Patchwork Party Sneak Preview

Quilters, we have received a special invitation forÂ a sneak peek at the Fall edition of Patchwork Party 2007.

When I got Deb Luttrell’s (owner of Stitchin’ Heaven) email, I jumped right over there and tookÂ a look on our behalf.Â I am impressed once again at this online quilt party.

Here’s Deb
It’s time to Party! Our Patchwork Party officially begins tomorrow, August 15 but we wanted to let all the Craft Gossip quilters have a “Sneak Peek” so just for you we have put up our web sites one day early!

Don’t wait until tomorrow, you can get started today at www.patchworkparty2007.com

What is the Patchwork Party? A great load of fun! There are twelve incredible shops and twelve incredible sampler blocks designed by Marti Michell just for the Party!

Our Fall Edition features “Home for the Holidays” fabric collection from Marcus Brothers. These fabrics are absolutely gorgeous and with them you can have a quilt that is a holiday throughout the year.

Quilt Gallery
When you visit the web site be sure and look at the Quilt Gallery. In it you will find an image of the twelve different quilts created from the twelve sampler blocks by the twelve shops participating in the Party.

Stitchin’ Heaven created this quilt using the 12 Party blocks.

How To
Visit each shop to purchase your block and choose your favorite finishing kit. Many of the shops feature accessories and tools that are recommended to make your Party even more fun.

Patchwork Party 2007 – Fall Edition
Â Â Â When: August 15 – November 30
Â Â Â Where: www.patchworkparty2007.com
Â Â Â How: Click, Print,Â Shop, and Hop
Â Â Â Who: You!

So, get started…the Party has begun! One of the best features of the web site is our Party Planner. With this feature you can print a PDF file containing the information of all our participating shops. Print this page and keep it by your computer to keep track of the shops you have visited.

Need Tips from Marti? You will find it on the site. Marti Michell has personally provided some very important information for you to know in order to make using the templates worry-free!

And, don’t forget to send your feedback. We want to hear from you! Did you enjoy our Party? Suggestions? We want it all!

Enjoy!
Joan

[tags]block of month, quilt, patchwork, shop hop[/tags]

First Impressions While Flipping Through the Book

Some quilting books feel calm and minimal. Others feel like opening a box of bright fabric scraps that instantly makes you want to start sewing.

That was my first reaction when I started flipping through Scrappiness Is Happiness by Lori Holt.

This book is packed with colour, cheerful quilt blocks, and the kind of playful patchwork designs that make scrap quilting so addictive. I found myself stopping on page after page thinking, “That block would be perfect for leftover charm squares…”

It’s the sort of book that encourages you to dig straight into your scrap bins.

What This Quilting Book Is All About

As the title suggests, this book celebrates scrap quilting.

Instead of focusing on a single large quilt pattern, the book includes a large collection of quilt blocks and scrappy quilt layouts designed to use small pieces of fabric.

If you’re someone who hates throwing away fabric leftovers (which is most quilters), this book is full of inspiration for turning those scraps into beautiful quilts.

Inside the book you’ll find:

dozens of colourful quilt block patterns
• scrappy quilt layouts
• projects designed for leftover fabrics
• Lori Holt’s signature cheerful quilting style

The Quilt Blocks That Caught My Eye

While browsing the pages, several blocks immediately stood out.

There are plenty of classic quilt block shapes, but the way they’re presented with bright fabrics makes them feel fresh and modern.

The blocks are ideal for:

scrap quilts
• sampler quilts
• block-of-the-month style projects
• mixing prints and colours

I particularly loved the blocks that combine traditional shapes with playful colour placement. They’re simple enough to sew but still look visually interesting when repeated across a quilt.

The Style of the Book

If you’re familiar with Lori Holt’s work, you’ll recognise her style straight away.

The book leans heavily into:

bright cheerful fabrics
• vintage-inspired colour palettes
• classic patchwork shapes
• fun and approachable quilt designs

It’s the kind of quilting book that feels uplifting to browse. Even if you’re not ready to start a new quilt immediately, it’s inspiring just to flip through the block designs.

Who This Book Is Best For

After spending time looking through the book, I’d say it’s ideal for:

quilters who love scrap quilting
• anyone wanting to use up leftover fabric pieces
• makers who enjoy block-based quilt designs
• quilters looking for colourful, cheerful quilt inspiration

Many of the blocks are approachable enough for confident beginners, but the variety also keeps experienced quilters interested.

Would I Recommend It?

If your scrap bin is starting to overflow (which tends to happen to all of us eventually), Scrappiness Is Happiness is the kind of book that turns those leftover fabrics into opportunity.

It’s full of lively quilt block ideas and creative layouts that make scrap quilting feel exciting rather than overwhelming.

For quilters who enjoy bright fabrics, classic patchwork shapes, and the freedom of scrappy quilt design, this book is a fun and inspiring addition to the quilting bookshelf.

Have you read?