As the vibrant energy of summer fades and the crisp air of autumn settles in, October invites us to slow down and embrace a more mindful approach to quilting. This time of year, with its shorter days and cooler evenings, offers the perfect opportunity to focus on the joy of creating, stitch by stitch.

At QuiltInk, we believe that quilting isn’t just about the final product—it’s about the journey. Taking time to experiment with colors, patterns, and fabric choices is a wonderful way to enhance your creativity while enjoying the process. Our digital coloring platform allows you to plan your quilts with ease and mindfulness. You can try out new palettes, explore different layouts, and make adjustments at your own pace, all while visualizing your designs in a calm and focused way.

Whether you’re working on a big project or just planning your next decorative project, QuiltInk helps you approach each decision with care, ensuring that your creative process is as fulfilling as the finished quilt itself. Take this October to slow down, enjoy the art of quilting, and use our platform to turn your mindful planning into beautiful creations.

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October brings a fresh wave of creativity to QuiltInk with 15 new patterns added to the platform! We’re thrilled to welcome Tristan from Month of May Quilting, who joins us as a new designer with her stunning Conjunction pattern. Whether you're planning your next quilting project or just looking for inspiration, these new designs are sure to spark your imagination.

Click on the images below to start coloring and envision your next quilt!

Remember, any pattern with a lock icon requires a code provided by the designer for access to their coloring pages. Visit the designers' websites to purchase the full pattern and get started on your new project right away!

For designers, fabric shops, and supporters, the tutorials also include detailed instructions on how to add fabric requirements to patterns and mock-ups in QuiltInk. This feature simplifies fabric planning and adds significant value to your projects, making it easier for your audience to work with your patterns.

Thinking about subscribing? Now’s the time! Whether you're a designer elevating the value of your patterns, a fabric shop enhancing your kits, or a quilter eager to unleash all the QuiltInk potential as a supporter, we offer subscription options tailored to your needs.

Check out the tutorial for your profile today and discover how QuiltInk can elevate your quilting experience!

We’re thrilled to announce that QuiltInk has reached a significant milestone—6,000 registered users! This achievement reflects the vibrant and growing community that QuiltInk has become. It’s a testament to the passion and creativity shared among quilters from all walks of life.

Thank you for being part of this journey! Your enthusiasm for quilting and commitment to exploring new ideas is what makes QuiltInk such a special place. We look forward to continuing to support and inspire each other as we grow together in this wonderful quilting community.

I’m thrilled to share that we have two significant changes in the works for QuiltInk! While I can’t reveal all the details just yet, I want you to know that these updates will enhance your experience on the platform.

One of the changes will focus on branding, ensuring that QuiltInk reflects the vibrant and creative community we’ve built together. The other will involve updates to our plans, which will better serve your needs and offer even more value.

I can’t wait to unveil these exciting developments! Stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks, and thank you for being a part of the QuiltInk journey.

As we dive into October, the quilting community is buzzing with activity! This month, we’re featuring 18 exciting events, including pattern releases, workshops, and new fabric collection launches by QuiltInk designers. There’s so much creativity to explore, and we’re thrilled to share it with you!

Keep an eye on our Instagram @quilt_ink  for any additional releases or updates throughout the month. And don’t forget to join in on the fun with our #qink_mockupmonday  for your weekly dose of inspiration!

October is packed with new projects, so stay tuned!

Designers:

• Ben Millet
• Quilt All the Things
• Coronado Quilt Co
• Mrs Porfiria
• Broadcloth Studio
• Sewspicious
• The Weekend Quilter
• Jenn B Quilts
• LynsAvenue

Designers:

• Abby Luchsinger: Abby Maed
  
• Dana Robison: Carnelian Quilting
  
• Ann Skaehill: Crafty Moose Quilts
  
• Kristina King: Cream City Studio
  
• Emily Dodd: Dreamland Quilting
  
• Heather Heck: Heck Yes Sew Co
  
• Megan Fowler: Quilt Scouts
  
• Tamara Darragh: Remi Vail Studio
  
• Rachel Gilbert: Sew Joyful Studio

Exploring the "My Palettes" Feature

After exploring the coloring options (remember, you can check previous tips in our Newsletter archive—link below), it’s time to dive into the "My Palettes" section, a gem on our platform that I don’t want anyone to miss!

Did you know you can color with both solids and printed fabrics for free on QuiltInk? Yes! In addition to the printed fabrics uploaded by fabric shops and designers, all users can upload their own printed fabrics—up to 10 with the free account, and unlimited fabrics and palettes with the Supporter, Fabric Shop, or Designer plans.

How to add your own printed fabrics:

1. Go to your profile page.
2. Click on the "My Palettes" button.
3. Create a new palette and give it a name.
4. Click the edit icon to customize your palette.
5. Click the "+" icon to add fabrics to your palette. You can:
   1. Upload printed fabrics from an image on your device or an URL.
   2. Add solids from the QuiltInk palette library.
   3. Create your own color using the color wheel.
   4. Subscribers can upload printed fabrics in bulk using a CSV file.
6. Feel free to mix and organize fabrics from all these sources to suit your project needs.
7. Once finished, save your palette!
8. You can activate or deactivate the palettes depending on your needs.

You’ll then be able to color using your custom active palettes by selecting the "My Palettes" tab in the palette icon on any coloring page in QuiltInk.

Remember! Subscribers also have access to the high-quality exporting option, so your mock-ups will look crisp and professional, ready to share or print with clarity and style.

And don’t forget to share your beautiful mock-ups in the QuiltInk Wall and on social media to delight the quilting community with your creativity!

Please do not hesitate to contact me by email at info@quiltink.com or via Instagram chat if you have any questions about the platform. I am always happy to assist any of our users!

Happy coloring!

After the Halloween challenge with the Glaze II fabric collection by Libs Elliott, we are excited to introduce the October Challenge. Discover the debut fabric collection from Alderwood Studio, perfectly suited for mindful quilting this month.

As promised, we are now stepping into the world of color harmonies, and we're starting with one of the most elegant and understated approaches: monochromatic color harmony. While simple in concept, this method can transform your quilts into cohesive, soothing pieces that draw attention to textures, patterns, and tonal contrasts.

What is Monochromatic Color Harmony?

Monochromatic color harmony revolves around the use of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. By manipulating lightness and darkness within that color spectrum, you create a unified design without the need for contrasting colors. This technique ensures that your quilt has a serene, harmonious feel, where color is consistent, but the visual interest comes from the subtle shifts in tone and the interplay of shapes and textures.

Image from https://www.latelierkauldhar.com/

Meaning and Emotion

Monochromatic quilts often evoke a sense of calm, elegance, and sophistication. They allow the quilter to focus on depth, movement, and texture, with the color serving as the unifying thread. Whether you're using deep blues to convey a sense of peace or warm oranges for a cozy, inviting feeling, the monochromatic approach invites viewers to appreciate the nuances of design without the distraction of too many competing colors.

Focal Points in Monochromatic Quilts

Without strong color contrasts, the key to a successful monochromatic design lies in creating focal points through variations in fabric texture, quilt blocks, or intricate stitching patterns. By playing with light and dark values of your chosen color, you can create a sense of depth and direct the viewer’s attention to specific areas of your quilt.

Quilting Application

Using a monochromatic palette simplifies color choices, yet it opens up a world of creative possibilities. As you work within a single color family, consider exploring the diversity of fabrics available—batiks, solids, prints, and hand-dyed options all offer unique opportunities for tonal variation. Whether you're aiming for something modern and minimalist or detailed and intricate, monochromatic quilts allow you to channel your creativity into form and structure.

Monochromatic Inspiration!

Let's take a moment to explore how monochromatic color schemes can be applied in real quilting projects. Below, I've selected four stunning monochromatic mock-ups from the QuiltInk wall. These examples showcase the elegance and subtlety that comes from working within a single color family, while still creating impactful and dynamic designs.

Each mock-up illustrates how depth and texture can be highlighted, allowing the focus to shift to the interplay of tones, patterns, and fabrics.

Life has a way of reminding us to be grateful, even when things seem to go wrong. Two weeks ago, our car broke down in a very scary way. The clutch failed, and the car started moving on its own. My husband (the QuiltInk tech man) was driving through town when it happened, and he narrowly avoided what could have been a serious accident. We had to say goodbye to our car and send it to the scrap yard, but you know what? Instead of focusing on what we lost, I feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude.

It’s moments like these that make you stop and appreciate what truly matters. I’m thankful that it didn’t happen on a busy highway or with our kids in the car, where the outcome could have been disastrous. It was a close call, but we were fortunate, and it made me reflect on how, sometimes, things happen in the best possible way, even when they don’t seem that way at first.

So, here’s a little reminder for all of us: when bad things happen, try to find the silver lining. There’s always something to be thankful for, whether it’s safety, lessons learned, or just a reminder to slow down. Let’s embrace life’s challenges with gratitude, knowing that they often lead us to a better, safer place—even when it’s hard to see in the moment. I invite you all to take a moment and reflect on something that might have seemed negative at first, but turned out to be a blessing in disguise.

Are you new and want to learn all the tips about QuiltInk I explained in the previous newsletter?

Curious about the designers in QuiltInk we interviewed during the past months?

Or are you willing to follow up on our Color Theory section, being aware of the meaning and usage of each one of the colors we have already talked about?

Visit our Newsletter Archive, where you will be able to access all this fun content!

Ready to elevate not just your creativity but also your business on QuiltInk? Whether you're a Designer wanting to showcase your patterns for public coloring, a Fabric Shop looking to feature fabrics and offer kits, or a Supporter willing to enjoy unlimited printed fabrics and the ability to upload private patterns — we have plans designed to amplify your quilting journey. Explore all the QuiltInk Plans and elevate your artistic and business potential today!

We can't express our gratitude enough for your contribution to our vibrant community. Every day, it grows stronger and more vibrant, all thanks to each and every one of you.

Thank you for being a part of this journey.

Warm regards,
Catalina
QuiltInk
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