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Quilting Cozies Book Review And Giveaway

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Quilting Cozies  – Cozy up with Sarah and her friends for murder, quilting, and community

When sixty-eight year old Sarah Miller moves into Cunningham Village retirement community,
she is mourning the loss of the husband, her young grandson, and the place that has been home
for forty-two years. But Sarah is a survivor. As she reaches out into the retirement community
that is to become home, she finds friends, activities, new hobbies, a possible love interest, and
of course, crimes to solve and murderers to track down.

? Aging with grace and spunk! Sarah Miller takes on everything from quilting and friendship
to murderers and the demands of the twenty-first century with aplomb

? Includes complete instructions for the cover quilt featured in the story

We are giving 3 readers the chance to win this set of 4 books in the series. Perfect for the upcoming holiday season when you just may get a little downtime to read some books. 

For your chance to win simply comment below and tell us where you like to read. Make sure you signup to our Facebook page and newsletter for more chances to win. 

US residents only please / giveaway closes November 30th 2018

Have the books? Check out this readers guide for Book clubs and Quilting group read-alongs.

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  3. I read in a cozy chair that is tucked away in our guest room. It sits by a wall of windows and is the perfect spot to read undisturbed. Thanks for the giveaway.

  8. What unique titles. Love mysteries. Favorite place is on the couch. I sometimes rub hubbys head or feet while reading so both of us are happy.

  10. A quilting mystery book, what fun to read sitting in my ‘quilting’ chair by my southern facing window, watching rain and wind blowing!

  13. My husband and I have matching recliners you can certainly tell which is mine by all the crafting supplies around it! So for sure my recliner wrapped up in a quilt.

  15. Those books sound like the perfect way to spend a few winter evenings!
    I’ll put the knitting and quilting away and spend a few hours lost in a series of mysteries!

  17. I like to read in the evening under a cozy quilt. These books sound perfect for a long winter night.

  18. I like to read in my room in my comfy chair covered with a warm blanket if it’s a chilly day.

  19. Thanks for the great giveaway. My favourite place to read is in my comfy chair surrounded by my favourite things.

  21. I enjoy reading in my family room with a reclining love seat to put my feet up and maybe a cup of peppermint tea.

  22. i sit on the reclining love seat with the fireplace on one side and next to the front window where I can watch the world go by if I want to! Would love some new books! Thanks for the chance to win!

  23. I read almost exclusively in bed. Although I always carry a book with me when I go out.
    I’m a cozy fan, it’s about 90% of what I read. I’m on several FB cozy groups & yet this is a new author & series to me.
    I already get the daily newsletter & follow your FB page.
    Thanks for the chance to win!

  27. I like sitting on the floor on my bean bag. If I can convince the dog to move! (Did I mention that its MY bean bag? )

  30. I would really love to read these books while on vacation come January 2019. My problem will be, what book to read first.

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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.