New Pattern: Windmill Weave

Title: Windmill Weave

Designer: Sewspicious

Technique: Traditional Piecing

Sizes: 5

The Windmill Weave is the new pattern by  Vickeidy from Sewspicious in QuiltInk, a block-based pattern that’s a modern take on the traditional windmill block. 
 
The #windmillweavequilt is suited for confident beginner quilters and comes in 5 sizes: Baby, small throw, square throw, large throw, bed.
 
Plan your quilt color versions with #quilt_ink and share them in our #quiltinkwall, we’re our community meets to inspire each other. 

New Pattern: Meadow Charm

Title: Meadow Charm

Designer: A piece of Quiet Quilts

Technique: Traditional Piecing

Sizes: 2

It’s release day for the Meadow Charm #quiltpattern by Meghan from A piece of Quiet Quilts and she has uploaded the pattern to  #quilt_ink so you can plan your color choices digitally and in a fun and fast way! Remember to check the #QuiltInkWall to get inspired by the other users’ #mockups!
 
The #meadowcharmquilt is a versatile design with secondary shapes that emerge from each block creatic a beautiful dinamic. It has 3 colorway options: Yardage – 3 colors and background, also fat quarter friendly and layer cake or scrap friendly and it’s suitable for advanced quilters and those just finding their quilting confidence.
 
For the occasion, Megan’s whole pattern shop is on sale this week. Don’t miss it!

New Pattern: Repair

Title: Repair

Designer: Sewspicious

Technique: Traditional Piecing

Sizes: 5

Welcome to a new designer in QuiltInk! 🎉🎉 She is Brooke from Eudaimonia Studio who has recently added her patterns to QuiltInk!

Today we present the first one of them, the Repair #quiltpattern. This scrap, FQ, and yardage-friendly pattern is a two-in-one, with both a block pattern offering endless options as well as an expansion quilt pattern to make the standard color quilt variation (shown below) in five different sizes. You can also turn your Repair block into a quilted tote bag using this tutorial on the blog!

Stay tuned because during the next week I will keep presenting each one of Brooke’s patterns in QuiltInk!

Pattern: Repair by Eudaimonia Studios
Fabrics for mock-ups 1, 2 and 4: Pure Solids by Art Gallery Fabrics
Fabrics for mock-up 3: Kona Cottons by Robert Kaufmann

Mockupmonday #79

✨ Back in action after the serene QuiltCon 2024 moments! 🧵 Dive into the vibrant world of QuiltInk as we unveil fresh patterns, introduce talented designers, and showcase an array of stunning #mockups crafted by our incredible #QuiltInkCommunity! 🎨✂️
 
Embark on a journey with us this #qInk_mockupmonday 🌈, featuring 128 unique color variations across 42 patterns curated by 30 phenomenal designers. Each design is a masterpiece in itself, so make sure to watch until the end – the visual treat is worth every second! 🚀💖 #QuiltInkMagic #modernquilting #TextileArt #DesignInspiration #colorinspo

QuiltInk Challenge Mar24

After the fantastic February QuiltInk Challenge celebrating the QuitlInk Anniversary with an abundance of creativity and participation, we’re thrilled to announce the March challenge!  
Special shout-out to our February winners: 3 winners of a copy of the Modern Internaional Alphabet by Amarar Studio are: admowest, CrystalEllis and MissJonge. We can only thank you all for participating and we really hope you enjoyed it.
For the March Challenge, we’ve teamed up with one of the talented QuiltInk Fabric Shops, Binded with Love. Sara has meticulously curated a vast palette called “Freshly Picked” —a boho-inspired fabric palette that’s filled with earthy rainbow hues, reminiscent of blooming wildflowers. Palette features coordinating fabrics from Art Gallery Fabrics, Cotton + Steel, AGF Pure Solids and Peppered Cottons.
Start coloring with the Freshly Picked palette for a chance to win a $50 shop credit for Binded with Love! Get ready to infuse your creations with the vibrant energy of this exquisite fabric selection!
 
Meet Binded with Love

Meet to Binded with Love, where we understand the quilting journey, a heartfelt expression of love and creativity. As devoted enthusiasts of modern fabrics, we’ve curated a haven for fabric lovers, showcasing Art Gallery Fabrics, Fableism, Figo, Cotton + Steel, Studio E, and Free Spirit. Our specialty lies in our thoughtfully crafted curated fabric bundles of standard quilting cottons and yarn-dyed wovens, designed to inspire both the seasoned quilters and those just starting their quilting journey.

As fellow makers and quilting enthusiasts, we understand the profound joy that comes from transforming pieces of fabric into cherished heirlooms. Quilting, to us, is more than just a hobby—it’s a language of love, a celebration of milestones, and a means of wrapping a warm embrace around the people we care most about. 

We believe in fostering a full-service online shopping experience, prioritizing collaboration with our customers to create the perfect fabric pull. Whether you’re an experienced quilter or just beginning your journey, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Let’s create!

BindedwithLove Etsy Shop
How to participate
 
1. Follow @quilt_ink and @bindedwithlove on Instagram
2. Access to www.quiltink.com, sign in or create your free account.
3. Choose a pattern from the main page.
4. Color the pattern using the challenge palette, it’s the first palette in solid palettes list.
5. Share your mock-up on our #quiltinkwall.
 
Boost your chances creating a post or story on Instagam, mentioning @quilt_ink and @bindedwithlove, and tagging #QuiltInkChallengeMar24. It counts as 2 entries in the giveaway.
 
Prize: $50 shop credit for Binded with Love Etsy Shop.
 
Selection: On April 1st, we will pick 1 mock-up randomly chosen between all the mockups in the Wall made with the QuiltInk Challenge Mar24 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 quilts hosted by QuiltInk and colored-in with the QuiltInkChallengeMar24 palette.

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

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

Happy coloring and quilting to you all!

New Pattern: Mercado

Title: Mercado

Designer: Sewspicious

Technique: Traditional Piecing

Sizes: 3

We are excited to announce Vickeidy from Sewspicious started uploading her patterns in QuiltInk!
Here is her #mercadoquilt, releasing today! Get your copy from her website and plan your unique version on the QuiltInk platform!
Remember you can color, save, export and share your unique #mockups in our #quiltinkwall, which are already growing and they are all so amazing!!
Happy release day to Vickeidy and happy coloring and quilting to you all!

QuiltInk Challenge Feb24 winner

What a fun February QuiltInk Challenge to celebrate the QuiltInk Anniversay, with 126 mock-ups published in the Wall plus several sharing on Instagram!. We can only say thank you to all the participants, we really hope you enjoyed coloring with the palette and admiring all the mock-ups in the Wall.
The 3 winners of a copy of the Modern Internaional Alphabet by Amarar Studio are: admowest, CrystalEllis and MissJonge.
Congratulations to you all! We will contact with you by email, if you don’t get our email, please contact with us!

Tomorrow we will announce the next QuiltInk Challenge Mar24. It’s a wonderfull collaboration with one of the Fabric Shops in QuiltInk with an amazing price sure you don’t want to miss!! Stay tuned tomorrow morning!! 

Designer Spotlight – Christine Slote

Christine is one of those persons that when you talk with her you feel peace and happyness, and her patterns reflects this joy in her soul. 

My first encounter with Christine was a few years ago when I assisted her in writing one of her patterns. Since then, she chose to showcase her quilts designs on QuiltInk.

Recently overcoming a challenging battle with lymphoma, Christine is now introducing a new pattern, “Courage, dear heart,” a poignant reflection of her journey. Don’t miss it!

Personal Background

Christine, 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?

Hi there, I’m Christine, the maker behind Tessellate Textiles. I work as a clinical pharmacist in Ontario, Canada, where I live with with my husband and two sons. I live in a region with a strong Mennonite quilting heritage and I love that connection :).

 

Quilting Journey

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

No one in my family quilts or ever quilted. My journey began around 10 years ago when my husband randomly bought me a sewing machine during a difficult time in our lives. I’m still not sure why did that as I had never before expressed any interest in sewing! I started to learn when my youngest son was born, but it was during the pandemic that I really fell in love and began designing my own patterns. I’ve always loved drawing and art and quilting just feels like a natural extension of that art – a new form of self expression.

 

Pattern Designing

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

I decided to start designing quilt patterns somewhat on a whim during the pandemic. I designed a quilt for myself at a time when I was spending a lot more time at home and I craved a creative outlet. A friend encouraged me to try and so I just went for it!

 

I often draw inspiration from other textile arts like weaving and cross stitch. When I have an idea, I usually play in EQ8 – it takes me days and days of repeated iterations before I reach a design that satisfies me. I then use Adobe Illustrator to finalize my design.

 

Style and Aesthetics

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

I love creating colourful and distinct quilts that are often inspired by my Egyptian heritage as well as traditional Western designs. I grew up spending all of my summers living with extended family in Egypt… Memories of the architecture, marketplaces, and textile pieces that feel like home often influence my colour choices and designs. My designs usually feature repeating geometric shapes and patterns.

 

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 love using lots of different warm colours in my quilts, especially reds and golds. 

 

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?

You can find my work on Instagram (@tessellate_textiles) and can purchase my patterns from my website: https://www.tessellatetextiles.ca. I love connecting with people on Instagram and through 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?

At this point, I’m really taking it slow as I’m recovering from recent treatment for lymphoma. I’m releasing a new pattern this Friday that is a product of months of slow work that I chipped away at slowly as I started to heal following chemotherapy. It’s such a joy to be creating again.

Mockupmonday #78

After the so inspiring #QuiltCon24 (thanks to all those that shared the amazing quilt photos!), here is a new dose of #quiltinkinspiration !
 
Nearly 200 #mockups from the last 2 weeks published in the #quiltinkwall by the QuiltInk users, fabric shops and designers. They are so unique and beautiful that I could be watching them all day!!
 
Have a good week full of color and quilting!
 
53 #quiltpattern from 30 #quiltpatterndesigners featured in this video! 

Anniversary Giveaway!

Giveaway Reminder!
In less than a week the #QuitlInkChallengeFeb24 will finish and you can be the winner of one copy of the International Alphabet Foundation Paper Piecing pattern, designed by me at Amarar Studio (aka me!) I am giving away 3 of them for the 3rth #quilt_ink anniversary.
 
If you haven’t participated yet, here is a reminder of the rules, and hurry up! The more mock-ups you create, the higher your chances of winning! Start coloring now!
 
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, first in Solids palettes list.
4. Share your mock-up on our #quiltinkwall.
 
Boost your chances of winning by sharing your mock-ups on Instagram! Create a post or share in your stories, mentioning @quilt_ink and tagging #QuiltInkChallengeFeb24. Each post/story counts as 2 entries in the giveaway.
 
Prize: 3 winners will receive one copy of the International Alphabet Foundation Paper Piecing pattern, designed by me at Amarar Studio.
 
Selection: On March 1st, we will pick a mock-up randomly chosen between all the mock-ups in the Wall made with the QuiltInk Challenge Feb24 palette (the ones with the gift icon).