Connecting Threads Catalog September 2023

What are you working on?

Do you plan your projects by the season? Summer is almost over and cool fall days are near. Here’s some creative inspiration from our staff!

This summer I’ve been working on machine embroidered tea towels. Next I’ll begin some small zipper bags—my favorite way to use up leftover scraps— they make great gifts!

I just finished sewing the medium size Show and Tell bag using some fabric from my stash. I wanted a roomy tote bag for summer picnics in the park, and it’s perfect! This pattern sews up quickly and is a great choice for confident beginners.

BITSY BOX PATTERN

A teeny, tiny fabric bag, the Bitsy Box Pattern is the best pouch for on-the-go! Perfect for sewing notions, ear buds, cell phone chargers and so much more, the Bitsy Box is a little project that brings big joy! 56466 $12.50

I am constantly on the move with my machine so it’s time to make a protective and cute cover! I’ll be using the Under Cover Pattern and Soft and Stable from ByAnnie.

UNDER COVER PATTERN

by ByAnnie

Protect your cherished sewing machine with its own quilted cover! Each cover features slip pockets on front and back, a zippered pocket on the left, and a mesh slip pocket on the right. An opening at the top provides easy access to your machine’s handle, and flaps with magentic snaps cover the opening. 56302 $9.95

I love cool, rainy fall days to stay in and sew on some UFOs or start something new. This fall, I will make some small Christmas gifts for family and friends—wine bottle sacks, table runners, and placemats—all fast and easy!

SEWIST

Darlene FABRIC ASSISTANT AND

Karen QUILT SAMPLE COORDINATOR

Rebecca MARKETING MANAGER

Madison MARKETING COORDINATOR

SHOW AND TELL BAGS PATTERN DOWNLOAD by Crazy Mom Quilts 12446D $10

SOFT AND STABLE by ByAnnie White 21190 $11.95 Black 21300 $11.95

In This Issue

SEPTEMBER 2023

New & Exclusive Fabric

Emma’s Dry Goods 4–11

Parlor Room 14–19

Hometown Americana 42–43

Rhubarb Pie 44–45

More New Fabric & Kits

On Wander Lane by Art to Heart 22–23

Simply Country by Tasha Noel for Riley Blake Designs 25

Buttermold Sampler Block of the Month by Bonnie Sullivan for Maywood Studio 26

Autumn Harvest by Bonnie Sullivan for Maywood Studio 27

All Hallow’s Eve by Sue Zipkin for Clothworks 28

Queen of We’En by J. Wecker Frisch for Riley Blake Designs 29

Hanukkah Nights by Tara Reed for Riley Blake Designs 30–31

Kringle by Teresa Kogut for Riley Blake Designs 31

Christmas Night by Monique Jacobs for Maywood Studio 34

Cardinal Christmas by Deborah Edwards for Northcott Fabrics 35

Cocoa Pink by Edyta Sitar of Laundry Basket Quilts for Andover Fabrics 46–47

Stock Up

Finishing Sale 12–13

Precuts Patterns and Books 20–21, 39

Wool from Sue Spargo 36–37

New! Cork Fabric 38

Thread Sets 40–41

Order form on page 24

Emma’s Dry Goods

$8.96/yard

Back in the day…when the cabin light was low and the evening sounds were soft, Emma sat fireside and stitched. These prints recall a time when everything was simple.

JACK’S DELIGHT QUILT KIT

by Brenda Plaster

The diagonal lines of Jack’s Delight provide a sense of movement. This eye-catching design is less difficult than it looks!

Finished size: 62" x 74"

Backing: 4 yards | Skill: Easy 13541D Pattern download $10 118548 Kit with pattern $69.99

Unless otherwise noted, kits do not include backing.

GLIMMER TWIN QUILT KIT by

Busy Hands Quilts

Glimmer and glamour come together in this convenient kit that takes full advantage of all the colors in the collection. Each hue lines up diagonally across the surface in an exciting patchwork parade.

Finished size: 70" x 90"

Backing: 51/2 yards | Skill: Easy 13542D Pattern download $12.99 118549 Kit with pattern $110.99

A. SOMETHING DIFFERENT

QUILT KIT

by Sewing Sue

Stocky blocks float effortlessly across a dark ground. Simplicity at its finest.

Finished size: 641/2" x 761/2"

Backing: 4 yards | Skill: Easy

13540D Pattern download $10

118547 Kit with pattern $54.99

B. MARIPOSA QUEEN QUILT KIT

Mariposa is Spanish for “butterfly”— you can see hints of fluttering wings and traditional tile in this unique design. An attention-grabber you won’t soon forget.

Finished size: 91" x 110"

Backing: 83/8 yards | Skill: Easy

13543D Pattern download $12.99

118550 Kit with pattern $114.99

C. ABBY’S SONG QUILT KIT

Is it woven? Is it plaid? When simple blocks create a look this exciting in a generously sized bed quilt, it’s a marvel!

Finished size: 89" x 106"

Backing: 81/2 yards | Skill: Easy

13537D Pattern download $12

118544 Kit with pattern $116.99

by Phoebe Moon Designs

by Busy Hands Quilts

A. OUTSIDE THE BOX 2 TABLE RUNNER KIT

Dress your table in boxy beauty with this simply made runner that’s sure to make everything taste better.

Finished size: 54" x 18"

Backing: Included | Skill: Easy 13538D Pattern download $10 118545 Kit with pattern $42.99

B. LOG CABIN UNDER THE STARS QUILT KIT

Geometry meets romance in this design that seems to expand the night sky. A fun twist on the beauty of tradition.

Finished size: 60" x 84"

Backing: 41/2 yards

Skill: Intermediate

13539D Pattern download $10 118546 Kit with pattern $82.99

Unless otherwise noted, kits do not include backing.

by Phoebe Moon Designs

by Curlicue Creations

ON MY GRANDMA’S BED MEDIUM QUILT KIT

by Louanna Mary Quilt Design

There might be a kitty-cat snuggled on the feather bed! Adorably small Puss-in-the-Corner blocks nestle amongst the squares for a nighttime of slumber.

Finished size: 55" x 74"

Backing: 35/8 yards | Skill: Easy 13536D Pattern download $10.50 118543 Kit with pattern $61.99

USE CODE: FINISH23

Batting

Have questions about which batting is right for your project? This handy guide can help you find the perfect kind to use in your projects, or help you experiment with confidence!

COTTON BATTING

Cotton is a soft, breathable, and natural fiber. It’s machine washable and dryable, has moderate drape, and ages well. It softens and shrinks slightly with washing, giving it a crinkled “lived in” look. Compared to other materials, cotton batting offers the heaviest weight.

Our

100%

GOOD FOR: Garments & all-season bed quilts pick HOBBS TUSCANY WOOL BATTING 21474 Twin $32.99 $26.39 SAVE 20% 21475 Queen $42.99 $34.39 SAVE 20% 21476 King $63.99 $51.19 SAVE 20%

Wool is lightweight, warm, and moisture-wicking. Contrary to popular belief, it’s machine washable and dryable as long as you use gentle, cool cycles.

POLY-DOWN

Polyester is lightweight and very durable. It’s machine washable and dryable. Poly-down’s medium loft makes it a great choice to show off quilting stitch definition.

Our

GOOD FOR: Showing off your stitching pick HOBBS POLY-DOWN BATTING 20828 Queen $14.99 $11.99 SAVE 20% 20829 King $22.99 $18.39 SAVE 20%

Black batting is used to give your dark quilts a richer, deeper color. Use under dark fabrics to eliminate white fibers poking through your quilt top.

GOOD FOR: Quilts with dark fabric

FUSIBLE BATTING

GOOD FOR: Convenience

Our

pick HOBBS HEIRLOOM 80 /20 BLACK COTTON 20826 Queen $22.99 $18.39 SAVE 20% 21654 King $37.99 $30.39 SAVE 20%

pick HOBBS HEIRLOOM 80 /20 FUSIBLE 20628 Crib $10.99 $8.79 SAVE 20%

Our

Metallic Accents!

Parlor Room

$8.96/yard

Elegance at its finest, but also at its most friendly. The parlor was used to receive and entertain guests, and these prints fit the bill. Lovely variety in the size of prints, curved lines or straight, and values from very light to deepest dark make this collection both useful and unique. Some prints feature metallic accents.

Don’t Forget

SAMPLERS

CLARABELLE QUILT KIT

by Cora’s Quilts

An absolutely stunning king-size beauty! Clarabelle features large blocks and easy piecing for a fabulous finish. There’s no forgetting this elegant design.

Finished size: 100" x 100"

Backing: 9 yards | Skill: Intermediate

13546D Pattern download $11.95

118553 Kit with pattern: $158.99

A. OUR HEARTS WILL GO ON LAP QUILT KIT by Fabric Addict

The illusion of curves where none exist is one of patchwork’s trickiest moves. Heart shapes echo, overlap, and echo again in a pretty romantic melody.

Finished size: 511/2" x 661/2"

Backing: 31/4 yards

Skill: Intermediate

13544D Pattern download $10

118551 Kit with pattern: $65.99

B. PARLOR FRENCH SILK QUILT KIT by Castilleja Cotton

Sedately soothing yet lively— that’s French Silk in the calming palette of Parlor Room. A fetching secondary design happens where blocks and sashing collide.

Finished size: 51" x 71"

Backing: 31/2 yards

Skill: Intermediate

13548D Pattern download $10

118555 Kit with pattern: $68.99

Unless otherwise noted, kits do not include backing.

A. BRIGHTLY THROW QUILT KIT by Cluck Cluck Sew

Can scrappy also be sophisticated?

We think so! Brightly uses Parlor

Room prints to full advantage and the results are stellar. Twinkle, twinkle.

Finished size: 60" x 72"

Backing: 4 yards | Skill: Easy

13547D Pattern download $9.50

118554 Kit with pattern: $64.99

C

B. TEA IN THE PARLOR QUILT KIT

by Needle in a Hayes Stack

Order, simplicity, clarity—simple ideas behind the serving of the world’s favorite beverage. The Tea design evokes the order of a Japanese garden, and it’s done with the easiest piecing imaginable. Please pass the lemon slices.

Finished size: 80" x 94"

Backing: 71/2 yards | Skill: Easy

13545D Pattern download $10

118552 Kit with pattern: $94.99

C. PARLOR HIDDEN JEWELS QUILT KIT

by Castilleja Cotton

The pretty shades of Parlor Room weave in and out in Hidden Jewels. You may do a double take at the clever optical illusion. Never fear, the piecing is straightforward and fast.

Finished size: 74" x 86"

Backing: 51/3 yards

Skill: Intermediate

13128D Pattern download $10

118556 Kit with pattern: $87.99

Unless otherwise noted, kits do not include backing.

Samplers, Squares, & Strips

MONOCHROME FAT QUARTER SAMPLER by Connecting Threads 25 pieces, 18" x 22" 95277 $58.99

QUARTZ METALLIC TONALS COOL FAT QUARTER SAMPLER by Connecting Threads 20 pieces, 18" x 22" 109800 $50.99

HELLO DAISY! FAT QUARTER SAMPLER by Connecting Threads 18 pieces, 18" x 22" 114179 $50.99 $35.69 SAVE 30%

MONOCHROME 10" SQUARES by Connecting Threads 40 pieces, 10" Squares 95278 $27.99

STITCHY BIRDS 10" SQUARES

by Teresa Kogut for Riley Blake Designs 42 pieces, 10" Squares 116153 $40.99 $32.79 SAVE 20%

FAUX TWEED TONALS 10" SQUARES by Connecting Threads 40 pieces, 10" Squares 114919 $27.99

NEUTRAL CHARMS by Connecting Threads 16 pieces, 5" Squares 96079 $2.49

COOL CHARMS by Connecting Threads 41 pieces, 5" Squares 96088 $7.99

DARLING CHARMS by Denyse Schmidt for Windham Fabrics 42 pieces, 5" Squares 115870 $11.99 $8.39 SAVE 30%

FAUX LINEN TONALS GILDED AGE STRIPS by Connecting Threads 40 pieces, 21/2" Strips 95283 $27.99

CHAMBRAY TONALS LANDSCAPE STRIPS by Connecting Threads 40 pieces, 21/2" Strips 93551 $27.99

FANCY FRUIT STRIPS by Kris Lammers for Maywood Studio 40 pieces, 21/2" Strips 117335 $43.99

Easy to kit—just 12 fat quarters, selected by their color value—light, medium, and dark.

FAT QUARTER QUILT TREATS by Fabric Café 47060 $15.99

PRECUT BOOKS

The perfect on-the-go pocket guide to refer to and understand pre-cut fabrics and the advantages of using them.

POCKET GUIDE TO FABRIC PRE-CUTS by Shari Shobe 47081 $8.50

FAT QUARTER PATTERNS

Combine two charm packs to make quilts, with two colorways for every project!

JUST TWO CHARM PACK QUILTS by Cheryl Brickey 47047 $24.95

FAB FARM QUILT PATTERN by Elizabeth Hartman

38" x 39", 75" x 77".

56448 $28

LOOKOUT QUILT PATTERN by Elizabeth Hartman

40" x 45", 56" x 60", 72" x 75". 56449 $18

ADDISON QUILT PATTERN by Villa Rosa Designs 54" x 73". 56410 $2

PRECUT FRIENDLY PATTERNS

ALPINE BLOOMS PATTERN by It’s Sew Emma 413/4" x 413/4", 571/2" x 701/4", 721/4" x 85", 91" square 56378 $8.98

CONFETTI STAR QUILT PATTERN by Material Girlfriends

48" x 64"

56451 $10.95

GRANDMOTHER QUILT PATTERN by Villa Rosa Designs

60" x 75"

56413 $2

CANDY RIBBONS PATTERN by It’s Sew Emma 60" x 671/2", 701/2" x 881/2", 941/2" x 1001/2", 1001/2" x 102"

56367 $8.98

GREENHOUSE QUILT PATTERN by Elizabeth Hartman

44" square, 60" x 70", 76' x 83" 56133 $18 $12.60 SAVE 30%

On Wander Lane Block of the Month Booklets

BY ART TO HEART

See what’s happening at the houses On Wander Lane!

Purchase the booklets individually to make a unique seasonal project, or buy them all to make the full quilt below!

Buy all booklets and make this stunning quilt!

On Wander Lane is a BOM Booklet series showing what’s happening at the houses on Wander Lane for each month. Each booklet includes a seasonal block plus 6 extra unique sewing patterns. The pattern includes separated appliqué templates, and a “placement diagram” for each quilt, to make the appliqué process easy. The 12th pattern will include instructions for assembling a 60" x 72" “On Wander Lane” quilt using all 12 month’s blocks. On Wander Lane is not a subscription and fabric is not included $12 per pattern booklet

FROST HILL ON WANDER LANE 47071 Month 1

LOVELAND COTTAGE ON WANDER LANE 47072 Month 2

SHAMROCK RIDGE ON WANDER LANE 47065 Month 3

BUNNY KNOLL ON WANDER LANE 47066 Month 4

BLOSSOM TRAIL ON WANDER LANE 47067 Month 5

HONEYBEE HOLLOW ON WANDER LANE 47068 Month 6

LIBERTY HEIGHTS ON WANDER LANE 47069 Month 7

SUNFLOWER SLOPE ON WANDER LANE 47070 Month 8

SCHOOLHOUSE HAVEN ON WANDER LANE 47073 Month 9

MIDNIGHT MANOR ON WANDER LANE 47074 Month 10

HARVEST ACRES ON WANDER LANE 47075 Month 11

MISTLETOE CROSSING ON WANDER LANE 47076 Month 12

About Our Fabric

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SIMPLY COUNTRY

These 4 fabrics are included in samplers only.

If you love dusty blue with the faintest tint of green, here’s your chance to grab the warmest country color around. Checks, stripes and pretty wreaths arrive in bright lights and darken to the deepest midnight in Tasha Noel’s collection for Riley Blake.

Buttermold Sampler

BLOCK OF THE MONTH LASER CUT KIT

BY BONNIE SULLIVAN FOR MAYWOOD STUDIO

$43/month

This laser cut and pre-fused appliqué kit uses Woolies Flannel and Color Wash Woolies by Bonnie Sullivan. Each month we will send you the instructions and fabric for a portion of the quilt. Sew as you go, and you’ll have a completed quilt top in 7 months.

BUTTERMOLD SAMPLER KIT Block of the Month 7 month subscription

$43/month

Finished size is 54" x 63". Background and binding fabrics are included. Backing is not included with subscription. 31/2 yards backing are needed to complete Buttermold.

*Embroidery floss not included.

Flannel and fall are a perfect combination. When the prints are this warm, no cold can withstand them.

All Hallows Eve

Never enough Halloween fabric! Get your scary on with Sue Zipkin’s Clothworks collection dubbed All Hallows Eve. Jumpy Jacks and blackest cats join spiderwebs and stars, and geometrics wrap it all up.

One of Judaism’s most beloved traditions, Hanukkah is also known as the Festival of Lights. Tara Reed’s collection for Riley Blake exudes family, familiarity and the sacred song of hope.

by Tara Reed Designs

The 12 projects in this book will help you add extra personal touches to the kitchen, table and around the house. Perfect for you or for gift giving. 13678D eBook $15

Kringle

BY TERESA KOGUT FOR RILEY BLAKE DESIGNS $11.96/yard

SAMPLERS

FAT QUARTERS 22 pieces, 18" x 22" 118321 $65.49

21/2" STRIPS 40 pieces, 21/2" x 44" 118323 $39.49

10" SQUARES 42 pieces, 10" square 118322 $39.49

CHARMS 42 pieces, 5" square 118324 $11.49

KRIS KRINGLE PANEL KIT by Teresa Kogut Finished size: 36" x 431/2" | Backing: Included 118344 Kit $33.99

KRIS KRINGLE PANEL ONLY 36" x 44" | 118298 $15

DRESDEN TREE SKIRT KIT – CHRISTMAS

by Hoffman Fabrics

Dresden does double duty in an elegant tree skirt kit just in time for Christmas. Deep reds and greens join black and gold in a luxurious palette to warm every holiday gathering.

Finished size: 40" diameter

118599 Kit with pattern $51.99

HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS CANDY STOCKINGS KIT

A spirit of whimsy defines these uniquely-shaped Christmas stockings! Our handy kit makes two, and when those are finished, use the pattern to whip up a few more from fabrics on hand. Makes 2 stockings.

Finished size: 121/2" x 151/2" each

118964 Kit with pattern

$29.99 $22.49 25% OFF

Each kit includes the pattern and enough fabric to make 2 pillow cases. Finished size: Standard Twin approximately 20" x 30".

Christmas Night

BY MONIQUE JACOBS FOR MAYWOOD STUDIO $10.96/yard

Perfect prints for quick winter creations! Black and sage green team up with cranberry in a festive forest sure to brighten up the season.

BY DEBORAH EDWARDS FOR NORTHCOTT FABRICS

Cook up a storm and season to taste, all while dressed in cardinal finery. This plucky panel makes an apron and two oven mitts so you’re sure to sauté in style. Comes together easily with directions printed on the panel. Finished apron size: 22" x 30" 118791 Panel $19.99

Use

INSUL-BRIGHT

100% Merino Wool Bundles

BY SUE SPARGO $24 each

This luxurious, 100% premium-grade Australian Merino wool is truly in a class of its own. Richly dyed and raised to a perfect hand, this soft, luxuriously felted fabric is designed for ease of stitch penetration. Ready to use right out of the package, these vibrant wools boast an even and saturated dye as well as unparalleled colorfastness. Includes one each of six colors. 6 sheets, 9" x 7".

82658 RED

82674 NATURE

82679 BROWN

82676 GREY

82675 VIOLET

82660 BLUE

82661 TEAL

82680 GREEN

82662 YELLOW

82659 ORANGE

Ellana Wool Thread Packs

BY SUE SPARGO $21 each

Six spools of coordinating high-strength wool thread, dyed to match each color in the wool bundles perfectly! Not only will your applique appear seamless, but the colors will complement each other beautifully on any project. Superbly soft and fray resistant, this 50/50 Merino Wool/Acrylic blend possesses unparalleled smoothness! 12wt (28/2).

MORE FROM SUE

PINCUSHION

Finished size: 41/2" x 31/2"

77946 $24.99

TABLE RUNNER KIT

Finished size: 21" x 12" 77947 $64.99

SPARGO

21643 NATURE

21646 RED

21649 TEAL

21652 VIOLET

21644 ORANGE

21647 YELLOW

21650 BROWN

21645 GREY

21648 BLUE

21651 GREEN

CIRCLE PLAY WOOL

KIT

HOUSE WOOL

Cork Fabric

BY SALLIE TOMATO

" X 25 " | $26 each

Tip: Use a seam roller when using cork

VIOLET CRAFT SEAM ROLLER

Used in place of an iron, the Violet Craft Seam Roller is excellent for foundation paper piecing and on vinyl, fusibles, or any pressing where heat can’t be applied. Take it with you for on-the-go sewing and retreats!

82982 $16

easy cork project

Cute cork gifts!

Embrace the creativity of precut quilt projects that will have you quilting in a flash. Mix and match 12" blocks across 15 quilt projects, including those from Playful Precut Quilts.

MORE PLAYFUL PRECUT QUILTS

by Amanda Niederhauser 47050 $26.95

NEW! Books

Ideas to Make the Perfect Gift

Reminisce over old memories with these wonderful quilts and cross stitch pieces by Susan Ache! Her book includes 16 traditional projects that traverse whole albums of happy times. The quilts are great for one-color wonders as well as stash-friendly sewing and the cross stitches are imbued with inspirational art and sampler text. Each quilt and cross stitch has a summer story to tell.

SUMMER MEMORIES BOOK

by It’s Sew Emma 47077 $24.95

Educator and quilter Betty Ford-Smith keeps the tradition of pinecone quilts alive by passing on her process. Dive into the quilt’s rich history and get detailed instructions for creating one.

PINECONE QUILTS

by Betty Ford-Smith 47051 $29.95

Everyone can make softies with this simple three-step method. Sew any of seven animals, including a bear, elephant, or mouse! Add accessories to bring out their unique and adorable personalities.

INSTANT SOFTIES

by Isabelle Ewing 47078 $24.95

Create unique projects with all types of embellishments—like lace, linens and hankies, trims and ribbons, buttons, and treasured pieces—with ideas, techniques, and a 100+ stitch library to inspire.

CREATIVE EMBROIDERY, MIXING THE OLD WITH THE NEW: STITCH & EMBELLISH YOUR STASHED TREASURES

by Christen J Brown

47079 $29.95

A complete guide to learning how to make a pieced quilt backing both with fabric scraps and yardage. Quilters put so much effort into their quilt fronts, why not go a little above and beyond to add interest to both sides? Pieced quilt backs are also the perfect place to use scraps, extra blocks, and units you didn’t need for the front. It’s a win-win to use it up, rather than toss it in the scrap bin.

PERFECTLY PIECED QUILT BACKS

by Kelly Young

47080 $22.99

1,200-yard spools, size 50/3 | Starting at $4.25/spool

5,000-yard cones, size 50/3 | Starting at $13.99/cone Sets | 15% OFF See ConnectingThreads.com for full selection

Super strong, low-lint, and available in 141 colors so you’ll never have trouble finding a match. 3-ply, 50 wt., 100% long-staple cotton. Available exclusively from Connecting Threads.

Backing: 3 yards | Skill: Easy 118440 Kit with pattern $52.99

Backing: 3 yards | Skill: Easy 118441 Kit with pattern $52.99

The idea of hometown is as American as apple pie, and this collection is, too. The reds recall barns and bricks, while the blues speak of denim and dusk. This collection is comprised of our 20 bestselling Hometown Americana original fabrics. See all kits, fabric, and thread at ConnectingThreads.com

90" x 100"

ENTWINED QUILT KIT by Fabric Addict

Backing: 8 yards | Skill: Easy 13532D Pattern download $10 118435 Kit with pattern $114.99

561/2" x 801/2"

STAIRSTEPS QUILT KIT by Connecting Threads

Backing: 51/2 yards | Skill: Beginner 118439 Kit with pattern $59.99

MADDIE LAP QUILT KIT by Beaquilter

Backing: 31/2 yards | Skill: Intermediate 13535D Pattern download $10 118438 Kit with pattern $60.99

HOMETOWN AMERICANA

THREAD SET

21817 $21.25 $18.06 SAVE 15%

55" x 67"

BOUNCING BORDERS LARGER LAP QUILT KIT by bean counter Quilts L.L.C.

Backing: 31/2 yards | Skill: Easy 13533D Pattern download $9 118436 Kit with pattern $45.99

481/2" x 641/2"

481/2" x 641/2"

B. CITY CHARM LIGHT QUILT KIT by Connecting Threads

A. CITY CHARM DARK QUILT KIT by Connecting Threads

52" x 68"

A. SKIP TO MY LOU THROW QUILT KIT by Busy Hands Quilts

Backing: 35/8 yards | Skill: Intermediate

13526D Pattern download $12.99

118426 Kit with pattern $75.99

JUST BLOCKS 2 LAP QUILT KIT by PineRose

Backing: 31/8 yards

Skill: Confident beginner

13529D Pattern download $11

118429 Kit with pattern $53.99

Nothing says early summer like Rhubarb Pie! This Connecting Threads exclusive features useful geometrics and blenders and sweetens the pot with beautiful florals in several sizes.

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AGATHA QUILT KIT by Kristin Gassaway

Backing: 4 yards

Skill: Easy

13530D Pattern download $10

118430 Kit with pattern $80.99

21985

60" x 72"

GEORGIE LAP QUILT KIT by Kitchen Table Quilting

Backing: 4 yards | Skill: Easy

56432 Pattern $13

118431 Kit with pattern $75.99

5-YARD EVERYDAY QUILT KIT by Doodle Time Designs

Backing: 31/3 yards | Skill: Easy

13527D Pattern download $10

118427 Kit with pattern:$52.99

Unless otherwise noted, kits do not include backing.

GEMSTONE LAP QUILT KIT by Meadow Mist Designs

Backing: 45/8 yards

Skill: Confident beginner

13528D Pattern download $12

118428 Kit with pattern:$71.99

591/2" x 691/2"

57" x 68"

50" x 64"

Designs

51" x 67"

561/2" x 741/2"

RHUBARB PIE THREAD SET

$21.25 $18.06 SAVE 15%

Cocoa Pink

BY EDYTA

Edyta Sitar hits it out of the park with salmon and cream dusted lightly with nutmeg for a delicious combination. If fabrics have flavor, these are delectable.

SITAR OF LAUNDRY BASKET QUILTS FOR ANDOVER FABRICS $11.96/yard

Blue Moon Quilt Kit

by Edyta Sitar

Old letters, old lace…the faded pinks and taupes in this design conjure the softest memories. Practically effortless patchwork—the fabric does the work.

Finished size: 601/2" x 721/2"

Backing: 43/4 yards

56460 Pattern only $12 118693 Kit with pattern $83.99

A. Twilight on the Prairie Runner Kit

by Tulip Square

Anything you serve will taste better when the table is adorned with this charming runner. The prairie never looked so pretty!

Finished size: 14" x 46"

Backing: 1 yard 13637D Pattern download $8 118694 Kit with pattern $23.99