New Patterns: Minmi

Title: Minmi

DesignerSewspicious

Technique: Traditional Piecing

Sizes: 1

Today, we’re excited to introduce the Minmi quilt pattern by Sewspicious! This fun and quick-to-sew design is perfect for quilters of all skill levels. Based on the classic Courthouse Steps quilt block, Mini is the ideal pattern to showcase your favorite fussy cuts in the center blocks and really let your fabrics shine.
 
With clear instructions and endless possibilities for customization, this pattern allows you to create a quilt that’s uniquely yours. Head to QuiltInk to color your own version of Mini, and don’t forget to share your mock-ups on the QuiltInk Wall — we can’t wait to see your creations!

New Pattern: Conjunction

TitleConjunction

DesignerMonth of May QuiltIng

Technique: Flying geese and HSTs 

Sizes: 1

🎉 Exciting news, quilters! Today, we’re welcoming a new designer to QuiltInk, Month of May Quilting, with the launch of her stunning Conjunction quilt pattern! This fat quarter-friendly design is perfect for advanced beginners, featuring flying geese and HSTs to create a gorgeous throw-size quilt.
 
🧵✨ But this launch isn’t just about quilting—it’s about community. 💖 For the first week, MonthofMay Quilting is donating 20% of all Conjunction pattern sales to support Hurricane Disaster Relief through @mutualaiddisasterrelief.
 
Let’s show her lots of love, support a great cause, and fill the QuiltInk wall with your colorful mock-ups!
 
👉 Head to QuiltInk to color this pattern in a fun and fast way. Don’t forget to share your mock-ups on the wall to inspire others!

New Pattern: Pinnacle Pop + Giveaway!

TitlePinnacle Pop

DesignerTasha Quilts

Technique: Curve Piecing 

Sizes: 1

We are in celebration mode with the presentation of the Pinnacle Pop quilt pattern by Tasha from Tasha Quilts! 🎉 The pattern is now available to purchase and, of course, ready to color in QuiltInk. Want to win a copy of the pattern and a QuiltInk Supporter subscription? Head over to our Instagram post and join our celebration!
 
Pinnacle Pop is a striking modern design that plays with bold curves, creating an eye-catching quilt that’s perfect for anyone who loves curvy shapes and wants a unique project.
 
Let’s see your colorful creations — share them on the QuiltInk Wall!

Mockupmonday #107

🎨 It’s Mockup Monday #107! 🎨 This week, we’ve got more than 100 incredible mock-ups from our amazing community—so much inspiration in one place! Whether you’re looking for new ideas or just love seeing creative designs come to life, the QuiltInk Wall is the perfect space to explore.

Haven’t joined yet? Don’t miss out! Register now and become part of our growing community. Share your own mock-ups, get inspired by others, and let your creativity shine! ✨ We can’t wait to see what you create next!

New Patterns: Del Sol

TitleDel Sol

DesignerSewspicious

Technique: Piecing with templates

Sizes: 1

Get ready, quilters! In just 3 days, the Del Sol pattern by Vickeidy from Sewspicious is launching! This stunning design is inspired by the breathtaking sunsets of her Caribbean island home, capturing the beauty of the sea, sun, and vibrant skies.
 
The Del Sol pattern is template-based and offers two options: print-at-home templates or a large-format A0 file, so you can choose what works best for you. 🌅✨
 
Come to QuiltInk and color your next project with this radiant design! Share your mock-ups on the QuiltInk Wall to inspire others — we can’t wait to see them all!

New Patterns: Dog Star

TitleDog Star Quilt

DesignerPlains and Pine

Technique: Regular piecing

Sizes: 5

✨ Ready for a new star in your quilting lineup? ✨ Just 2 days ago, Lindlee of Plains and Pine released her stunning new Dog Star Quilt Pattern. This beauty is perfect for both prints and solids—so let your creativity run wild!
 
  💡 Before diving into your project, check out the amazing mock-ups on the QuiltInk Wall for inspiration and ideas. Then, head over to QuiltInk to color your own version! We can’t wait to see what you create! 🎨🖌️
 
Tag us and share your mock-ups—your design could inspire others! 🙌

Designer Spotlight – Amber Elliot

In this month’s Designer Spotlight, I’m thrilled to introduce Amber, the creative force behind Alderwood Studio. Amber’s journey feels particularly close to my heart—we both come from numbers-based careers, with a background in music, and launched our quilting businesses when our kids were still little. Amber’s story is an inspiring blend of passion and precision, evolving from her role as a software engineer into a full-time quilt and fabric designer. Let’s dive into Amber’s world of design, color, and creativity!

Personal Background

Amber, 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 a quilt pattern designer, teacher, and fabric designer. I started Alderwood Studio when my first child was a baby, and quit my job as a software engineer a couple of years to take Alderwood Studio full time! I live in the Pacific northwest with my family. 

 

Quilting Journey

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

I’ve been a bit of a craft hopper all my life, and started sewing when I was a child. I loved making costumes and clothing, and made my first quilt as a teenager. It was terrible, but I still have it!

 

Pattern Designing

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

I almost always designed my own quilts as I made through throughout the years, and a fellow quilter saw one of my quilts and said I should write a pattern for it. I decided to give it a try, and loved the process! I go through bursts of creativity where I sit down with my design tools and whip out tons of pattern ideas, and then spend the next several months refining them and bringing them to life. 

 
Style and Aesthetics

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

I consider myself a very modern pattern designer, and I tend to design quilts that aren’t block based (though many still are). I draw a lot of inspiration from nature, and love the process of taking organic, natural shapes and concepts and translating them to a more graphic form. 

 

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?

I really enjoy ombre color palettes, and you can see that in most of my designs. I love green, and use it a lot in my quilts!

 

Business Activities

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

(Membership, notions, courses, etc)

I run the Modern Makes Membership, which is such a fun skill building group! I also teach the Pattern Writing Academy every year, which is one of my favorite things to do as I’ve learned so much about pattern writing over the years and am excited to pass that knowledge along.

 

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 alderwood-studio.com, and you can find me on Instagram at @alderwoodstudio. 

 
Upcoming Projects

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

I have a pattern coming up next month that I’m super excited about – think more mountains, stars, and Greek mythology! I’m also very excited to release my next couple of fabric collections with Riley Blake Designs. 

 

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?

I love how people can so easily try out different fabric combinations with QuiltInk. Fabric and color selection can be so tricky, and there’s nothing worse than starting a quilt with fabrics that just don’t work together. QuiltInk is such a great tool to make sure that you’re 100% happy with the quilts you make!

QuiltInk Challenge Oct24

Are you ready for a new creative challenge? For October, I’ve chosen the Garden Dreams palette, a stunning fabric line by Amber Elliot of Alderwood Studio. Amber’s love for gardening and the changing seasons is beautifully reflected in her designs, making this palette perfect for our autumn-themed challenge.

 

Garden Dreams is Amber’s debut fabric collection, and it captures the anticipation of spring and the joy of watching a garden bloom. Amber, a talented modern quilt pattern designer, fabric designer, and educator, draws her inspiration from the Pacific Northwest’s natural beauty. Her designs bring a sense of calm and creativity, perfect for quilting projects.

 

Before we begin, let’s give a huge congratulations to MissJonge, the winner of the September Challenge, who has won a yearly Supporter Subscription!

 

We can’t wait to see all your incredible creations using this dreamy palette. Don’t forget to share your mock-ups with us on the QuiltInk Wall!

Garden Dreams is the first fabric line by Amber Elliot of Alderwood Studio. What she tell us about it?

“As a passionate gardener, my life revolves around the garden and the ever-changing seasons. Each year, as the late winter approaches, I find myself daydreaming about what my garden will look like in the coming year.  While I wait for the spring weather to arrive I start my seeds and daydream about spring days warmed by the sun, leaves emerging from their long winter slumber, fluffy clouds passing by on a cool breeze, and the first wild roses.”

Start planning your upcoming quilting projects with this wonderful fabric collection as you join our monthly challenge!

 

Note: Garden Dreams fabric collection has been released on September 2024 ans is now available in shops!

Amber Elliot

Amber is a modern pattern designer, author, fabric designer, and educator. She runs the Modern Makes Membership, teaches technique and pattern writing courses, and releases modern patterns under the Alderwood Studio brand. She designs fabric for Riley Blake Designs, and draws inspiration for both her fabric and her quilt patterns from the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Amber lives in Portland with her two small children and enjoys gardening, painting, and knitting in her free time.

How to participate
 
1. Access to www.quiltink.com, sign in or create your free account.
2. Choose a pattern from the main page.
3. Color the pattern using the challenge palette, it’s the first palette in solid palettes list.
4. Share your mock-up on our #quiltinkwall.
 
5. Boost your chances creating a post or story on Instagram, mentioning @quilt_ink and @alderwoodstudio, and tagging #QuiltInkChallengeOct24. It counts as 2 entries in the giveaway.
 
Prize: a Garden Dreams 12 FQ Bundle!!
 
Selection: On November 1st, we will pick 1 mock-up randomly chosen between all the mock-ups in the Wall made with the QuiltInk Challenge Oct24 palette (the ones 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 Garden Dreams palette in QuiltInk! I love them all!

 

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.

If you are wondering where you can find the QuiltInk Challenge palette, check the following video!

 

Pattern featured in this video is:

Cross Track by CMarie Quilts

And here you can check the Oct24 Challenge fabrics. Aren’t they amazing?

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

Happy coloring and quilting to you all!

New Patterns: Labyrinth

TitleLabyrinth

DesignerColleen Sews

Technique: Regular piecing

Sizes: 4

The Labyrinth pattern by Colleen from Colleen Sews is now activated on QuiltInk! This stunning quilt, filled with half-square triangles, is perfect for both prints and solids, and looks amazing with dark or light backgrounds. If you’re short on time or sewing in a busy household, Labyrinth is a great project to pick up and put down—it’s super organized and can be chain-pieced for quicker assembly!
 
Head to QuiltInk, color your version, and share your creations on the Wall! Let’s see those beautiful quilts come to life! ✨

QuiltInk Challenge Sep24 winner

What a fun Challenge has been this September one. More than 100 amazing mock-ups have been shared on the QuiltInk Wall using the new Glaze II fabric collection by Libs Elliott for Andover Fabrics.

 

We encourage you to keep exploring this beautiful collection in your quilting projects—perfect for your upcoming Christmas creations! The collection is available to color in QuitlInk at the Shops/Designer Tab in the coloring page. Don’t miss it!

 

And the winner of a QuiltInk Subscription is …… MissJonge!!

 

Congratulations! She will enjoy a yearly Supporter QuiltInk subscription with a private pattern,

Check the next QuiltInk Challenge for September 2024. It’s already live and you can win a QutilInk Subscription!