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Giveaway: All Points Patchwork

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All Points Patchwork Diane GillelandHello sewists. Storey Publishing is giving away a free copy of Diane Gillehand’s latest book, All Points Patchwork. To get a chance to win, just leave a comment on this post, (not the review post), and tell me what you think of EPP. Love it? Too slow? Not sure what it is?

EPP is the subject of this book. I can tell you, that whatever your skill level – beginner to advanced – this book has something for you.  Read my book review to learn more.

This contest ends June 10, 6PM CST.

Note: International readers can enter, but are only eligible for an electronic copy. This is due to shipping costs.

Good luck!

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Comments

  2. As a lover of hexagons, I’m ready to move to new shapes! Good luck with your new book! ….Annette

  3. I would love to win a copy of All Points Patchwork it woul make a fantastic addition to my library. I love EPP it’s so relaxing

  6. I got hooked on hexis first and then the New Hexagon Millefiori BOM ( facebook group page well worth a look) caught my eye. Now Im EPP obsessed and enjoyably learning as I go.
    I find EPP therapeutic – well, not necessarily when my points are skew whiff of course!
    The book review makes this book look like a winner and an EPPers right hand aid : )

  7. Have just recently discovered EPP and absolutely love it! It’s also a great way for relaxing after a busy day!

  11. Love EPP and want to do more. The book looks so inviting and inspiring. Thank you for the chance to win.

    Have a super great sewing and stitching day!

  15. I think it’s a great technique for a project on the go as long as you are patient enough to see it through. Personally, I love it

  18. EPP is something I’ve wanted to try, but just haven’t gotten around to doing. This book looks very inspirational and helpful.

  20. I’m not quite as confident in my own quilting skills to attempt it yet..but I would love to win this for my grandmother! She’s a quilting nut, and is always looking for a new project.

  24. I absolutely love epp!! I can work on projects with my family while we watch movies.

  25. EPP is something I would like to try. I’ve been put-off thinking it maybe too steps intense, but reading and seeing this more and more has me keen to try it!

  27. I’ve been working on an EPP “joint quilt” with my wife for a very long time. It started going wonky, so it’s been sitting. I couldn’t tell you what year we started, but as we were packing to move, I unearthed it. It might be one of those things we need to take care after we unpack from the move! This book would be wonderful to have as a guide for a future project. Thank you for the opportunity to win!

Have you read?

In the Garden Layer Cake – A Bloom-Filled Fabric Collection for Spring Sewing

Some fabric collections feel pretty, some feel useful, and then there are those rare ones that instantly spark a dozen ideas the moment you see them. The In the Garden Layer Cake from Fat Quarter Shop falls firmly into that last category. From the moment I opened the pack, it felt like stepping into a watercolor garden—soft, romantic, full of movement, and brimming with detail that invites you to slow down and really look.

This collection brings together an elegant mix of florals, garden motifs, and soothing color palettes that feel like they were created for spring quilting. Instead of loud novelty prints, the designer chose a gentle balance of botanical sketches, scattered blossoms, tiny seed patterns, and larger feature florals that work beautifully in both traditional and modern layouts.

What struck me most is how thoughtfully the color stories are arranged. Each print blends seamlessly into the next, giving you a spectrum that includes soft rose pinks, leafy greens, lavender tones, fresh sky blues, rich corals, and delicate neutrals. It’s the kind of palette that instantly feels “quilty” in the best way—inviting, calm, and incredibly easy to mix and match. You can tell the designer planned this for maximum versatility.

Layer cakes are one of the most beginner-friendly precuts, but this collection elevates them with a sense of sophistication. The prints are strong enough to shine in simple patterns, but subtle enough to support more complex designs. Whether you prefer classic half-square triangles, framed squares, modern grid quilts, or something scrappier, this fabric adapts beautifully. It’s also a wonderful choice for table runners, spring wall hangings, and even quilted bags or home décor projects.

One of the nicest surprises with this layer cake is how it manages to feel seasonal without becoming locked into one particular holiday or theme. While the palette is undeniably perfect for spring, the prints themselves are timeless enough to work year-round. A floral quilt made from this collection would look just as lovely on a summer sunroom sofa as it would draped over a guest bed in winter.

The fabric quality is exactly what you’d expect from Fat Quarter Shop—crisp, clean cuts, vibrant printing, and a smooth hand that makes piecing feel effortless. Nothing is too thin or too stiff, and the colors are even more beautiful in person than they appear online.

If you enjoy sewing projects that feel light, fresh, and inspired by nature, In the Garden is a collection worth adding to your stash. It has all the qualities quilters look for: balance, versatility, gentle movement, and that spark of creativity that makes you want to start a project immediately. Whether you’re planning a gift quilt, treating yourself to a new spring project, or simply building your fabric library with a set of prints that will play nicely with others, this layer cake is a thoughtful and inspiring choice.