic recolor)
• Cross Stitch Cloth
  • Lori recommends using Prim 25 Count Lugana by Lori Holt for Zweigart
  • Kimberly used Vintage Country Mocha 14 Count Aida by Zweigart

Stitchy Stars by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet

• Stitchy Stars Cross Stitch Paper Pattern
• Stitchy Stars Downloadable PDF Cross Stitch Pattern
• Lori Holt Summer Seasonal Stitchy Stars DMC Thread Pack & Floss Keeper
• Stitchy Stars Floss Keeper
• Read more about it on the Jolly Jabber Blog

Patriotism & Industry by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet

• Patriotism & Industry Prim Stitch Series #1 Cross Stitch Pattern
• Read more about it on the Jolly Jabber Blog

July’s Fireworks Shelf Life by It’s Sew Emma

• July’s Fireworks Shelf Life Cross Stitch Paper Pattern
• July’s Fireworks Shelf Life Downloadable PDF Cross Stitch Pattern
• Read more about it on the Jolly Jabber Blog

Patriotic TypeFACE by It’s Sew Emma

• Patriotic TypeFACE Cross Stitch Paper Pattern
• Patriotic TypeFACE Downloadable PDF Cross Stitch Pattern
• Read more about it on the Jolly Jabber Blog

Star Spangled Ornaments by It’s Sew Emma

• Star Spangled Ornaments Cross Stitch Paper Pattern
• Star Spangled Ornaments Downloadable PDF Cross Stitch Pattern
• Star Spangled Ornaments Classic Colorworks Thread Pack
• Tart Tin Ornament Pack, a Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive
• 2.64″ Sticky Circles Mounting Board, a Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive
• Learn more in the FlossTube Livestream from last May

American Spirit by It’s Sew Emma

• American Spirit Cross Stitch Paper Pattern
• American Spirit Downloadable PDF Cross Stitch Pattern
• Learn how to finish this piece as a pillow on the Fat Quarter Shop FlossTube channel

Patriotic Holiday Hallmarks Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive

• Patriotic Holiday Hallmarks Downloadable PDF Cross Stitch Pattern
• Learn about this and the rest of the Holiday Hollmarks stitch series in the February 16th, 2022, Livestream

Freedom Patchwork Seasons Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive

• Freedom Patchwork Seasons Downloadable PDF Cross Stitch Pattern
• Freedom Patchwork Seasons NPI Thread Pack
• Tune in to the June 8th, 2021, Livestream to learn more

How to Join the Red, White & June Stitch Along

If you want to join Kimberly for the Red, White & June Stitch Along, it’s really simple! Just gather your patriotic stitchy supplies, start stitching, and share with us and everyone else on Facebook and Instagram! Be sure you’re using the hashtag #RedWhiteandJuneSAL so we can see and share what you make!

Want to let the world know you’re joining in on the fun? Right-click the image above to download it, then share it to show you’re participating!

Kimberly will be showing her progress all month long, so be sure you’re following us (@fqsxstitch), so you don’t miss a thing!

Happy Stitching!

Stay connected to Fat Quarter Shop!

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Whitecaps 10″ squares Floral Reef by Tula Pink for FreeSpirit Fabrics

Make a splash on your next project with Tula Pink’s Whitecaps 10” Squares! This Floral Reef collection is bursting with reef-inspired colors, lively corals, aquatic blues, and playful sea life that coordinate perfectly with the Whitecaps Quilt Pattern. Each precut square feels like a little underwater treasure, bringing a fresh tide of seaside whimsy right to your sewing table!

Be sure to check out the full collection on our website.

2.75″ Half Square Triangle Paper – Triangles on a Roll

Bring a wave of precision to your quilting with 2.75” Half Square Triangle Paper! Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned pro, these Triangles on a Roll make it easy to achieve perfectly crisp points and matched corners every time. Just unroll what you need, let the guidelines lead the way, and tuck the rest away for a tidy workspace. Your projects will glide together smoothly, like a calm tide carrying every piece right into place!

Quick & Easy All Stars Block Tool Quilt Book

Gaze into a sea of starry possibilities with the Quick & Easy All Stars Block Tool Quilt Book by Debbie Rodgers! Inside, you’ll discover 110 dazzling star blocks and inspiring project ideas that offer endless versatility for your next quilt. This approachable guide is packed with helpful tips, clear diagrams, and handy yardage charts in multiple sizes to bring confidence to every step. With precut-friendly layouts and organized reference tables, planning your masterpiece is as smooth as a summer breeze!

Whitecaps Quilt Pattern by Fat Quarter Shop
A Sew Sampler Exclusive

Catch the perfect creative wave with Fat Quarter Shop’s exclusive Whitecaps Quilt Pattern, perfect for the Whitecaps 10” Squares in this box. Crisp blues ripple across the design like rolling tides, guiding your eye toward lively pops of coral, shells, and seaside surprises tucked within every block. The balance of calm tones and playful prints creates a sunlit, easygoing feel that brings a breezy getaway glow to any space. It’s like having a little coastal retreat all to yourself, right in your own home!

Finishing Kit available at Fat Quarter Shop.

Sew Sampler Vault Pattern – Starflower by Fat Quarter Shop
A Sew Sampler Exclusive

Straight from the Sew Sampler Vault, the Starflower pattern attracts and entrances with bursts of color and prints, like bees to a honeysuckle! Rows of stars are linked with dazzling diamonds for a sensational statement quilt, and this pattern also includes a bonus size for tablerunners.

2026 Spooled Block #2 Quilt Along Pattern
Sew Sampler got it first!

Block #2 of the Spooled Quilt Along is here to keep the mystery growing! With soft reds, pinks, and creamy neutrals, this block adds a touch more detail as your quilt’s story begins to unfold. The pieces come together with a gentle rhythm that feels both classic and fresh, making every stitch a joy. It’s the perfect next step in seeing your beautiful project come to life!

Join us for a whimsical, year-long journey with the Spooled Quilt Along! Spinning off traditional block patterns, this quilt along is a wonderful way to sew something beautiful with wonder and joy. The Petals and Polka Dots fabric collection by Bunny Hill Designs brings together graceful reds, pinks, and creams that will keep your bobbins bobbing along. The Spooled quilt will steadily grow into an unforgettable and heartwarming keepsake!

The Spooled Quilt Kit will be available for purchase soon, and the fabric requirements will be released on June 29th! Sign up to be notified when the kit comes in so you don’t miss out!

Celebrating 10 Years of Sew Sampler

Since April 2016, we’ve shipped 120 blue boxes filled with quilting goodness to our amazing members. Your creativity and love of quilting have helped shape Sew Sampler into the wonderful community it is today, and we are sew grateful to celebrate this milestone with you!

To mark the occasion, we’re opening the Sew Sampler Vault! For the first time ever, 12 of our most requested exclusive Sew Sampler quilt patterns are coming back.

From April 2026 through March 2027, one quilt pattern from the Sew Sampler Vault will be automatically included as a printed pattern in each monthly box shipment as a special bonus for members, at no extra cost! The exact pattern each month will stay a surprise until your blue box arrives. A little quilting mystery to keep things fun!

Non-members will be able to shop the monthly Sew Sampler Vault pattern separately, as a paid PDF pattern, only.

Join the Sew Sampler Facebook Group

If you are not yet subscribed and want to join right in time for our Spooled Quilt Along and a new year of Sew Sampler, now’s the time! Don’t forget, you can always find the quilt details on the Sew Sampler Quilt Along page.

Be sure to follow us for more box reveals and future sneak peeks on all social media by using #SewSampler and tagging @SewSamplerBox! We also want to invite you to join our exclusive Sew Sampler Facebook group for members only!

Stay connected to Fat Quarter Shop!

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Split Star Block by Lissa Alexander

This week’s designer, Lissa Alexander, is known by many as ModaLissa, and she is the Marketing Director of Moda Fabrics. This week, she brought us the beginner-level Split Star Block. With a handful of half square triangles and some clever fabric placement, this star block is a split-second make. You can join Kimberly for a live sewing tutorial of the Split Star Block on Friday, May 29th, at 9AM CT, in the Behind The Seams Livestream on the Fat Quarter Shop YouTube Channel.

Lissa is sewing her Sewcialites 3 Quilt with Fleur de Paris by French General for Moda Fabrics.

Split Star Block Pattern and Recommended Paper:

• Sewcialites 3 Block 15 – Split Star by Lori Holt Free PDF Pattern
• Sewcialites 3 Information Packet Free PDF
• 1.5″ x 3″ Flying Geese Quilt Block Foundation Paper
• 1.5″ Half Square Triangle Paper
• 2.25″ Half Square Triangle Paper
• Visit the Sewcialites 3 Quilt Along Supply Page for the patterns for Blocks 1-14

Take a look at the Split Star Block in all three size options, using different collections! Kimberly sewed the 6″ block using Lyda Rose by Bunny Hill Designs for Moda Fabrics, Gina Tell (@gina_tell_threadgraffiti) made the 3″ block in Wild Honey by Lella Boutique for Moda Fabrics, and Pat Sloan (@quilterpatsloan) pieced her 9″ block with Rosie by Fig Tree Quilts for Moda Fabrics.

Three of our Quilty Staffers are joining in and making the 9″ blocks using Blueprint by Camille Roskelley for Moda Fabrics, American Gatherings III by Primitive Gatherings for Moda Fabrics, and In the Garden by Corey Yoder for Moda Fabrics.

Ready to chat? Meet us in the Sewcialites Lounge

Meet your fellow Sewcialites by joining the Sewcialites Lounge on Facebook (where we will also be posting weekly updates and where you can ask questions).

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates, and share your progress with the #Sewcialites3 hashtag so we can see and share your work! We hope to see you back here on the blog on Friday, June 5th, for the sixteenth block release of our Sewcialites 3 Quilt Along!

Happy Quilting!

Stay connected to Fat Quarter Shop!

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When Lori’s grandmother first taught her how to crochet, the first thing she learned was the granny square! Since then, she has been hooked on this timeless pattern and has had so much fun exploring all the creative variations and the world of projects she can make with them. In the Granny Square Along Crochet Book, Lori offers 13 simple, creative, and unique ways to create with granny squares.

Some of your FAQs about the Granny Square Along Crochet Book

Is the book for beginners?
This book is not for complete beginners. You will need to know the basics of crochet in order to complete these projects. The projects are simple, and the instructions are easy to follow, but a basic knowledge of crochet is assumed.

What crochet skills should you have before the book comes out this fall?
The crochet stitches used in the book include chain stitches (ch), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), half double crochet (hdc), triple crochet (tc), and slip stitch (sl st). Additionally, the book uses the abbreviations for space (sp) and stitch (st) throughout. For crocheters who prefer diagrams over written instructions, partial diagrams are included throughout.

What supplies do you need?
Crochet is the perfect project to take with you on the go because you only need a small handful of supplies to start stitching! Here are Lori’s favorites of the essential supplies you will need:

• Chunky Crochet Thread Yarn (#2 weight)
  • Check out the Cozy Crochet Series Sets for a scrappy look with zero second-guessing!
• 100% Cute Comfort Grip Crochet Hook Set
  • Most patterns call for a 3.5mm (E/4 US) hook
  • When stitching with two strands at once, you will use a 4.5mm (7 US) hook
• 100% Cute Yarn Needles
• Coral Lori Holt 5″ Scissors
• Project-specific supplies
  • Covered Button Kit
  • Felted Wool
  • Scrap Fabric
  • Poly-Fil
  • Throw Pillows (various sizes)

What optional notions are good to have on hand?
Though not necessary, there are plenty of nifty notions that make your stitching sessions that much easier! Here are Lori’s favorite non-essential notions:

• Lori Holt’s Yarn Winder
• 100% Cute Point Protectors
• 100% Cute Stitch Markers
• Vintage Style Stitchy Reader Glasses
• Beehive Weighted Yarn Bowl
• Lori’s Stitching Light
• Measuring Tape
• Foam Blocking Board
• Rustproof Blocking Pretty Pins

New to crochet and want to learn?

Lori Holt has an amazing video tutorial walking beginners through the steps of making their very first granny square! Go at your own pace and re-watch the video below as many times as you need to, and before you know it, you’ll be hooked on stitching up granny squares too. For even more practice, check out her Crochet Series playlist on her YouTube channel!

Enjoy This Sneak Peek and Pre-order Your Copy Now!

Haven’t reserved your copy of the Granny Square Along Crochet Book yet? Don’t worry! There’s still time to pre-order your copy today. You can find Lori Holt on her blog, YouTube Channel, and Instagram (@beelori1).

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates, and check out the hashtag #GrannySquareAlongBook to join in on the fun!

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Legendary: The Quilts of Tula Pink

Butterfly Quilt 2.0

Made from an assortment of fabrics from True Colors, the Butterfly Quilt 2nd Edition Quilt Pattern is designed by Tula Pink. This stunning pictorial quilt kicks off the exhibit in a riot of color that is sew Tula Pink.

Tula Nova Quilt

Her first big English Paper Piecing pattern, designed to be an introduction to the notable La Passacaglia quilt, the Tula Nova Quilt is an exploration of the most commonly used shapes and techniques in EPP.

Nutty Quilt

Tula is known for her large prints, and she is always looking for a way to surprise us! The Nutty Quilt was designed specifically to pair with her Tiny Beasts collection, giving her fans a fun minagerie of Tiny Beasts to sew with. This quilt kit exclusive pattern has tons of tiny piecing that is still one of her favorites.

Mad Hatter’s Tea Party Quilt

Another quilt kit exclusive pattern that Tula loves to remember is the Mad Hatter Tea Party Quilt. Inspired by the fantastical world of Alice in Wonderland, the Curiouser & Curiouser collection had so much magic to discover, and she even included an illustration of one of her sisters as the model for Alice!

Spool for Love Quilt

A nod to family can be found in a lot of Tula’s collections, including the border fabric in the quilt kit exclusive Spool for Love Quilt that features her mom’s hands holding different sewing tools. Not only is this her favorite quilt, but the Handmade Collection featured in it was designed as a part of her sewing machine collaboration with Bernina.

Amish with a Twist Quilt

One of her more recent makes is the Amish with a Twist Quilt from the Amish With A Twist: Series Two: The Classics Block of the Month Quilt Booklet by Nancy Rink. With a colorful stash of fabrics looking for a home and a love of discovering quilt patterns by other great designers, this colorful block-of-the-month-style quilt was created.

Roseville Album Quilt

Tula is always trying to learn new skills, and appliqué has been her focus most recently. She said the best way for her to learn is to “dive into the deep end,” and this applique masterpiece from Kim Mclean Designs was just what she wanted. For this project, Tula used Hugs ‘N Kisses paper, a semi-disolvable fusible paper.

La Passacaglia Quilt

Another estate sale pattern find, this is the La Passacaglia Quilt from the Millefiori Quilts 6 Quilt Book by Willyne Hammerstein that inspired the Tula Nova Quilt earlier in the exhibit! The original pattern instructions were to square up the quilt, but Tula couldn’t bring herself to part with all of that amazing piecing. Instead, this quilt that took her five years to make and ignited her love of stripes was lovingly appliqued to a background fabric.

Tula Sunrise Quilt

Another one of her EPP quilt designs, the Tula Sunrise Quilt, was designed to support some of her larger prints! The big center piece is balanced by smaller surrounding pieces, and the triangles around the edges tie it all together.

Pom Pom Quilt

The quilt kit, exclusive Pom Pom Quilt, features fabric from her 25th collection called All Stars! Sometimes it can be tricky for designers to make quilts that show off all the fabrics in the collection equally, and this striking quilt was Tula’s creative answer.

Opening Night Quilt

Coming back to Tula’s love of doing the unexpected, as a designer known for her intensely vivid colors, she released the Linework collection using only black and white. Paired with this monochrome collection, the pops of color incorporated into the FREE Opening Night Quilt Pattern stand out even more!

Fade to Gray Quilt

As a follow-up to Linework, her Graywork collection explores all the shades of gray that exist between black and white. Available now, the Fade To Gray Quilt Kit is one of those simple patterns that looks more difficult than it actually is! Be sure to keep an eye out for the little wolf Tula designed as a nod to another one of her sisters.

Anchors Away Quilt

The Anchors Away Quilt was one of her first big patterns, originally designed as a wedding present for her older sister. The pixilated anchor in the center of the quilt uses the varied shades of blue from her Saltwater collection to create depth and shadow.

Hex on the Beach Quilt

One of her very first EPP patterns, Hex on the Beach, was inspired by the iconic Missoni style of knitwear. The variegated placement of the pieces creates a fun visual effect in a very classic EPP layout. This quilt shows Tula’s understanding of how color creates movement from very early in her career.

What is your favorite Tula Pink memory?

We hope you had fun taking a trip down memory lane of Tula Pink’s amazing career, and we would love to hear what your favorite Tula Pink collection, quilt, or project has been your favorite!

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Criss Cross Star Block by Lori Holt

This week’s designer is Lori Holt, the prolific fabric, notion, and pattern designer for Riley Blake Designs. This week, she brought us the beginner-level Criss Cross Star Block. Let your scrappy side shine and explore the versatility of corner square construction with this one. You can join Kimberly for a live sewing tutorial of the Criss Cross Star Block on Friday, May 22nd, at 9AM CT, in the Behind The Seams Livestream on the Fat Quarter Shop YouTube Channel.

Lori is sewing her Sewcialites 3 Quilt with fabrics from her Farmer’s Daughter Collection for Riley Blake Designs.

Criss Cross Star Block Pattern:

• Sewcialites 3 Block 14 – Criss Cross Star by Lori Holt Free PDF Pattern
• Sewcialites 3 Information Packet Free PDF
• Visit the Sewcialites 3 Quilt Along Supply Page for the patterns for Blocks 1-13

Take a look at the Criss Cross Star Block in all three size options, using different collections! Kimberly sewed the 6″ block using Lyda Rose by Bunny Hill Designs for Moda Fabrics, Gina Tell (@gina_tell_threadgraffiti) made the 3″ block in Wild Honey by Lella Boutique for Moda Fabrics, and Pat Sloan (@quilterpatsloan) pieced her 9″ block with Rosie by Fig Tree Quilts for Moda Fabrics.

Three of our Quilty Staffers are joining in and making the 9″ blocks using Blueprint by Camille Roskelley for Moda Fabrics, American Gatherings III by Primitive Gatherings for Moda Fabrics, and In the Garden by Corey Yoder for Moda Fabrics.

Ready to chat? Meet us in the Sewcialites Lounge

Meet your fellow Sewcialites by joining the Sewcialites Lounge on Facebook (where we will also be posting weekly updates and where you can ask questions).

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates, and share your progress with the #Sewcialites3 hashtag so we can see and share your work! We hope to see you back here on the blog on Friday, May 29th, for the fifteenth block release of our Sewcialites 3 Quilt Along!

Happy Quilting!

Stay connected to Fat Quarter Shop!

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New Start Date: Friday, July 3rd, 2026

This change ensures we’ll have everything in place to start sewing together this summer! If this is your first time hearing about this quilt and stitch along, visit the Haven Quilt and Stitch Along page to learn everything you need to know to participate.

If you haven’t reserved your Haven Quilt Kit, there is still time to do so!

Thank you so much for your patience, and we can’t wait to quilt and stitch with you soon!

Grab the Special Donor Gift While They’re Still Available!

The first 500 donors to donate an amount of $75 or more will receive a special limited edition Haven Bear as a thank-you gift! This sweet bear comes with embroidered foot pads and a darling bowtie and will only be available to those who donate to the Haven fundraiser this year. For each bear we send to a donor, we will also send one to a Make-A-Wish child, so it’s a gift that keeps giving!

Our $100,000 Goal!

Our quilty community never ceases to amaze us with its kindness and big-hearted generosity. We know how meaningful it is to come together for this cause, and we’re so grateful for every donation, no matter the size, that helps bring a child’s wish to life.

Fat Quarter Shop and Moda Fabrics are once again teaming up to match up to $30,000 in donations. With our amazing community pitching in, we know that hitting our $100,000 goal is on the horizon!

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