As we wrap up the year, December invites us to reflect, recharge, and find inspiration for the months ahead. Whether you're planning your next quilting project from the comfort of home or while traveling during the holidays, QuiltInk is here to make the process seamless. Our platform gives you the freedom to create and color mock-ups wherever you are—whether on a relaxing vacation, visiting loved ones, or just taking a quiet moment for yourself. Plus, coloring quilts can be a wonderful way to de-stress and reconnect with your creative side during this festive but often busy time of year.

From new designer releases and shop highlights to our enchanting Winter Magic Challenge, there’s so much to explore in our December newsletter. And as always, we’re here to keep you inspired as you plan your next projects during these festive weeks.

Let’s dive into the final month of the year with passion and creativity—your December QuiltInk journey awaits!

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November brought an exciting wave of creativity to QuiltInk with 14 fantastic new patterns added to the platform!

We were also thrilled to welcome three talented new quilt pattern designers to our community:

• Maureen from Maureen Garner Quilts
• Carli from Quilty Guilty Studio
• Melinda from Hampton Quilt Studio

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!

We’re excited to introduce a brand-new product just in time for the holiday season – QuiltInk Gift Cards! Whether you’re a designer, fabric shop owner, or quilter, a QuiltInk Gift Card is the perfect way to gift the freedom to explore, create, and connect with the quilting community.

Giving the gift of creativity has never been easier. QuiltInk Gift Cards are a flexible and thoughtful way to allow your loved ones to unlock the full potential of QuiltInk, the modern, fun app for coloring quilt patterns.

Why Choose QuiltInk Gift Cards?

A QuiltInk Gift Card gives your recipient the opportunity to dive deeper into the world of QuiltInk by unlocking one of our paid subscription plans. Here’s what they’ll gain with a paid subscription:

• Unlimited custom palettes & fabric uploads: Create and store as many custom fabric palettes as they want and upload an unlimited number of printed fabrics from their own collection or our fabric shop.
• Pattern Uploads: Designers can upload public patterns, while fabric shops and supporters can upload private patterns for exclusive coloring.
• Add Fabric Requirements: Add fabric requirements to any pattern, making it even easier for quilters to plan their projects.
• High-Quality Export Options: Save and export creations in high resolution, perfect for professional printing or sharing.
• Support QuiltInk’s growth: Your purchase helps support our ongoing efforts to improve the platform and bring more tools, features, and designs to the quilting community.

How It Works

Giving the Gift:

1. Choose Your Gift Card Value: Select from a variety of options to find the perfect value for your gift.
2. Personalize Your Gift: In the checkout page, add your name and the name of the recipient, like:
   
   • Your Name: Emily Brown
   • Name of the recipient: Lucy Jones
3. Receive Two Emails:
   1. Email 1: A thank-you email with instructions for gifting the card and a beautifully designed printable version ready to be hand-delivered.
   2. Email 2: A forward-ready email with the gift card details, perfect for sharing electronically at the perfect moment.
4. Decide How to Share It:
   1. Hand Delivery: Print the gift card from the first email and present it in person.
   2. Email Forwarding: Use the second email to send the gift card directly to your recipient at the right moment.

Redeeming the Gift:

1. Visit QuiltInk: Go to www.quiltink.com
2. Choose a Subscription or Private Patterns pack: Select a subscription plan (Designers, Fabric Shops, or Supporters), or choose one of the Private Patterns packs if the recipient is already a QuiltInk subscriber.
3. Enter the Code: Use the unique gift card code at checkout to activate their subscription.
   The code can be used only once for one subscription or product.
4. Start Creating: Enjoy the full potential of QuiltInk!

The Perfect Gift for Any Quilter

QuiltInk Gift Cards are ideal for quilters of all levels – from beginners exploring new creative possibilities to experienced designers looking to unlock even more advanced features. No expiration date means your recipient can redeem their gift whenever inspiration strikes!

Perfect for Christmas and beyond, QuiltInk Gift Cards are a thoughtful way to support a loved one’s quilting journey. Whether they’re new to the platform or already using QuiltInk, this gift offers endless opportunities to explore, create, and connect with the quilting community.

Exciting news for all QuiltInk users! The 2025 Color of the Year (COTY) from Kona Cotton by Robert Kaufman has been revealed: Nocturne, a stunning and versatile dark purple that’s now part of the Kona Cotton Solids palette in QuiltInk.

Where to Find It:

You can explore this updated palette on any coloring page:

1. Click the Palette icon.
2. Navigate to the Solids tab under the Robert Kaufman palette.
3. Spot Nocturne—it’s the last color in the palette!

How to Use Nocturne in Your Quilts

Dark purple hues like Nocturne evoke sophistication, depth, and a touch of mystery. It’s a color that pairs beautifully with a wide range of tones, from soft pastels for a striking contrast to rich jewel tones for a luxurious, moody aesthetic. Perfect for creating bold focal points or adding depth to intricate designs, Nocturne brings elegance to any quilt.

Inspiration for Quilters:

• Use Nocturne as a background to make lighter patterns and prints pop.
• Combine it with metallic accents for a regal and modern touch.
• Pair it with complementary yellows or greens for a dynamic, harmonious palette.

Let Nocturne inspire your next creation and bring timeless charm to your quilting projects!

Are you ready to dive into a fun and creative color challenge? Pantone has announced their Color of the Year: Mocha Mousse, a light brown that’s both intriguing and inspiring for quilters. Whether you find it challenging or effortlessly versatile, this hue is bound to spark some incredible designs! And guess what? The Pantone Quilt Challenge is coming soon!

Stay tuned for more details about this exciting challenge organized by talented quilters Sarah Ruiz and Elizabeth Ray. Follow them on Instagram @pantonequiltchallenge for updates, and keep an eye on my social media and future newsletters for more information. Let’s stitch something unforgettable!

What We Know So Far:
While details about the 2025 challenge haven’t been officially published yet, it will likely run similarly to the last two years. You can explore the previous challenges here.

The tentative schedule suggests the challenge will kick off in late February or early March and wrap up in mid-to-late May.

Get ready to let Mocha Mousse inspire your next masterpiece!

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December is here, bringing a flurry of creativity to the quilting world! This month, we’re highlighting 14 exciting events, from active SALs to upcoming pattern launches by QuiltInk designers. To keep your inspiration flowing, we’ve also gathered recent pattern releases you may have missed—ideal for crafting something special this season. Explore the festive energy and discover what’s waiting for 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:

• Mommy and Me Quilt Co
• The Quilting Corner
• Modern Charm Stitchery
• Sewspicious
• Stuff Sydney Sews
• Jessica Steele Design
• LynsAvenue
• The Weekend Quilter
• Love Sew Modern

Designers:

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

This month, we’re excited to shine the spotlight on Kate, the talented designer behind Due North Handmade. Kate combines her love for tradition with a fresh, modern twist, creating quilt patterns that feel both timeless and contemporary. From childhood lessons with her grandmother to drafting her own designs, Kate’s quilting journey is filled with creativity, resourcefulness, and a true passion for the craft.

Discover how Kate balances her multifaceted quilting business, draws inspiration from everyday moments, and uses QuiltInk to bring her colorful, joyful designs to life. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!

The Kits in QuiltInk

Did you know that QuiltInk offers a unique feature called Kits? These kits make your creative journey even more inspiring and practical by pairing quilt patterns with curated fabric selections from fabric shops in our community. With Kits, you can color a quilt using fabrics you’ll know for sure are available and easy to get, making the process smoother and more enjoyable than ever.

Why Use Kits?

• Guaranteed Availability: Kits let you design with fabrics you know will be available in the shop that created the Kit, giving you confidence and ease when planning your project.
• From Design to Sewing Made Simple: With Kits, it’s as easy as color, buy, and sew. QuiltInk makes it effortless to get the fabrics you need: simply export the sheet with your fabric list and requirements directly from QuiltInk, and share it with the fabric shop. They’ll have everything you need to bring your design to life.
• Support Local Shops: By choosing Kits, you’re shining a light on talented fabric shops and strengthening the quilting community.

How It Works

1. Pick a Pattern with a Kit:

• Find Kits on Patterns: Look for the Kit icon on the Patterns page—it marks the patterns paired with fabric Kits. Click the icon to visit the fabric shops that created the Kit, and find the Kit page.
• Discover Kits on Fabric Shop Profiles: Visit a Fabric Shop’s profile to see all the Kits they’ve created, making it easy to explore their curated selections.

2. Shop and Custom Palettes:

When using a Kit, the available palettes are restricted to:

1. Shop Fabrics: Only the fabrics from the shop that created the Kit are available. Solids or fabrics from other shops cannot be used, ensuring consistency in your design.
2. Custom Palettes: Use this option to match fabrics you already have at home.

3. Export the Fabric Requirements:

QuiltInk now includes a Fabric Requirements feature for every pattern with Kits. No matter which colors or fabrics you select, you’ll get an accurate list of how much fabric is needed.

If a Kit or pattern doesn’t already include the fabric requirements, users with a Supporter plan can add them and unlock this powerful option.

4. Get the Fabrics:

With your list of fabrics and amounts needed, ordering is simple! Contact the fabric shop directly using the information provided. You can find the shop's link in multiple places within QuiltInk:

• From the Coloring Page: A direct link to the shop is available while you're designing.
• From the Shop's Profile Page: Access the shop’s contact details and check all their contact info.

Export your design, complete with fabric names and requirements, and share it with the shop to place your order quickly and effortlessly.

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!

Get ready to end the year with creativity and festive inspiration in the December QuiltInk Challenge!

This month, we’re embracing the enchanting Winter Magic palette, carefully crafted by me and chosen by our Instagram followers from three winter/Christmas options. With its stunning mix of blues, purples, and pinks, this palette beautifully captures the essence of winter and the magic of the holiday season, inspiring endless possibilities for your designs.

Don’t miss out on all the fun—make sure to follow QuiltInk on Instagram to stay in the loop and enjoy all the festive creativity!

Now it’s your turn to join in the fun! This December, we’re offering an amazing prize—a course with Carolina Oneto—to help one lucky participant learn the art of creating custom palettes. Let your imagination shine, share your designs, and make the QuiltInk Wall even more magical this month!

This month, we continue our Meet the Fabric Shops series, spotlighting the incredible stories and curated collections from QuiltInk’s fabric shop community. In our second feature, we’re thrilled to introduce Sara from Binded with Love, an online shop dedicated to modern fabrics and heartfelt creativity. Get ready to be inspired by Sara’s journey and explore her beautiful offerings to plan your next quilting masterpiece!

As we continue our exploration of color harmonies, let’s delve into one of the most vibrant and balanced approaches: triadic color harmony. This technique combines three colors evenly spaced on the color wheel, creating dynamic and visually striking quilt designs that feel both balanced and lively.

What is Triadic Color Harmony?

Triadic harmony involves selecting three colors that are equally spaced around the color wheel, such as red, yellow, and blue or green, orange, and purple. These combinations bring high contrast while maintaining a sense of balance, making them ideal for bold and energetic designs.

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

Meaning and Emotion

Quilts made with triadic color harmony exude energy and playfulness. The balanced distribution of colors prevents any one hue from overpowering the others, resulting in a vibrant yet cohesive composition. Whether you’re crafting a cheerful holiday quilt with red, green, and gold tones, or a summer-inspired design with shades of teal, coral, and mustard, triadic harmony offers endless possibilities.

Focal Points in Triadic Quilts

The key to a successful triadic design lies in carefully balancing the intensity of each color. Using one as the dominant shade and the others as accents can help guide the viewer’s eye while maintaining the overall harmony. Pair bold prints with subtle textures to emphasize specific areas without overwhelming the design.

Quilting Application

Triadic color schemes open up a world of creativity by offering the perfect blend of contrast and cohesion. Whether you prefer solids, patterned fabrics, or a mix of both, triadic palettes are versatile and dynamic. Play with different fabric arrangements to see how these colors interact and discover unique ways to bring your quilt to life.

Triadic Inspiration!

To inspire you, I’ve selected two stunning triadic mock-ups from the QuiltInk wall. These examples showcase the power of three balanced hues working together to create eye-catching designs. From bold contrasts to softer, more nuanced palettes, these quilts demonstrate how triadic harmony can elevate your work to new heights.

Let’s keep exploring the endless possibilities of color theory and see how triadic harmony can inspire your next quilting adventure!

As the holiday season approaches, I find myself swept up in the joy and wonder of watching my children revel in the magic of this time of year. Their excitement over little things—twinkling lights, carefully wrapped presents, and the promise of surprises—reminds me of the beauty in seeing the world through their eyes.

While I may not be the most festive person, there’s something undeniably heartwarming about the collective energy of the season. It feels like we all lean into kindness a little more, finding ways to share love and gratitude in our own unique ways.

So, whether you’re stitching gifts for loved ones, enjoying quiet moments with your quilts, or simply soaking in the spirit around you, I hope this season brings you inspiration, warmth, and a little magic too.

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
www.quiltink.com