As the year begins, I can’t help but reflect on the excitement a fresh start brings. While I’m not someone who makes specific New Year’s resolutions, I do enjoy setting general goals. At QuiltInk, our goal remains clear: to continue providing you with a modern, easy, and fun platform to plan your quilt patterns.

This year, we’re working on exciting new features to enhance your coloring experience, help you connect with the QuiltInk community, and inspire your creativity in the most vibrant way. With over 12,500 active mock-ups and more than 30,000 created so far, QuiltInk has become a hub for quilters to explore, design, and share.

We look forward to standing by your side as you plan your quilt projects for the year ahead. Your feedback means the world to us, so please don’t hesitate to share your thoughts on how we can make QuiltInk even better. Here’s to a year full of inspiration and creativity!

Happy New 2025 to all in our community—may this year be filled with creative energy and beautiful quilt designs!

Be sure to dive into this month’s newsletter—it’s packed with valuable content, exciting updates, and inspiration to kick off 2025 on the right note!

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Though December is often a quiet time as we enjoy the holidays and time with loved ones, quilt pattern designers have been busy behind the scenes, adding fresh designs to QuiltInk to spark your creativity for the new year.

This month, 11 stunning new patterns have been activated on the platform! Whether you’re starting a new project or simply exploring ideas, these designs are sure to inspire your next quilting journey.

Click on the images below to dive in and bring these patterns to life with your unique color choices!

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!

In case you’re new or missed our past newsletter, here’s a friendly reminder about the new Gift Cards now available on QuiltInk!

These gift cards are more than just a thoughtful present—they’re a gateway to endless creativity and inspiration for your quilting friends and family. Whether you’re gifting a designer, fabric shop owner, or passionate quilter, a QuiltInk Gift Card lets them explore, create, and connect with the vibrant quilting community.

QuiltInk Gift Cards aren’t just for Christmas—they’re a beautiful, meaningful present any time of the year! Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or simply show appreciation by giving the freedom to unlock QuiltInk’s modern, fun features.

From beginners to seasoned pros, everyone can benefit from a QuiltInk Gift Card. And with no expiration date, recipients can redeem their gift whenever inspiration strikes.

Share the joy of quilting and spread creativity by giving the gift of QuiltInk. Explore the gift card options and make someone’s quilting dreams come true today!

January is here, and it’s packed with exciting opportunities to fuel your quilting passion! This month, we’re shining a spotlight on new SALs, talented designers teaching at major quilting events, exclusive memberships, and even a special discount for an Academy! Don’t miss the chance to support these incredible designers, who are continuously inspiring the quilting community. Check out all the upcoming events and join in to keep the creativity flowing!

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!

Quilter's Color Mixer is a live, one-day virtual event designed to transform your approach to color and fabric selection. Learn from top instructors how to balance textures, create custom prints, recolor blocks, assess fabric values, and master print mixing for stunning quilts. Elevate your quilting craft with fresh techniques and vibrant inspiration!

The My Quilts App is a free resources for quilters to help them organize, catalog, track, and journal all their quilt projects in one easy place- your phone! You can add all the important details and photos to each project! You can even add unfinished or planned projects! To make it even more fun you can check out what your friends are making and create a board of inspiration for you to circle back to when you are ready for a new project. 

Quilt n Learn is an online-only quilting event! Workshops from international experts, downloads galore, sewalongs, live events, and more! Even better - Registration is 100% FREE. Free Attendees get access to the bonus downloads now and all the workshops from January 9-11th 2025. They also get to join the Sewalong and Live Events! VIP passes are also available. For just $49, your VIP Pass gets you more than $500 of *additional* bonuses you can download TODAY! Plus you'll get access to the workshops TODAY - no waiting. Plus you get 6 months to watch them. And more!

Get access to the 2 LIVE Sit & Sew events (February 4 & 5), all 25+ workshop video replays plus a VIP goodie bag with $500 worth of exclusive bonuses including free patterns, online courses, and shopping coupons—everything you need to keep quilting, learning, and creating long after the summit ends!

Master the QuiltInk Patterns Page

With 348 active patterns on QuiltInk—and expecting this number to grow considerably with the new designer plans—it’s essential to know how to explore the platform effectively so you don’t miss any design that matches your style or project. The QuiltInk patterns main page is packed with options to help you find the perfect match:

• Search Bar: Look up specific patterns or designers directly by typing their name.
• Filters: Use filters to refine your search by Designer Name, Technique, or Kits—highlighting patterns with curated fabric kits from shops.

To make navigation easier, look out for helpful icons displayed over patterns:

• Teal icons: Highlight Sew Alongs (SAL), Block of the Months (BOM), or new pattern releases. By clicking on the icon, you can access all the event details and a link to the designer’s website.
• Yellow icon: Indicate patterns with curated fabric kits, making it easy to source all the materials. By clicking on the icon, you’ll see the fabric shop that set up the kit and be directed to their QuiltInk page to color the pattern using their fabrics.
• Lock icon: Represent community patterns requiring a code from the designer for access, often tied to memberships or pre-releases.
• "?" Image: If you encounter a pattern with a "?" image, it means the designer has chosen not to make the pattern public yet. If it’s in community mode, you’ll need a code to access and view the design.

With so many patterns available in various styles and techniques, learning to navigate QuiltInk’s main page ensures you’ll uncover every possibility for your next project. Start exploring today and let the perfect pattern inspire your creativity!

If you don’t want to miss any new patterns on QuiltInk, remember to check the News section on the QuiltInk homepage and follow us on Instagram. There, we share all the latest patterns and events, along with a variety of styled mock-ups to inspire you!

Start the year by reconnecting with the earth! For the January QuiltInk Challenge, we’re embracing warm and grounding Earthtones, a palette that invites you to celebrate the natural beauty of the world around us. To begin the year, we’re offering an exciting prize: free access to the Combo Star BOM by Plains and Pine.

To join the fun, simply pick a pattern, color it with the challenge palette, and share your mock-up on the QuiltInk Wall. Plus, for two extra entries, post your creation on Instagram and tag us (@quilt_ink)! Let’s make this year’s quilting journey one filled with creativity and connection!

As we continue our exploration of color harmonies, let’s dive into one of the most visually striking combinations: complementary color harmony. This bold approach pairs opposites to create dynamic and attention-grabbing quilts.

What is Complementary Color Harmony?

Complementary harmony involves using two colors that are directly opposite each other on the color wheel. Think red and green, blue and orange, or yellow and purple. These combinations naturally create high contrast and vibrant energy, making them perfect for quilts with a bold statement.

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Meaning and Emotion

Complementary quilts exude energy and vibrancy. The contrast between the two colors delivers a sense of excitement, while their balanced use ensures a harmonious design. Whether you’re crafting a cheerful holiday quilt with red and green or a dramatic piece with blue and orange, complementary harmony brings life and movement to your projects.

Focal Points in Complementary Quilts

To make complementary designs successful, balance is essential. Choose one color as the dominant shade and use the other as an accent. This approach allows the boldness of the colors to shine without overwhelming the overall design. Introducing neutral tones or gradients can also soften the contrast and enhance the composition.

Quilting Application

Complementary color palettes offer endless opportunities for experimentation. Pair solids with bold patterns or mix textured fabrics to explore the interplay of hues. Whether you're aiming for a modern quilt or a timeless classic, complementary harmony ensures a design that captivates and inspires.

Complementary Inspiration!

To spark your creativity, I’ve selected two stunning complementary mock-ups from the QuiltInk wall. These designs showcase the power of contrasting colors, highlighting how opposites on the color wheel can come together to create impactful and dynamic quilts.

As we are at the beginning of the year, although I’m not someone who loves setting up goals at the start of the year, I do have one for 2025: sew, sew, and sew.

If I told you how long it’s been since I’ve spent meaningful time with my sewing machine—completely focused on creating—you wouldn’t believe me. So, I won’t even say it, but just know it’s been a long, long time.

I’ve always loved creating artistic quilts, adding a touch of free-motion quilting to them. Besides that, I’m also a quilt pattern designer, and I’m excited to bring new and modern quilt patterns soon. This year, I want to return to my sewing machine and immerse myself in the handwork that I’ve been missing so much. It’s not just about making quilts; for me, sewing is a way to destress, find balance, and reconnect with the creativity that sparked my journey in quilting in the first place.

If you’d like to follow my sewing journey, I invite you to join me on Instagram at @quiltilus. I’m also working on a new website, which I hope will be ready soon, with some big news coming your way.

Here’s to more stitching, more creating, and more time doing what truly brings joy and calm to my life!

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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