Archive for March, 2008
March 31st, 2008
It has come to our attention that AF Enterprises plans on introducing a new product tomorrow. As in most years past, the corporate officials at ‘AF’ are tight lipped about this new product to be sure no other company can duplicate such a creative invention within the quilting industry.
Speculation abounds as this event draws near. Many manufactures are concerned as AF products released in previous years have turned the industry on it’s head. Be sure and visit QuiltersWarehouse.com during this exclusive and prestigious offering on the 1st day of April, 2008
March 19th, 2008
Ever wonder what goes into the creation of a quilt pattern? Think it’s a snap? Well, over the next few weeks, we’ll share that process with you – or at least our process. Each person’s is different.
For us, the creation of a pattern can start with a doodle on graph paper or playing around on a quilt design program. Once inspiration came from a tile floor in a bathroom. Sometimes it’s the fabric that inspires us. The manufacturers today do a great job of creating gorgeous lines of fabrics that just leave us drooling. We have folders of designs that have never made it to the cutting table because they just didn’t work or we were waiting for just the right fabrics to come along. You start cutting and piecing and you know instinctively when something is good and will appeal to other people. Those are the ideas that come to life.
A big part of our inspiration are the quilt shops. Having worked in shops, we know what they need to sell fabric and lots of it. A good pattern can do that for them. They are trying to sell the fabrics put out there by the manufacturers – the same fabric that inspires us. It’s our job to make a product that will not only sell for us, but will also sell fabric for the quilt shops and the manufacturers. We all sort of depend on each other.
And, yes, we design patterns because it’s just fun, but also because we want to put a little money away. It’s been great to do something we love and be able to do it while raising kids and running a household. To be honest, Judy and I just wanted to be able to buy fabric whenever we wanted without dipping into the household stash. I think you can say we’ve accomplished that and more.
Once you have an idea that you think is doable, then comes the fun. Picking fabrics and deciding just how you’re going to put this thing together so that anyone can pick up your pattern and make one just like yours. No problem? Not always. Sometimes a design looks nothing like it’s original concept once your finished. They evolve and take on a life of their own.
Stay tuned. Each week we’ll make a new blog entry that will take you into the actual steps of creating the finished product – a completed pattern.
Amy Cotham & Judy Reynolds
Black Cat Creations
March 8th, 2008
Well, you quilting fans, LOTS to update on since my last post! We have several NEW quilt patterns for you to enjoy, and…have you checked out our Top 20?!?
First up, check out a few of these new quilt patterns!
You will love the child-like aroma that fills the room with this quilt! Drop-Z, brought to you by Noble Needle Quilts is a fun appliquéd alphabet quilt made from 5″ squares. All are sure to love the bright colors and fun learning tool this quilt provides.
Feeling patriotic? You definatley will be after seeing Patriotic Cat! This quilt pattern brought to you from The Wooden Bear, features pieced as well as appliqued work. Finished quilt size 19″ X 22″
Everyone needs The Perfect Pouch. From For the Love of Fabric this convenient pouch will take care of all your storage needs. This pouch can be made in virtually any size with any fabric making it one that you’re sure to love!
Can’t get enough of all of these amazing quilt patterns…Be sure to check out everyone’s favorites on our new Top 20! Your bound to find more than one pattern here that will strike your fancy, I know I’ve found many, and afterall the Top 20 comes directly from you!
Alrighty quilters, these amazing patterns ought to be enough to keep you busy for quite a while! Enjoy!
Christy