Looking for a quilt project that’s meant to be sewn together, not alone? The Maximal Star Block of the Month by Lindlee of @plainsandpine is one you’ll want to check out.

This Block of the Month features eight different diamond-style star blocks, starting simple and building in complexity month by month. Each month you sew six blocks, guided by the designer, while watching a bold, modern star quilt come together.

Sign-ups are open now, and it’s a wonderful way to commit to a big quilt project with the best company — a supportive group of quilters and Lindlee leading the way. Head to her profile to learn more and join.

Today we welcome a brand-new designer to QuiltInk — say hello to Clare from @blissquiltco . 🎉
And she’s arriving with a just-released quilt pattern that truly lives up to its name: Confetti.

Confetti is all about color play. With sixteen colors in the quilt top, this pattern invites you to experiment, mix palettes, and explore movement and rhythm while keeping a clear, repeatable structure. Bold or subtle, coordinated or unexpected — every color choice creates a completely different feel.

Confetti is now ready to color digitally on QuiltInk. Browse the mock-ups, test your own color ideas, and see just how many personalities this quilt can take on before you ever cut fabric.

Supporting new designers matters. They bring fresh ideas, new perspectives, and exciting designs to the quilting world. Coloring their patterns, sharing mock-ups, and sewing their quilts is one of the best ways we can support their work and help their creativity grow.

As I promised in my last newsletter, I share more about the new COTY 2026 from Kona Cotton Solids by Robert Kaufman, now added to QuiltInk to help you plan your quilts with confidence.

This rich green feels grounded, calming, and full of life — a color strongly connected to growth, balance, and natural harmony. It works beautifully in modern quilts and adds depth to both bold and softer designs.

To explore it further, I’ve created three color palettes — monochromatic, analogous, and complementary — showing different ways to combine this color with Kona Cottons.

You’ll also see 8 quilt mock-ups, all colored in QuiltInk, using patterns by:
Urbe by @kellifox_designs
Dancing Geese by @alexandrabordallo
Grow Wild by @eudaimoniastudious
Sweet Serenade by @a_stitch_is_a_stitch
Spruce by @bookendsquilting
Pressed in Pine by @craftymoose_quilts
Checked Out by @jessirash
Tilt and Twirl by @duenorthhandmade

Swipe, get inspired, and start planning your next quilt before cutting any fabric 💚

Are you looking for a last-minute Christmas quilt pattern to make a truly special gift? The just-released Northern Glow Quilt Pattern by @shadowvalleyquilts Quilts is a perfect choice. It’s a quick, one-block quilt with bold, generous pieces and so much room to play with color.

At first glance it may look simple, but don’t skip the coloring step. Once you start exploring palettes, you’ll see how dramatically each version can change. Every mock-up feels different, and every one works. The large center diamond is ideal for fussy cutting, statement quilting, or adding your own creative touch.

Northern Glow is easy to sew, incredibly versatile, and available in sizes from mini to king. Plan your colorway on QuiltInk, test your ideas before cutting, and create a quilt that truly glows.

Yesterday brought a fun new release to the quilting world, and I’m thrilled to share that the Carlita Quilt Pattern by @sewspicious is now ready to color on QuiltInk. This design is pure scrappy joy. If you’ve been holding onto leftover bits, precuts, or that mix of fabrics you love but never knew how to combine… Carlita is here to set them free.

This pattern was designed for play. Every block invites experimentation with color placement, contrast, texture, and rhythm. Whether you’re mixing charm squares, mini charms, jelly roll pieces, or a full-on scrap basket explosion, Carlita adapts beautifully. And once you see the mock-ups in this carousel, you’ll understand how many personalities this quilt can have.

On QuiltInk you can test endless combinations before you sew, explore bold or soft palettes, and discover surprising versions you’d never expect from a “simple scrappy” layout. It’s amazing how shifting colors just a little can create something completely new.
Dive in, get inspired, and start coloring your own Carlita. This pattern was made for experimentation, and we can’t wait to see the magic you create.

Today we’re featuring Merry Magic by Delia of @a_stitch_is_a_stitch — a festive, beginner-friendly quilt pattern designed to bring all the cozy Christmas sparkle to your sewing room. 🎄✨

Inspired by the joy of decorating the tree, this pattern lets you decide how to style it: bold ornaments, soft lights, scrappy pops of color, or a calm, minimal look. Every version tells its own story — and the mock-ups in this carousel prove just how many beautiful directions you can take it.

Merry Magic is a generous throw size (70.5” x 76.5”), comes together quickly, and is written for yardage or scraps — perfect for holiday sewing or last-minute gifting.

Ready to play with color?
Come to QuiltInk, explore endless palette ideas, and design your own Merry Magic before you cut a single piece of fabric.

Let the festive creativity begin! 🎄✨

Today we get to celebrate a gorgeous new addition to QuiltInk — the Tilt & Twirl Quilt Pattern by @duenorthhandmade ! ✨

If you love quilts with movement, sparkle, and bold color play, this one is going to grab your heart immediately. Tilt & Twirl features dynamic pinwheel-style stars and interlocking diamond pathways that create the most stunning sense of motion on the quilt top. It’s one of those designs that looks complex but comes together beautifully — perfect for confident beginners and experienced quilters ready for a fun, rhythmic sew.

This pattern includes 3 sizes and 2 colorways, giving you endless possibilities: modern solids, scrappy prints, soft gradients… whatever fits your style. And if you want to see how dramatically a palette can transform the entire quilt?

✨ Tilt & Twirl is now active on QuiltInk!
Come explore it digitally, try different combinations, test your bold ideas, and watch the design come alive before you cut a single piece of fabric.

Trust me — this is a pattern you’ll want to experiment with.
Go play with color and let your creativity twirl! 💫