It may be July, but if you’re planning Halloween crafts then now is the time to make a start. Then maybe you may have finished by *next* Halloween!
We’ve got some spooky new Halloween fabrics in stock, as well as a limited quantity of leftovers from last year. Plus this year we have stocked up on ribbon and buttons too. You can take a look at all our Halloween goodies here: https://www.tudorrosepatchwork.co.uk/all/halloween
There is also a new old pattern available for free . It’s a pattern that was designed several years ago by our dear friend Christine. It’s had a little revamp and is a great project to use up some scraps and introduce children to patchwork and sewing.
Designed by Caroline Alfreds for 3 Wishes, this new quality fabric is a must for making beautiful quilts and home décor accessories. Featuring a whimsical patchwork of folk fabrics with flowers and butterflies in deep greens and vibrant pinks it is just perfect for patchwork and quilting, tops and t-shirts requiring some structure, accessories and home decor.
folk flora patchwork
Plus you can download a FREE quilt pattern using this collection on the 3 Wishes website!
We have a wide selection of fabrics suitable for Military Remembrance projects. Whether you prefer poppies or planes, take a look at some of our collection.
We have a wide selection of cotton poppies material, ranging from wonderfully colourful to the more traditional red on black. These are great for making structured tops for remembrance services, or fussy cutting and layering to make individual poppies.
If you’re looking to make some themed items for the gentleman in your life, or perhaps would just like a striking bag or cushion, then these vintage planes from the Remembering collection from Nutex may be more to your taste.
The oranges of dawn and sunset are so eye-catching, and a wonderful way to honour anyone you love who is associated with the RAF, or who loves historic airplanes.
The weather here has been so dreary that we can’t help thinking of Noah’s Ark. Nutex’s Little Noah collection of fabric and patterns has been very popular over the last few weeks, so we can’t be the only ones! As the drizzle continues, we’ve decided to take 10% off the whole collection, and we’ve thrown in a few other animal themed goodies too.
And we’ve also discounted Stylecraft’s Wondersoft Merry Go Round. 100% premium self-striping acrylic available in both brights and pastels. Only £3.60 per 100g and just perfect for baby and toddler knitting patterns.
Elizabeth’s Studio have some amazing digital print landscape fabrics – I’m sure you all have at least one fat quarter stashed away somewhere! 😂 😉
How about gathering up all those leftover landscapes and trying one of the free table runner patterns designed especially for this collection from the Elizabeth’s Studio extensive project gallery? I particularly like the summer version below, it really makes me want to hide from this cold weather somewhere more exotic.
Purple Boots has been busy at her sewing machine this month making a gift for her cousin.
A quilt was requested in shades of grey to match their baby decor. Take a look at the quirky foxes and cuddly bunnies Purple Boots created using applique and the repeating theme of a cheeky bird popping up in each square. She has gone though her scrap box looking for coordinating fabric to make the scrappy borders.
All those tiny little morsels work really well against the plainer borders. Because the family want a play mat rather than an heirloom quilt, the quilt has been backed with our supersoft dove grey dimple fleece. A little bit of embroidery brings each if the animals to life. All ready for new arrival!
Check out our range of neutrals on our website. Purple Boots has effectively used a combination of greys and whites. Look especially for Lewis & Irene Bumbleberries, Nutex Moko, Michael Miller Marbles and Sevenberry Marbles, all of which can be seen somewhere in this quilt!
Bev Mayo’s Block of the Month quilt is the ideal project to keep you busy throughout the coming year. The theme of this quilt is In My Garden, just the thing to lift your spirits during this cold weather. The advantage of taking part in this Block of The Month club is that all your materials will be delivered to your door, one monthly block at a time. Just add your sewing machine and scissors and away you go.
Plus Bev has released an lovely new colourway for 2019, so even if you took part last year, you could make a companion quilt this year!
BOTM 2019 Colourway
Take a full look at last years blocks in the original colourway.
The blocks depict images from your garden, with flowers including iris, rose and sunflower, a robin, butterflies, fruit and vegetables, and of course your trusty watering can. In total, there are twelve blocks which we provide the fabric and pattern for. Your finished quilt top will measure 116cm x 147 cm (46″ x 58″). Plus we can provide all your Guterman threads for an additional £23.00 (RRP £25.90) The last block sent will also include the binding fabric!
In My Garden – Block of the Month is a subscription for 12 months at £14.95 per month. Each month that a payment is made, you will receive the fabric and pattern for a block of the quilt.
We have three different payment options:
Set up a standing order for the eleven monthly payments and purchase the first month now.
Pay by Paypal – we can send an invoice every month
Pay £179.40 (£221.40 for non-UK) in one payment
Whichever way you choose, once payment is received, we will send your block within 14 days of the payment. If you pay the entire amount, then the blocks will arrive monthly.
Sashiko is a form of Japanese folk embroidery which uses running stitch to create a beautiful textured patterned background. Originally used to create strong repairs and produce hard-wearing home textiles, the designs are now mostly used for decorative quilting.
I’ve become slightly obsessed with Sashiko stitching after purchasing some pre-printed fabric last year. It requires a minimal amount of equipment – you just need a long sashiko needle, cotton embroidery thread, and some indigo fabric. Something hard wearing, such as a linen, seems to work best. You can use a tradition white embroidery thread, but I’ve also had good results using pale coloured variegated threads. Anything that provides a contrast to the dark background looks amazing.
The simplicity of loading the needle with running stitches and then pulling through becomes almost like a form of meditation. I’ve yet to finish my completed panels into anything worthwhile, although bags, purses and cushions are quite appealing! Perhaps eventually I’ll complete enough to make into a quilt. Simple Sashiko by Susan Briscoe has some inspirational ideas, plus instructions and tips to make your first project a success.
Susan Briscoe recommends marking out your designs using tailors chalk, although this idea can be a little nerve-racking. Templates are available to make the process easier, and work just like a stencil. Sew Easy have a great value starter kit available which contains fabric, templates, thread, needles, and a fabric pencil to mark it all out with, which seems a much simpler option.
You can find it here, along with many other Sashiko options and tools – https://goo.gl/ie8Ktw
30% OFF Mrs March’s Collection in Antique by Lecien
These beautiful fabrics capture the feel of antique fabrics in wonderful soft colours and delicate floral designs
15% OFF Adriafil Asterix Chunky
Adriafil Asterix has a charming structure which is slightly flamed, where the solid colour base is interrupted by multicolour sections which gives movement to the surface of the garment, without using any particular knitting technique.
The alpaca component makes the yarn even more soft and comfortable.
New Kits…….. using Glitter Film
Choose from 4 Designs – only £4.50 each
Cute little kits from Tudor Rose Patchwork, this mug rug or fabric coaster kit, incorporates basic quilting and applique techniques using fabric and the amazing heat applied glitter film. Perfect for beginners, can be sewn by hand or machine.
The kit includes wadding, fabric, glitter film, pattern and instructions. All you’ll need is a basic sewing kit, thread and an iron.
To everyone who visited the shop and made Sew Saturday such a successful day on 21st October.
Congratulations to Angela Scutchings
who was delighted to win a metre of fabric in our raffle and was one of our first 5 lucky customers to receive a Goody Bag
18% OFF Anne Smith Designs Fun little doll patterns with painted faces allow you to experiment with new techniques while creating a toy to be given as a gift or kept for you to admire.
The dolls are no taller that 17″ when finished so they are great for using up scrap fabric. You can try out all sorts of colour ways to put your spin on your doll!
