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New Pattern: Sunup

If you love modern quilt patterns with a traditional touch, you don’t want to miss Sunup by Alison of @inthelightquilts .

This quilt design is built from two classic quilt blocks and simple border strips, but the layout gives it a fresh modern quilting feel. It’s one of those patterns where color placement and fabric choices really define the final look.

Soft neutrals, bold contrasts, warm palettes… the same quilt pattern can go in so many directions.

It’s written in one size (56 ½” x 56 ½”), perfect as a lap quilt or large baby quilt.

Take a look at the mock-ups and see how different each version feels — and if you enjoy exploring quilt mockups, quilt color, and modern quilt design, this one is a great pattern to try on QuiltInk.

Meet the Fabric Shops – Red Monkey Quilt Company

This month, we’re sharing the Meet the Fabric Shops on QuiltInk #14, and we’re so happy to introduce Red Monkey Quilt Company, the colorful online quilt shop behind Tammy Goff. Based in central Florida, Tammy brings together her love for bold fabrics, modern quilting, and a strong background in business to create a space that feels both inspiring and thoughtfully curated.

What started as a creative hobby slowly grew into something more, leading her to open her shop in 2019. Today, Red Monkey Quilt Company is known for its vibrant aesthetic, carefully selected fabrics, and beginner-friendly kits that make the quilting process feel approachable and fun.

In this interview, Tammy shares more about her quilting journey, her approach to fabric curation, and the exciting projects she’s currently working on—like her very first Block of the Month.

Read the full interview to discover her story, inspiration, and what’s coming next!

Personal Background

Could you tell us a bit about yourself? (location, age, educational background, …) Who is behind Red Monkey Quilt Company?

My name is Tammy Goff, and I’m the owner of Red Monkey Quilt Company, an online quilt shop specializing in modern quilting fabrics, curated bundles, and creative kits. I’m currently based in central Florida, where the bright colors and sunshine seem to fit perfectly with my love of bold, vibrant fabrics.

I’m in my 50s, and quilting has become the perfect blend of creativity and entrepreneurship for me. My educational background is in business and management, which has helped me build and run my shop with a strong focus on organization, customer service, and creating a great experience for quilters who visit my website.

Quilting Journey

How did you first get into quilting? When did you decide to turn this passion into a business by opening your shop?

I first started quilting around 2005. I’ve always enjoyed creative hobbies, but quilting really captured my attention because it combines creativity, color, and craftsmanship in such a unique way. I also love that quilting is a creative outlet where the end result is something both beautiful and practical—something that can be used and enjoyed for many years.

Like many quilters, what began as a hobby soon became something I was completely immersed in. I found myself constantly thinking about fabric combinations, patterns, and new projects, and I loved learning more about the quilting community and the incredible designers who bring so much creativity to the industry.

As my interest in quilting grew, so did my appreciation for high-quality fabrics and thoughtful fabric curation. I realized that one of the things I enjoyed most was helping others envision how fabrics could work together in a project. That naturally led me to the idea of starting Red Monkey Quilt Company, where I could share my love of modern quilting fabrics and help inspire other quilters. Opening the shop in 2019 allowed me to combine my education background with my passion for quilting.

Shop Story and Style

What’s the story behind Red Monkey Quilt Company? When did it start, and how would you describe its personality, style, and size?

In terms of personality, Red Monkey Quilt Company is fun, colorful, and welcoming, but also very thoughtfully curated. I want the shop to feel inspiring while still being informative and helpful for quilters at any stage of their quilting journey.

Red Monkey Quilt Company is a small, independently owned online shop, which allows me to stay very hands-on with the fabric selection, bundle creation, and customer experience. That personal touch is important to me, because quilting has always been about creativity and community, and I love being able to share that with fellow quilters.

Product Offerings

What types of fabrics do you focus on? How do you offer them to customers—by the yard, as kits, or with custom options?

We carry a wide variety of fabric styles but tend to lean into modern prints. Offering fabric by the yard, pre-cut bundles, and custom kits.

Special Collections and Products

Are there any collections, brands, or unique products you’re especially proud to carry?

We pride ourselves on having a wide selection of Tula Pink and Allison Glass fabrics as well as a nice selection of wide backing fabric.

Inspiration and Trends

Are there any collections, brands, or unique products you’re especially proud to carry?

We closely follow sewing trends to keep fresh fabric in stock while keep some traditional options available.

Additional Services

Do you offer any other quilting-related services, like pattern design, long-arming, or classes?

We pride ourselves on the custom beginner friendly quilt kits we keep in stock.

Online Presence

Where can people find your shop online? (Website, social media handles, online marketplaces). How do you use online platforms to connect with your audience and fellow quilters?

We can be found under Red Monkey Quilt Company on Facebook. www.RedMonkeyQuiltCompany.com

Upcoming News and Projects

Are there any exciting new projects, events, or collaborations coming up that you’d like to share with the community

We are excited to have recently started our very first Block of the Month and are already planning our follow up project to be launched in the next couple of months.

QuiltInk Experience

How has QuiltInk been useful for your shop or customers? Any favorite tools or ways it’s made things easier?

I am excited about being able to re-color patterns, but am still learning about all of the capabilities.
Digitized patterns!

New Pattern: Quilting the National parks – Pillows

We’re so happy to share that @bookendsquilting has added all the patterns from her book, Quilting the National parks, to QuiltInk ✨

First up are four pillow-size quilt designs: White Sands, Redwood, Yellowstone, and Congaree National Park. Small projects, but full of modern design and endless possibilities for playing with color and fabric.

Each pattern has its own personality. Some are clean and geometric, others feel more organic and fluid — all of them are perfect for testing bold palettes or softer combinations and seeing how much a quilt can change before you even start sewing.

Steph has also teamed up with QuiltInk to create this month’s Challenge palette, and it’s been amazing to see over 250 mockups already shared on the Wall.

And yes… this month’s Challenge winner will receive a copy of her beautiful book 🤍

Take a look at the mockups and start imagining your own version. More patterns from the book coming soon!!

Mock-up Monday #174

Visit our Instagram account to see a beautiful continuous carousel with the mock-up

100 new quilt mock-ups in two weeks… 🤯

The QuiltInk Wall is full of fresh quilt patterns, color palettes, and fabric ideas right now — and it shows how powerful quilt mockups can be before you even cut your fabric.

Same design, completely different quilts.
All driven by color placement and fabric choices.

This is exactly what makes QuiltInk so exciting lately — a community of quilters constantly sharing new versions, testing ideas, and inspiring each other.

And this is just the start… wait until you see the Mock-up Monday dedicated to the Challenge with @bookendsquilting . It’s going to be stunning!!!

Scroll through, save your favorites, and tell me — which one would you actually sew?

New Pattern: Heart Shine

If you love quilt patterns with hearts and stars, you can’t miss Heart Shine by Christine of @moderncharmstitchery .

This beginner-friendly quilt pattern is designed to work beautifully with fat quarters or yardage, making it easy to adapt to your fabric stash and start sewing with confidence.

What makes this design special is how versatile it is. It can become a Valentine’s quilt, a holiday quilt, or simply a quilt to celebrate everyday moments — all depending on your color palette and fabric choices.

Red and pink, patriotic tones, soft neutrals, bold modern colors… this is one of those modern quilt patterns where you can really explore different moods through color placement and quilt mockups.

Available in baby and throw sizes, and now ready to explore on QuiltInk.

Take a look at the mock-ups and start imagining your own version.

New Pattern: Off Beat

If you love modern quilt patterns, you can’t miss Off Beat Quilt by Areanne of @pinestatestitches .

A bold, rhythmic quilt design that plays with movement and balance — where the interaction between fabrics creates a completely different visual flow each time.

Go high contrast for a striking modern quilt, or explore softer palettes for a more subtle, graphic feel. Same design… totally different result.

It’s a great pattern to experiment with quilt mockups, fabric combinations, and modern quilting ideas before you start cutting.

Open it on QuiltInk and see where your color choices take it.

Designer Spotlight – Stephanie Forster

This month, our Designer Spotlight takes us to the Pacific Northwest, where nature and creativity go hand in hand.

We’re so happy to introduce Steph, the designer behind Bookends Quilting.

Based in Seattle, Steph creates patterns inspired by the natural world, with a special love for mountain landscapes reflected throughout her designs. From her very first quilt made with a high school friend to designing patterns rooted in real places, her journey is a beautiful blend of creativity and connection to nature.

Keep reading to discover her quilting journey, her design process, and how she uses QuiltInk to explore color and inspire others ✨

Personal Background

Steph, as we dive into your story, could you provide a snapshot of who you are and take us on the journey that led you to where you are today?

I’m based in Seattle, WA, and I’m 35 years old. I have a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy. I moved to Seattle in 2012 to pursue my graduate studies, and what was meant to be a temporary chapter became home after I met my husband in 2015.

Quilting Journey

When and how did you start quilting? What drew you to quilting as a form of expression?

I started quilting in 2008 with my high school best friend. She suggested we make quilts for our college dorms and I quickly bought my own sewing machine after making that first quilt. I love that quilting allows you to create a tangible piece of art that you can use and display in your home. As someone who likes to be cozy, I love getting to snuggle up with something I’ve created.

Pattern Designing

What inspired you to start designing quilt patterns? How do you approach the creative process of designing a new pattern?

The first quilts I made I actually designed myself. My first design was a pretty basic square pattern, but I drew it out and still have the drawing for it. I didn’t dive into using quilt patterns until 2020 when I found the quilting Instagram world. After finding Amber Elliot of Alderwood Studio and her Pattern Writing Academy, I really dove into the designing process.

My creative process varies depending on the subject matter. Sometimes I move standard shapes around (HRTs, HSTs, curves) until I find a pattern that I like. Sometimes I look at an image of a park or place in nature and replicate a design from that image.

Style and Aesthetics

How would you define your pattern style? Are there specific themes or elements that consistently appear in your designs?

I would define my pattern style as being grounded in natural elements and the natural world. I take a lot of inspiration from the outdoors.

I have several mountain themes that appear in my patterns. I love the mountains so I enjoy creating new patterns to represent mountain ranges.

Color

How does color play a role in your pattern designing? Do you have a favorite color? Are there certain color combinations you find particularly appealing?

As I design a new pattern I play around with different color tones to enhance the shapes and elements in the design.

My favorite color is teal, or in Art Gallery Pure Solids I love Hemlock and Honeymoon.

I love the combination of Raw Gold, Gingerbread, and Chocolate, as well as Nova, Honeymoon, and Cerulean.

Business Activities

Apart from designing patterns, what other activities are integral to your quilting business?

(Membership, notions, courses, etc)

I was able to use a couple of the national park patterns and create knitted blankets that I offer on my website. These are great for gifts or for people who love the design but who don’t sew!

I started designing my book, Quilting the National Parks, in late 2022 and it was published in 2025. I had always dreamt about writing a book and was so flattered to be sought out by my publisher. The book has 20 unique patterns featuring a national park in the United States. The patterns vary from pillows, to wall hangings, to baby, throw, and bed size quilts.

Online Presence

Where can people find your work online? (Website, social media handles, online marketplaces). How do you use online platforms to connect with your audience and fellow quilters?

My website is https://bookendsquilting.com/, my Instagram is @bookendsquilting, I also offer a free pattern for those who subscribe to my newsletter https://view.flodesk.com/pages/614cb755337f1c2aacf52863

I announce new patterns and quilt goods on my instagram as well as in my newsletter.

Upcoming Projects

Can you provide a sneak peek into any upcoming projects or designs you’re working on? Any exciting collaborations or events?

I’m currently working on a couple of projects I’m excited about! The first is a new free pattern that I will be offering to email subscribers coming later this year. The other is a new mountain pattern I’ve been thinking about for a while and have designed recently. I think it is actually going to have two different options depending on the number of colors you want to use. I’ve got my fabric ready to go to make my samples soon!

QuiltInk Experience

How has QuiltInk contributed to your quilt pattern design business? Could you share your experience with the platform and how it has influenced your creative process and connected you with fellow quilters?

QuiltInk is so great to play with different color options! I love that it allows for everyone to see the different patterns on the wall and to find inspiration.

Coastal Sunset – Apr26 Challenge

After a vibrant and color-filled March, it’s time to step into a new atmosphere.

Last month, with the Spring Tulips palette by Jenny Kae Parks, you explored bold contrasts, playful combinations, and fresh spring energy. The response was incredible, with 227 mock-ups shared on the Wall, showing once again how much this community continues to grow through color.

A big congratulations to our March winner:

🎉 PDQ, who will receive full access to Jenny Kae Parks’ Quilter’s Color Course — a fantastic opportunity to keep learning and building confidence with color in quilting.

And now… a new challenge begins.

For April, we’re collaborating with Stephanie Forster from Bookends Quilting — a talented quilt pattern designer on QuiltInk and the author of the beautiful book Quilting the National Parks, featuring 20 patterns inspired by iconic landscapes across the United States.

She’s bringing us a brand new palette for this month’s challenge:

Coastal Sunset

Are you ready to explore it?

Let’s begin.

COASTAL SUNSET PALETTE

The Coastal Sunset palette represents the earthy tones of a Washington coast sunset, known for its dramatic, moody atmosphere and iconic sea stacks.

Warm tones like Marmalade, Apricot Crepe, and Peach Sherbet capture the glowing light of the setting sun, filling the sky with warmth and softness.

Deeper shades such as Nova, Honeymoon, Plum Preserve, and Cabernet reflect the movement of the ocean and the shadows that settle over rock formations as the light fades.

To ground the palette, colors like Raw Gold, Gingerbread, and Chocolate evoke driftwood and shoreline textures, bringing balance and depth.

Together, these colors create a palette that feels rich, atmospheric, and deeply connected to nature — like bringing a coastal sunset directly into your home.

MEET STEPHANIE

Stephanie Forster is an author, quilt pattern designer, quilter, and crisis counselor based in Seattle, WA.

Her work is strongly influenced by the natural world, from mountain landscapes to lush forests, which she translates into thoughtful and visually striking quilt designs.

She is the author of Quilting the National Parks, a beautiful collection of 20 quilt patterns inspired by national parks across the United States.

As a pattern designer on QuiltInk, her designs are available for you to explore, color, and make your own — making this collaboration even more special.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

Go to www.quiltink.com, sign in or create your free account.
Choose a pattern from the main page.
Color the pattern using the April Challenge palette — it’s the first palette in the Solid Palettes list.
Share your mock-up on our #quiltinkwall.
Boost your chances by creating a post or story on Instagram, mentioning @quilt_ink and @bookendsquilting, and tagging #QuiltInkChallengeApr26.
It counts as 2 entries in the giveaway.

PRIZE

A copy of the book Quilting the National Parks by Stephanie Forster

The winner will receive Stephanie’s book, featuring 20 unique quilt patterns inspired by national parks — a beautiful source of inspiration for future quilting projects.

Selection: On May 1st, we will randomly pick 1 mock-up from all the mock-ups shared on the Wall using the April Challenge palette (the ones marked with the gift icon).

The more mock-ups you create, the higher your chances of winning.
Start coloring now!

This giveaway is open internationally. You must be at least 18 years old.
This giveaway is not sponsored by Instagram. Participants release Instagram of any responsibility and agree to IG terms of use.

Here are some examples of quilt patterns mock-ups using the Coastal Sunset palette in QuiltInk! Don’t you love them all?

Patterns featured are (click to color):

Remember by clicking on the gift icon in the QuitlInk Wall you will be able to see all the mock-ups for the Challenge alive.

Curious about how to find the palette to participate. Follow these steps and start coloring!!

This month’s palette is a selection of fabrics from the Pure Solids collection by Art Gallery Fabrics, chosen by Stephanie Forster to reflect the tones and textures of a coastal sunset.

We can’t wait to see all your mock-ups!

Happy coloring and quilting to you all!

QuiltInk Challenge Mar26 Winner

The March Challenge wrapped up with a burst of color — and what a month it’s been.

This time, the palette Spring Promise by Jenny Kae Parks invited you to step into a space full of contrast, freshness, and playful combinations, inspired by the arrival of spring. And you didn’t hold back.

We saw 227 mock-ups shared on the Wall, each one exploring the palette in a completely different way. Some leaned into bold, high-impact contrasts, others softened the tones into calm and airy compositions — and everything in between. It’s always fascinating to see how one palette can lead to so many unique quilt designs.

Among all entries, one mock-up was randomly selected, and the winner is:

🎉 PDQ

Congratulations! 💛 You’ve won Jenny Kae Parks’ Quilter’s Color Course, a perfect next step to keep building your confidence and skills when working with color in quilting.

We’ll contact you by email very soon with all the details.

To everyone who joined this challenge — thank you. Every mock-up you share adds to something bigger: a space where quilters can try new ideas, test color combinations, and keep learning together.

If you’re looking for inspiration (or just want to enjoy some beautiful quilts), you can revisit all the entries on the Wall by filtering Past Challenges — this month’s gallery is especially fun to explore.

Ready for what’s next?

A new challenge is just around the corner.

New Pattern: Sticks and Stones

If you love modern quilt patterns, you can’t miss Sticks and Stones by @jessirash .

A clean, geometric quilt design that completely transforms depending on your color choices and fabric selection. It even comes with two color versions, showing just how different the same pattern can feel.

It’s one of those patterns that works beautifully with bold modern solids or softer, more subtle palettes.

Perfect for advanced beginner quilters, and a great opportunity to explore color placement and quilt mockups before you start sewing.

Available in baby (50” x 50”) and throw (72” x 72”) sizes.

Open it on QuiltInk and start testing your version — because with this kind of modern quilting design, small color decisions make a big difference.