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QuiltInk Challenge Aug24 winner

What a great success in out July QuiltInk Challenge! Participants has published in our QuitlInk Wall 173 mock-ups and several of them were shared on Instagram. We can only thank all the participants, and we really hope you enjoyed it.

We encourage you to keep exploring this beautiful bundle in your quilting projects.

Remember you can get it from Full Moon Fabric Co

And the winner of a “20 FQ Moody Rainbow bundle curated by Toad and Sew from the Pure Solids collection from Art Gallery Fabrics” is …… michflook!!

Congratulations! She will receive the prize very soon!

Be aware of the next QuiltInk Challenge for August 2024. Stay tuned, it will be announced tomorrow!

Giveaway Alert!

To celebrate the upcoming Sunny Blooms pattern release, In the Lights Quilts is hosting a giveaway!

The pattern will be released on August 2nd!

Don’t miss this opportunity to have some fun coloring this amazing pattern and stand a chance to win exciting prizes. Participate now and let your creativity shine!

To enter:

1. Make a mock up of Sunny Blooms on @quilt_ink

2. Save it

3. Share the mock-up on your Instagram stories and tag @inthelightquilts and #sunnybloomsquilt by midnight on Thursday, Aug 1 (if your profile is set to private, send her a screenshot of your story in a DM)

4. Each mock-up shared is an entry! The more mock-ups you make, the more likely you will be to win!

What you can win:

1. Ruler, thread cutter, and stickers from @feralnotionsco (Caitlin makes the COOLEST notions!)

2. In the Light Quilts stickers

3. Sunny Blooms Quilt pattern (PDF download)

We are excited to see what you all create from this design! This pattern in particular is one that should be mocked up before cutting into your fabric because of the color placement. You’ll be surprised how little changes in fabric choice makes a big impact in the design!

Cascade Bloom SAL beginning

Title: Cascade Bloom SAL

Designer: Toad and Sew

Technique: Curve Piecing

Sizes: 4

Today is the beginning of the Cascade Bloom Sew Along by Toad and Sew and we want to celebrate with this hypnotic video with the 89 #moc-ups already published in the #quiltinkwall .

If you want to sew this gorgeous pattern with Taylor, with her tips and advice along the way to make the process smooth and enjoyable, Check Toad and Sew website to know more about the SAL and color your version with #quilt_ink!

QuiltInk Challenge Jul24

The July QuiltInk newsletter is all about partnership and collaboration in the QuiltInk world. I love collaborating with the designers in QuiltInk, and this July Challenge has been set up in collaboration with Toad and Sew!

But before we dive in, let’s give a big congratulations to Verithe for being the winner of the June Challenge. She will soon receive a 6 FQ bundle from the Birdie fabrics collection by Libs Elliott!

Taylor, aka Toad and Sew, has recently curated an amazing bundle and has so many exciting projects planned with it that we are thrilled to use it for our July Challenge. We can’t wait to see all your mock-ups with it! Keep reading to learn more and don’t miss out on the wonderful prize you won’t be able to resist!

Inspired by the cozy nostalgia of vintage 90s sweaters and the timeless appeal of dark, low-contrast quilts, Taylor set out to design something that blends retro vibes with a touch of whimsy. Envisioning a rainbow of muted tones, Taylor crafted a palette that feels both dreamy and sophisticated. Each color is carefully chosen to evoke warmth and charm, making it perfect for those who love a bit of playful elegance in their projects. This blend of influences brings a unique depth and character to every piece.

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

Note: This bundle can be purchased from Full Moon Fabric Co

Meet Taylor and Toad and Sew

Taylor, the creative mind behind Toad & Sew, combines her artistic background with a passion for quilting. Born near Philadelphia, PA, she pursued illustration and graphic design at VCU in Richmond, VA. After moving to Houston, TX, and later to Seattle, WA, Taylor faced personal challenges, including undiagnosed OCD and ADHD, which intensified during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Quilting became a therapeutic outlet for Taylor. Her first quilt, crafted on her grandmother’s 1980s Singer sewing machine, marked the beginning of a transformative journey. She quickly moved from quilting as a hobby to designing her own patterns, with her New Years Kiss Quilt gaining significant recognition at QuiltCon 2022 and the International Quilt Festival in Houston, TX.

Taylor named her venture Toad & Sew after her rescue dog, Toad. Through Toad & Sew, she shares her unique designs and story, inspiring others in the quilting community.

Toad Circle, her community space, combines hobbies through a book club and mystery quilt Sew-Alongs (SALs). Every three months, members join an 8-week event filled with creative discussions, bonus projects, exclusive merchandise, and the thrill of mystery quilting. Sign-ups open quarterly, next open is July 23th!, and the newsletter keeps you informed about it.

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,fidnd it in the solid palettes list.

4. Share your mock-up on our QuiltInk Wall.

Boost your chances of winning by sharing your mock-ups on Instagram! Create a post or share in your stories, mentioning @quilt_ink and @toadandsew, tagging #QuiltInkChallengeJul24. Each post/story counts as 2 entries in the giveaway.

Prize: A 20 FQ Moody Rainbow bundle curated by Toad and Sew from the Pure Solids fabric collection by Art Gallery Fabrics.

Selection: On August 1st, we will pick 1 mock-up randomly chosen between all the mock-ups in the Wall made with the QuiltInk Challenge Jul24 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 QuiltInkChallenge July 24 palette! I love them all!

We plan to share more mock-ups made by Taylor int he followings weeks. Stay tunned in our Instagrams accounts:

@quilt_ink

@toadandsew

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

And here you can check the Jul24 Challenge fabrics. Aren’t they amazing?

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

Happy coloring and quilting to you all!

Riley’s Star early coloring

Get started on your holiday sewing early to celebrate Christmas in July! Hexen Haus’ new pattern, Riley’s Star, is a seasonal stunner. Want a sneak peek of the design? Subscribe and join the community at https://www.hexenhaus.co. On July 7th, Erin will send subscribers an early access code to color this new pattern exclusively on Quilt Ink. Hurry and sign up!

Recently, QuiltInk has added new options to make quilt pattern coloring more fun! Here are some of them:

A “?” on the cover of a pattern means the designer has activated the coloring feature but doesn’t want to publicly reveal the pattern yet.

A “lock” icon on the cover of the pattern indicates it’s a community pattern, and you’ll need a code provided by the designer to access the coloring page. For Erin’s pattern, she will send the code to all her newsletter subscribers on July 7th.

An “R” icon means this pattern has an upcoming or ongoing event. If it’s a special event for the release, click on it to learn more!

QuiltInk Challenge Jun24 winner

I can’t express my excitement about the June QuiltInk Challenge! It has been our most participated challenge yet, with 328 mock-ups and 348 entries, including those shared on Instagram. We can only thank all the participants, and we really hope you enjoyed it.

We encourage you to keep exploring this beautiful palette in your quilting projects. It’s so versatile, beautiful, and full of possibilities that your project is sure to be a great success.

And….the winner of a “6FQ Bundle from the Birdie collection by Libs Elliott” is Verithe!!

Congratulations! We will contact you by email. If you don’t receive our email, please reach out to us!

Be aware of the next QuiltInk Challenge for July 2024. Stay tuned, it will be announced tomorrow!

QuiltInk Challenge Jun24

The #quiltinkchallengeju24 is half way and nearly 200 mock-ups have been already published in the #quiltinkwall .

This month the palette challenge is set up with the #birdiefabric collection by @libselliott for @andoverfabrics.

Participate to win a 6FQ bundle of this amazing collection! Access to Quiltink.com, sign up for free, pick a pattern, color it with the QuiltInk Challenge Jun24 palette, and share your mock-ups in the Wall!

If you share your mock-ups on Instagram using the #quiltinkchallengeju24 hashtag you get 2 extra participations!

Pattern featured in the video is #karnakquilt by Tessellate Textiles

QuiltInk Challenge Jun24

Summer is coming, and for the June QuiltInk Challenge, I want to showcase a new fabric collection perfect for this season by Libs Elliott. You can’t miss it!

But before we dive in, let’s give a big congratulations to Pixie for being the winner of the May Challenge, which featured the Winged Garden Fabric collection by Alexandra Bordallo!

June marks the launch of the Birdie Fabric Collection by Libs Elliott, a pattern designer in QuiltInk and also a fabric designer for Andover Fabrics.

The Birdie collection takes inspiration from the vibrant and bold designs of that era. With its playful patterns and nostalgic feel, it encourages us to embrace our inner child and revel in the joy of creativity. It builds on some of Libs’ favourite colours from the Atomic collection and will bring a sense of warmth and authenticity to anything you sew. So let your imagination run wild, embrace the retro vibes, and let Birdie take you on a journey back in time. The possibilities are endless, and the memories you’ll create will be timeless.

Start planning your upcoming quilting projects with this incredible fabric collection as you participate in our monthly challenge!

Libs Elliott

Libs Elliott, a Canadian quilter in Toronto, transitioned from a childhood surrounded by antique quilts to a career in quilting, inspired by her love for textiles and a background in weaving and natural dyeing. Starting in 2009, she modernized traditional patterns and now designs for Andover Fabrics, releasing multiple collections annually. Her business also includes teaching, running the Sew Squad community, and collaborating with companies. Upcoming projects include new fabric collections in March and a sew-along for her Electric Pineapple Quilt starting January 22nd.

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.

Boost your chances of winning by sharing your mock-ups on Instagram! Create a post or share in your stories, mentioning @quilt_ink and @libselliott, tagging #QuiltInkChallengeJun24. Each post/story counts as 2 entries in the giveaway.

Prize: A bundle of 6 FQ from the Birdie fabric collection by Libs Elliott.

Selection: On July 1st, we will pick 1 mock-up randomly chosen between all the mock-ups in the Wall made with the QuiltInk Challenge Jun24 palette (the ones with the gift icon).

The more mock-ups you create, the higher your chances of winning! Start coloring now!

Here are some examples of quilts hosted by QuiltInk and colored-in with the QuiltInkChallenge June 24 palette by Libs Elliott! I love them all!

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

And here you can check the Jun24 Challenge fabrics. Aren’t they amazing?

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

Happy coloring and quilting to you all!

QuiltInk Challenge May24 winner

What a bunch of wonderful mockups the QuiltInk users have created using the Winged Garden fabric collection by Alexandra Bordallo! We encourage you to keep exploring this beautiful palette in your quilting projects. They are sure to be a great success.

And….the winner of a “Supporter Plan” along with a pack of 3 private patterns is Pixie!!

Congratulations! We will contact you by email. If you don’t receive our email, please reach out to us!

Be aware of the next QuiltInk Challenge for June 2024, showcasing a new fabric collection from one of the designers in QuiltInk. Stay tuned!

QuiltInk Challenge May24

Did you enjoy the Spring palette for the QuiltInk Challenge Mar24? I certainly did! Seeing all the mock-ups created with it was a delight – a whopping 130 in total! The QuiltInk Wall is pure inspiration!

Let’s give a big congratulations to Bethanyinwonderland for being the winner of this month!

As you know, QuiltInk offers the possibility of coloring with solids as well as printed fabrics. The solid palettes are created by the QuiltInk team, based on company swatches and color references. Printed fabrics can be uploaded by each user, showcased by fabric shops, and pattern designers who are also fabric designers can showcase their fabrics. Are you ready to use a new printed fabrics collection?

This month marks the launch of the Winged Garden Fabric Collection by Alexandra Bordallo, a pattern designer in QuiltInk and also a fabric designer for Andover Fabrics.

Inspired by nature, this beautiful collection has been chosen as the centerpiece for our monthly challenge.

Start planning your upcoming quilting projects with this incredible fabric collection as you participate in our monthly challenge!

Alexandra Bordallo

Alexandra Bordallo, a quilting enthusiast and mother of two from Vic, near Barcelona, seamlessly balances her role in the education sector with her passion for fabric designing.

Her journey began with her grandmother’s sewing lessons, leading her to delve into the world of quilting through various online resources. Inspired by new fabric collections and nature’s geometric shapes, Alexandra meticulously crafts quilt patterns, infusing traditional styles with modern elements like flying geese. Her love for vibrant colors, drawn from nature’s beauty, is evident in her designs.

Beyond pattern designing, Alexandra collaborates with Andover Fabrics, bringing her unique prints to the quilting community, and licenses her surface designs for diverse products.

Prize

Depending on your Quitlink profile you will be able to choose between:

– A “Basic Designers Plan” for quilt pattern designers, which includes 3 patterns in QuiltInk (Value: $90).

– A “Fabric and Kits Plan” for fabric shops, along with a pack of 1 private patterns (Value: $110).

– A “Supporter Plan” for quilters, along with a pack of 3 private patterns (Value: $65).

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.

Boost your chances of winning by sharing your mock-ups on Instagram! Create a post or share in your stories, mentioning @quilt_ink and @alexandrabordallo, tagging #QuiltInkChallengeMay24. Each post/story counts as 2 entries in the giveaway.

Prize: Yearly QuiltInk Subscription. check details above.

Selection: On June 1st, we will pick 1 mock-up randomly chosen between all the mock-ups in the Wall made with the QuiltInk Challenge May24 palette (the ones with the gift icon).

The more mock-ups you create, the higher your chances of winning! Start coloring now!

Here are some examples of quilts hosted by QuiltInk and colored-in with the QuiltInkChallenge May 24 palette by Alexandra Bordallo! I love them all!

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

And here you can check the May24 Challenge fabrics. Aren’t they amazing?

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

Happy coloring and quilting to you all!