# Hello, Welcome to PreQuilt!!

The PreQuilt team is Gar Liu, a developer, and Laura Henneberry, a quilter. We're glad you're here!

## <mark style="color:blue;">What is PreQuilt?</mark>

PreQuilt is an online software application that visualizes and designs quilts.&#x20;

Use our time saving features (like color tags, randomization, built in solid fabric color cards, fabric swatches, and more) to quickly visualize your next quilt!&#x20;

Subscribers choose between the Basic or the Market subscription plans. For more information, visit <https://app.prequilt.com/plans>.

### <mark style="color:blue;">Who's Behind PreQuilt?</mark>

The PreQuilt team is made up of <mark style="color:blue;">**Gar Liu**</mark>, a developer, and <mark style="color:blue;">**Laura Henneberry**</mark>, a quilter, and we’ve teamed up to create PreQuilt to design and visualize quilts in fun and surprising ways.&#x20;

Gar has over 20 years of dev experience working in house and as a freelancer for some of Toronto's biggest ad agencies. He has a unique skillset of being both a full stack developer and having a graphic design education from OCAD University.

Laura starting quilting over 10 years ago and while she loves seeing where a project goes, she often wants the confidence of knowing what a quilt will look like before cutting into her fabric. She has a unique skillset of having both an Operations background as well as a design education from OCAD University.&#x20;

### <mark style="color:blue;">What's PreQuilt's Origin Story?</mark>

PreQuilt was born one night when Laura was struggling to visualize [*The Circus Tent Quilt*](https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/613458872/circus-tent-quilt-pattern-digital-pdf?click_key=0aaf3402cd28e039dbf3d7ec23e0527594391b8d%3A613458872\&click_sum=995f9448\&ref=shop_home_feat_1) with her limited Illustrator skills. Gar looked over her shoulder and said he could code something that would speed up the design process.&#x20;

And the rest is history... Or rather it’s the start of the ever evolving web application you see here today. Come visit us at <https://prequilt.com/>!


# 2025

Blog posts from 2025

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# January 2025 | Updated Color Cards

Color Challenge + Color Card Updates!

<figure><img src="/files/kllZKHK6W5uZENV1Pcng" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>2 x FOUR YARDS CUTS TO WIN!</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">2025 Kona Color of the Year Challenge</mark>

We have added **Nocturne**, the 2025 Kona Color of the Year to the Kona digital color card!

And in celebration of a new year and gorgeous new colors, we are launching a PreQuilt challenge! Two lucky participants will each win **FOUR YARDS** of Kona Nocturne.&#x20;

What to win four yard of Kona Nocturne? Here's how!

* Use Kona Nocturne in one of your quilt mockups in PreQuilt
  * Mockup can be either a designer digital coloring page or an original quilt design by you!
* Post your digital mockup on Instagram or comment on our [Reddit post](https://www.reddit.com/r/PreQuiltCommunity/comments/1i6n3ic/win_four_yards_of_the_2025_kona_color_of_the_year/)&#x20;
* Tag us (@prequilt) and use the hashtag #PrequiltLovesColor&#x20;

Challenge begins today and two winners will be selected at random on March 1, 2025. Open to US and Canadian participants. (Due to the cost of shipping, broader international participation is too costly. Our apologies).

*Disclaimer*: We are not sponsored or affiliated with Robert Kaufman. Fabric prize was purchased from [Fabric Spark](https://fabricspark.com/).

#### How to find the 2025 Kona Color of the Year in PreQuilt

{% embed url="<https://youtu.be/IaELb5srzpc>" %}

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## <mark style="color:blue;">NEW! Riley Blake Design Confetti Cottons</mark>

Have you heard the news?!? Riley Blake Designs is adding **114 new colors** to their Confetti Cottons solid line and we're happy to announce that we've updated their digital color card in the software application. You can now find all **300** of their solid colors in PreQuilt!&#x20;

#### How to Find the Confetti Cottons Color Card in PreQuilt

{% embed url="<https://youtu.be/n-eKT4N2EU0>" %}

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## <mark style="color:blue;">A Note from Laura</mark>

In the constant hustle of moving forward and getting things done, it's too easy to forget to reflect on what has been achieved. To be honest, I kind of use Instagram as a visual journal of sorts, and I'll often refer back to it for dates on when things happened.

So, according to my unreliable memory and my more reliable Instagram timeline, in 2024 I:

* Went to 9 concerts - My favorite was *The Gaslight Anthem*
* Finished 1 solo quilt & participated in 2 others
* Wrote 1 magazine article - To be published in the 2025 QuiltCon magazine
* Had countless belly laughs with my East End quilt friends
* Vended at QuiltCon in Raleigh with Gar and our boys
* Visited the Netherlands & Belgium
* Made 3 shirts with fabric from my stash

I'm hopeful that 2025 will be just as wonderful. Unfortunately there aren't as many concerts on the horizon, but there are a couple more vending trips.&#x20;

What are your goals for the new year? In 2025, I'd like to:

* Finish 2 solo quilts & participate in at least 1 group quilt
* Continue to enjoy belly laughs with my East End quilt friends
* Vend at QuiltCon, Quilt Canada & Festival of Quilts - Hope to see you at one of those shows!
* Make more handmade clothing - Especially a pair of pants!
* Run a half-marathon

In the past, I've set some pretty unrealistic resolutions for myself. But I have found that I'd much rather have some nice-to-have's for the year, rather than strict resolutions to adhere to.&#x20;

Wishing you all the best as we settle into 2025!

&#x20;  &#x20;


# February 2025 | Designing in PreQuilt

I Am Korean Adjacent & QuiltCon Events

<figure><img src="/files/LlzGyqiEbs3LRbKUQAxY" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p><em>I Am Korean Adjacent</em> by Laura Henneberry Quilts, 2024</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">How I Use PreQuilt to Design</mark>

As you might suspect, I use PreQuilt to help me design my quilts. And in this blog post, I'd like to share how I used PreQuilt to finalize my layout for my quilt, *I Am Korean Adjacent*.

This quilt is a very personal quilt and I've worked on various iterations of it over the past 8 years. I finally finished it in 2024 and I wrote about why it's so important to me in the [2025 QuiltCon Magazine](https://www.quiltingdaily.com/quilting-arts-magazine-quiltcon-2025/).&#x20;

But here, I'm going to talk about the how of it.&#x20;

#### Pre-PreQuilt Prototyping

I love to prototype, it's my favorite part of quilt making. And it's also why my quilts can take 8 years from idea to finished quilt, because I'll play with an idea for so long. But that's the journey I love. So, a lot of the quilt ideation was done hands on. I would sketch out a rough idea and then try to construct it with the materials I had on hand. Figure out what I liked and what I didn't. Re-sketch. Re-prototype. Repeat.

Through the prototyping phase, I finally settled on the quilt block, its construction method, and size. But the things I wanted to figure out, with the help of PreQuilt, were final quilt size, block layout, and fabric colors.

#### Digital Sketching in PreQuilt

I started with a grey scale digital sketch of my quilt blocks (four patch HST block and a one patch square block) in a star layout.&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/aPA742jl2ZcrPR7REvLz" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Initial block layout idea</p></figcaption></figure>

The first thing I did was settle on the overall size of the quilt. This would tell me not only how big the quilt would be, but also how many of each block I'd need. I also very much wanted to use my stash without having to buy any additional material or fabric.

<div><figure><img src="/files/MKtzUEmCbQoiUvTwfjGQ" alt=""><figcaption><p>Large throw sized quilt</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/q7fgdVkPa9rFUFZkcC10" alt=""><figcaption><p>Wall hanging sized quilt</p></figcaption></figure></div>

#### Color Selection & Block Layout

After I settled on the size of the quilt, which would be 8 rows with 8 blocks each, I played with the block layout of the design. Did I want the center of the quilt to be "empty" one patch blocks? Or did I want there to be a star in the center instead?

Did I want different colors in the background? Or did I want it to be a two color quilt? And since I really wanted to only be offered fabric I already had in my stash, I limited my color randomizer to a [fabric pull](https://blog.prequilt.com/blog-posts/2024/january-2024-or-use-your-stash) I had of my stash.

<div><figure><img src="/files/WEBVeV3A0P7GmMI9mSjI" alt=""><figcaption><p>Multi-colored background with empty center layout</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/nqzamY931aJrn7GUvt3j" alt=""><figcaption><p>Multi-blue colored background with center star layout</p></figcaption></figure></div>

<div><figure><img src="/files/gWRS8lMfHdDEERQx87ld" alt=""><figcaption><p>Multi-colored background with center star layout</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/tnxyIRyGQMwu00DgMGk1" alt=""><figcaption><p>Single colored background with center star layout</p></figcaption></figure></div>

I started to move into the direction of less is more and decided to go with a two color quilt and having the star in the middle of the quilt, instead of empty one patch blocks.

But I didn't like how consistent and rhythmic the blocks looked when they were each outlined with a border. This effect is naturally created when I was sewing the organza overlay together, but what would it look like if every block wasn't outlined?

#### Altering the Block

The final two steps was selecting the final background fabric color and altering the design of the four patch and one patch blocks.&#x20;

I selected a more muted and subtle aqua color (thank you stash) and instead of each block being outlined and framed with a border, I [cloned and created alternative blocks](https://courses.prequilt.com/youtube-courses/intro-to-prequilt-course/05-or-quilt-block-variations) with only one or two sides outlined.&#x20;

And I played with the [randomization features](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/randomization) for rotating and selecting which blocks were used.&#x20;

<div><figure><img src="/files/WrsBfrM6YLXvor56I7rk" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/5CMBydUoEU8TYPu1HNPC" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

#### Final Quilt

Through multiple playful revisions, I landed on my final layout and design! And I love it.

<div><figure><img src="/files/LlzGyqiEbs3LRbKUQAxY" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>I Am Korean Adjacent</em> by Laura Henneberry Quilts, 2024</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/Q7zfMkUawYBcAOPlNBx9" alt=""><figcaption><p>Detail of <em>I Am Korean Adjacent</em></p></figcaption></figure></div>

#### About My Process

I was very lucky to be able to write about my process and personal motivators behind this quilt. You can read all about it in this year's QuiltCon Magazine!

It's on sale in shops on February 18th and available now as a [PDF magazine](https://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.quiltingdaily.com%2Fproduct-category%2Fmagazines-ebooks%2Fquiltcon%2F\&e=AT0pNVti7s5ic7j9mjdqYvC_EhaFuP6scnJ3AUO6wYBf_78_OkICy0tmWnRQWeSCAfhmOJXHpG3UubkUZ9nPbs0ZPVTAOcQJaJJ5YA).

<figure><img src="/files/egSpyQPBjK7z6SpalhHL" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>2025 QuiltCon Magazine published by Quilting Daily</p></figcaption></figure>

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## <mark style="color:blue;">2025 QuiltCon in Phoenix, AZ</mark>

Speaking of QuiltCon, it's just around the corner! PreQuilt will be there and we're looking forward to another fun year with all our modern quilting friends!&#x20;

We have some fun, reflective stickers to giveaway and we're really looking forward to chatting with you!&#x20;

We're in **Booth 229** and here's our scheduled lineup:

* Thursday, February 20 (9am - 6pm)
  * Giveaway!&#x20;
    * **Quilting Book** by **Andrea Tsang Jackson** ([3rd Story Workshop](https://3rdstoryworkshop.com/home-3rd-story-workshop)) & 7.5 yards of striped binding
    * One year of PreQuilt!
* Friday, February 21 (9am - 6pm)
  * Giveaway!
    * Megan Collins pattern & PreQuilt curated Half-Yard Bundle
    * One year of PreQuilt!
  * 11:00 am - **Michelle Cain** of [From Bolt to Beauty](https://shop.frombolttobeauty.com/)
  * 2:00 pm - [**Megan Collins**](https://meganacollins.com/)
  * 4:00 pm - [**Genesis Hall**](https://www.instagram.com/gennyfromthequiltblock/)
* Saturday, February 22 (9am - 6pm)
  * Giveaway!
    * **Quilting Book** by **Andrea Tsang Jackson** ([3rd Story Workshop](https://3rdstoryworkshop.com/home-3rd-story-workshop)) & 7.5 yards of striped binding
    * One year of PreQuilt!
  * 10:30 am - **Andrea Tsang Jackson** of [3rd Story Workshop](https://3rdstoryworkshop.com/home-3rd-story-workshop)
  * 2:30 pm - **Laura** on the Main MQG Stage demonstrating PreQuilt
* Sunday, February 23 (9am - 4pm)

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<figure><img src="/files/g0Zy74brHwjUcxP8q06T" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>The Workroom's Kona Colour Society</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">NEW!!! Kona Colour Society</mark>

We're excited to be collaborating with ***Karyn Valino*** and [**The Workroom**](https://theworkroom.ca/) by providing digital support tools for their [**Kona Colour Society**](https://theworkroom.ca/collections/kona-colour-society). Over the course of 2025, members will receive:

* 6 bundles of curated Kona cotton solids (15 colours per bundle = 90 colours)
* Exclusive colour lessons & creative challenges to stretch your skills
* Design tools & resources in PreQuilt
* Connected member community with a dedicated cohort from start to finish
* Community quilt project

There are a limited number of bundles still available for 2025! So, if you're thinking of joining, don't delay!

#### How to Use the PreQuilt + Kona Colour Society Resources

{% embed url="<https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaC22-LQB1W0K2h1WM_5NPW55rx-Pr_wC>" %}

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<figure><img src="/files/IDKc0oVwX70ouTOz2AVn" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>Hype sticker by Heather of Creating Quilts</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">A Note from Laura</mark>

I had a quilt hanging last year at QuiltCon and I was so busy working in the booth that I almost kind of forgot about it.

While chatting with Heather of [@creatingquilts](https://www.instagram.com/creatingquilts/) I mentioned that it was so busy that I hadn't even gotten a chance to see my quilt hanging yet. She asked me which one was mine and I told her it was Moon Pie Mood Ring and then she gave me my first ever hype sticker. It was my most treasured thing from QuiltCon that year (and probably ever).

I loved her idea behind it so much - that we should be cheering each other on. That we should be taking a moment and telling people when what they have created has brought us joy or wonder. With her permission, I created my own hype sticker and will be handing them out to all the quilts I fall in love with.

[**Moon Pie Mood Ring**](https://www.instagram.com/p/CzEbBatu2SS/) will be hanging in the [**Cut Once Quilts**](https://cutoncequilts.com/products/moon-applique-template) booth! They gave me the moon template as a gift in 2023 and I used it to make my quilt. And now it's coming full circle and they will have a special show bundle of the template and pattern for only $18!


# March 2025 | Do I Have Enough Fabric?

Working with a FQ Bundle

<figure><img src="/files/hLrvyOSUal0l5na0cyAL" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p><em>Four Corners WIP, 2025</em></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">How I Maximized a FQ Bundle</mark>

I recently got a fat quarter bundle with 5 different colored fabrics for my local quilt shop, Fabric Spark, in support of their 10 year anniversary fabric challenge. The colors are beautiful and I immediately knew what I wanted to make with it!

But I did not want to buy more of any of the fabrics. As much as I love the colors and wouldn't mind making a larger quilt, I really did not want to buy any additional fabric. I'm in my use-what-I-have era.

So, what to do?

#### PreQuilt Fabric Calculator to the Rescue

Have you ever thought to reverse engineer your quilt design to use just the fabric you had on hand? Well, you can manipulate your quilt's design and/or size until the fabric calculator outputs the correct amount of fabric that you have on hand. Here's how I did it.

#### First Design Iteration in PreQuilt

My quilt design was inspired by a mirrored pub wall at a place in Liberty Village in Toronto. I was out for drinks with some work friends and I loved the simplicity of the half square triangles. This picture was taken in 2018!

<figure><img src="/files/Gw3PLxcQQeOBCUhClpmd" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p><em>Inspiration, 2018</em></p></figcaption></figure>

#### First Design Iteration in PreQuilt

This wasn't hard to recreate in PreQuilt. Once you break down the logic of the pattern, it's really just 2 alternating HST blocks.

<figure><img src="/files/anESId9e6Cvm5ZKp645O" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p><em>Four Corners, 2025</em></p></figcaption></figure>

After running the quilt design through the PreQuilt fabric calculator feature, it told me that I'd need 1 yard of each fabric.

<figure><img src="/files/6wwOcMdRi930z7na15tA" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

#### Using the Fabric Calculator - Change the Width of Fabric

It's important to note that the default width of fabric (WOF) is 42" in PreQuilt. And since I had a fat quarter with general dimensions of 21" x 18", I needed to know if the cut pieces I needed would fit on a fat quarter - not full width yardage.

You can dynamically update the width of fabric to 21" to view the cutting recommendations for a fat quarter.

{% stepper %}
{% step %}
Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**WOF text box**</mark>.

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{% endstep %}

{% step %}
Enter <mark style="color:blue;">**21**</mark> and click <mark style="color:blue;">**Apply to All**</mark>.

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{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

You'll see the cutting diagram dynamically update for all the fabrics.

<figure><img src="/files/PLWy1fZ6Dweo5jsGaZR6" alt=""><figcaption><p>WOF = 42</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="/files/lX3tNHAwSh7YJY6AJerF" alt=""><figcaption><p>WOF = 21</p></figcaption></figure>

#### Altering the Quilt Design

Like I said before, I only had a fat quarter of each fabric and I didn't want to buy more. So I had to decide how I wanted to alter the design to only need a fat quarter (instead of a yard) of each fabric.&#x20;

There were two options: Make the blocks smaller or Use fewer blocks.

<div><figure><img src="/files/LSxvszAd26pmxE1pRcJI" alt=""><figcaption><p>Smaller blocks (2.5" x 2.5")</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/vlqsVTaGHKmFjbxB9dD0" alt=""><figcaption><p>Fewer blocks (5 x 5 grid)</p></figcaption></figure></div>

<div><figure><img src="/files/iyoL0Fk9gJjpFmwv4UbQ" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/6UwpL3qdc4D46FwSYJPf" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

#### Final Quilt Direction

I decided to go with the first option, which was to keep the overall design layout the same, but make the blocks 2.5" x 2.5" finished HST blocks. I found the repetition of the diamonds was more in line with the original design intention.

I also decided to not cut it so close and used the 8 at a time HST method for 48 of the 50 HST blocks (21" x 14") and then use the 2 at a time HST method for the last 2 of 50 blocks (3.5" x 3.5"). That was just perfect for me to use the fat quarters I had with a bit of scrap for something fun in the future.

<figure><img src="/files/LhIXuav3BNEVqs5iUUIR" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Fat quarter 8 at time HST method cutting diagram</em></p></figcaption></figure>

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<figure><img src="/files/pwFxvhPX7ekh4Q14PUxX" alt=""><figcaption><p>The Genesis of a Journey Collection by Genesis Hall</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">NEW Fabric Collections in PreQuilt</mark>

We're excited to share that we have some new fabric collections preloaded in PreQuilt! What does that mean? It means, you can easily add the fabrics you like from the collections and quickly start using them in your quilt designs.

Here's what's newly added!

* The Genesis of a Journey by Genny from the Quilt Block (Riley Blake)
* Wildflower Wovens by Suzy Quilts (AGF)
* Slow Summer by Suzy Quilts (AGF)

We're adding more collections as we collaborate with fabric designers and fabric manufacturers. We hope to have more available for you over the coming year!

#### How to Find and Use the Preloaded Fabric Collections

{% embed url="<https://youtu.be/gFMVAnp5c88>" %}

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<figure><img src="/files/DkKxCpvmwXqSYeU0TzIu" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Wonderfil Threads 2025 pin</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">A Note from Laura</mark>

I had the best time at QuiltCon in Phoenix this year. I love QuiltCon for the people. The quilts are great and it's nice to work the booth, but the reason why I get excited is because I get to see friends I only see at QuiltCon and I always meet new people every year that make the time so special to me.

Some of my personal and PreQuilt highlights:

* My friend, [Michelle Bartholomew](https://www.instagram.com/michellebartholomew/), won the [MQG Excellence Award](https://quiltcon.com/quiltcon-2025-winners/) for her quilt, Clamshell Jamboree! Congratulations, it was fantastic getting to cheer you on!
* Our group quilt, [Gathered](https://www.instagram.com/p/DGb3s8GyjAX/), was juried into the show and looked fantastic!
* Wednesday night dinner with new and old friends - it's a Wednesday night tradition now!
* This cookie tin pin that I got from the [Wonderfil Threads](https://www.wonderfil.ca/) team! Plus check out the [SNL skit](https://www.tiktok.com/@binge/video/7293737130726083841?lang=en) as well for extra giggles.
* Launching the **Moon Pie Mood Ring** [template by Cut Once Quilts](https://cutoncequilts.com/products/moon-pie-mood-ring-applique-template-and-wooden-jig) and [pattern](https://www.etsy.com/ca/listing/1883714505/moon-pie-mood-ring-block-pattern-pdf?ref=shop_home_active_1\&logging_key=3276bb650ef2d812db09710876e422a0a1328e0a%3A1883714505).
* Fun demo on the MQG Demo stage on Saturday. Special thanks to friends who came to support me, thank you!!

We're not sure yet what our plans for QuiltCon 2026 are going to be. Our boys are getting older and missing school has more consequences now, so we're thinking about not having a booth at the show next year. This makes me both nervous for the business and excited to be able to just participate and enjoy the time away. We'll see!


# April 2025 | Quilt Quests

Working with a FQ Bundle

<figure><img src="/files/JfFIbgkIOe1LTqREJDAB" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p><em><strong>Trellis</strong> by Andrea Tsang Jackson</em></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">New PreQuilt Collaborative Addon</mark>

You might have seen a black and white (and complete) version of ***Trellis*** by [*<mark style="color:blue;">**Andrea Tsang Jackson of 3rd Story Workshop**</mark>*](https://3rdstoryworkshop.com/) at QuiltCon.

But this quilt is so much more! It is the first quilt quest in Andrea's new book, [***Quilting***](https://3rdstoryworkshop.com/product/quilting-book-signed), and explores line and structure.&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/RvVO7I78SU5acbLuzTFZ" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>Quilting by Andrea Tsang Jackson</p></figcaption></figure>

There are a total of five quilt quests that help you explore your own creativity. And we're proud to share that we have collaborated with Andrea and have built out custom PreQuilt addon resources for four of them!

If you're looking to explore your creativity, consider Andrea and her wonderful quests. You can buy a signed copy of the book [here](https://3rdstoryworkshop.com/product/quilting-book-signed) (we are not affiliated).

### Another Quilt Quest - House

<figure><img src="/files/0Om3oZMRSvczu1b5rPs3" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p><em><strong>House</strong> by Andrea Tsang Jackson</em></p></figcaption></figure>

One of the projects in the book is called ***House***. It is specifically designed for a group of quilters to work on together. The blocks can be made with traditional piecing, FPP, or improvised -- it's an invitation for a group or guild to share skills through a simple exercise. It also invites you as the reader to explore designing your own polygon block.

### And Its PreQuilt Addon Resource

PreQuilt is set up for you two imagine new colours for Andrea's quilt design or to insert your own blocks into her layout. This is just one of the many PreQuilt designed to support you as you embark on your own quests.

<figure><img src="/files/4HYD6oQErov5drViQP4i" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>PreQuilt House Addon Resource</em></p></figcaption></figure>

### Learn about the PreQuilt Addons for Quilting

We have a few YouTube tutorials that will walk you through how to find the Addon resources and use them! We hope that they are a helpful component to your quilty quests.

{% embed url="<https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaC22-LQB1W25yMG-DLjrLf1xwWBKzz02>" %}
How to Find the Quilting Book Resources on PreQuilt
{% endembed %}

***

<figure><img src="/files/gdlPbRfGF7VSKzQY1tk1" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>Cherrywood Hand Dyed Fabrics</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">NEW Fabric Collection in PreQuilt</mark>

We're so excited to share that we have both the solid color card and the actual fabric swatches for all 200 Cherrywood Hand Dyed fabrics preloaded in PreQuilt!

#### How to Find and Use the Cherrywood Hand Dyed Fabrics in PreQuilt

{% embed url="<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UOWvzXr4iE>" %}

***

<figure><img src="/files/Ly5Of8fKzLHMIEi9rIIO" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>2025 Pantone Challenge - a WIP</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">A Note from Laura</mark>

I always have the best of intentions... I started this year's [***Mocha Mousse Pantone Challenge***](https://saroy.net/2025/02/announcing-the-2025-pantone-quilt-challenge/) ecstatic about finding a way to use the Kona Biscuit that was leftover from my sons' dachshund quilts (also not finished yet).

I mocked up a Hunter's Star quilt in PreQuilt. Using the [**Fabric Calculator**](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-101/fabric-calculator) feature, I figured out how big I could make it with only the fabric on hand (hello - I didn't want to buy more Kona Biscuit!) and cut all the fabric.

I started sewing and pressing. Pressing and trimming. Oh geez, 448 x 1.5" finished HSTs is no simple weekend task. I've gotten as far as the picture above (well a little further, the HSTs are all pressed open now). And with the April 28th deadline quickly approaching, I know I'm not going to make that deadline.

For the most part, I'm okay with it! My initial objective - figuring out what to do with that Kona Biscuit - has been accomplished. And rather than feeling disappointed or forcing myself to sweat shop through the process, I've decided to slow down and enjoy this hobby of making. I want to be more focused on the process and the touch of the fabric, than on checking something off my list.

I hope that you all have a chance to slow down and enjoy the ride, look out the window, and haven't been too rushed getting to the final destination. Perhaps that could be part of our quilty quests?


# May 2025 | QuiltCon 2026

QuiltCon 2026 Challenge Fabrics are Preloaded in PreQuilt

<figure><img src="/files/ftwUsgKiWbbMXw8ueMCt" alt=""><figcaption><p>QuiltCon 2026 Challenge Fabrics in PreQuilt</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">New on PreQuilt</mark>

We don't really have many new features on PreQuilt this month to share. Gar and I have both been working on the non-sexy side of PreQuilt. Gar has been working on improving the speed and visual clarity of PreQuilt and I have been working on all the logistical to dos of exhibiting at our upcoming quilt shows and other operations tasks.

So for now, the only thing we have to get your hyped up about is that the 2026 QuiltCon Challenge fabrics are preloaded in PreQuilt on the QuiltCon color card. We hope this makes it easier for you to design and plan your epic quilts! I can't wait to see them in Raleigh!

### <mark style="color:blue;">Find QuiltCon 2026 Challenge Fabrics Here</mark>

{% stepper %}
{% step %}

#### Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">FABRICS tab</mark> on the left side control panel to expand it.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/gG9ICkBCxpMkbYGAigID" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">Edit</mark> button on one of the Fabric Links.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/toU7Z6P4FOp3nutjTgCZ" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">Dropdown Menu</mark> and select <mark style="color:blue;">MQG | QuiltCon</mark>.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/5RVKmKBiE14gHC0y5D00" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

#### You will now see all the 2026 Challenge fabrics for use.

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/VndGF1t9EDtnGisaKr5Z" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

***

<figure><img src="/files/BQ6K9Wjp7NCTkFkBW4vQ" alt=""><figcaption><p>Quilt Canada &#x26; The Festival of Quilts 2025</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Upcoming Quilt Shows</mark>

We're ramping up to our first time exhibiting both at Quilt Canada in Toronto and The Festival of Quilts in Birmingham, UK.

### <mark style="color:blue;">Quilt Canada // June 19-21, 2025</mark>

**Quilt Canada** is a traveling national quilt show that is hosted this summer in Mississauga (Toronto suburb) at the International Centre and we're excited to meet more of our fellow Canadian quilters!

We'll be in **Booth 320** with stickers and special Canadian dollar pricing! So please come by and say hello!

### <mark style="color:blue;">The Festival of Quilts // July 31 - August 3, 2025</mark>

The Festival of Quilts in Birmingham, UK is the biggest quilting show in Europe and we're beyond thrilled to be able to make our European debut at this epic show.&#x20;

We'll be in **Booth E50** with stickers and we look forward to meeting you!

*\*Use promo code **PREQUILT** to save £2 off standard adult or concession tickets. It is not valid for use on Sunday 3rd August, VIP or Two Day tickets. This code expires at 11.59pm on 27th July 2025.*

***

<figure><img src="/files/jF0bvQw9SnFseJHdOmXJ" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Not-Your-Typical Jelly Roll Quilts book by Michelle Lander Cain</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">A Note from Laura</mark>

It's around this time that I start to feel a bit antsy. Quilt antsy. Quantsy. (I had to do my own spin on the [**2019 kawactus**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_XpsVujmp4)). Winter has come and gone and spring is on its way out. And it usually finds me without any significant progress on any of the epic quilt ideas I have floating around in my head. And the QuiltCon deadline, while still months away, seems too soon to finish the quilt(s) I haven't even started. Does anyone else feel that way?

I find myself at a crossroad. Do I dedicate the remaining months on one project and see it through from start to finish? And hope that its design and my craftsmanship get it a spot at QuiltCon? Do I start on a couple of the ideas I have floating around, have fun tinkering with construction and design, but risk not finishing either? Or do I totally give up on the goal of a QuiltCon quilt this year and work on WIPs and Michelle Lander Cain's *I Heart Rainbow* quilt that bring me the simple joy of making?

Since I don't usually share too much progress updates on quilts I hope to submit to QuiltCon on Instagram, I guess we'll just have to see what happens in February! If you also find yourself in this quantsy state of being, I wish you all the best of luck!


# July 2025 | All the Invisible Upgrades

Bojagi Workshops & Behind the Scene Upgrades

<figure><img src="/files/nbsbSv0KL0JwSBd7a90N" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>We'll be exhibiting at The Festival of Quilts in the UK</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">All the Invisible Upgrades</mark>

Just like adulting, running a software company can be epically unsexy and underwhelming. It's all fun and games when we have a new feature to chat up - but it's hard to make invisible upgrades, like improved scaling and faster saving speeds, feel newsworthy.

But that's really what Gar and I have been up to over the last couple of months - and we hope that you have been subconsciously enjoying them.

We hope to be able to dive back into the more sexy upgrades to PreQuilt in the fall and we'll happily shout out about them then!

In other news, I have also been hard at work planning our booth at The Festival of Quilt in Birmingham, UK that takes place at the end of July into early August. See below for more about it!

***

## <mark style="color:blue;">Announcements</mark>

We're ramping up to our first time exhibiting both at Quilt Canada in Toronto and The Festival of Quilts in Birmingham, UK.

### <mark style="color:blue;">The Festival of Quilts // July 31 - August 3, 2025</mark>

The Festival of Quilts in Birmingham, UK is the biggest quilting show in Europe and we're beyond thrilled to be able to make our European debut at this epic show.&#x20;

We'll be in **Booth E50** with stickers and we look forward to meeting you!

***

<figure><img src="/files/YaCoUKy93049yDDwH909" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Bojagi samples</p></figcaption></figure>

### <mark style="color:blue;">Laura's Teaching Bojagi! // 2025-26</mark>

You might have read my article, [**Bojagi: Embracing a Sense of Self**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuJb8229klZMSFn6XcjtF6Iap7xY48X6KvfLy1Cm8zGkACSRwgxE3Me5AmNkfxUvhwmchbOB17XnnJCfZcYnkMpLeuWzmj9sxImrvFtWuTo6U1IMzS5V9vOYo8AAw-2FY32sVOcJwvnts-2BWhQFp4CTOT1nt6s0spOl8rDTRomqde8VQkrPkC4UFriHzENMwguooovsEwmck6TVs-2FGxgl8iVk18-3DzKBh_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeYChtliaXjXmwGAJOSYK8rO5nK7M6EfPwhzK69iT9ufhqJrJQk4q0escl7HUZFpYjj5Oecnc1NFFioNFDBIBEg9lt7GqJBAlEToeuiDpF9vgxcbQlbJV6RUnXrqlmMXgyznVUs0DmPfmxkaKHUMLE2bs5IP-2Bjsf0-2BhK348nwqlFRNV2N6XvktgN5qMtpzd-2Fen1-2FJAmhE7GpFcHrTCN1d5CEfdhMt0dBTFqNhQOmlmpM-2FzYE06dSO-2FJ7AXXsvvTgHWMOJHsQIGLcDkTzkmcxsYi-2FcNeyYuSg1yVyO5GJT45-2FWe7vND8dpY4xfTsXAA229deIozjx96gGutaJA-2Bzi1BjTOziGOMAgr084kwhxA2jU4zoXtpi57XZlGSdT2HLCm2vxDElw-2Bmyg-2BsqAHsO3hi6yHlYYebGL-2BeklhL7Uz-2BTU2HCUnUHg0zsH4yyr8xihOrGEbzQjfzSkQHns-2FW-2FjTVRyUEZK1tDkCUUmnWzGl3KYZnpDVUYQ5TbPHT3-2BkYBoo4UhV0u1PLNVXmwYejqpGBNS5BcsKDOUD2Vah-2BLB-2FiQmdRu6OSiPSNJz-2FpQXoxlNhdRKgpa-2FivjO6dJiPd80AOhg-2FuaV2wP6vvLQ9HqU-2BmcRVmxDqa-2Brq-2Fg-2BrKbPNDVijtcWIgRGXbtM7cX6Yam9LF7kvbDqS1gDwL9yHd7wB-2B8Wk-2FQiQz4u2XwI4C-2FL8XQl0vzmNrtCBAv565ms58iXs6xPb1lSObOGYvOcmucMqa6KkGZiWg3PlLuxeNLoxbBJirHsWjCWt-2FgNPp-2FBReLYV7bRplhvJRbOcb2whSX0nVi8OdUhC40SvqIfubJXqF-2FG5KJZEuHGSlqnPTZsrfokEnwM-3D), in the 2025 QuiltCon Magazine or this summer's Quilting Arts Magazine. In the article, I was able to share my story of being a Korean-adoptee and how bojagi helped me to feel a bit more tethered to my heritage.

Springboarding off of this, I'm so happy to share that I've been invited to teach 2 Bojagi workshops in the upcoming months - one in Toronto and another on a Korea to Japan cruise with my friend, [**Karen Brown of Just Get It Done Quilts**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuA6kTuucG5gbSz-2F6-2FzQeACJwvenSyy7d9iAnr-2BE1dDx7U0PYG9Om-2Fgby67q5o5scgA-3D-3DPjZo_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeYChtliaXjXmwGAJOSYK8rO5nK7M6EfPwhzK69iT9ufhqJrJQk4q0escl7HUZFpYjj5Oecnc1NFFioNFDBIBEg9lt7GqJBAlEToeuiDpF9vgxcbQlbJV6RUnXrqlmMXgyznVUs0DmPfmxkaKHUMLE2bs5IP-2Bjsf0-2BhK348nwqlFRNV2N6XvktgN5qMtpzd-2Fen1-2FJAmhE7GpFcHrTCN1d5CEfdhMt0dBTFqNhQOmlmpM-2FzYE06dSO-2FJ7AXXsvvTgHWMOJHsQIGLcDkTzkmcxsYi-2FcNeyYuSg1yVyO5GJT45-2FWe7vND8dpY4xfTsXAA229deIozjx96gGutaJA-2Bzi1BjTOziGOMAgr084kwhxA2jU4zoXtpi57XZlGSdT2HLCm2vxDElw-2Bmyg-2BsqAHsO3hi6yHlYYebGL-2BeklhL7Uz-2BTU2HCUnUHg0zsH4yyr8xihOrGEbzQjfzSkQHns-2FW-2FjTVRyUEZK1tDkCUUmnWzGl3KYZnpDVUYQ5TbPHT3-2BkYBoo4UhV0u1PLNVXmwYejqpGBNS5BcsKDOUD2Vah-2BLB-2FiQmdRu6OSiPSNJz-2FpQXoxlNhdRKgpa-2FivjO6dJiPd80AOhg-2FuaV2wP6vvLQ9HqU-2BmcRVmxDqa-2Brq-2Fg-2BrKbPNDVijtcWIgRGXbtM7cX6Yam9LF7kvbDqS1gDwL9yHd7wB-2B8WkMGvzmLmE8u-2FCVG-2FzDpbPFXFgf6pJa9lLlRDX2DHMyFinXZdtGhEt9uAw-2BLgbUnDBglVEbe5GXDOZMv-2FqRENICfUD-2F2ubDoxNH0W3C-2BGb-2FapRylvVJSUquzQvuQTMGZxakvdyWiPwpiBTQW3bOjXvfhXH-2FvEYC8vWfvkvC1oQ1Jc-3D)!

I have also been interviewed by my local-ish quilt shop, [**The Workroom**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuF3A-2FaoPTY62sVMhT1ZO0-2BQ-3DOz3H_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeYChtliaXjXmwGAJOSYK8rO5nK7M6EfPwhzK69iT9ufhqJrJQk4q0escl7HUZFpYjj5Oecnc1NFFioNFDBIBEg9lt7GqJBAlEToeuiDpF9vgxcbQlbJV6RUnXrqlmMXgyznVUs0DmPfmxkaKHUMLE2bs5IP-2Bjsf0-2BhK348nwqlFRNV2N6XvktgN5qMtpzd-2Fen1-2FJAmhE7GpFcHrTCN1d5CEfdhMt0dBTFqNhQOmlmpM-2FzYE06dSO-2FJ7AXXsvvTgHWMOJHsQIGLcDkTzkmcxsYi-2FcNeyYuSg1yVyO5GJT45-2FWe7vND8dpY4xfTsXAA229deIozjx96gGutaJA-2Bzi1BjTOziGOMAgr084kwhxA2jU4zoXtpi57XZlGSdT2HLCm2vxDElw-2Bmyg-2BsqAHsO3hi6yHlYYebGL-2BeklhL7Uz-2BTU2HCUnUHg0zsH4yyr8xihOrGEbzQjfzSkQHns-2FW-2FjTVRyUEZK1tDkCUUmnWzGl3KYZnpDVUYQ5TbPHT3-2BkYBoo4UhV0u1PLNVXmwYejqpGBNS5BcsKDOUD2Vah-2BLB-2FiQmdRu6OSiPSNJz-2FpQXoxlNhdRKgpa-2FivjO6dJiPd80AOhg-2FuaV2wP6vvLQ9HqU-2BmcRVmxDqa-2Brq-2Fg-2BrKbPNDVijtcWIgRGXbtM7cX6Yam9LF7kvbDqS1gDwL9yHd7wB-2B8Wk6vAz129ew7LLgzlS6G9FnIbANvMn4rfDDt8cN7R3mzQtFTFijFEtrJoJsXnJTh9QgeyN4xPJOueb9nBD4-2FBjAfLI3392cGDpanyQ6HEBhA-2BZD-2BwlOOjtfPRSNIfj43ma1OB-2Fj5dVKanWUMYPFZMvhXG8rrTz3wqyQ-2BmiJW-2BiEJ4-3D), for their [The Person Behind series](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuBq4qL29JiQOVP3NalyYSDFejFisEGrJUx7pMNI7kElV6COpAG-2Fb7CWwWtsJlNmK9dKZYx838Zq-2BTcaLK2DSmgZTzoO3m9wIXZYcPUOBse0FYjkZqtb4RuUAVnvPPc59ww-3D-3DTxBt_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeYChtliaXjXmwGAJOSYK8rO5nK7M6EfPwhzK69iT9ufhqJrJQk4q0escl7HUZFpYjj5Oecnc1NFFioNFDBIBEg9lt7GqJBAlEToeuiDpF9vgxcbQlbJV6RUnXrqlmMXgyznVUs0DmPfmxkaKHUMLE2bs5IP-2Bjsf0-2BhK348nwqlFRNV2N6XvktgN5qMtpzd-2Fen1-2FJAmhE7GpFcHrTCN1d5CEfdhMt0dBTFqNhQOmlmpM-2FzYE06dSO-2FJ7AXXsvvTgHWMOJHsQIGLcDkTzkmcxsYi-2FcNeyYuSg1yVyO5GJT45-2FWe7vND8dpY4xfTsXAA229deIozjx96gGutaJA-2Bzi1BjTOziGOMAgr084kwhxA2jU4zoXtpi57XZlGSdT2HLCm2vxDElw-2Bmyg-2BsqAHsO3hi6yHlYYebGL-2BeklhL7Uz-2BTU2HCUnUHg0zsH4yyr8xihOrGEbzQjfzSkQHns-2FW-2FjTVRyUEZK1tDkCUUmnWzGl3KYZnpDVUYQ5TbPHT3-2BkYBoo4UhV0u1PLNVXmwYejqpGBNS5BcsKDOUD2Vah-2BLB-2FiQmdRu6OSiPSNJz-2FpQXoxlNhdRKgpa-2FivjO6dJiPd80AOhg-2FuaV2wP6vvLQ9HqU-2BmcRVmxDqa-2Brq-2Fg-2BrKbPNDVijtcWIgRGXbtM7cX6Yam9LF7kvbDqS1gDwL9yHd7wB-2B8WkG3V0yZgFUQkn2aP9wT2tTbXpzdPK9wmnZz9JOsziSxLWpaXkfSAwnpYZqgMrk926F4kmff32UN1vHICJZCvP9n5zWBY8E8oLMCgBgjzbBh4AACHT57ziae28gc6X7zv9XduaIcNI-2FXuuU0HLaxrQH63WZQWFAL6dVMY4DewnLXs-3D). It was wonderful to get to reflect on my quilts and how Korean bojagi has inspired my work.

Here's the information, I'd love to take this adventure with you!

**November 08, 2025** // [Contemporary Textile Studio Co-Op](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuLcMXNcBijt5pV-2FmSUHgQ4zbRiC5dzvUwcwPSusEbtXAm8ti2S9aDDsptpk9YCm0gnqmJ-2FYdset6Twb4r3sr9EQ-3DSlcE_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeYChtliaXjXmwGAJOSYK8rO5nK7M6EfPwhzK69iT9ufhqJrJQk4q0escl7HUZFpYjj5Oecnc1NFFioNFDBIBEg9lt7GqJBAlEToeuiDpF9vgxcbQlbJV6RUnXrqlmMXgyznVUs0DmPfmxkaKHUMLE2bs5IP-2Bjsf0-2BhK348nwqlFRNV2N6XvktgN5qMtpzd-2Fen1-2FJAmhE7GpFcHrTCN1d5CEfdhMt0dBTFqNhQOmlmpM-2FzYE06dSO-2FJ7AXXsvvTgHWMOJHsQIGLcDkTzkmcxsYi-2FcNeyYuSg1yVyO5GJT45-2FWe7vND8dpY4xfTsXAA229deIozjx96gGutaJA-2Bzi1BjTOziGOMAgr084kwhxA2jU4zoXtpi57XZlGSdT2HLCm2vxDElw-2Bmyg-2BsqAHsO3hi6yHlYYebGL-2BeklhL7Uz-2BTU2HCUnUHg0zsH4yyr8xihOrGEbzQjfzSkQHns-2FW-2FjTVRyUEZK1tDkCUUmnWzGl3KYZnpDVUYQ5TbPHT3-2BkYBoo4UhV0u1PLNVXmwYejqpGBNS5BcsKDOUD2Vah-2BLB-2FiQmdRu6OSiPSNJz-2FpQXoxlNhdRKgpa-2FivjO6dJiPd80AOhg-2FuaV2wP6vvLQ9HqU-2BmcRVmxDqa-2Brq-2Fg-2BrKbPNDVijtcWIgRGXbtM7cX6Yam9LF7kvbDqS1gDwL9yHd7wB-2B8Wk8dlj0Ga5ViwWqxrHcQf7WIvw6apokXs-2B-2FknPTMpnGLXiTf2Ioma0F-2BcJG60CmnTep5jSPlDKv6fmiRyfU0rOIqBmfyEu52H8NhrAwAywVV-2F2ZCkYY-2BRfOh6PFIOceoEkqNxdofCrm63woEcOJh3YUcdN2JfHolcF0sxahWTh-2BU8-3D) // Toronto, Canada

**May 26-June 07, 2026** // [The Best of Japan Cruise](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuA6kTuucG5gbSz-2F6-2FzQeACJwvenSyy7d9iAnr-2BE1dDx7U0PYG9Om-2Fgby67q5o5scgA-3D-3DtHO9_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeYChtliaXjXmwGAJOSYK8rO5nK7M6EfPwhzK69iT9ufhqJrJQk4q0escl7HUZFpYjj5Oecnc1NFFioNFDBIBEg9lt7GqJBAlEToeuiDpF9vgxcbQlbJV6RUnXrqlmMXgyznVUs0DmPfmxkaKHUMLE2bs5IP-2Bjsf0-2BhK348nwqlFRNV2N6XvktgN5qMtpzd-2Fen1-2FJAmhE7GpFcHrTCN1d5CEfdhMt0dBTFqNhQOmlmpM-2FzYE06dSO-2FJ7AXXsvvTgHWMOJHsQIGLcDkTzkmcxsYi-2FcNeyYuSg1yVyO5GJT45-2FWe7vND8dpY4xfTsXAA229deIozjx96gGutaJA-2Bzi1BjTOziGOMAgr084kwhxA2jU4zoXtpi57XZlGSdT2HLCm2vxDElw-2Bmyg-2BsqAHsO3hi6yHlYYebGL-2BeklhL7Uz-2BTU2HCUnUHg0zsH4yyr8xihOrGEbzQjfzSkQHns-2FW-2FjTVRyUEZK1tDkCUUmnWzGl3KYZnpDVUYQ5TbPHT3-2BkYBoo4UhV0u1PLNVXmwYejqpGBNS5BcsKDOUD2Vah-2BLB-2FiQmdRu6OSiPSNJz-2FpQXoxlNhdRKgpa-2FivjO6dJiPd80AOhg-2FuaV2wP6vvLQ9HqU-2BmcRVmxDqa-2Brq-2Fg-2BrKbPNDVijtcWIgRGXbtM7cX6Yam9LF7kvbDqS1gDwL9yHd7wB-2B8WksLmPOhsfG03YjnO1pPa3ypNZq6EB-2FUWzZWVd3LBls-2Bty9MO0BAV7VpvYGFLlXbKCTzUn3PzX2dPeVGttsffUooMf2RfOmiQ6FLKwFdWx2XO1InC0-2BHjSoossaTxUgqzZBJVL-2BMlGT7ON7scSAdBbeR-2FhLVJaLodFtiY1ZpjGQ20-3D) // Seoul, Korea to Tokyo, Japan

***

<figure><img src="/files/gL4kKJ8nkAmzD7Gerr8B" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p>Laura with 'I am Korean Adjacent' hung at Quilt Canada 2025 </p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">A Note from Laura</mark>

I recently turned 45 and I wish I had something profound to share with you! But I really don't have anything that couldn't be found printed on a pillow and sold at a TJMaxx or Winners. I'll spare you any attempts!

So, let me just tell you that I had a wonderful day. The family and I played hookey, watched the new Jurrasic Park movie (it delivered dinosaurs and more dinosaurs) and I ate my weight of Korean food. Heaven on earth, people.

I've also decided to not force myself to finish a quilt in time for QuiltCon submission this year. I can be a bit of a quilty procrastinator and sometimes I enjoy (and need) the burn of the midnight oil. But this year it has been making me quite anxious, so I've decided to enjoy the journey a bit more. If I make one, I make one. But lately that journey means curling up on the couch with a book, so probably not.

I hope you are all out there enjoying your journey and the remaining bit of summer (or winter)!


# August 2025 | All Quiet on the PreQuilt Dev Front

Summering & The Festival of Quilts

<figure><img src="/files/5GqfmCcKW6sB1F3EcsOI" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Seen at FOQ: <em>Yin Yang</em> designed by Rachel Snee of <a href="http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuGeR9ivGIDDYoxSg6Kvjh4aPutIzb5mW2uS-2BgeNmlV4uyALa7ZS3drXLV9IILJ6bf7ydZeFtFgLKp4kDx1p-2Bp-2Bfu1YlyVpJoEMjNzpykYy2-2FFmU6pUrNhA7s93DkDhetMtX1Ror7atR3gzQEVXzgr1n0ApgSz4RzbA5rPtilHoLR8RkdJn0ZjvlgSwdvfZx3WMZFq6bJdq1-2FV2n7iDFPaoU-2FhOgcRtfupo2kH9d62qqPNVxL_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeeucetcERcZKpBdaLOTbKQ99HQEoZjL6sA716sFJxvqxBDgvqPy4wIvV6xdOoJFRzCp1EOlH3V9bIe2ywbL7vhCY1Yk3BrfYZpIjp6hC22KWiORwxpo31MFObv5QaVkSO38mrYgNQk-2BW8x9t4V9GOU9iH9ZO9S5PBXxUC11tJbNaOV0Axg1FQDsGUOINuaBJ3oK-2FduG84RDtmYSYIyISGn1gO0HUHysEqLlDNJK4TW26esLuIBTk3MKhyc-2BF3r6Tve40-2BfsH-2Bs8mb9S9J584mQPcWYdS2bcdQUS46R1kaj8G1mbonf4aCKDN6ELsUl0v9-2FXixfnad17Q0E2EJvMghGrlo0DxtrbXB4loiEqV9c1bscZCLK4q3i5ePBdwcngTiBUae7cLv-2By0M7b2eAo6zffyshSt-2BXWlXGtF5SAM2Jm6l0eocA0AUqEcDgkzFhV3Bo3jO75v17GaWW17N4Tb0Goab82WK1pAzwyj9VJwpbVXKLbQEO72ZavarRy5BSa2ZGkvAsjptE6gcdtvdXHYQCoZSyWRshUoG8I8cOQgUuydBRVB3Ltmy1VekPnoXjV4768cPsTVvSPGqbNPlPvy2CVueiPVUA3G44LV-2BglOMPMQAVpKz7JSPWAdTU1IVYUqf7nlgtGLoL7spTQNX8j8RqIdpp2H7f4oq2vaSvEh918U3ttYYQEXxXzMncASII-2B2mLAHmnGc8g5Lcp-2Bfc-2BMhnwh1DFFeqvz9-2B1VifXV3H3WnTiylLfEzVGedMnlPRLoDHgWoj0CvHp4g0KPEj7SXCOkzkXOJlIZ9xCFAvFESWvKIylgFeZ-2B21xOB0i0S1rnaS3W4dfsUWbSHtUPOCU3TlBk-3D"><em>Quilts by Snee</em></a></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">All Quiet on the PreQuilt Dev Front</mark>

I usually like to kick off our monthly newsletter by sharing a new feature or an upgrade with you. But with the boys being home for summer break and exhibiting at The Festival of Quilts, it's been pretty quiet here on the PreQuilt development front.

I can say that Gar and I had a wonderful time traveling to Birmingham, UK for The Festival of Quilts. It was our first time ever going to this national show and I really enjoyed the massive number of quilts on display and getting to look at all the British and European exhibitor booths.

But my most favorite part was meeting some of our British and European customers and getting to see their quilts hanging in the show! (Like *Yin Yang* (above) designed by Rachel Snee, a PreQuilt subscriber).

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our little PreQuilt booth! It was so lovely getting to meet you in person!

<div><figure><img src="/files/S5tHu9BAh4FfTr3bEahb" alt=""><figcaption><p>Gar and Laura in the PreQuilt booth at The Festival of Quilts 2025.</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/ZzkDicRqMnxfDDq1xEDg" alt=""><figcaption><p>Claire of <a href="http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuErTdGqa0vlKB0H4vZmURYZR66yR8wGXX0J4r-2BBjIq4Bn0zU_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeeucetcERcZKpBdaLOTbKQ99HQEoZjL6sA716sFJxvqxBDgvqPy4wIvV6xdOoJFRzCp1EOlH3V9bIe2ywbL7vhCY1Yk3BrfYZpIjp6hC22KWiORwxpo31MFObv5QaVkSO38mrYgNQk-2BW8x9t4V9GOU9iH9ZO9S5PBXxUC11tJbNaOV0Axg1FQDsGUOINuaBJ3oK-2FduG84RDtmYSYIyISGn1gO0HUHysEqLlDNJK4TW26esLuIBTk3MKhyc-2BF3r6Tve40-2BfsH-2Bs8mb9S9J584mQPcWYdS2bcdQUS46R1kaj8G1mbonf4aCKDN6ELsUl0v9-2FXixfnad17Q0E2EJvMghGrlo0DxtrbXB4loiEqV9c1bscZCLK4q3i5ePBdwcngTiBUae7cLv-2By0M7b2eAo6zffyshSt-2BXWlXGtF5SAM2Jm6l0eocA0AUqEcDgkzFhV3Bo3jO75v17GaWW17N4Tb0Goab82WK1pAzwyj9VJwpbVXKLbQEO72ZavarRy5BSa2ZGkvAsjptE6gcdtvdXHYQCoZSyWRshUoG8I8cOQgUuydBRVB3Ltmy1VekPnoXjV4768cPsTVvSPGqbNPlPvy2CVueiPVUA3G44LV-2BglOMPMQAVpKz7JSPWAdTU1IVYUqf7nlgtGLoL7spTQNX8j8RqIdpp2H7f4oq2vaSvEh918UP00oJgBrF-2BLM2rZZ6uYN0WBzPT2MwILZ-2BQA-2FjqsuDrVnWqsu59tWgFAlBeZiyEVE5kfFXZSlr0JMv9lrZQL4vG2OclzQKLWa-2Bh4fDqqzcphOw-2F8ZfJahZ5x7pS-2FMFomRYmy8HePhUM3dM2mlIZMJZRTFkEippFiND3hL7QCi6fQ-3D"><em>Made Just Sew</em></a> (&#x26; <a href="http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuG-2FuqJaIK-2BdNXAlEnLEWf3LGKbseGPEdwR00dqFxnXMgYjgO_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeeucetcERcZKpBdaLOTbKQ99HQEoZjL6sA716sFJxvqxBDgvqPy4wIvV6xdOoJFRzCp1EOlH3V9bIe2ywbL7vhCY1Yk3BrfYZpIjp6hC22KWiORwxpo31MFObv5QaVkSO38mrYgNQk-2BW8x9t4V9GOU9iH9ZO9S5PBXxUC11tJbNaOV0Axg1FQDsGUOINuaBJ3oK-2FduG84RDtmYSYIyISGn1gO0HUHysEqLlDNJK4TW26esLuIBTk3MKhyc-2BF3r6Tve40-2BfsH-2Bs8mb9S9J584mQPcWYdS2bcdQUS46R1kaj8G1mbonf4aCKDN6ELsUl0v9-2FXixfnad17Q0E2EJvMghGrlo0DxtrbXB4loiEqV9c1bscZCLK4q3i5ePBdwcngTiBUae7cLv-2By0M7b2eAo6zffyshSt-2BXWlXGtF5SAM2Jm6l0eocA0AUqEcDgkzFhV3Bo3jO75v17GaWW17N4Tb0Goab82WK1pAzwyj9VJwpbVXKLbQEO72ZavarRy5BSa2ZGkvAsjptE6gcdtvdXHYQCoZSyWRshUoG8I8cOQgUuydBRVB3Ltmy1VekPnoXjV4768cPsTVvSPGqbNPlPvy2CVueiPVUA3G44LV-2BglOMPMQAVpKz7JSPWAdTU1IVYUqf7nlgtGLoL7spTQNX8j8RqIdpp2H7f4oq2vaSvEh918UNJqvhJVpSz9i-2BdmAIOkMOj2FDVe88UJf05bf9NDMWnxz93m-2B-2BvdWp0AtGUDhH49ZJnCURFRNO4ehoB5METWi2cvI0OpaM7HIgyBtJZ70vEN3jEOhxDbQ9bzFFliqZJFq1UmTnV6lz-2F-2FvmR9u0wy-2FUmzploEV07YtEalCtUBxe1Y-3D"><em>Aurifil</em></a>!), Holly Anne of <a href="http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuMH9xfWlDjavLPzvjRwkW-2BZKdIa7jfCML-2F-2FxNAvlIAQWckS6_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeeucetcERcZKpBdaLOTbKQ99HQEoZjL6sA716sFJxvqxBDgvqPy4wIvV6xdOoJFRzCp1EOlH3V9bIe2ywbL7vhCY1Yk3BrfYZpIjp6hC22KWiORwxpo31MFObv5QaVkSO38mrYgNQk-2BW8x9t4V9GOU9iH9ZO9S5PBXxUC11tJbNaOV0Axg1FQDsGUOINuaBJ3oK-2FduG84RDtmYSYIyISGn1gO0HUHysEqLlDNJK4TW26esLuIBTk3MKhyc-2BF3r6Tve40-2BfsH-2Bs8mb9S9J584mQPcWYdS2bcdQUS46R1kaj8G1mbonf4aCKDN6ELsUl0v9-2FXixfnad17Q0E2EJvMghGrlo0DxtrbXB4loiEqV9c1bscZCLK4q3i5ePBdwcngTiBUae7cLv-2By0M7b2eAo6zffyshSt-2BXWlXGtF5SAM2Jm6l0eocA0AUqEcDgkzFhV3Bo3jO75v17GaWW17N4Tb0Goab82WK1pAzwyj9VJwpbVXKLbQEO72ZavarRy5BSa2ZGkvAsjptE6gcdtvdXHYQCoZSyWRshUoG8I8cOQgUuydBRVB3Ltmy1VekPnoXjV4768cPsTVvSPGqbNPlPvy2CVueiPVUA3G44LV-2BglOMPMQAVpKz7JSPWAdTU1IVYUqf7nlgtGLoL7spTQNX8j8RqIdpp2H7f4oq2vaSvEh918Uvieep0cJhwJd0iZUlbwyLpINYVU4Z2EKKruswJmd-2FcCcMtbO5ECuxYsocrx8rH34p7-2BREOmtemlz5Rmdj7iLeBQ1xi88Kdrh41alb315wGMkku12PzJIFHEvSLWVt4G55JDydO1XW045HoEmG8K8oBoydRIE3C0EwOUVgknjuYU-3D"><em>String &#x26; Story</em></a>, and Laura.</p></figcaption></figure></div>

<div><figure><img src="/files/wzjUnb3sPNEBwY7s3zOt" alt=""><figcaption><p>Kristen of <a href="http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuChaYfpQzu1zzTIO-2FhVEdptw6HOGARarGnhGiSb-2F4RJeCHDj_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeeucetcERcZKpBdaLOTbKQ99HQEoZjL6sA716sFJxvqxBDgvqPy4wIvV6xdOoJFRzCp1EOlH3V9bIe2ywbL7vhCY1Yk3BrfYZpIjp6hC22KWiORwxpo31MFObv5QaVkSO38mrYgNQk-2BW8x9t4V9GOU9iH9ZO9S5PBXxUC11tJbNaOV0Axg1FQDsGUOINuaBJ3oK-2FduG84RDtmYSYIyISGn1gO0HUHysEqLlDNJK4TW26esLuIBTk3MKhyc-2BF3r6Tve40-2BfsH-2Bs8mb9S9J584mQPcWYdS2bcdQUS46R1kaj8G1mbonf4aCKDN6ELsUl0v9-2FXixfnad17Q0E2EJvMghGrlo0DxtrbXB4loiEqV9c1bscZCLK4q3i5ePBdwcngTiBUae7cLv-2By0M7b2eAo6zffyshSt-2BXWlXGtF5SAM2Jm6l0eocA0AUqEcDgkzFhV3Bo3jO75v17GaWW17N4Tb0Goab82WK1pAzwyj9VJwpbVXKLbQEO72ZavarRy5BSa2ZGkvAsjptE6gcdtvdXHYQCoZSyWRshUoG8I8cOQgUuydBRVB3Ltmy1VekPnoXjV4768cPsTVvSPGqbNPlPvy2CVueiPVUA3G44LV-2BglOMPMQAVpKz7JSPWAdTU1IVYUqf7nlgtGLoL7spTQNX8j8RqIdpp2H7f4oq2vaSvEh918UbZSwk9Zt-2F8kDlSa5pC5zbDX8wJhz8mvzdLFOsYLThKPCTXwFxxB42V2aUjm5CTYzkfLNRugknAMLdKfT-2BoGohYBlLA202ZOuI3gMC1TlIoVydetnC20ujbl4UZZImWslEj0u2oiRVKZZEqc2VdDSe3sSV4fC28nmyO79r8ceMrw-3D"><em>Scrap Fabric Love</em></a>, Laura, and Tom of <a href="http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuBz9oLX-2Bf2kVnjnqxHo6rfTWYHUINJrloCMV8PcpTTwmR0i-_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeeucetcERcZKpBdaLOTbKQ99HQEoZjL6sA716sFJxvqxBDgvqPy4wIvV6xdOoJFRzCp1EOlH3V9bIe2ywbL7vhCY1Yk3BrfYZpIjp6hC22KWiORwxpo31MFObv5QaVkSO38mrYgNQk-2BW8x9t4V9GOU9iH9ZO9S5PBXxUC11tJbNaOV0Axg1FQDsGUOINuaBJ3oK-2FduG84RDtmYSYIyISGn1gO0HUHysEqLlDNJK4TW26esLuIBTk3MKhyc-2BF3r6Tve40-2BfsH-2Bs8mb9S9J584mQPcWYdS2bcdQUS46R1kaj8G1mbonf4aCKDN6ELsUl0v9-2FXixfnad17Q0E2EJvMghGrlo0DxtrbXB4loiEqV9c1bscZCLK4q3i5ePBdwcngTiBUae7cLv-2By0M7b2eAo6zffyshSt-2BXWlXGtF5SAM2Jm6l0eocA0AUqEcDgkzFhV3Bo3jO75v17GaWW17N4Tb0Goab82WK1pAzwyj9VJwpbVXKLbQEO72ZavarRy5BSa2ZGkvAsjptE6gcdtvdXHYQCoZSyWRshUoG8I8cOQgUuydBRVB3Ltmy1VekPnoXjV4768cPsTVvSPGqbNPlPvy2CVueiPVUA3G44LV-2BglOMPMQAVpKz7JSPWAdTU1IVYUqf7nlgtGLoL7spTQNX8j8RqIdpp2H7f4oq2vaSvEh918Ul8VDFijjGi3PJHQHePPNNhV1k-2B-2BwxIziLg-2FmGULvJtl9jl0LmXUCW3GRlWeqiPUS39b8t-2BoLA4NkfjscByM-2FxmG8-2FXaYmA-2FY70DxJtfpvhaAwR1iDKtXjHQ-2ByTZIt3KdpEDLWf4t1CBDTtGurfLucnFhhfhzvJE8eZ27oHVH9E0-3D"><em>The Colourblind Quilter</em></a>.</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/S2nidn8lDXa3L9EkP84T" alt=""><figcaption><p>Laura with<a href="http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuNQa-2BO-2F9jOjoik3MGtC4s3L7b0X6lbdRrr-2Bcp34tM2oN-2FCOeLBayOsviWTclCuIr7Q-3D-3DKoJl_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeeucetcERcZKpBdaLOTbKQ99HQEoZjL6sA716sFJxvqxBDgvqPy4wIvV6xdOoJFRzCp1EOlH3V9bIe2ywbL7vhCY1Yk3BrfYZpIjp6hC22KWiORwxpo31MFObv5QaVkSO38mrYgNQk-2BW8x9t4V9GOU9iH9ZO9S5PBXxUC11tJbNaOV0Axg1FQDsGUOINuaBJ3oK-2FduG84RDtmYSYIyISGn1gO0HUHysEqLlDNJK4TW26esLuIBTk3MKhyc-2BF3r6Tve40-2BfsH-2Bs8mb9S9J584mQPcWYdS2bcdQUS46R1kaj8G1mbonf4aCKDN6ELsUl0v9-2FXixfnad17Q0E2EJvMghGrlo0DxtrbXB4loiEqV9c1bscZCLK4q3i5ePBdwcngTiBUae7cLv-2By0M7b2eAo6zffyshSt-2BXWlXGtF5SAM2Jm6l0eocA0AUqEcDgkzFhV3Bo3jO75v17GaWW17N4Tb0Goab82WK1pAzwyj9VJwpbVXKLbQEO72ZavarRy5BSa2ZGkvAsjptE6gcdtvdXHYQCoZSyWRshUoG8I8cOQgUuydBRVB3Ltmy1VekPnoXjV4768cPsTVvSPGqbNPlPvy2CVueiPVUA3G44LV-2BglOMPMQAVpKz7JSPWAdTU1IVYUqf7nlgtGLoL7spTQNX8j8RqIdpp2H7f4oq2vaSvEh918UpTwXOKeMEMuhBQOWpNhMOwqRNMzpTzcnu8oRliY7J-2BdMD9FFTnt5NXX3y1SuMBcYAplPh1P9IS2Mmpx24fXe20wIB6-2FASTycgpRGi7aSK331LYHwfHdmvMedYg9wrBH-2Bl49bkWAN5lADpaSSB56t-2BjcXFcb71l2MeNfyyF8lZnc-3D"> <em>The Thread Story</em></a> team!</p></figcaption></figure></div>

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<figure><img src="/files/YaCoUKy93049yDDwH909" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Bojagi samples</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Announcements</mark>

### <mark style="color:blue;">Laura's Teaching Bojagi! // 2025-26</mark>

You might have read my article, [**Bojagi: Embracing a Sense of Self**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuJb8229klZMSFn6XcjtF6Iap7xY48X6KvfLy1Cm8zGkACSRwgxE3Me5AmNkfxUvhwmchbOB17XnnJCfZcYnkMpLeuWzmj9sxImrvFtWuTo6U1IMzS5V9vOYo8AAw-2FY32sVOcJwvnts-2BWhQFp4CTOT1nt6s0spOl8rDTRomqde8VQkrPkC4UFriHzENMwguooovsEwmck6TVs-2FGxgl8iVk18-3DzKBh_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeYChtliaXjXmwGAJOSYK8rO5nK7M6EfPwhzK69iT9ufhqJrJQk4q0escl7HUZFpYjj5Oecnc1NFFioNFDBIBEg9lt7GqJBAlEToeuiDpF9vgxcbQlbJV6RUnXrqlmMXgyznVUs0DmPfmxkaKHUMLE2bs5IP-2Bjsf0-2BhK348nwqlFRNV2N6XvktgN5qMtpzd-2Fen1-2FJAmhE7GpFcHrTCN1d5CEfdhMt0dBTFqNhQOmlmpM-2FzYE06dSO-2FJ7AXXsvvTgHWMOJHsQIGLcDkTzkmcxsYi-2FcNeyYuSg1yVyO5GJT45-2FWe7vND8dpY4xfTsXAA229deIozjx96gGutaJA-2Bzi1BjTOziGOMAgr084kwhxA2jU4zoXtpi57XZlGSdT2HLCm2vxDElw-2Bmyg-2BsqAHsO3hi6yHlYYebGL-2BeklhL7Uz-2BTU2HCUnUHg0zsH4yyr8xihOrGEbzQjfzSkQHns-2FW-2FjTVRyUEZK1tDkCUUmnWzGl3KYZnpDVUYQ5TbPHT3-2BkYBoo4UhV0u1PLNVXmwYejqpGBNS5BcsKDOUD2Vah-2BLB-2FiQmdRu6OSiPSNJz-2FpQXoxlNhdRKgpa-2FivjO6dJiPd80AOhg-2FuaV2wP6vvLQ9HqU-2BmcRVmxDqa-2Brq-2Fg-2BrKbPNDVijtcWIgRGXbtM7cX6Yam9LF7kvbDqS1gDwL9yHd7wB-2B8Wk-2FQiQz4u2XwI4C-2FL8XQl0vzmNrtCBAv565ms58iXs6xPb1lSObOGYvOcmucMqa6KkGZiWg3PlLuxeNLoxbBJirHsWjCWt-2FgNPp-2FBReLYV7bRplhvJRbOcb2whSX0nVi8OdUhC40SvqIfubJXqF-2FG5KJZEuHGSlqnPTZsrfokEnwM-3D), in the 2025 QuiltCon Magazine or this summer's Quilting Arts Magazine. In the article, I was able to share my story of being a Korean-adoptee and how bojagi helped me to feel a bit more tethered to my heritage.

Springboarding off of this, I'm so happy to share that I've been invited to teach 2 Bojagi workshops in the upcoming months - one in Toronto and another on a Korea to Japan cruise with my friend, [**Karen Brown of Just Get It Done Quilts**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuA6kTuucG5gbSz-2F6-2FzQeACJwvenSyy7d9iAnr-2BE1dDx7U0PYG9Om-2Fgby67q5o5scgA-3D-3DPjZo_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeYChtliaXjXmwGAJOSYK8rO5nK7M6EfPwhzK69iT9ufhqJrJQk4q0escl7HUZFpYjj5Oecnc1NFFioNFDBIBEg9lt7GqJBAlEToeuiDpF9vgxcbQlbJV6RUnXrqlmMXgyznVUs0DmPfmxkaKHUMLE2bs5IP-2Bjsf0-2BhK348nwqlFRNV2N6XvktgN5qMtpzd-2Fen1-2FJAmhE7GpFcHrTCN1d5CEfdhMt0dBTFqNhQOmlmpM-2FzYE06dSO-2FJ7AXXsvvTgHWMOJHsQIGLcDkTzkmcxsYi-2FcNeyYuSg1yVyO5GJT45-2FWe7vND8dpY4xfTsXAA229deIozjx96gGutaJA-2Bzi1BjTOziGOMAgr084kwhxA2jU4zoXtpi57XZlGSdT2HLCm2vxDElw-2Bmyg-2BsqAHsO3hi6yHlYYebGL-2BeklhL7Uz-2BTU2HCUnUHg0zsH4yyr8xihOrGEbzQjfzSkQHns-2FW-2FjTVRyUEZK1tDkCUUmnWzGl3KYZnpDVUYQ5TbPHT3-2BkYBoo4UhV0u1PLNVXmwYejqpGBNS5BcsKDOUD2Vah-2BLB-2FiQmdRu6OSiPSNJz-2FpQXoxlNhdRKgpa-2FivjO6dJiPd80AOhg-2FuaV2wP6vvLQ9HqU-2BmcRVmxDqa-2Brq-2Fg-2BrKbPNDVijtcWIgRGXbtM7cX6Yam9LF7kvbDqS1gDwL9yHd7wB-2B8WkMGvzmLmE8u-2FCVG-2FzDpbPFXFgf6pJa9lLlRDX2DHMyFinXZdtGhEt9uAw-2BLgbUnDBglVEbe5GXDOZMv-2FqRENICfUD-2F2ubDoxNH0W3C-2BGb-2FapRylvVJSUquzQvuQTMGZxakvdyWiPwpiBTQW3bOjXvfhXH-2FvEYC8vWfvkvC1oQ1Jc-3D)!

I have also been interviewed by my local-ish quilt shop, [**The Workroom**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuF3A-2FaoPTY62sVMhT1ZO0-2BQ-3DOz3H_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeYChtliaXjXmwGAJOSYK8rO5nK7M6EfPwhzK69iT9ufhqJrJQk4q0escl7HUZFpYjj5Oecnc1NFFioNFDBIBEg9lt7GqJBAlEToeuiDpF9vgxcbQlbJV6RUnXrqlmMXgyznVUs0DmPfmxkaKHUMLE2bs5IP-2Bjsf0-2BhK348nwqlFRNV2N6XvktgN5qMtpzd-2Fen1-2FJAmhE7GpFcHrTCN1d5CEfdhMt0dBTFqNhQOmlmpM-2FzYE06dSO-2FJ7AXXsvvTgHWMOJHsQIGLcDkTzkmcxsYi-2FcNeyYuSg1yVyO5GJT45-2FWe7vND8dpY4xfTsXAA229deIozjx96gGutaJA-2Bzi1BjTOziGOMAgr084kwhxA2jU4zoXtpi57XZlGSdT2HLCm2vxDElw-2Bmyg-2BsqAHsO3hi6yHlYYebGL-2BeklhL7Uz-2BTU2HCUnUHg0zsH4yyr8xihOrGEbzQjfzSkQHns-2FW-2FjTVRyUEZK1tDkCUUmnWzGl3KYZnpDVUYQ5TbPHT3-2BkYBoo4UhV0u1PLNVXmwYejqpGBNS5BcsKDOUD2Vah-2BLB-2FiQmdRu6OSiPSNJz-2FpQXoxlNhdRKgpa-2FivjO6dJiPd80AOhg-2FuaV2wP6vvLQ9HqU-2BmcRVmxDqa-2Brq-2Fg-2BrKbPNDVijtcWIgRGXbtM7cX6Yam9LF7kvbDqS1gDwL9yHd7wB-2B8Wk6vAz129ew7LLgzlS6G9FnIbANvMn4rfDDt8cN7R3mzQtFTFijFEtrJoJsXnJTh9QgeyN4xPJOueb9nBD4-2FBjAfLI3392cGDpanyQ6HEBhA-2BZD-2BwlOOjtfPRSNIfj43ma1OB-2Fj5dVKanWUMYPFZMvhXG8rrTz3wqyQ-2BmiJW-2BiEJ4-3D), for their [The Person Behind series](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuBq4qL29JiQOVP3NalyYSDFejFisEGrJUx7pMNI7kElV6COpAG-2Fb7CWwWtsJlNmK9dKZYx838Zq-2BTcaLK2DSmgZTzoO3m9wIXZYcPUOBse0FYjkZqtb4RuUAVnvPPc59ww-3D-3DTxBt_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeYChtliaXjXmwGAJOSYK8rO5nK7M6EfPwhzK69iT9ufhqJrJQk4q0escl7HUZFpYjj5Oecnc1NFFioNFDBIBEg9lt7GqJBAlEToeuiDpF9vgxcbQlbJV6RUnXrqlmMXgyznVUs0DmPfmxkaKHUMLE2bs5IP-2Bjsf0-2BhK348nwqlFRNV2N6XvktgN5qMtpzd-2Fen1-2FJAmhE7GpFcHrTCN1d5CEfdhMt0dBTFqNhQOmlmpM-2FzYE06dSO-2FJ7AXXsvvTgHWMOJHsQIGLcDkTzkmcxsYi-2FcNeyYuSg1yVyO5GJT45-2FWe7vND8dpY4xfTsXAA229deIozjx96gGutaJA-2Bzi1BjTOziGOMAgr084kwhxA2jU4zoXtpi57XZlGSdT2HLCm2vxDElw-2Bmyg-2BsqAHsO3hi6yHlYYebGL-2BeklhL7Uz-2BTU2HCUnUHg0zsH4yyr8xihOrGEbzQjfzSkQHns-2FW-2FjTVRyUEZK1tDkCUUmnWzGl3KYZnpDVUYQ5TbPHT3-2BkYBoo4UhV0u1PLNVXmwYejqpGBNS5BcsKDOUD2Vah-2BLB-2FiQmdRu6OSiPSNJz-2FpQXoxlNhdRKgpa-2FivjO6dJiPd80AOhg-2FuaV2wP6vvLQ9HqU-2BmcRVmxDqa-2Brq-2Fg-2BrKbPNDVijtcWIgRGXbtM7cX6Yam9LF7kvbDqS1gDwL9yHd7wB-2B8WkG3V0yZgFUQkn2aP9wT2tTbXpzdPK9wmnZz9JOsziSxLWpaXkfSAwnpYZqgMrk926F4kmff32UN1vHICJZCvP9n5zWBY8E8oLMCgBgjzbBh4AACHT57ziae28gc6X7zv9XduaIcNI-2FXuuU0HLaxrQH63WZQWFAL6dVMY4DewnLXs-3D). It was wonderful to get to reflect on my quilts and how Korean bojagi has inspired my work.

Here's the information, I'd love to take this adventure with you!

**November 08, 2025** // [Contemporary Textile Studio Co-Op](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuLcMXNcBijt5pV-2FmSUHgQ4zbRiC5dzvUwcwPSusEbtXAm8ti2S9aDDsptpk9YCm0gnqmJ-2FYdset6Twb4r3sr9EQ-3DSlcE_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeYChtliaXjXmwGAJOSYK8rO5nK7M6EfPwhzK69iT9ufhqJrJQk4q0escl7HUZFpYjj5Oecnc1NFFioNFDBIBEg9lt7GqJBAlEToeuiDpF9vgxcbQlbJV6RUnXrqlmMXgyznVUs0DmPfmxkaKHUMLE2bs5IP-2Bjsf0-2BhK348nwqlFRNV2N6XvktgN5qMtpzd-2Fen1-2FJAmhE7GpFcHrTCN1d5CEfdhMt0dBTFqNhQOmlmpM-2FzYE06dSO-2FJ7AXXsvvTgHWMOJHsQIGLcDkTzkmcxsYi-2FcNeyYuSg1yVyO5GJT45-2FWe7vND8dpY4xfTsXAA229deIozjx96gGutaJA-2Bzi1BjTOziGOMAgr084kwhxA2jU4zoXtpi57XZlGSdT2HLCm2vxDElw-2Bmyg-2BsqAHsO3hi6yHlYYebGL-2BeklhL7Uz-2BTU2HCUnUHg0zsH4yyr8xihOrGEbzQjfzSkQHns-2FW-2FjTVRyUEZK1tDkCUUmnWzGl3KYZnpDVUYQ5TbPHT3-2BkYBoo4UhV0u1PLNVXmwYejqpGBNS5BcsKDOUD2Vah-2BLB-2FiQmdRu6OSiPSNJz-2FpQXoxlNhdRKgpa-2FivjO6dJiPd80AOhg-2FuaV2wP6vvLQ9HqU-2BmcRVmxDqa-2Brq-2Fg-2BrKbPNDVijtcWIgRGXbtM7cX6Yam9LF7kvbDqS1gDwL9yHd7wB-2B8Wk8dlj0Ga5ViwWqxrHcQf7WIvw6apokXs-2B-2FknPTMpnGLXiTf2Ioma0F-2BcJG60CmnTep5jSPlDKv6fmiRyfU0rOIqBmfyEu52H8NhrAwAywVV-2F2ZCkYY-2BRfOh6PFIOceoEkqNxdofCrm63woEcOJh3YUcdN2JfHolcF0sxahWTh-2BU8-3D) // Toronto, Canada

**May 26-June 07, 2026** // [The Best of Japan Cruise](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuA6kTuucG5gbSz-2F6-2FzQeACJwvenSyy7d9iAnr-2BE1dDx7U0PYG9Om-2Fgby67q5o5scgA-3D-3DtHO9_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeYChtliaXjXmwGAJOSYK8rO5nK7M6EfPwhzK69iT9ufhqJrJQk4q0escl7HUZFpYjj5Oecnc1NFFioNFDBIBEg9lt7GqJBAlEToeuiDpF9vgxcbQlbJV6RUnXrqlmMXgyznVUs0DmPfmxkaKHUMLE2bs5IP-2Bjsf0-2BhK348nwqlFRNV2N6XvktgN5qMtpzd-2Fen1-2FJAmhE7GpFcHrTCN1d5CEfdhMt0dBTFqNhQOmlmpM-2FzYE06dSO-2FJ7AXXsvvTgHWMOJHsQIGLcDkTzkmcxsYi-2FcNeyYuSg1yVyO5GJT45-2FWe7vND8dpY4xfTsXAA229deIozjx96gGutaJA-2Bzi1BjTOziGOMAgr084kwhxA2jU4zoXtpi57XZlGSdT2HLCm2vxDElw-2Bmyg-2BsqAHsO3hi6yHlYYebGL-2BeklhL7Uz-2BTU2HCUnUHg0zsH4yyr8xihOrGEbzQjfzSkQHns-2FW-2FjTVRyUEZK1tDkCUUmnWzGl3KYZnpDVUYQ5TbPHT3-2BkYBoo4UhV0u1PLNVXmwYejqpGBNS5BcsKDOUD2Vah-2BLB-2FiQmdRu6OSiPSNJz-2FpQXoxlNhdRKgpa-2FivjO6dJiPd80AOhg-2FuaV2wP6vvLQ9HqU-2BmcRVmxDqa-2Brq-2Fg-2BrKbPNDVijtcWIgRGXbtM7cX6Yam9LF7kvbDqS1gDwL9yHd7wB-2B8WksLmPOhsfG03YjnO1pPa3ypNZq6EB-2FUWzZWVd3LBls-2Bty9MO0BAV7VpvYGFLlXbKCTzUn3PzX2dPeVGttsffUooMf2RfOmiQ6FLKwFdWx2XO1InC0-2BHjSoossaTxUgqzZBJVL-2BMlGT7ON7scSAdBbeR-2FhLVJaLodFtiY1ZpjGQ20-3D) // Seoul, Korea to Tokyo, Japan

### <mark style="color:blue;">QuiltCon 2026 Sponsors // February 19-22, 2026</mark>

We're proud to be sponsoring my favorite quilt show on earth, [**QuiltCon**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuLcrXFktjJg5vVG6BMrBFfk1RnTLjnzMStOidSHGLQrCBd0EMLETNJqNskarJxg5TArmUbkb1QTIvUfTdEq4EaM-3DqUXx_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeeucetcERcZKpBdaLOTbKQ99HQEoZjL6sA716sFJxvqxBDgvqPy4wIvV6xdOoJFRzCp1EOlH3V9bIe2ywbL7vhCY1Yk3BrfYZpIjp6hC22KWiORwxpo31MFObv5QaVkSO38mrYgNQk-2BW8x9t4V9GOU9iH9ZO9S5PBXxUC11tJbNaOV0Axg1FQDsGUOINuaBJ3oK-2FduG84RDtmYSYIyISGn1gO0HUHysEqLlDNJK4TW26esLuIBTk3MKhyc-2BF3r6Tve40-2BfsH-2Bs8mb9S9J584mQPcWYdS2bcdQUS46R1kaj8G1mbonf4aCKDN6ELsUl0v9-2FXixfnad17Q0E2EJvMghGrlo0DxtrbXB4loiEqV9c1bscZCLK4q3i5ePBdwcngTiBUae7cLv-2By0M7b2eAo6zffyshSt-2BXWlXGtF5SAM2Jm6l0eocA0AUqEcDgkzFhV3Bo3jO75v17GaWW17N4Tb0Goab82WK1pAzwyj9VJwpbVXKLbQEO72ZavarRy5BSa2ZGkvAsjptE6gcdtvdXHYQCoZSyWRshUoG8I8cOQgUuydBRVB3Ltmy1VekPnoXjV4768cPsTVvSPGqbNPlPvy2CVueiPVUA3G44LV-2BglOMPMQAVpKz7JSPWAdTU1IVYUqf7nlgtGLoL7spTQNX8j8RqIdpp2H7f4oq2vaSvEh918UYgN-2FIHHfSLBGbtAiX7rBFI-2FUQKdYnBfheBz8-2FGXerNFELhgfD-2BOdot61byntG-2F-2BhxpHG538UT3Ua5-2BGZ9VERdOVIvCEcEeY-2Fa1ZbDHLpLGY5B5WCBjHjJkvF1gqT-2BPQZLFqnSNz7oEVDjLleRmc-2B2CsCnlKJH-2B-2BCze4cTwmWAgI-3D), for the fourth year in a row. We have decided not to vend this year (mostly because our boys need to stay in school), but I'll be there walking around and doing a demo on the MQG stage. Hope to see you there!

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<figure><img src="/files/PqcwSw1vJiEvfTnMOp2U" alt=""><figcaption><p>Laura at the Do Ho Suh exhibit at the Tate Modern (Photo credit: Finley Liu)</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">A Note from Laura</mark>

I would like to thank the universe for the timing of [**Do Ho Suh's current exhibition, Walk the House, at the Tate Modern**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuGpCQHH1uau6I5-2BbETGEnXsTM4hFZNEm-2FvfMeVB29DNuiwjIcJXdfYbrJaaejBS-2FoojP4XPbcMlEt0xSZbke9hxTq2uQpEw1ZzOpF-2FJQudbttXOO_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGeeucetcERcZKpBdaLOTbKQ99HQEoZjL6sA716sFJxvqxBDgvqPy4wIvV6xdOoJFRzCp1EOlH3V9bIe2ywbL7vhCY1Yk3BrfYZpIjp6hC22KWiORwxpo31MFObv5QaVkSO38mrYgNQk-2BW8x9t4V9GOU9iH9ZO9S5PBXxUC11tJbNaOV0Axg1FQDsGUOINuaBJ3oK-2FduG84RDtmYSYIyISGn1gO0HUHysEqLlDNJK4TW26esLuIBTk3MKhyc-2BF3r6Tve40-2BfsH-2Bs8mb9S9J584mQPcWYdS2bcdQUS46R1kaj8G1mbonf4aCKDN6ELsUl0v9-2FXixfnad17Q0E2EJvMghGrlo0DxtrbXB4loiEqV9c1bscZCLK4q3i5ePBdwcngTiBUae7cLv-2By0M7b2eAo6zffyshSt-2BXWlXGtF5SAM2Jm6l0eocA0AUqEcDgkzFhV3Bo3jO75v17GaWW17N4Tb0Goab82WK1pAzwyj9VJwpbVXKLbQEO72ZavarRy5BSa2ZGkvAsjptE6gcdtvdXHYQCoZSyWRshUoG8I8cOQgUuydBRVB3Ltmy1VekPnoXjV4768cPsTVvSPGqbNPlPvy2CVueiPVUA3G44LV-2BglOMPMQAVpKz7JSPWAdTU1IVYUqf7nlgtGLoL7spTQNX8j8RqIdpp2H7f4oq2vaSvEh918UID6wS5vZlJIXCOool-2BLNorxg7oVt8J5BaVnRYbMdIahbl6F7sHVgfp4PJt3zmioD-2B2utACzKf2FiWCaY5S-2BtUTezfXqDrRV0zgCBR44WtXf1ZV-2BON3bN3saOMTu8pRZ38AJqJhpHiy69QKvOn9lOIxUzfVPlLyh-2Fvjk0v1S-2FQr8-3D) in London. I saw a reel of his show on Instagram (while doom scrolling, as one does) and I cannot tell you how ecstatic I was to learn that I would be able to see it while in the UK for The Festival of Quilts.

I loved the scale of his pieces and all the organza, of course. But what is also just known as I walked the show, is that these pieces all took time. Lots of it. And for the impatient maker in me, it was a great reminder to slow down and make something meaningful, even if it will take a long, long time.

So, if you're lucky enough to be in London sometime before the end of October, maybe check out Do Ho Suh's show. And if you're not, then maybe start something meaningful without constraints.


# September 2025 | Different Sized Blocks

Design with different sized blocks

<figure><img src="/files/PWT6H8lNmONbZHECL0js" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Quilt with different sized blocks (using <a href="http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuLNN6Nja9nzoiNmWxro6V0hyMvrwx4Vt1sSihLY6xtXyoeMJ_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGecbMW17DTtbL7H4-2FDaDAq2TLa5EM5VcukZ-2FdwjoGVLuedhukO-2F3ERATvEnBnQZPAX58m2oetUVuFgFffKncO-2B3G2p51mLLaduGOZoJiqn-2FyUZTCmt6c6T7PZPN6VsGVJtOTulBDONEWoXttf6kufKCCA-2Bg8LjBAKyKtMmshwUPm7VmbfvqSzq7zjb4vx9KgZ7RbWG77ug51gS96G1-2FmGQZnMSovFF5j-2FmXjQ-2B91wZqsLlDFpcOS9a6jzq2JugX5GBymElV5G9e2zKARw2Ul8sJcK33htyMU-2FwTFqhIg1LRHEJAeLJqmhe1Q5Hb4q8sQZBIwnZCzQ0wk78jt5IzH1vrTxI-2BiCWMzHyHCQAiER8piTTiIN8JURdyKo-2B-2Bs588hu5ydfhB8yx6T1HNpd7VkiPYfaEXrhmw9bMhg4ig0xJmEjTpxphyfQIW8gr0uv9CwNnwydeULy9ZzdlKRWXEwo5UC9K87OLoowrpe8zrqUiMRhQZsirH41WywbMjLK1KH-2Bl9UG48Pe9KO1gToReA72pW-2FNxUxQ-2FjbPnzRiBT8cEUrPjTK1qy3yeoWUFJA-2F9Ze-2BLm2q1dKZevgKxYuDbdZu6XDysvVTDpXVjOP7stc8mFxdw2aIFN2-2FSYm7YsG0i1sIeSSxrHsLoCNsAkEnQmL7lNgZaxkN9OymyvrEP5RNR3GuQSS1qxsQjy-2FuIjCKEF-2BKGv-2FTChhXD18SGt0xW-2BjJeK2pIovC-2FWlF7hyP4lWG2FMLKI-2BsFfPkxXyxJR4yz0ydq4XiuG-2B1Q-2FOY13MS2Eyqzq14hTPGXd-2B3AixjeoMd2VnDVl9h-2F9xQt7IuqyqCTqoA-2BFQDqugbfCUIjJ7CEwau2oE-3D"><em>Ruby Star Society</em></a> fabrics).</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Design with Different Sized Quilt Blocks</mark>

I usually like to create a written Help Guide whenever we get a question from a customer. But I especially try and get one created when we get the same question a few times.

Last week we got a couple of emails asking if it was possible to make a quilt using different sized quilt blocks. The answer is **YES** and there are a couple of different ways to do this.

You can create different sized quilt blocks by (1) merging smaller block cells together or (2) resizing the columns and rows in the quilt grid.

I figured some of you might also be wondering if this is possible. You can check out the **Help Guides** below to walk you through how to do this and hit the ground running on your own quilts featuring different sized quilt blocks!

Happy PreQuilting!

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="image">Cover image</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Merging Block Cells</strong></td><td><a href="https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-101/all-about-quilt-blocks/different-sized-quilt-blocks/merging-block-cells">https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-101/all-about-quilt-blocks/different-sized-quilt-blocks/merging-block-cells</a></td><td><a href="/files/VSh3GPwkDVnaGImbgl3G">/files/VSh3GPwkDVnaGImbgl3G</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Resizing Columns &#x26; Rows</strong></td><td><a href="https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-101/all-about-quilt-blocks/different-sized-quilt-blocks/resizing-columns-and-rows">https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-101/all-about-quilt-blocks/different-sized-quilt-blocks/resizing-columns-and-rows</a></td><td><a href="/files/4NPrp6qKScb8JtFDt0fa">/files/4NPrp6qKScb8JtFDt0fa</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Create a Quilt with Differnt Sized Blocks</strong></td><td><a href="https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-101/all-about-quilt-blocks/different-sized-quilt-blocks/create-a-quilt-with-different-sized-blocks">https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-101/all-about-quilt-blocks/different-sized-quilt-blocks/create-a-quilt-with-different-sized-blocks</a></td><td><a href="/files/L2zWGQh5UcBToMXSzaPt">/files/L2zWGQh5UcBToMXSzaPt</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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<figure><img src="/files/iPHZY8NDo0rfV535qUB6" alt=""><figcaption><p>Photo credit: Kazuo Nakamura, Northern Forest, 1954. © Art Gallery of Ontario. 2008/237</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">A Note from Laura</mark>

I still haven't found my sewjo yet (new suggested lyrics for U2). Every once in a while I'll get to wanting to make a shirt or make an attempt on some pants. But then I think of all the work I'd have to do to even get to the cutting part and my motivation peters out. Do any of you have any words of wisdom on how to overcome the overwhelm of getting started?

In the meantime, I've started participating in some neighborhood ukulele jams. I'm not good by any means, but it's nice to get outside the house, grab a Coca-Cola, and just attempt to play all the notes. I don't think anyone else is good enough to notice how bad I am! I get the same relaxing peace from playing the uke as I do sewing (sans desk cleanup and musical office furniture). I have found it helps lift my mood and get my out of my head.

I was also gifted an annual pass to the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) and meandered with my friend through the various exhibits. My favorite was [**Kazuo Nakamura's&#x20;*****Northern Forest*****.**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuJeuLIG0ggzIKOI8Vr2L-2Fis-3DuxOI_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGecbMW17DTtbL7H4-2FDaDAq2TLa5EM5VcukZ-2FdwjoGVLuedhukO-2F3ERATvEnBnQZPAX58m2oetUVuFgFffKncO-2B3G2p51mLLaduGOZoJiqn-2FyUZTCmt6c6T7PZPN6VsGVJtOTulBDONEWoXttf6kufKCCA-2Bg8LjBAKyKtMmshwUPm7VmbfvqSzq7zjb4vx9KgZ7RbWG77ug51gS96G1-2FmGQZnMSovFF5j-2FmXjQ-2B91wZqsLlDFpcOS9a6jzq2JugX5GBymElV5G9e2zKARw2Ul8sJcK33htyMU-2FwTFqhIg1LRHEJAeLJqmhe1Q5Hb4q8sQZBIwnZCzQ0wk78jt5IzH1vrTxI-2BiCWMzHyHCQAiER8piTTiIN8JURdyKo-2B-2Bs588hu5ydfhB8yx6T1HNpd7VkiPYfaEXrhmw9bMhg4ig0xJmEjTpxphyfQIW8gr0uv9CwNnwydeULy9ZzdlKRWXEwo5UC9K87OLoowrpe8zrqUiMRhQZsirH41WywbMjLK1KH-2Bl9UG48Pe9KO1gToReA72pW-2FNxUxQ-2FjbPnzRiBT8cEUrPjTK1qy3yeoWUFJA-2F9Ze-2BLm2q1dKZevgKxYuDbdZu6XDysvVTDpXVjOP7stc8mFxdw2aIFN2-2FSYm7YsG0i1sIeSSxrHsLoCNsAkEnQmL7lNgZaxkN9OymyvrEP5RNR3GuUgr5dqyDMIdljgjA4O9VdBPuge8vl8iByAncy9Sa5-2FiCfpYHD-2FaWEl52jqWp7QuwYvoL3mjwH25TUCmWeFb6wzZhCoaamAvV9Dwajr9qJBbwLKfL-2BPpp1tVC9g1sMRuUWxyCx-2FrF8cjEv2JF7Kv-2FRRpTLP-2B6fCBnU1Y3qX4cu5k-3D)[ ](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuGpCQHH1uau6I5-2BbETGEnXsTM4hFZNEm-2FvfMeVB29DNuiwjIcJXdfYbrJaaejBS-2FoojP4XPbcMlEt0xSZbke9hxTq2uQpEw1ZzOpF-2FJQudbtgk4F_xdUTvUhIjWlSJgufBblllxpCgdW-2Beh1kclB4-2Bs5YBM2qtNg1c-2BOv-2B3DkM9mjmgL6iaNDCIdUePnckQ0qskAOg9lfCQyVc-2BXJakd5mqzaG-2Fa1NmeCxcqmk6xQQgLDXxBvvC30tKL04s-2BrMUQUhvKGecbMW17DTtbL7H4-2FDaDAq2TLa5EM5VcukZ-2FdwjoGVLuedhukO-2F3ERATvEnBnQZPAX58m2oetUVuFgFffKncO-2B3G2p51mLLaduGOZoJiqn-2FyUZTCmt6c6T7PZPN6VsGVJtOTulBDONEWoXttf6kufKCCA-2Bg8LjBAKyKtMmshwUPm7VmbfvqSzq7zjb4vx9KgZ7RbWG77ug51gS96G1-2FmGQZnMSovFF5j-2FmXjQ-2B91wZqsLlDFpcOS9a6jzq2JugX5GBymElV5G9e2zKARw2Ul8sJcK33htyMU-2FwTFqhIg1LRHEJAeLJqmhe1Q5Hb4q8sQZBIwnZCzQ0wk78jt5IzH1vrTxI-2BiCWMzHyHCQAiER8piTTiIN8JURdyKo-2B-2Bs588hu5ydfhB8yx6T1HNpd7VkiPYfaEXrhmw9bMhg4ig0xJmEjTpxphyfQIW8gr0uv9CwNnwydeULy9ZzdlKRWXEwo5UC9K87OLoowrpe8zrqUiMRhQZsirH41WywbMjLK1KH-2Bl9UG48Pe9KO1gToReA72pW-2FNxUxQ-2FjbPnzRiBT8cEUrPjTK1qy3yeoWUFJA-2F9Ze-2BLm2q1dKZevgKxYuDbdZu6XDysvVTDpXVjOP7stc8mFxdw2aIFN2-2FSYm7YsG0i1sIeSSxrHsLoCNsAkEnQmL7lNgZaxkN9OymyvrEP5RNR3GuBio6F3o-2FWs3qrXKCY1Q-2B9EASbhv6WB5TCnahaM9P6kt5gsuSPCU6OrV9rWi10mECWdLulf7T0xdvuxJCe6mQ-2B9vzZ1sYvXOYbl7LfDgZK9vnvKtYosHK2c9-2FIU2KYomgg0hmLVPSGZd5zDD8tzRANJWZXbCUZwmG-2FMOHEdSMoa0-3D)I loved how the subtle pooling of the paint from the scraper creates a visual break between the different patches of color. It made me wonder how I might be able to manipulate fabrics' natural physical attributes and use it as a design feature.

I hope this pause and rest isn't a time of nothing, but rather a banking of ideas and a charging of my battery. And that I'll find the energy to just get started sewing and quilting again soon, free from expectations and timelines. I hope you are all out there happily banking, charging, or making!


# 2024

Blog posts from 2024

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="files"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>January 2024</strong></td><td>Use Your Stash</td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/1HYmnDYYbTmHHD5dLjPE">/pages/1HYmnDYYbTmHHD5dLjPE</a></td><td><a href="/files/XJfEGAMLzLc4kHqspD8i">/files/XJfEGAMLzLc4kHqspD8i</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>February 2024</strong></td><td>QuiltCon</td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/s7UCv7nDe0Ji2ghXLkOj">/pages/s7UCv7nDe0Ji2ghXLkOj</a></td><td><a href="/files/yT2rsicmWtT68TYCH7q3">/files/yT2rsicmWtT68TYCH7q3</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>April 2024</strong></td><td>Burnout</td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/PV14ZHLTDN6CK37IlNGB">/pages/PV14ZHLTDN6CK37IlNGB</a></td><td><a href="/files/05TfKdqwwa3s98lybAYP">/files/05TfKdqwwa3s98lybAYP</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>July 2024</strong></td><td>Paper Coloring Pages</td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/9Hkj8A71OA7jZAndPOdD">/pages/9Hkj8A71OA7jZAndPOdD</a></td><td><a href="/files/JsAsuzwyAfgp0O3JPm2k">/files/JsAsuzwyAfgp0O3JPm2k</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>August 2024</strong></td><td>Block Randomization</td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/rI8Xqhda8lAsPbahqhZJ">/pages/rI8Xqhda8lAsPbahqhZJ</a></td><td><a href="/files/yHbC1xqkCZWlzu9VzMDg">/files/yHbC1xqkCZWlzu9VzMDg</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>September 2024</strong></td><td>Gift of PreQuilt</td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/2hj6TFCvTTkCWl2Tgqnc">/pages/2hj6TFCvTTkCWl2Tgqnc</a></td><td><a href="/files/MP8tZNQ9AsOmJoBAw2Fu">/files/MP8tZNQ9AsOmJoBAw2Fu</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>October 2024</strong></td><td>Then Came June</td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/pH8eaZQcY8fRQQNjMFsi">/pages/pH8eaZQcY8fRQQNjMFsi</a></td><td><a href="/files/yuGwi8tGtKs80gzxgcHW">/files/yuGwi8tGtKs80gzxgcHW</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>December 2024</strong></td><td>NEW! Fabric Calculator</td><td></td><td><a href="/pages/f5eLUWgOE2EohTekS8Sz">/pages/f5eLUWgOE2EohTekS8Sz</a></td><td><a href="/files/xgeqvidDFm6Jwa6NaY1Y">/files/xgeqvidDFm6Jwa6NaY1Y</a></td></tr></tbody></table>


# January 2024 | Use Your Stash

Happy New Year // Use Your Stash via PreQuilt Fabric Pulls

<figure><img src="/files/XJfEGAMLzLc4kHqspD8i" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p><em>Inventorying my Stash // Physical color cards are super useful!</em></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Hello 2024!</mark>

Hello there! It's hard to believe that we're already halfway through January! I find that with the new year comes a flurry of kickoffs - BOMs, quiltalongs, and resolutions. Are you joining any of the fun? Have you made any resolutions this year?

I don't tend to make resolutions anymore. This is mostly because I have found over the past years that I set myself up for failure by not having very realistic expectations, which isn't very self-loving, now is it? But I have started setting a goal or two for myself at the beginning of each year, somethings to work towards.

Last year, I wanted to become a runner. Hard to define, but to me, a runner is someone who WANTS to run. And for the most part, I think I met that goal somewhere in 2023. What really motivated me was that I was diagnosed with high blood pressure and the doc hit me with 30 minutes of HIIT cardio a day and less salt. I've found that running isn't very HIIT oriented, so I also jump the rope to get my heart rate looking like a stegosaurus. Also, geeking out about data has also helped (thank you Garmin & Strava).

This year, I'd like to use fabrics only from my stash. Why? All this fabric I have accumulated over the last 12+ years is starting to make me feel anxious. Can anyone else relate? Yes, I do feel a little guilty sometimes. And yes, I do have a very hard time using the precious fabrics. But mostly, something that brought me so much joy is starting to make me feel anxious and overwhelmed.

I can't use my stash though, if I don't know what's in it. Over the past few days I have been inventorying my fabric, which are mostly solids, and I now know what and how much of it I have. Yes, this was pretty taxing and overwhelming - but more importantly I feel empowered with a strong starting foundation of knowing what I have.

My favorite teacher at OCAD used to repeat to us -- "Hope is not a strategy." But now with an inventory and tools, I have both hope and a strategy. Here are my insights:

1. Know what you have - Inventory your fabric.
2. Limit your planning to what you have - Use [<mark style="color:blue;">**PreQuilt's Fabric Pull feature**</mark>](#how-to-create-a-fabric-pull-in-prequilt)!
3. Improvise! - Use substitutions or make limitation a design feature.

I'll be documenting my making using my stash on my personal IG account (@[commonwealthquilts](https://www.instagram.com/p/C1-SqjXJe1E/)), so if you're interested, please come join me there to see how I fare.&#x20;

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## <mark style="color:blue;">How to Create a Fabric Pull in PreQuilt</mark>

A <mark style="color:blue;">**Fabric Pull**</mark> in PreQuilt is a collection of fabrics that is curated by you! This fabric pull can be composed of both solids and prints and can be pulled from any color card.

Once you have a fabric pull created in PreQuilt, you can then use it as a color card when previewing or randomizing in PreQuilt! This is a great way to limit your planning to what you have and I've already used my custom fabric pull (that reflects my fabric stash) multiple times this year. It's helping me feel empowered and optimistic that I'll be able to use what I have to make all the beautiful quilts.

### <mark style="color:blue;">01 | Create a Fabric Pull</mark>

1. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**FABRIC PULL**</mark> tab at the top of your dashboard.

   <figure><img src="/files/8HlJ61nM3X9G5tQdqSMU" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
2. Click on <mark style="color:blue;">**Create Fabric Pull**</mark> button.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/7KTR8g6iQYAZoVcglopp" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
3. A pop-up window will appear.

   <figure><img src="/files/EkMAIvRKdRrSCyvaSzCb" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

   * The left box is where the preloaded solid color cards and your printed fabrics are viewable.
   * The right box will showcase the fabrics you are pulling. You can give this pull a name.
   * Note: You are not moving any fabric swatches, but rather just creating a digital representation of a group of fabrics.
4. Select the <mark style="color:blue;">**fabric manufacturer from the dropdown menu**</mark>. In this example, I'm pulling from Free Spirit.

   <figure><img src="/files/vbpMhc9splIcG15YGVvj" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
5. Click on all the <mark style="color:blue;">**color card swatches**</mark> that you would like to add to your fabric pull.

   <figure><img src="/files/VvVmBZgbpnX82FAG7sKq" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

   * Once selected, a copy of the color swatch will be added to your fabric pull in the right box. In this example, I added Cornflower.
6. To add printed fabric swatches, click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Fabrics**</mark> tab and click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Select**</mark> button under your printed fabric swatch.

   <figure><img src="/files/JBTXimA2wAipP0dbQGfg" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
7. Repeat steps 4-6 until all fabric swatches are added to the fabric pull. Once finished, click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Save**</mark> button.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/YYXMEXUhlWzPvB9nwkQF" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
8. You can now see your new fabric pull on your Fabric Pull dashboard.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/8Y8GBGhlfBdJ9lljbsy7" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

***

### <mark style="color:blue;">02 | Edit / Reorder a Fabric Pull</mark>

It's easy to delete, add, or reorder digital fabric swatches after you create one.

#### a | Delete a Fabric Swatch

1. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Edit Palette**</mark> button for your fabric pull.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/rRiWUwf1YZ1rLYPaNyx5" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
2. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**toggle button**</mark> so that it's set to '*Click to Delete*'.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/d93nJWhl2BE26mSEMawc" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
3. <mark style="color:blue;">**Click on the swatches**</mark> you want to delete. They will be removed.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/m2WFRbR0Pwvh4QzD847N" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Before</em></p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/FbEp2WDw4FiwfzxiEgRa" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>After</em></p></figcaption></figure></div>
4. Once finished, click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Save**</mark> button once finished deleting swatches.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/aT1Wi5RsYwP5pqYGpwZ5" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

#### b | Add a Fabric Swatch

1. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Edit Palette**</mark> button for your fabric pull.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/lJqCrZOoUXBuH0T2Fnmf" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
2. Select the <mark style="color:blue;">**fabric manufacturer from the dropdown menu**</mark>. In this example, I'm pulling from Free Spirit.

   <figure><img src="/files/1HUjvE95KBCEvpAsjFR0" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
3. Click on all the <mark style="color:blue;">**swatches**</mark> that you would like to add to your fabric pull.
4. Repeat steps 2-3 until all fabric swatches are added to the fabric pull. Once finished, click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Save**</mark> button.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/9skMa0vdJDe9R1PGnrNh" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

#### c | Reorder Fabric Swatches

1. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Edit Palette**</mark> button for your fabric pull.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/9wKhDVi5evkXpZxRwIDG" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
2. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**toggle button**</mark> so that it's set to '*Click and Drag to Reorder*'.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/2dLTg5QlkBoqn3G4uv6m" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
3. <mark style="color:blue;">**Click and hold**</mark> on a swatch on your fabric pull and <mark style="color:blue;">**drag**</mark> it to its new location.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/RvGlF8Wsb6Fg18rKlkDc" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Before</em></p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/AOqVUitbUNgrNtTaHRJU" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>After</em></p></figcaption></figure></div>
4. They are now reordered as desired.&#x20;
5. Once finished, click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Save**</mark> button.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/yr2F8jIp7fsbN4rHe52c" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

***

### <mark style="color:blue;">03 | Use Fabric Pull in PreQuilt</mark>

There are 2 different ways you can use a custom fabric pull in PreQuilt:

1. As a Collection Color Card
2. Filtering for Randomizing
   1. In your own quilt
   2. On a digital coloring page

#### a | Collection Color Card

To view your fabric pull in PreQuilt, you can select it as a collection when editing a Fabric Link.

1. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**FABRIC LINKS**</mark> tab on the left side control panel.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/KduDT7fRgAuBqYGAeRUD" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
2. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Edit**</mark> button for the Fabric Link you would like to edit.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/5GmPdVCP9mzH74B6aou3" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
3. A pop-up will slide in. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**dropdown menu**</mark> for fabric collections and <mark style="color:blue;">**select**</mark> your desired fabric pull (you will need to scroll to the bottom).

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/lAKzUVrpUMRHXjZT0h2t" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
4. Now only fabrics from my fabric pull are visible for selection and use.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/3Q2YOF66n27ZPThGk5wN" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

#### b | Randomizing Your Quilt Design

You can limit what fabrics PreQuilt uses when it randomizes by assigning a specific fabric pull or fabric collection. This is a great feature for planning using only fabrics you have!

1. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**RANDOMIZE**</mark> tab on the left side control panel.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/aY9YxvAmwJrNcS1yZIc0" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
2. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**3 dots**</mark> button (<img src="/files/2tCkB5Pd5Qmbp8YxguFs" alt="" data-size="line">) next to the Color Button.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/tUjwNrJVYzch1rAn4qIm" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
3. Select <mark style="color:blue;">**Randomize using your Fabric Pull**</mark>.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/YIRO9wO63yNQXVuLh3py" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
4. A pop-up will open. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Select**</mark> button associated with your desired fabric pull/collection.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/W7riJ57zH8JoYlWvpHvK" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
5. Now, when you randomize fabrics, it will only use options available in the assigned fabric pull.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/vrBixUjrYNyydavZSj7T" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Laura's Fabric Stash will be used</em></p></figcaption></figure></div>

#### c | Randomizing on a Digital Coloring Page

You can also filter or limit the randomizer even when you're using a digital coloring page on PreQuilt.

1. Go to the desired <mark style="color:blue;">**digital coloring page**</mark>. In this example, I'm working on Shannon Fraser's [Little Forest BOM coloring page](https://app.prequilt.com/market/shannonf/1704797961320).

   <figure><img src="/files/R03oTm31c8loZcTLevCW" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
2. On the left side control panel, click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Randomize using your Fabric Pull Kona button**</mark>.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/GZUgVM0jUbAVBzvxjWWo" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
3. A pop-up will open. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Select**</mark> button associated with your desired fabric pull/collection.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/vnCKY8xSg2RuNTGKf3AT" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
4. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Randomize**</mark> button (<img src="/files/ESWfr5QblyHFPomBDTTJ" alt="" data-size="line">) on the central vertical Toolbar to randomly assign fabrics to the Fabric Links using only fabrics from your desired fabric pull.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/cZULG8kiZktrrjAyycKN" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
5. &#x20;This is my mockup in progress, using only the fabrics from my fabric stash.

   <figure><img src="/files/DeBMHoMckaa4ECNnEj6l" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>


# February 2024 | QuiltCon

QuiltCon 2024 in Raleigh

<figure><img src="/files/yT2rsicmWtT68TYCH7q3" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p><em>'I❤️ PreQuilt' bracelets</em></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Why Do I Love QuiltCon?</mark>

Our first time vending at QuiltCon was in Austin 2020 (right before the world shut down). And this year will be our second time having a booth and we've decided to bring our kids with us to experience the fun and help out. We took advantage of a conveniently placed long weekend and went to visit the Blue Ridge Mountains in western North Carolina before the conference. Wow, they were truly stunning and well worth the side trip! The mountain air was so refreshing and cool - it kept me lively and awake - sans coffee!

On the drive back to Raleigh, I really started thinking about why I love QuiltCon so much. What is it that makes it so magical? It all started for me in Savannah (2017) and what I loved about that first QuiltCon was traveling with guild friends and being away from my kids for the first time. I was reminded that I was my own person and I loved the energy of being in a huge room with tons of people who were also excited about the new 80wt Aurifil.

Raleigh is my fifth QuiltCon and after some pondering, I think what makes QuiltCon so magical (for me) is the compounding interest of friendship and community I've been so lucky to have built year after year. If you're on the fence about QuiltCon or have worried that you might not know anyone there - I would like to encourage you to give it a try! There are lots of social events and plenty of opportunities to potentially meet the quilter of your life. And just like a RRSP (Canada) or 401k (US) - it's never too late or too early to start investing in your quilty community!


# April 2024 | Burnout

Post-QuiltCon Burnout & Free PreQuilt Course

<figure><img src="/files/05TfKdqwwa3s98lybAYP" alt="" width="375"><figcaption><p><em>Gar &#x26; Laura at QuiltCon 2024</em></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">What a Blast!</mark>

It's been awhile, hello again! I haven't even shared anything about QuiltCon! In a tiny little nutshell, I'd just have to say that I had the BEST time ever. Gar, the boys, and I were so busy in the booth and we got to meet so many wonderful people. I got to see my quilt hanging in the show and I received an awesome sticker from a really kind soul (@creatingquilts) that was very touching. I got to hangout with friends I only get to see at QuiltCon and my kid told us at the end, "I thought you guys used to make this useless app, but some of these people really seem to be into it." Perhaps our biggest conversion was our own kid! I have never before been so physically exhausted and emotionally elated.

## <mark style="color:blue;">Post-QuiltCon Burnout</mark>

Did you happen to see any Instagram stories or posts joking about QuiltCon withdrawals? I can 100 percent say that I definitely fell into some post-QuiltCon burnout and experienced some intense withdrawals! Can any of you relate?&#x20;

Yes, I know, I know, I was just singing QuiltCon's praises in my last email! And I do truly believe every word I wrote. QuiltCon is one of the happiest places on earth for me. But I'm a sensitive little Cancer and the abrupt transition from the intense connection and inspiration of QuiltCon back to the hum drum of daily life hit me hard and once the adrenaline left I was completely burnt out. Hence no March newsletter, no AfterCon marketing, and very little beyond the bare minimum. I do apologize!

## <mark style="color:blue;">It's a Marathon, Not a Sprint</mark>

PreQuilt recently hit its 6th birthday (which is crazy!) and if there's one thing I've learned about this business (and quilting in general) is that it's a marathon, not a sprint. And honestly, I think PreQuilt might be one of those Ironman things and every quilt I dream of making is a disjointed triathlon.&#x20;

And I'm starting to come to peace with that. I've found that disconnecting from social media has helped me stop feeling "behind". Using task management tools like a planner or Asana have helped me manage the unrealistic expectations I have for how productive I can be. It also helps me keep all the balls from dropping. I try to get out most days for a run and I have a virtual accountability buddy (a new friend from QuiltCon - nice I could bring a friend "home" with me) to help keep me motivated. Do you have any tips that you have found helpful?

## <mark style="color:blue;">Free PreQuilt Course on YouTube</mark>

Well, it's not all bad news! One reason for my post-QuiltCon burnout was that I was working like a maniac right up until the doors opened. I really wanted to say to everyone who visited the booth that we had a [FREE course on PreQuilt](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaC22-LQB1W14fO_PsH85Fe9vDHc-803G) to help beginners get started.&#x20;

If you're brand new to PreQuilt, I hope that this resource will help you get started with the basics of PreQuilt. We hope to have a couple additional courses out soon that focus on designer resources and advanced color play. But until then, I continue to add 'How To' tutorials as customer questions roll in.

## <mark style="color:blue;">Thank You!</mark>

One of the best things about QuiltCon was getting to meet so many of our subscribers in person. Being an online product and working from home can be pretty isolating at times, so it was such a treat to talk to people in real life!&#x20;

But I want to take this opportunity to say thank you to everyone who has used, tried, subscribed, or even told someone else about PreQuilt. We truly appreciate you and love seeing what you make in PreQuilt! Thank you!


# July 2024 | Paper Coloring Pages

Summer Activities for Kids & Quilters

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<figure><img src="/files/JsAsuzwyAfgp0O3JPm2k" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Coloring in Deco Hills Paper Coloring Page</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Color It on Paper • A Fun Kids' Activity</mark>

We love it when our customers come up with something SO GENIUS that we just have to share it with everyone else.

**Kelly D** ([@sew\_crafty\_mama](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuNQa-2BO-2F9jOjoik3MGtC4s3J-2B7TlIP0krQ-2BjXPx4en0VgAlmzkWuDynHwEk-2BRVVBTEA-3D-3D6WtV_BqfKh2GMo6y5Ro25JlPxEJdi52RlAINYI1IVbw7UuXh1f65pmWFuOiMvGerSZzgPqZJggmxFfD12Nsn-2BAh3m-2Bu5BFNNJSg0C4z03vi8F7eD4t9U4rQmLWJ6S9hUA9OV8RuQGt7amCW2oc6ZXkaUsFB9-2F0x0RVPltUNX62Ob5KagK3aSF2-2Bxzfrl4nkv1RNIgE-2FFvXk2cw9W5DwcGgOMIlWyTcEGmcmPl0y0JfZVsNuxzV9xz0I6wL4H5ihqgJSYYv8SgJH9hLdrfB5i-2BbjIUo-2Ba2ulrKe2Mv9qS9BBMk8KdOPurm-2BSBd4ReK4fSTKQuvk-2BHAEOvBuV0OlHSEg05-2FXTU8o2Eeo2SFV0oCoFYBjk0QIVlf4eRsQVPDjA-2BJdKkcRU3sEfMJwLVI4RcIMiuB9cIoFBKHMS-2BgDhR02Efaj0zqMdjgS47AIk2URJZ1b8EggwQhTR0ZTRMStFN5w6Qo6BgXn4x40mpDBbmb6bxF-2F4kQ2tU9xZzZHqAgvhROKe71DnMq-2B7Am-2BYCUHSYb8MZvvNv3WfemaFx7L8OLejkjx-2FtMLJPQDnmm2wW8khWOC3rW1vzZi-2F7btbWso-2BuSm0-2BeiIvCE-2BcoSRudeHl9NzhqjDgneHuBYxLuQvdd-2F4H9ecTqFuxm2YY8VitsWFch6rfOe9KaA2ojam3xgy7bgxclE2cQvA1nwq-2BCThenVuyQvz9u) on Instagram) reached out to us looking for a way to convert a quilt she created in PreQuilt into a blank, printed coloring page.

Our answer was, YES!, we have a Block Outline feature that will convert your quilt designs into outline drawings! But we were also curious what the use case would be, it takes so long to color things in by hand...

Well, guess what? Kelly uses the blank paper coloring pages as an activity for her kids! So while she sneaks in some sewing time on the actual quilt, her kids get to color their own version of it!&#x20;

Thank you, Kelly, for sharing your clever use case for PreQuilt with us! To learn how you can do this, check out our [Help Guide](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/download-quilt-info/quilt-and-block-outlines)!

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<div data-full-width="false"><figure><img src="/files/i4KLOukapMzg2WzslLDr" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Dark background - Dear Roy by Stitched in Color</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/jjNawS6rFVLEhuCWfxVN" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Light background - Dear Roy by Stitched in Color</p></figcaption></figure></div>

## <mark style="color:blue;">30 Days of Quilt Design</mark>

[**Rachel Hauser** of **Stitched in Color**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuLHKT6Nk33Rzl6YPhgbLA1oxxbOHLnoJAuuLaH-2FjhOyAx0P1_BqfKh2GMo6y5Ro25JlPxEJdi52RlAINYI1IVbw7UuXh1f65pmWFuOiMvGerSZzgPqZJggmxFfD12Nsn-2BAh3m-2Bu5BFNNJSg0C4z03vi8F7eD4t9U4rQmLWJ6S9hUA9OV8RuQGt7amCW2oc6ZXkaUsFB9-2F0x0RVPltUNX62Ob5KagK3aSF2-2Bxzfrl4nkv1RNIgE-2FFvXk2cw9W5DwcGgOMIlWyTcEGmcmPl0y0JfZVsNuxzV9xz0I6wL4H5ihqgJSYYv8SgJH9hLdrfB5i-2BbjIUo-2Ba2ulrKe2Mv9qS9BBMk8KdOPurm-2BSBd4ReK4fSTKQuvk-2BHAEOvBuV0OlHSEg05-2FXTU8o2Eeo2SFV0oCoFYBjk0QIVlf4eRsQVPDjA-2BJdKkcRU3sEfMJwLVI4RcIMiuB9cIoFBKHMS-2BgDhR02Efaj0zqMdjgS47AIk2URJZ1b8EggwQhTR0ZTRMStFN5w6Qo6BgXn4x40mpDBbmb6bxF-2F4kQ2tU9xZzZHqAgvhROKe71DnMq-2B7Am-2BYCUHSYb8MZvvPzXJxXOe07aoXsvmPT7bl-2FLoruMrGC1kKAJ-2FSZhkSxSC8FoPfHj3Sc7tHqgLpmFW4rqI9GM3Jpptb0TPwFaWpJ7x-2BW7wzywidCHXl0-2FaKiSo6PX6cc5cEBb0oV-2FQT2GpnRZtPeBDUmfXMMEDdPO1sARPxwQi-2B9DuJUbohGgkS39)[ ](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuFEqy2um-2BySuMbhq7ext008MAxNfcLKapQs4O0TWAqdP4_wD_BqfKh2GMo6y5Ro25JlPxEJdi52RlAINYI1IVbw7UuXh1f65pmWFuOiMvGerSZzgPqZJggmxFfD12Nsn-2BAh3m-2Bu5BFNNJSg0C4z03vi8F7eD4t9U4rQmLWJ6S9hUA9OV8RuQGt7amCW2oc6ZXkaUsFB9-2F0x0RVPltUNX62Ob5KagK3aSF2-2Bxzfrl4nkv1RNIgE-2FFvXk2cw9W5DwcGgOMIlWyTcEGmcmPl0y0JfZVsNuxzV9xz0I6wL4H5ihqgJSYYv8SgJH9hLdrfB5i-2BbjIUo-2Ba2ulrKe2Mv9qS9BBMk8KdOPurm-2BSBd4ReK4fSTKQuvk-2BHAEOvBuV0OlHSEg05-2FXTU8o2Eeo2SFV0oCoFYBjk0QIVlf4eRsQVPDjA-2BJdKkcRU3sEfMJwLVI4RcIMiuB9cIoFBKHMS-2BgDhR02Efaj0zqMdjgS47AIk2URJZ1b8EggwQhTR0ZTRMStFN5w6Qo6BgXn4x40mpDBbmb6bxF-2F4kQ2tU9xZzZHqAgvhROKe71DnMq-2B7Am-2BYCUHSYb8MZvvDd0q1uYOtDDvJemqo06VYgMr6jhb4fKDjKXUUxHFo41wc908CLR3S5ZvU077Sni667CqqXynJwnBpQzNJeJ-2FtRQ8kR81G1uDHGq3Vb1eovZtD-2BLfR0Mx-2BkE3Rl56AfMFEM4V1gexWk6jdaxqcwt2Jc5kh4Q0p2l2vXQBEX0tczw)is hosting a fantastic creative summer challenge called **30 Days of Quilt Design**. The event is free to participate and there are some fun prizes to win (including subscriptions to PreQuilt)!&#x20;

Summer can often be a busy time that isn't always built for sitting in front of a sewing machine. That's what makes this challenge so great - you can keep your creative juices flowing without the pressure of finding time to sew. And better yet, once you do slow down in the fall and winter, you'll have at least 30 ideas to choose from to make!

You can create your 30 quilt ideas at any time until the end of September (you do not need to do this over 30 consecutive days).

We're grateful that Rachel has included us in her event and we love seeing what she's been creating in PreQuilt (like the Dear Roy sketches).

To learn more about the event, visit her blog [here](https://www.stitchedincolor.com/blog//2024/07/05-days-of-quilt-design).

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# August 2024 | Block Randomization

How I Use PreQuilt

<div><figure><img src="/files/yHbC1xqkCZWlzu9VzMDg" alt=""><figcaption><p>Randomly Laid Out Hunter's Star quilt</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/GRS08fYPH5dLt5M05g2t" alt=""><figcaption><p>Another Randomly Laid Out Hunter's Star quilt</p></figcaption></figure></div>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Block Randomization</mark>

A few years ago, I was preparing for a PreQuilt demo and I wanted to showcase how great the block randomizer feature was. I took one of my favorite quilts - the Hunter's Star - and tried to spice it up a bit. Instead of having a two color (fabric) quilt, could I add a third color without compromising the minimalism of this quilt?

My answer is, YES! I cloned the block and created a subtle variation of the original I really loved the overall effect of the quilt - still minimal - but with a bit of a modern twist. I love how by adding a third fabric and randomly laying out the blocks, my eye is constantly moving across the quilt and there is also an added depth to the quilt as well.

One day I'll make one of these, but for now, I'm happily creating different color and layout versions.

To learn how you can do this, check out our [Help Guide](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/randomization/block-randomization)!

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# September 2024 | Gift of PreQuilt

Gift Certificates

<figure><img src="/files/MP8tZNQ9AsOmJoBAw2Fu" alt="" width="563"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Gift a Year of PreQuilt!</mark>

We've recently had some inquiries for gift certificates to PreQuilt - so we wanted to share it the information with you all.

Yes! You can definitely give the gift of a year of PreQuilt to a fellow quilter in your life!

Gift subscriptions are available for annual subscriptions to both the Basic and Market plan.

Learn more here: <https://app.prequilt.com/gift>

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## <mark style="color:blue;">A Note from Laura</mark>

I just got back from 11 full days of inspiration! Where did I go? Well, I was very fortunate and got to attend Karen Brown's (of Just Get It Done Quilts) [**Textile Tour**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuA6kTuucG5gbSz-2F6-2FzQeACKGw45t8D8P53Qf29gYS3GtrpYHutPyDM8itv0g5hfelA-3D-3D_dtM_BqfKh2GMo6y5Ro25JlPxEJdi52RlAINYI1IVbw7UuXh1f65pmWFuOiMvGerSZzgPqZJggmxFfD12Nsn-2BAh3m-2Bu5BFNNJSg0C4z03vi8F7eAVPmiBEjY8vcYboV6YwXSkIWiXlFkQDJa2BElZzhtAFd53aXcNXx-2BSc-2FKT49HzGvhsBxLveEoCrjfpvspEPDmqEyAwC-2BCy015s8HR8-2FxOXF4DMMbzA-2FQ56Sz82fVGZsjBqkXsRlX-2BjnAK1xy9rw6vTmzot04Dw0nOOQ4kwsf2yXC8Z8o3jl-2B1dyR7P33vAiLfmSTioKWiVPPhW0Dlyj0yszYH-2BssuO5FJtLLk3jBr4uTlEMf39feq9CIeN0mm7PN0cWpj87BW1XpBUCfMVhEbsmbSEOEpUbEsI8gkRfhtk6pOq-2BztsWc4fHAIPhLLeYsBXVI8fehtGummM7D0m68SyV7G0vcOCx0ik70FzS5-2FgkaO6uqwDpHscGIhQw054GwEaPhfanOUGWEgbnahpIeOOvtJl9OhSY8a6wrx9QwFDcEhI-2F0JyTizIFEOd2Sh87hSeisVr8KL6sd7G9eiH1JKvQktcEdovy18TIJ-2FRadnfl95Udn62ca-2F-2BebtQJlmrf-2BEofCsVmNPUHgY7Cvmf95cDSCau8KQibKnTo9mDhgrlIr7QxFSwPdQz95tw-2FXm4DeNlCfW0cWpVdCp5gDlyQ3pXxzEA28-2FD8DetlCJ2dlA87OuhPiRk8kxZ0Yp6y5a2qxWsxLoImV4hDVG3o7OmZSwUvSrLuJC8T3wM6aRwNlqMGi3RwzWrffJgak1LT-2F09qnilECxS0k-2BnweabmNJZolBK922d7GMQnEAIk-2FeRkaqzhvoFsJPm3JFn-2BJfYr0JiMQ7nYMhc8aG0n2185q-2Ff4to3v2mlBO3rbldUdE1VCQNVMHajnGRlrAr076Ah7DzmZkxA2183MzW-2BtdIJcm3AfYWPaRDM9paMtToYJu5N4OlgtD-2BgC4nx-2BvtuUcNV-2FECejeKtKfrlsEYiTIJBJ3eNuuIbr66Io5pmGcIeze0mvF7EVQ-3D-3D) to the Netherlands and Belgium.

Over the last week and a half, I learned about block printing, weaving, linen, and lace making. When I wasn't getting my mind blown about how flax gets processed to become linen, I got to explore rural Netherlands, make new friends with the other ladies on the trip, and eat a LOT of fries. Let me tell you, they are delicious over there.

I now have more ideas in my head than time to create them - but I feel lucky to have them all dancing around up there. It feels good to dream. And I must admit, it has helped me to see all the inspiration to surrounds my everyday life.

I hope that you too are dreaming of all your quilty ideas.

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# October 2024 | Then Came June

New Designer Alert

<figure><img src="/files/yuGwi8tGtKs80gzxgcHW" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Meadow Star (PreQuilt Mockup) by Then Came June</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Welcome, Then Came June!</mark>

We are excited to share with you that [**Then Came June**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuMF898sL7XjkQoozGW5gjOAcjP6vbTFnMS2sw3lZtQt-2BPKEq_BqfKh2GMo6y5Ro25JlPxEJdi52RlAINYI1IVbw7UuXh1f65pmWFuOiMvGerSZzgPqZJggmxFfD12Nsn-2BAh3m-2Bu5BFNNJSg0C4z03vi8F7eAVPmiBEjY8vcYboV6YwXSkIWiXlFkQDJa2BElZzhtAFd53aXcNXx-2BSc-2FKT49HzGvhsVaMjDI5iwXf9ee2rWLzohxyD5afjnc-2BtxPLTrS80zcdKjiD5RuopovV-2Fyo9eN6i4AnGWpx-2BRxChGX0k-2BBBcutIWH47TdCrSRZN4MI0fn3NLbMZ2nW56SG9U6ECCr-2BvgcR3xGdAGqYhIWx7ePrgARgWkR93-2FoKC3zYTMvdWiIJoz1p-2F8gUM1sv1Vr-2FBGwgang3evKEZtWiMvfivpnccUSv-2FI7f-2BUexQ5Ehlwt2ErXwBYbbJvCw-2BaDBFFMpV6rdWNPSsrajfRRpNFdSX5bniCwfoubmISYFndLWFydAJ5lE0u6qclAAbqGpdF8WgRG35CST6KAqod-2BGeKmiJnHBDVxgWf7sMy35ByRk-2BcPfjuBemiSIs4E1EW8bl1nUI8UpbyhOxgf3WfLRvyuTPYxKV-2BN7mkroE-2FhRQ1rRyflCPQEMRyuWFKtZfYw4xlj5G-2B8l78tOsCqj00OoaebJ4WeM-2BDbXZyQJhotLJ5k2JY9gtyr6rs3267ZhYmZtcaguwSz5-2BW8M5xJ4bI7OW7tA5ySKH-2BeyUwObv1Mk-2F62osiMFQGvBhomNHXQzHNvBg8CghGOtDfxHxRCSQKKf-2Bve4nB7GmVbdRShI6WGt25geVrq-2ByKFU06DT5kejbLKTVBZrzFchLbplVOPQRFdhmxoyyiSfXstkotFe-2FBk7YZbRgSXWvUTyoy7PY2T-2B0rRrZgpc2mXEU-2FpfNpRMttHaN3ef83Dg-2FGNs-2BgStmnCNOaiO3BSQr-2BBQuz0sZK4vJgyJYrYj4AztcDrJ6epSTt6oqANdf-2F-2FCbwcZAXEKIgIe-2FCY3QZgyLWZfwYsY5dx4EJkTcTIlY1-2BKFw-3D) has joined PreQuilt!

Gar and I have long admired Meghan's quilt designs and have marveled at the fact that every quilt made from a Then Came June pattern has always been stunning. How is that even possible? But it's true - don't you agree?

Meghan's newest quilt - [**Meadow Star**](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuMF898sL7XjkQoozGW5gjOBrFDsWqPjxMhG0zEX1COjnSKAQiVYuUY7sD-2Fg1FLx73HXh1id8iUlAqFFUdsZ5qDE-3D2Ger_BqfKh2GMo6y5Ro25JlPxEJdi52RlAINYI1IVbw7UuXh1f65pmWFuOiMvGerSZzgPqZJggmxFfD12Nsn-2BAh3m-2Bu5BFNNJSg0C4z03vi8F7eAVPmiBEjY8vcYboV6YwXSkIWiXlFkQDJa2BElZzhtAFd53aXcNXx-2BSc-2FKT49HzGvhsVaMjDI5iwXf9ee2rWLzohxyD5afjnc-2BtxPLTrS80zcdKjiD5RuopovV-2Fyo9eN6i4AnGWpx-2BRxChGX0k-2BBBcutIWH47TdCrSRZN4MI0fn3NLbMZ2nW56SG9U6ECCr-2BvgcR3xGdAGqYhIWx7ePrgARgWkR93-2FoKC3zYTMvdWiIJoz1p-2F8gUM1sv1Vr-2FBGwgang3evKEZtWiMvfivpnccUSv-2FI7f-2BUexQ5Ehlwt2ErXwBYbbJvCw-2BaDBFFMpV6rdWNPSsrajfRRpNFdSX5bniCwfoubmISYFndLWFydAJ5lE0u6qclAAbqGpdF8WgRG35CST6KAqod-2BGeKmiJnHBDVxgWf7sMy35ByRk-2BcPfjuBemiSIs4E1EW8bl1nUI8UpbyhOxgf3WfLRvyuTPYxKV-2BN7mkroE-2FhRQ1rRyflCPQEMRyuWFKtZfYw4xlj5G-2B8l78tOsCqj00OoaebJ4WeM-2BDbXZyQJhotLJ5k2JY9gtyr6rs3267ZhYmZtcaguwSz5-2BW8M5xJ4bI7OW7tA5ySKH-2BeyUwObv1Mk-2F62osiMFQGvBhomNHXQzHNvBg8CghGOtDfxHxRCSQKKf-2Bve4nB7GmVbdRShI6WGt25geVrq-2ByKFU06DT5kejbLKTVBZrzFchLbplVOPQRFdhmxoyyiSfXst5ZjwX6sWmoOw9OF2DhAXFJMRnLfWrmeKc5JY477xhUYbWlK2Ed5n9WMpz5SqN1MEzMgfG01GjbvZ5EViMkaVgilFYlxHoL8qL4TXj2CYdjtJMU9-2BHGxIeWO-2B6-2B4OlIC4W-2BAXutDgrgHa7dVl-2BxrTVBRsaG1lTFM-2F0OiYIe3jQyI-3D) - is now available on PreQuilt with three digital coloring pages so you can color the version you like best.

[Color on PreQuilt](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuCSkgqWZD0-2FMbI71fnsx4FGHPaizvlL1q48lA1QRhgzOy-2BIj3TXJyr-2Bzt8ei8wJ-2Bog-3D-3DBWAo_BqfKh2GMo6y5Ro25JlPxEJdi52RlAINYI1IVbw7UuXh1f65pmWFuOiMvGerSZzgPqZJggmxFfD12Nsn-2BAh3m-2Bu5BFNNJSg0C4z03vi8F7eAVPmiBEjY8vcYboV6YwXSkIWiXlFkQDJa2BElZzhtAFd53aXcNXx-2BSc-2FKT49HzGvhsVaMjDI5iwXf9ee2rWLzohxyD5afjnc-2BtxPLTrS80zcdKjiD5RuopovV-2Fyo9eN6i4AnGWpx-2BRxChGX0k-2BBBcutIWH47TdCrSRZN4MI0fn3NLbMZ2nW56SG9U6ECCr-2BvgcR3xGdAGqYhIWx7ePrgARgWkR93-2FoKC3zYTMvdWiIJoz1p-2F8gUM1sv1Vr-2FBGwgang3evKEZtWiMvfivpnccUSv-2FI7f-2BUexQ5Ehlwt2ErXwBYbbJvCw-2BaDBFFMpV6rdWNPSsrajfRRpNFdSX5bniCwfoubmISYFndLWFydAJ5lE0u6qclAAbqGpdF8WgRG35CST6KAqod-2BGeKmiJnHBDVxgWf7sMy35ByRk-2BcPfjuBemiSIs4E1EW8bl1nUI8UpbyhOxgf3WfLRvyuTPYxKV-2BN7mkroE-2FhRQ1rRyflCPQEMRyuWFKtZfYw4xlj5G-2B8l78tOsCqj00OoaebJ4WeM-2BDbXZyQJhotLJ5k2JY9gtyr6rs3267ZhYmZtcaguwSz5-2BW8M5xJ4bI7OW7tA5ySKH-2BeyUwObv1Mk-2F62osiMFQGvBhomNHXQzHNvBg8CghGOtDfxHxRCSQKKf-2Bve4nB7GmVbdRShI6WGt25geVrq-2ByKFU06DT5kejbLKTVBZrzFchLbplVOPQRFdhmxoyyiSfXstpUd1-2FhI-2Fqs8q7V-2B-2BO-2FFKK9-2Fxder0mwyyCgraaNiBffE0Twzcefm-2F31LxvepMDAvgwJdKv1FjDly4hfSsmIUifTN0plQKYe61CcHZdDUWy-2BQtEwmJoS40svFZU3shWo4bjoWRtoZ5UEacczgIz9pgPDbdFUj91eXwSSTXKWmXOGs-3D) and then head over to Then Came June to [buy the pattern](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=u001.YJDQ6D8KYoq9LtpGTSwiuMF898sL7XjkQoozGW5gjOBrFDsWqPjxMhG0zEX1COjnSKAQiVYuUY7sD-2Fg1FLx73HXh1id8iUlAqFFUdsZ5qDE-3DuuX0_BqfKh2GMo6y5Ro25JlPxEJdi52RlAINYI1IVbw7UuXh1f65pmWFuOiMvGerSZzgPqZJggmxFfD12Nsn-2BAh3m-2Bu5BFNNJSg0C4z03vi8F7eAVPmiBEjY8vcYboV6YwXSkIWiXlFkQDJa2BElZzhtAFd53aXcNXx-2BSc-2FKT49HzGvhsVaMjDI5iwXf9ee2rWLzohxyD5afjnc-2BtxPLTrS80zcdKjiD5RuopovV-2Fyo9eN6i4AnGWpx-2BRxChGX0k-2BBBcutIWH47TdCrSRZN4MI0fn3NLbMZ2nW56SG9U6ECCr-2BvgcR3xGdAGqYhIWx7ePrgARgWkR93-2FoKC3zYTMvdWiIJoz1p-2F8gUM1sv1Vr-2FBGwgang3evKEZtWiMvfivpnccUSv-2FI7f-2BUexQ5Ehlwt2ErXwBYbbJvCw-2BaDBFFMpV6rdWNPSsrajfRRpNFdSX5bniCwfoubmISYFndLWFydAJ5lE0u6qclAAbqGpdF8WgRG35CST6KAqod-2BGeKmiJnHBDVxgWf7sMy35ByRk-2BcPfjuBemiSIs4E1EW8bl1nUI8UpbyhOxgf3WfLRvyuTPYxKV-2BN7mkroE-2FhRQ1rRyflCPQEMRyuWFKtZfYw4xlj5G-2B8l78tOsCqj00OoaebJ4WeM-2BDbXZyQJhotLJ5k2JY9gtyr6rs3267ZhYmZtcaguwSz5-2BW8M5xJ4bI7OW7tA5ySKH-2BeyUwObv1Mk-2F62osiMFQGvBhomNHXQzHNvBg8CghGOtDfxHxRCSQKKf-2Bve4nB7GmVbdRShI6WGt25geVrq-2ByKFU06DT5kejbLKTVBZrzFchLbplVOPQRFdhmxoyyiSfXst7acJgvOuR3SAw4Pg7dCAPDaWs4zavH-2FKnlKtEml6P63XOnR0LAYYkGcJrYT1X3Azk78k7To54Mctyr9phiDiRQtTtc-2FVtDYaRSzqrQWwh1QEp4YCweSsI9vNmTNr4yqnUs-2FZCvhMpCitl4MgO5hBvKtwrWz2vMD8f0ujtG9MEko-3D) to get started!

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<figure><img src="/files/sVV9JxD8Y5e8dQFFcdN2" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>Laminated organza &#x26; cotton binding</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">A Note from Laura</mark>

If you're part of the Modern Quilt Guild, you know that it's QuiltCon Submission o'clock and you yourself might be working like crazy to get your quilt done in time. You can do it!

I am in the final stage of finishing up my quilt and luckily the weather will be partly cloudy for the next few days. My photography skills are not stellar and my quilt is very subtle. But fingers crossed that I can get some good enough pictures of it.

I often kick myself for not having finished the quilt months ago - but I have come to realize I need a deadline to accomplish things sometimes. The adrenaline and sense of purpose is welcome and I guess necessary for completion.

As we enjoy fall and know that winter is coming (in North America), I wish you all a very Happy Quilting season to come. My goal this winter - start on next year's (2026) QuiltCon submission...

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# December 2024 | Fabric Calculator

New PreQuilt Feature + 2025 Kona Color of the Year!

<figure><img src="/files/xgeqvidDFm6Jwa6NaY1Y" alt=""><figcaption><p>Fabric Calculator Block Blowout</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Fabric Calculator Feature</mark>

We're so excited to announce that we now have our newest feature, **Fabric Calculations**, live and available to all PreQuilt subscribers!

Here's a summary of the great quilt math you'll get for the quilts that you design in PreQuilt:

* Yardage needed
* Cutting diagrams
* Block blowouts
* Alternative construction methods
* Backing fabric
* Binding fabric

There are also lots of customizable variables as well. You can change the WOF for your fabrics, choose your preferred construction method, and rotate cut pieces in the fabric cutting diagrams.

We can't wait for you all to enjoy taking your creativity to the next step - being able to make the awesome quilts you design in PreQuilt.

And of course, we have a very robust Help Guide section on not only the Fabric Calculator, but also our recommendations on how to build out Block Units so that the fabric calculator will automatically recognize them.

To learn how you can do this, check out our [Help Guide](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-101/fabric-calculator)!

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*Note*: Fabric calculations will not be available for designer coloring pages. Buy the pattern for all your making needs.

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<figure><img src="/files/CbAZvgusgUMxbHTS2BI8" alt=""><figcaption><p>2025 Kona COTY = Nocturne</p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">2025 Kona Color of the Year</mark>

It's that time of year again, when we all get a fresh start. And we're always excited to see what the **Kona Color of the Year** will be. This year it's **Nocturne**!

We have it preloaded in PreQuilt for all your design needs. Enjoy!&#x20;

***

<figure><img src="/files/Q7zfMkUawYBcAOPlNBx9" alt="" width="563"><figcaption><p>I am Korean Adjacent (detail) by Laura Henneberry </p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">A Note from Laura</mark>

Last week there was a flourish of activity on Instagram with the announcements of all the quilts that are both going to hang at QuiltCon and those that were rejected. I'm not a huge fan of the #quiltconreject nomenclature, but I guess it does get the job done.

I submitted one quilt this year and it was not accepted. And while I'm disappointed - I mean, my gosh, of course I am, I've got dreams - I am also extremely proud of what I was able to accomplish (I love this quilt) and I cannot wait to see all of the wonderful quilts that will be there.

All the QuiltCon acceptance and rejection posts - and comments - got me thinking about dreams and goals. And what I have concluded is that I am so grateful that QuiltCon exists. It's something to look forward to; it's a vessel for inspiration; and it's a meeting spot where we can geek out with like minded makers that we often only get to see at QuiltCon.

And that's the spirit of QuiltCon that I love and value. (I feel like there's a real opportunity here for a Quiltmas Carol or something with the quilts of the past, present, and future teaching us some lesson....).

To everyone who was accepted, congratulations, I cannot wait to see your quilt! And to those who weren't, I hope I get to see your wonderful quilt on Instagram, because these one of a kind makes are so worth sharing anywhere you can.

Happy holidays and we'll catch you again in the New Year!

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# 2023

Welcome to the mental meanderings of PreQuilt. We hope you enjoy a little behind the scenes and newsletter archives.

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[January | Yelp! Help!](/blog-posts/2023/january-or-yelp-help)
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[March | QuiltCon Lookback](/blog-posts/2023/march-or-quiltcon-lookback)
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[April | Patch + Dot & New Feature](/blog-posts/2023/april-or-patch-+-dot-and-new-feature)
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[November | Precision Fussy Cutting](/blog-posts/2023/november-or-precision-fussy-cutting)
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# January | Yelp! Help!

<div><figure><img src="/files/S5QxkAzWaPsUqeyLCdoC" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/KHtWxCgwzmozOw4MCZT3" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/aq8SBK3Ri1L1OvSiYrTT" alt=""><figcaption><p>           <a href="https://thenounproject.com/leremy/"><em>Gan Khoon Lay on the Noun Project</em></a></p></figcaption></figure></div>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Happy New Year!</mark>

First off, Happy New Year! Hello 2023 and welcome Year of the Rabbit! I know, I know, we're more than halfway through January, but I still like to pause and remind myself that the new year is still fresh with untapped potential awaiting.

And what a year ahead of us! In our personal life, Gar's sister is getting married and our son (who was born in the last Year of the Rabbit) will be moving on to middle school. There's much life to celebrate, but gulp, where has all the time gone?

For PreQuilt, QuiltCon is next month and I (Laura here) will be teaching [*4 PreQuilt workshops*](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=tnaQZ2Rzl3LsOBR5CNJl3i-2BC-2Bd7Pk7QNSifC-2BiXFiEn8jLVhqvNLZoavrfRFqKvDvO0p_Zd6hRd3O-2Bi7TiTmhDOob5iSBTn7GGIFfNUDjfr3tgb2ulpR-2B9Mr-2BCOWAOH-2F8UcKHzN9Q7vfVeOPLMFxY0nuqLK218NTsbkVPeFl-2FQghUQQDvG7ZlvPN9s4OpHvP3rYjDD4zljPzI8qDyIUp2LMiouPqXy45CAoJwFfvHl0WmQQjwSD89WO5SA98HNzN58nJa00nQBpRwiOBsmud76eV4QBuRy1WPwASc-2FdCcDbhvFnVbGwB0lhYGpzD7GJ-2FjEDR4eIEE-2BjSLDXNgpRrZL2b8yO36gnLW3fE1mAQQFpgsZmjFhuvWmOUIHCkwtgKMT-2F48HGInz9tvP65EonqyTsu2OAZDprAITIyRBzONhbUqH8mM0razobA1hZx5I6dOt9b2b8u-2FKId89DJUb649xKyEfR1uCmeGb-2Fj-2BxGlVm6B-2B4A88flI6bP8zM7dsRajnu8OH0irsAhMsNAnTBYWTeQPDzkKxikkVsSZn9V5AT7EKiQicGbyKhoZpgfqOjZHu4YqCRDr7K-2BMdeJwJ2f1bQd2f-2B4YaQtbgVssHHtb6JuLPUX5cd78jJEKS9fjCaC-2FDlFuTZzVr1BQTdw3YAwl-2FVnwK-2ByAY0vJqnmT9Oz3fC-2FEJILK3y-2F9RX6W1YyCcmUJNR13-2B16mNkBMMeGgbR4qunKq94kXWJfeHS4hJjQh-2Bsu67fDCzUfw5Nt084RhPvxhus4PlyiWTnUfvwjWIxHqq3WkVw1jfFkFR4QTsTHMtjylUc3RgZxWDl3m6vs-2F3vLtI97kRMD1PDqrpZ2awNaRdBYXP4mGOIzlEqeeiUHium-2BoFd9qmKEYxwV29Jev2AE5eP4raM4DI9Ij9oeKUkc6Bfql9eM1BF10oBGVCemhjplCIGb8i5xSm5todajbmVcZ-2Feofv10GOjttLqM-2FHrzDoAGK2DGlo7O2t-2BlMzELvl8WUWsSnlcFBwdnzZCM1iVTJcV8c-2FXbDZlc7b3Zl-2BDB2QxE6HAHZYKcMQDl-2Bd6FgSPLje9q8-3D)! There's still space available, so I hope you'll consider joining Wendy of [*The Weekend Quilter*](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=tnaQZ2Rzl3LsOBR5CNJl3iiz7eZxAqxjVeWOehut-2BtO9k2iuSW4C3oHqAdCkhJGZxc4s_Zd6hRd3O-2Bi7TiTmhDOob5iSBTn7GGIFfNUDjfr3tgb2ulpR-2B9Mr-2BCOWAOH-2F8UcKHzN9Q7vfVeOPLMFxY0nuqLK218NTsbkVPeFl-2FQghUQQDvG7ZlvPN9s4OpHvP3rYjDD4zljPzI8qDyIUp2LMiouPqXy45CAoJwFfvHl0WmQQjwSD89WO5SA98HNzN58nJa00nQBpRwiOBsmud76eV4QBuRy1WPwASc-2FdCcDbhvFnVbGwB0lhYGpzD7GJ-2FjEDR4eIEE-2BjSLDXNgpRrZL2b8yO36gnLW3fE1mAQQFpgsZmjFhuvWmOUIHCkwtgKMT-2F48HGInz9tvP65EonqyTsu2OAZDprAITIyRBzONhbUqH8mM0razobA1hZx5I6dOt9b2b8u-2FKId89DJUb649xKyEfR1uCmeGb-2Fj-2BxGlVm6B-2B4A88flI6bP8zM7dsRajnu8OH0irsAhMsNAnTBYWTeQPDzkKxikkVsSZn9V5AT7EKiQicGbyKhoZpgfqOjZHu4YqCRDr7K-2BMdeJwJ2f1bQd2f-2B4YaQtbgVssHHtb6JuLPUX5cd78jJEKS9fjCaC-2FDlFuTZzVr1BQTdw3YAwl-2FVnwK-2ByAY0vJqnmT9Oz3fC-2FEJILK3y-2F9RX6W1YyCcmUJNR13-2B16mNkBMMeGgbR4qunKq94kXWJfeHS4hJjQh-2Bsu67fDCzUfw5Nt084RhPvxhus4PlyiWTnUfvwjWIxHqq3WkVw1jfFkFR4QTsTHMtjylUc3RgZxWDl3m6vs-2F3vLtI97kRMD1PDqrpZ2awNaRdBYXP4mGOIzlEqeeiUHium-2BoFd9rAI6nPs4FfjPsBrXpd8vSzfnbON43yWbQ2UtbcN1xwQrR73EN9Etn3la-2BmMSacbd2E0V1szmpqCxZK2Hc2y-2BZyzJX23zF5EJPTg-2FQXK7v-2FEPn4lm69eIhgAPuAqier7fuKHq9L-2B5VjUX4ldDp2nR9w9B9zhDuzl-2FgkDHGA4NXNeaZUi7cSguOvdA329Q-2FaO8E-3D) and I to learn the ins and outs of PreQuilt. We also have new features in development and fun collaborations this year for you to enjoy. We'll keep you posted!

## <mark style="color:blue;">Help Guide</mark>

Yelp! Help!&#x20;

We completely understand that learning something new is hard. And we want to make it a bit easier (and fun and addictive and dive-in-able) for you, which is why we’ve launched a written [PreQuilt Help Guide](https://help.prequilt.com/). This guide is a live document, meaning that we'll be adding to it over the coming months.

We started with the basics to ensure users are able to hit the ground running. So, if you’re a newbie to PreQuilt - give the tutorial, [First PreQuilt Quilt](https://help.prequilt.com/starter-quilts/first-prequilt-quilt), a try.

We hope that between the Help Guide, our YouTube tutorials, and the upcoming QuiltCon workshops, you'll be able to enjoy and incorporate PreQuilt into your regular quilting practice.

## <mark style="color:blue;">QuiltCon Workshops</mark>

Let's be honest, manuals can be tedious. If you're more of a hands-on learner, Laura of PreQuilt and Wendy of [The Weekend Quilter](https://the-weekendquilter.com/) will be co-teaching 3 PreQuilt workshops at [QuiltCon](https://quiltcon.com/) in Atlanta. There's still [spots available](https://modernquilters.configio.com/login) for these, so we hope you consider joining us!

* Friday, Feb 24 -- **Deep Dive into PreQuilt**
* Saturday, Feb 25 & Sunday, Feb 26 -- **Intro to PreQuilt**
* Saturday, Feb 25 -- **Color It with PreQuilt** (solo workshop taught by Laura)

## <mark style="color:blue;">The Quilted Home Handbook</mark>

![](/files/FaTraTRFIQXsxtnSijha)

Wendy Chow of [The Weekend Quilter](https://the-weekendquilter.com/) has been a longtime friend and PreQuilter. I first "met" Wendy on Instagram many years ago and our friendship has continued as we both embark on our respective quilting adventures.

Well, we're so excited and proud to share that Wendy has recently launched her second book, [The Quilted Home Handbook](https://the-weekendquilter.com/blogs/my-books/the-quilted-home-handbook)! This beautiful collection of projects is a perfect asset to your quilting practice and will for sure give you many ways to make your house a home!

## <mark style="color:blue;">Let's Connect!</mark>

<img src="/files/IcWHTvTSVDqYFCyN7RM6" alt="" data-size="original">

If you'll be at QuiltCon, I'd love to connect with you! I'll be wearing one of these stickers everyday, so please come say hello!&#x20;

If you're not going to be at QuiltCon - or are shyer about approaching me - please feel welcome to [email us](mailto:undefined) directly with what you're working on! We really love seeing what you're creating using PreQuilt and best of all - what they look like as physical, tangible quilts!

## <mark style="color:blue;">Tidbits (and a Flashback) from PQ HQ</mark>

<div><figure><img src="/files/laDCnuCUnkdU8NlI9xou" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Gar &#x26; Laura // QuiltCon 2020 in Austin</em></p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/v60rO7MwoTZh54RuqpZM" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Wendy // QuiltCon 2020 in Austin</em></p></figcaption></figure></div>

Here's a little flashback of us at QuiltCon 2020 in Austin. We won't have a booth this year, but it's nice to remember all the fun we had!

In other news, winter has begun to settle in here in Toronto and grey skies and slushy sidewalks are now the norm. There are some real pro and cons to this weather situation. The pros, I'm sewing more and we're cuddling with the boys more (body heat - sharing is caring). The cons, running is a little riskier and we're staring at the sidewalk more than enjoying our surroundings. And well, very little sunshine make long days. What are your winter activities?

I also went on a retreat with my wonderful sew buddies earlier this month and the only thing ready to go was my Kinship quilt UFO. In 2021, I pre-cut all 80 blocks (doing the 80 block layout) and  organized all the block pieces into envelopes (it was like a DIY quilty advent calendar). Once on a roll, I was able to finish all the blocks! Next stop - sashing!

We hope this finds you warm and well. Till next time, Gar & Laura


# March | QuiltCon Lookback

<figure><img src="/files/u6l3jedXz7txbkk29ZPc" alt=""><figcaption><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CpCSYUpOZkC/"><em>Sashes by Elizabeth Ray and the Quilts Unscripted Bee</em></a> <em>- Won First Place at QuiltCon 2023</em></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">QuiltCon Lookback</mark>

First off, wow, where has the time gone? I feel like I just got back from QuiltCon and I'm sure you've already read all the wrap-ups you can handle. So, here's a just a few of my personal highlights:

* **Workshops**:
  * Wendy of The Weekend Quilter and I had a wonderful time teaching so many of you. Thank you to everyone who joined us, we loved teaching all the ins and outs of PreQuilt.
  * The energy in the workshops was thrilling and we're looking forward to bringing more accessible ways to learn how to use PreQuilt to you in the future.
* **People**:
  * The best part of QuiltCon for me (Laura) are the people I'm only able to catch up with at QuiltCon. It was wonderful to run into so many wonderful quilters and deliberately hang out with some friends I made at QuiltCons in the past!
  * I met YoungMin Lee after her wonderful Bojagi Lecture. It's a gift having a wonderful collection of talent in one building and I was so grateful to be able to connect with her in person. If you're interested in her or Bojagi (which are Korean wrapping clothes), check out her DVD or online workshop here.
* **Quilts:**
  * The quilts are always mind blowing and I left the show with new energy and inspired to circle back to my works in progress.
  * This year we sponsored the Group & Bee Quilts category and I was blown away at the quilts in the category. [*Sashes by Elizabeth Ray and the Quilts Unscripted Bee*](https://www.instagram.com/p/CpCSYUpOZkC/) won first place - congratulations!
* **Cool Things:**
  * Another favorite part of QuiltCon are all the cool gadgets you can't always find at your local shop. I invested in a Daylight Lamp and bought a weighted clapper from Modern American Vintage.
  * I also got these amazing and colorful custom acrylic templates from my friends, Eve and Kristen of [MakeATX](https://www.makeatx.com/). If you're looking for your own custom templates for your patterns or just yourself, please reach out to them at [customquilttemplates.com](https://www.customquilttemplates.com/)!

    <img src="/files/WcWpn0VPnQs9s1fvMzQU" alt="" data-size="original">

## <mark style="color:blue;">New Coloring Pages</mark>

<figure><img src="/files/G31WW9hCXIHoWDvRqe0y" alt=""><figcaption><p><a href="https://app.prequilt.com/market/loandbehold/grannypatch-throw#"><em>Digital Coloring Page: Granny Patch by Lo &#x26; Behold Stitchery</em></a></p></figcaption></figure>

I was fortunate to meet Brittany of [Lo and Behold Stitchery](https://www.loandbeholdstitchery.com/) at QuiltCon and I'm happy to announce that two of her quilts are available as [digital coloring pages on PreQuilt](https://app.prequilt.com/market/loandbehold)!

You might have notice a flurry of [Granny Patch](https://app.prequilt.com/market/loandbehold/grannypatch-throw) quilts that look a lot like the crocheted blankets a lot of us grew up with on the back of our couches. My family had one (I wonder where it's gone off to), but I definitely have to say it didn't look anywhere close to as beautiful as this quilted version! You can color your own version for free on PreQuilt [here](https://app.prequilt.com/market/loandbehold/grannypatch-throw).

[Mosaic Star](https://app.prequilt.com/market/loandbehold/mosaicstar-throw) is also available as a digital coloring page and it's a perfect skill builder because there are three different types of triangles in this pattern! And if you're wanting to learn in a structured manner, Brittany is kicking off her Triangle School on-demand course soon. Enrollment opens April 13th!\*

*\*This is not an affiliate link. I'm happy to share this because it sounds like a great course!*

## <mark style="color:blue;">PQ + YOU</mark>

<figure><img src="/files/lvceA8xV0tz6mbIuqfUT" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Maker Made: Modified Friendship Star Memory quilt by Joy Y.</em></p></figcaption></figure>

We are constantly blown away by how you all use PreQuilt to visualize and plan your quilts. Ever considered planning out your photographs with your quilt???

Well, Joy Y did just that and created this beautiful modified Friendship Star memory quilt. Joy said she added all her fabrics and pictures ahead of time to plan her quilt layout. What a wonderful memory quilt!

> *<mark style="color:blue;">"PreQuilt was so helpful with getting things placed exactly where I wanted them!" - Joy Y</mark>*

&#x20;Thank you, Joy, for sharing!

## <mark style="color:blue;">PreQuilt Demos</mark>

If you're part of a guild and you'd like a **FREE** demo, we'd love to come (virtually)! We have a sign-up form available to gather information as well as a booking link to reserve a time!

* Sign-up form: <https://forms.gle/VfFEPjkjyUDVH2T36>
* Booking link: <https://calendly.com/prequilt/demo>

&#x20;If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out at <mark style="color:blue;"><hello@prequilt.com></mark>.&#x20;


# April | Patch + Dot & New Feature

<figure><img src="/files/Vxkd3vQizJwPWIgMI2uh" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Stephanie of Patch &#x26; Dot</em></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Meet Stephanie of Patch & Dot - Our First Featured Designer!</mark>&#x20;

You probably didn't know, but Stephanie has been a long time supporter of PreQuilt, even before we had a paid option. She's also a seriously talented quilt pattern designer and is the founder of [**Patch & Dot**](https://shop.patchanddot.com/)!

She has a two different block based quilts available as [digital coloring pages](https://app.prequilt.com/market/patchanddot) on PreQuilt and she has a few amazing FPP based alphabet libraries. Our favorite is the [Blackletter Alphabet Quilt](https://shop.patchanddot.com/products/complete-blackletter-quilt-pattern-bundle-alphabet-numbers) pattern and it is available in uppercase, lowercase, and numbers!

* Patch & Dot Digital Coloring Pages: <https://app.prequilt.com/market/patchanddot>
* Patch & Dot Pattern Shop: <https://shop.patchanddot.com/collections/all>

### <mark style="color:blue;">Featured Quilt | Sugarcubes</mark>

<figure><img src="/files/0mAxIVOs22JDDZ5OXUUq" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Sugarcubes by Patch &#x26; Dot</em></p></figcaption></figure>

#### <mark style="color:blue;">About Sugarcubes</mark>

The [Sugarcubes](https://shop.patchanddot.com/products/sugarcubes-quilt-pattern-pdf) block is a modern twist on the classic Broken Sugar Bowl block. The more I quilt, the more I've come to value patterns that consist of a single block that can be combined to create multiple looks, and the Sugarcubes quilt is exactly that. Using the balance of colour values suggested in the pattern creates a top with a lot of sparkle and movement ... but you can change these up to create almost infinite results.

#### <mark style="color:blue;">PreQuilt's Thoughts</mark>

We love that the entire quilt is created from using a single block over and over again, but in so many different fabric combinations! Here you can see an amazing version in prints, but it's also striking in solids as well. Plus, the best part? It's fat quarter friendly, which means that you can use all those really fun FQ prints you have in your stash and never know how to use!&#x20;

### <mark style="color:blue;">A Bit About Patch & Dot</mark>

#### What year did you start your company?

2018

#### What is your favorite step in the pattern design process?

Choosing fabric colours and print mixes for sample quilts.

#### Do you have a favorite color?

Periwinkle blue

#### What is your favorite PreQuilt feature?

Without question the randomize feature! It opens up so many possibilities and I love the fact that you can lock in colours and create even more variations from there.

## <mark style="color:blue;">New Feature on PreQuilt</mark>

![](/files/Vp5eEfl2e1rwCOYnc4aG)

### <mark style="color:blue;">Block Name Legend</mark>

Being able to download and print off a picture of your quilt top is awesome. It makes a great quilt map for when you're assembling your quilt top. Good-bye upside down blocks!

But what if your quilt map could also denote which block is being used? And where it's being used? Well, now you can download a jpg with all the block names! Your quilt map now has a legend.

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Block Name Legend Tutorial</mark>

{% content-ref url="/spaces/PUFswdysHBJDPIJC9xe0/pages/7WGGgnAQNQhtAY9NUzns" %}
[Block Name Legend](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/download-quilt-info/block-name-legend)
{% endcontent-ref %}

*April 06, 2023*


# April | Let's Go on a Quilt Adventure

<figure><img src="/files/vTlQQqDlvZHcgIC5WHgS" alt=""><figcaption><p><a href="https://app.prequilt.com/qyoa">https://app.prequilt.com/qyoa</a></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">New AddOn | Quilt Your Own Adventure</mark>

Have you heard about Amanda Carye of Broadcloth Studio's new book, [*Quilt Your Own Adventure*](http://url9670.prequilt.com/ls/click?upn=tnaQZ2Rzl3LsOBR5CNJl3lfncgwaZDleWJNcM8d1tJZ0Y9i9nr6qx0eppywo-2Fg3USbKmQbQRH5kp76mNPBSE2A-3D-3DypGM_RsEKs-2BP5asU-2BJN-2FtX0vXbNI1gsvr1TBgTBgDFdvz9-2BPCONLi-2FuUnxIBQMACkjr3LhFZrMJnkRGl6h7Sz2B5bgc1L8WyhIpKmksDEyCC3rh6VojAJYnzry-2B9gWgaoTcyZqJ16i2SDdhXA2y94Oxp1SyVYz9AOgcpyXwFr9rtf-2BRBtQScrlXU3TvXvJrvWlbdgwX3F6DacWP0fHLTNSu-2FBKAOpMyqB3dS3Z1Wzk-2BbMcgYsHzTguKoPTFL1Bgm1Fn54bb-2Fb5zInZycRx0WdrmwWy81ij72rKtcfkDSizyA2U0fLXQqUtf3QYKm4mnZCElPRSsAxHvwJvej17ZF5Vm-2B4gJ4LwpQuNSyXyW-2Bdb-2BTHC4B-2FdEf8uozrPd5Hzm5HU7R0j0FtORKgpdEAkR2uq9lLmYrFO-2BcDOliawANRM3GghvIdlEGlplE1fFB94VQYmG9bev4rIt7norVjhOIuMfpvDOeP428AghmsFmOB77DG7mHHJbewfVV1tSHT4r47gHHD6NMRHRft2yVh12x8Az3S6XFWkMesLqqC9L-2Fa3a2J1BO9h-2Fzp6YzcshicqIrPMkdgJSK3SGqN7TTogChp37SWbOggczC3-2BQLINRjVY3wcIDUzh2nao0-2FzxnjMGib86j7kQ-2FmBM9igVu9kxpW4Ru-2Fzk0Qa2MDl0to7bBxk7ya7OItHhNvSwZluhAGc9WoMRkVG3Y6uToLtnGxOcu15wUe5UVoNHIwabLHVqJDEqxIMB9j2ZjhTwaY1Xke-2Bvm2vsJ36hd1kC6H4XUzyfvSmEzWAriZSM4qRFdmKpx69uq74ykVWAxgVIAHq-2BPE-2F36cTvFDQyua4oiJhWmgCnaAr3Pi-2BPjuJCBM2LdPacP2aw9M-2Buym82Ra5-2BjjU7bkS5glee9Cs4gelctBtpiUme9yYGlAU5WN9c-2FEYfiml0pua-2FLToNifPOPyc8j8jyl0MiX0-2FhN62wUWasbXfWrMC1gZ00btuBoH-2Bdc7zcUffYvN-2FiilXhKPgSBW5LnXxyasEBwVmtq-2Bq)?

No? Well it's exactly what it sounds like! Amanda's book is fully loaded with 30 modern quilt blocks, all the quilt math, 7 sample quilts, 49 different quilt layouts, AND the perfect balance of independence and guidance to get you started on your next quilt design.

We've been honored to help bring her book's concepts to life with a PreQuilt AddOn that helps you rapidly adventure through all the ideas this book will no doubt brew!

The real value of this AddOn is that there's no heavy lifting for you! All the quilt layouts are preloaded with all 30 blocks. So you can simply grab and go!

To unlock the AddOn, you'll need to have bought the book & be a subscriber to PreQuilt (Basic or Market). Onwards and godspeed!

* Buy the Book [<mark style="color:blue;">here</mark>](https://www.broadclothstudio.com/my-book).
* Unlock the PreQuilt Addon [here](https://app.prequilt.com/qyoa).
* PreQuilt Tutorial [here](https://blog.prequilt.com/addon-collaborations/quilt-your-own-adventure).

## <mark style="color:blue;">Tutorial Videos | How to Go on a Quilt Adventure in PreQuilt</mark>

We know that there's a little bit of a learning curve with PreQuilt. And we don't want that to hold you back from embarking on this adventure with us!

So, we've created 2 tutorial videos to go along with the Quilt Your Own Adventure AddOn to help you get started.

{% embed url="<https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=81s&v=xO0bCGDmNuU>" %}

{% embed url="<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CvCeJfE9Yw>" %}

## <mark style="color:blue;">Use Case | Block Name Legend</mark>

<div><figure><img src="/files/IN4SyVEwrCUksvgZk4IF" alt=""><figcaption><p>Here's my Square Crib sized version of Amanda's cover quilt from the book, <em>Quilt Your Own Adventure</em>!</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/lqa0jzoEdldD4w5ITB3Y" alt=""><figcaption><p>And don't forget to use our new feature, Block Name Legend, and download the block legend for your quilt map!</p></figcaption></figure></div>

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Block Name Tutorial</mark>

{% content-ref url="/spaces/PUFswdysHBJDPIJC9xe0/pages/7WGGgnAQNQhtAY9NUzns" %}
[Block Name Legend](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/download-quilt-info/block-name-legend)
{% endcontent-ref %}

*April 15, 2023*


# October | New Features!

## <mark style="color:blue;">It's Been a While!</mark>

Hello again! While it might seem like we've been really quiet and things have been slow, Gar and I have actually been up to a lot of work behind the scenes. With only the two of us, we tend to go deep in some areas and almost neglect others (sorry Instagram). While this is of course not ideal, it has allowed us to focus our time this summer and fall on a really big push of new features.

In the past we'd get so excited about a new feature that we'd push it live without doing extensive QA to minimize bugs. We also didn't build out any tutorials or help guides. Well, we're happy to announce that we've done a huge amount of QA and there are detailed Help Guides for each of these new features that have just been launched. We hope that this new round of features helps you and your quilting practice!

As our business grows and matures, we hope to be able to juggle it all. But for now, when we're quiet, it usually means we're working on the application and we hope to be able to share it with you soon! Time seems to fly by too fast and development takes longer than expected. But we hope to have a few more new features to you all before QuiltCon.

We'd like to thank you all for your support and for finding a place for PreQuilt in your quilting practice. We love seeing what you all are working on! Thank you again!

***

## <mark style="color:blue;">New Features</mark>

This round of new features and improvements are all focused on fabric and how it's used in PreQuilt. The next time you log into PreQuilt, you'll see improvements in:

* Fabric Swatch Dimensions (Setting a width)
* Cropping & Editing Fabric Swatches
* Adding General Information & Yardage for Fabric Swatches
* Tagging Your Fabric Swatches
* Bulk Editing Multiple Fabric Swatches
* Fussy Cutting & Rotating Fabric Swatches in Quilt Blocks
* Rotating Fabric Swatch in Borders & Binding

Let's dive in a little bit for each of these!

***

### <mark style="color:blue;">01 | Printed Fabric Swatch Dimensions</mark>

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/yYAGqROUqFyaz1occYIk" alt="" width="375"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

We've taken the guestimation out of scaling your fabric in PreQuilt. Now you can set the width of your digital fabric swatch and PreQuilt will use that dimension to scale the digital fabric swatch properly wherever it's used in your blocks, borders, and binding. No more eyeballing the scale!

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Help Guide:</mark>

[*https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/edit-printed-fabric-swatches#01-or-set-width-for-fabric-swatch*](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/edit-printed-fabric-swatches#01-or-set-width-for-fabric-swatch)

### <mark style="color:blue;">02 | Cropping & Editing Printed Fabric Swatches</mark>

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/UzgBJTrTxByyuimkEmXM" alt="" width="375"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

And while those rulers are helpful and essential to knowing how to scale your printed fabric swatches, we definitely don't want them popping up in our quilts. Now you can easily crop out the rulers or other elements from your digital fabric swatch. Whatever is outside the blue crop lines will not appear in your blocks, borders, or binding.

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Help Guide:</mark>

[*https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/edit-printed-fabric-swatches#02-or-crop-the-fabric-swatch*](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/edit-printed-fabric-swatches#02-or-crop-the-fabric-swatch)

### <mark style="color:blue;">03 | Additional Info & Yardage for Printed Fabric Swatches</mark>

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/sJ6IJMNCnXj7UTUKsa2W" alt="" width="375"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

We've also created an easier way to keep your digital fabric swatches more organized. Now you can add information like designer, collection, colorway, and SKU to each of your digital fabric swatches. You can also take note of how much of the fabric you have - or that you only have a fat quarter (FQ) of it. No worries, this is optional. The only mandatory field is a Fabric Name.

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Help Guide:</mark>

[*https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/edit-printed-fabric-swatches#03-or-input-general-information-and-yardage*](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/edit-printed-fabric-swatches#03-or-input-general-information-and-yardage)

### <mark style="color:blue;">04 | Tagging Printed Fabric Swatches</mark>

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/CdxMWHtKX7T3G8cVvGED" alt="" width="375"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

One more way to keep your printed fabric swatches organized and easily accessible in PreQuilt is our new tagging system. You can create up to 20 different tags to label your fabric swatches and each individual fabric swatch can be tagged with up to 4 different tags. This makes it super easy for you to shop from your stash when working on your quilt!

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Help Guide:</mark>

[*<mark style="color:blue;">https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/organize-printed-fabric-swatches#02-or-manage-fabric-swatches-using-tags</mark>*](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/organize-printed-fabric-swatches#02-or-manage-fabric-swatches-using-tags)

### <mark style="color:blue;">05 | Bulk Editing Multiple Fabric Swatches</mark>

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/DG3BGOvkbqP4FEpsHGsK" alt="" width="375"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

It can be quite cumbersome to input the same information over and over again or to crop out each individual ruler one at a time. Enter Bulk Editing! You can easily make the same edit, crop, tag, or input the same information to multiple fabric swatches at the same time. This is great for when you're uploading an entire collection of fabric swatches.

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Help Guide:</mark>

[*https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/edit-printed-fabric-swatches#05-or-bulk-edit-multiple-fabric-swatches*](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/edit-printed-fabric-swatches#05-or-bulk-edit-multiple-fabric-swatches)

### <mark style="color:blue;">06 | Fussy Cutting & Rotating Fabric Swatches in Quilt Blocks</mark>

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/rJwsQhnToTgeaT2ffbf4" alt="" width="375"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

We know that sometimes all you want to do is highlight a specific feature of a printed fabric (hello, Tula Pink). And now you can move your digital fabric swatch and rotate it so that you're able to customize how your digital fabric swatch is being used in your quilt blocks. It's the closest thing we have to fussy cutting!

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Help Guide:</mark>

[*https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/use-printed-fabric-swatches#02-or-use-in-a-quilt-block-fussy-cutting*](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/use-printed-fabric-swatches#02-or-use-in-a-quilt-block-fussy-cutting)

### <mark style="color:blue;">07 | Rotating Fabric Swatch in Borders & Binding</mark>

<div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/YclhGhos4BtOhVjOLzsR" alt="" width="375"><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>

And last, but not least, we've also created a feature where you can rotate the direction (by 90 degrees) of your fabric swatches being used in your quilt borders and binding. This is a real game changer if you love using stripes in your borders or binding.

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Help Guide:</mark>

[*<mark style="color:blue;">https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/use-printed-fabric-swatches#03-or-use-in-quilt-borders</mark>*](https://help.prequilt.com/prequilt-features/all-about-fabric/printed-fabric-swatches/use-printed-fabric-swatches#03-or-use-in-quilt-borders)


# November | Precision Fussy Cutting

<figure><img src="/files/tSNcsNY9YaXYq55g68qq" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Pattern Matched Precision Fussy Cutting // Created in PreQuilt</em></p></figcaption></figure>

One of the best by-products of our newest Fabric features (launched October 2023) is that you can now visualize precision and seamless pattern matched fussy cut blocks in PreQuilt.

Stick with us here and you'll learn all about how to use PreQuilt to preview and plan your precision fussy cutting - and where you can learn how to do it!

***

## <mark style="color:blue;">What is Fussy Cutting?</mark>

**Fussy Cutting** is a term that is used to describe the targeted selection and cutting from fabric of a particular image. And in quilting, these selectively cut out pieces of fabric are then either pieced together by hand (typically English Paper Piecing) or by machine to create visually stunning quilt blocks.

If you're looking for great examples of fussy cutting in quilts, use the hashtag [#fussycutting](https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/fussycutting/) on Instagram and your mind will be blown away by the endless possibilities.

## <mark style="color:blue;">What is Pattern Matched Precision Fussy Cutting?</mark>

*Disclaimer - I'm no expert on quilting, so please forgive me if there's a better term for this type of fussy cutting.*&#x20;

**Pattern Matched Precision Fussy Cutting** is the targeted selection and cutting from fabric of a particular design used in different colorway fabrics that when cut and stitched together forms a seamless, unified image pieced together using multiple fabrics.

<div><figure><img src="/files/Wc4VY2voYGfPJmnakLsb" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Fussy Fuel Block 7 by Geeky Bobbin</em></p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/SSNFHO2xitr4vuf69vdN" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Fussy Fuel Block 9 by Geeky Bobbin</em></p></figcaption></figure></div>

## <mark style="color:blue;">How to Use PreQuilt for Precision Fussy Cutting</mark>

With the new fabric features in PreQuilt, it's possible to plan and visualize all your precision fussy cutting well before cutting into your fabrics. Because, let's be honest, it's pretty scary to cut into that Tula Pink you've been holding on to for just the right project, right?

We have a detailed Help Guide available to show you how you can use static fabrics to create these seemingly seamless fussy cut blocks.

## <mark style="color:blue;">Where to Learn How to Fussy Cut</mark>*<mark style="color:blue;">\*</mark>*

If you'd like to learn how to fussy cut, there are lots of options out there. Here are a few we know of and recommend.&#x20;

### For Precision and Seamless Fussy Cutting:

[**Geeky Bobbin**](https://geekybobbin.com/) has a Fussy Cutting Block of the Month program called [**Fussy Fuel**](https://geekybobbin.com/fussyfuel) launching in January 2024. This workshop-supported BOM program includes 12 block patterns and monthly video tutorials that will build upon one another so that you can confidently machine piece together precise and seamless fussy cut blocks. If you're stumbling across this post after January 2024, not to worry, the entire program is still available as a one-time purchase.&#x20;

For more info: <https://geekybobbin.com/fussyfuel>

### For Beginner Fussy Cutting

[**Gnome Angel**](https://www.gnomeangel.com/) is an early pioneer of Fussy Cutting and published a book called [**Fussy Cutters Club**](https://shopau.gnomeangel.com/en-ca/collections/books-patterns/products/book-fussy-cutters-club-a-boot-camp-for-mastering-fabric-play-14-projects) that teaches you everything you need to know on how to fussy cut for both English Paper Piecing and using templates.

For more info: <https://www.gnomeangel.com/fussy-cutters-club/>

*\*We are not affiliated with anyone mentioned in this blog post. We have shared this information out of general support for our community and the great work being done.*\ <br>


# 2022


# October | Winter Nesting

Winter Nesting, From Trace to Quilt, Scale to Fit, Free PreQuilt Demos, QuiltCon Workshops...

## <mark style="color:blue;">Winter Nesting</mark>

Fall has arrived here in Toronto. Which means winter is coming... And I feel myself doing a sort of 'winter nesting'. What is that, you ask? Well, I feel myself starting to squirrel projects and ideas and plans (two super small concerts in November!) that I hope will help me make it through the upcoming cold weather. It's coming and I feel myself flinching.&#x20;

I'm sure I'm not unique in the sense that I do most of my making in the fall, winter and early spring. Summer is for collecting as much sunshine as possible. What are you collecting in the hopes of making? If you're in the southern hemisphere, do you have any hibernation makes to share?

At the end of this post, I'll share some quilty and sewing inspiration, should you feel yourself also wanting to winter nest.

## <mark style="color:blue;">You + PQ</mark>

We're constantly amazed by what **YOU** make using PreQuilt! So it's time for some of your show and tells!

A few months ago, **Nancy C.** emailed us inquiring about a feature she was looking for. Was there a way to import an image for tracing? We had the capability to do that for a block, but not for an entire quilt. Well, what great feedback! Gar was able to figure out how to build out a quilt tracing  feature and Nancy was able to use it to create this beauty of a quilt, '*Home is Where the Heart Is*' by tracing a map! Well done! Thanks Nancy for the great feedback and idea!&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/jCOP4HIymdD6SsjBNJR5" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>'Home Is Where the Heart Is' by Nancy C</em></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">PreQuilt Updates</mark>

There's been a lot of unsexy, behind the scenes dev work being done on the platform. Think of it all like changing your knob and tube wiring or installing a new roof. It's essential, but damn, it's really nothing to gush or go ga-ga about... But on the upside, these upgrades have improved the overall speed of the app and will ensure PreQuilt's longevity.

![](/files/Rl9OgqoAHFTFDqeIFwwZ)

One thing we'd definitely like to gush about though, is the '[*<mark style="color:blue;">**Scale to Fit**</mark>*](https://help.prequilt.com/fixes-faqs/block-editor-buttons/scale-to-fit)' button that has been added to the Block Editor. This little button ensures there's no more need to manually resize a shape to fit your block. With one click, it'll expand to fit snuggly in the space!&#x20;

See our **PreQuilt Help Guide** for directions on how to use the new '[*<mark style="color:blue;">**Scale to Fit**</mark>*](https://help.prequilt.com/fixes-faqs/block-editor-buttons/scale-to-fit)' button!

* [https://app.gitbook.com/s/PUFswdysHBJDPIJC9xe0/\~/changes/MSFK0TUALjCcNsJfdVXg/pq-buttons/in-the-block-editor/scale-to-fit](https://help.prequilt.com/fixes-faqs/block-editor-buttons/scale-to-fit)

## <mark style="color:blue;">PreQuilt Demos</mark>

If you're part of a guild and you'd like a **FREE** demo, we'd love to come (virtually)! We have a sign-up form available to gather information as well as a booking link to reserve a time!

* Sign-up form: <https://forms.gle/VfFEPjkjyUDVH2T36>
* Booking link: <https://calendly.com/prequilt/demo>

&#x20;If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out at <mark style="color:blue;"><hello@prequilt.com></mark>.&#x20;

## <mark style="color:blue;">PreQuilt Events</mark>

***February 23-26, 2023*** // [*<mark style="color:blue;">**QuiltCon**</mark>*](https://quiltcon.com/)*<mark style="color:blue;">**,**</mark> <mark style="color:blue;"></mark><mark style="color:blue;">Atlanta Georgia</mark>*

<figure><img src="/files/9NSINsYxqgzgmZV3SwMA" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

Registration is open with availability in all the PreQuilt workshops. For more info on our workshops, visit our [homepage](https://prequilt.com/) and scroll down. Or register directly at [quiltcon.com](https://quiltcon.com/)!

*Thanks for coming by for a visit and hope that you're doing well!*

*All the best, Gar & Laura*

## <mark style="color:blue;">Appendix: Laura's Winter Nesting Projects</mark>

I'm a quilter, sewist, and puzzler. These are some of the projects that are either on my Santa wish list or in my To Do pile. As the weather gets colder and I'm less tempted to leave the house, I'm hoping to enjoy these projects! What are you looking forward to?

### <mark style="color:blue;">Quilting Projects</mark>

I have a few personal designs that I've built into PreQuilt that I'd love to tackle this winter. I'll share down the line when I finally start tackling them. But for now, I'm going to invest in some UFOs and a fun quiltalong.

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Kinship - 100 Days, 100 Blocks (UFO since 2021)</mark>

![](/files/HhPnPZXniKz6IY7mrnlV)

I started this quilt last summer during Gnome Angel's quiltalong. I'd love to finish it up this winter! Since I loved the 80 block layout, I'm doing that one. Win, win, since I love square quilts and not doing 100 blocks. Alas, though, I got stumped at block 15 (my piecing wasn't very accurate with my quarter inch seams).

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Quilt Buzz Bingo 2022 - Plus Design</mark>

![](/files/4nMwFU1XYQXtwuvfam56)

I love this design by the Quilt Buzz ladies and with the quiltalong going on right now, I thought it might be a great entry quilt to the winter weather. Would be nice to have something cheerful to snuggle under on the couch during movie night!

### <mark style="color:blue;">Garment Projects</mark>

![](/files/lDQZlb2F2eOsTxWNFBbx)

#### [<mark style="color:blue;">The Florence Top by Merchant & Mills</mark>](https://merchantandmills.com/store/patterns/pdf/the-florence-pdf/)

I've been spying on this top for months. I love all the variations that people make and post on IG. I've gathered the fabric and the pattern (but I still gotta print and tile it...). I just gotta slap the two together and I'll hopefully have a cute top to layer under a cardigan to bring a bit of joy during the winter.

![](/files/t68K1nrmGJk2ayij31UQ)

#### [Elastic Tie Sweater by The Assembly Line](https://theassemblylineshop.com/products/elastic-tie-sweater-sewing-pattern)

I've already made one of these and I LOVE it so much. It's so cute and versatile that I know it'll be a staple in my wardrobe. I've cut it out already in some lovely Nani Iro double gauze I got for my 40th birthday, so I think it'll be like walking around in a hug.

### <mark style="color:blue;">Puzzles!</mark>

![](/files/7LvFfyXFCyEy861CKjy6)

#### [<mark style="color:blue;">Anni by Four Points Puzzles</mark>](https://fourpointpuzzles.com/products/anni)

What a beauty for any quilter! Dear Santa...


# Articles & Blog Posts

Here's what other people have to say! Thank you!

## <mark style="color:blue;">Our First Break</mark>

I want to take this moment to say a big thank you to Abby Glassenberg of [*<mark style="color:blue;">While She Naps.</mark>*](https://whileshenaps.com/) Abby was the **very** **first person** who reached out to us and wrote about PreQuilt.

Gar and I believe strongly in the importance of working hard and showing up. You gotta keep moving the needle and keep showing up. But we also believe that success doesn't happen without luck. And we consider ourselves to be so lucky to have caught Abby's attention in July 2018 - the very month we launched our PreQuilt as our software as a service.

With Abby's nod and recommendation, things just started to slowly and organically roll along. And we are so grateful for it, because who knows where we'd be without it!

&#x20;&#x20;

## <mark style="color:blue;">Online Articles & Blogs about PreQuilt</mark>

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="files"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Stitched in Color</strong></td><td>July 2024</td><td></td><td><a href="https://www.stitchedincolor.com/blog/2024/7/22/5-tips-to-get-started-with-prequilt">https://www.stitchedincolor.com/blog/2024/7/22/5-tips-to-get-started-with-prequilt</a></td><td><a href="/files/xuD4ItYqIA1ecbZt17Ul">/files/xuD4ItYqIA1ecbZt17Ul</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Suzy Quilts</strong></td><td>March 2024</td><td></td><td><a href="https://suzyquilts.com/best-way-to-pick-fabric-for-a-quilt/">https://suzyquilts.com/best-way-to-pick-fabric-for-a-quilt/</a></td><td><a href="/files/fR6v2jPZL7ltAYHJpvqE">/files/fR6v2jPZL7ltAYHJpvqE</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>While She Naps</strong></td><td>July 2018</td><td>July 24, 2018</td><td><a href="https://whileshenaps.com/prequilt-is-a-sleek-new-design-tool-for-quilters/">https://whileshenaps.com/prequilt-is-a-sleek-new-design-tool-for-quilters/</a></td><td><a href="/files/dqd2XOQ9eZSReMDvk8EF">/files/dqd2XOQ9eZSReMDvk8EF</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Mentioned On</mark>

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="files"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Geeky Bobbin</strong></td><td>February 2024</td><td></td><td><a href="https://geekybobbin.com/interplay/">https://geekybobbin.com/interplay/</a></td><td><a href="/files/kTwYtG5PE8A9RKryG1vH">/files/kTwYtG5PE8A9RKryG1vH</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Sewing Machine Fun</strong></td><td>April 2023</td><td></td><td><a href="https://www.sewingmachinefun.com/free-quilt-design-software/">https://www.sewingmachinefun.com/free-quilt-design-software/</a></td><td><a href="/files/SB0fFFHyGheAe2j5vqbE">/files/SB0fFFHyGheAe2j5vqbE</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>My Quilt Projects</strong></td><td>February 2019</td><td></td><td><a href="https://myquiltprojects.wordpress.com/2019/02/21/quilt-design-software-for-free/">https://myquiltprojects.wordpress.com/2019/02/21/quilt-design-software-for-free/</a></td><td><a href="/files/LR0RDOIXIPytMuSSG2HR">/files/LR0RDOIXIPytMuSSG2HR</a></td></tr></tbody></table>


# Podcasts & YouTube

## <mark style="color:blue;">On the Air & Video</mark>

Thank you to these wonderful podcasts and YouTubers that have invited us to your show! Laura had an amazing time chatting with these amazing hosts.

If you want to hear a bit of our sometimes humorous take on PreQuilt, please have a listen!

&#x20; &#x20;

## <mark style="color:blue;">Podcasts Interviews with Laura about PreQuilt</mark>

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="files"></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Fussy Cutters Club</strong></td><td>February  2024</td><td></td><td><a href="/files/JAaQopQG3CBv8w8qlck6">/files/JAaQopQG3CBv8w8qlck6</a></td><td><a href="https://www.gnomeangel.com/ep004/">https://www.gnomeangel.com/ep004/</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Quilt Buzz</strong></td><td>May 2020</td><td></td><td><a href="/files/E0RuQhElKkfrmImVeb9j">/files/E0RuQhElKkfrmImVeb9j</a></td><td><a href="https://quiltbuzzpodcast.com/podcast/episode-004-laura-of-prequilt">https://quiltbuzzpodcast.com/podcast/episode-004-laura-of-prequilt</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Just Wanna Quilt</strong></td><td>July 2019</td><td></td><td><a href="/files/yrNYTdOkNpuFHhAzDtse">/files/yrNYTdOkNpuFHhAzDtse</a></td><td><a href="https://www.justwannaquilt.com/podcast/episode/78d8d5f4/laura-henneberry-of-prequilt-joins-us-to-talk-about-her-new-company">https://www.justwannaquilt.com/podcast/episode/78d8d5f4/laura-henneberry-of-prequilt-joins-us-to-talk-about-her-new-company</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

***

## <mark style="color:blue;">YouTube Videos about PreQuilt</mark>

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="files"></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Epida Studio</strong></td><td>May 2025</td><td><a href="/files/HkV2bvZmUP06YNyAPEZE">/files/HkV2bvZmUP06YNyAPEZE</a></td><td><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otq6HuTkjSU">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otq6HuTkjSU</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Retirement Smiles</strong></td><td>February 2025</td><td><a href="/files/Onl56sSovZch4YIGq3fB">/files/Onl56sSovZch4YIGq3fB</a></td><td><a href="https://youtu.be/nloI_6C1298?si=ltc_d48b9KKKgKYD&#x26;t=91">https://youtu.be/nloI_6C1298?si=ltc_d48b9KKKgKYD&#x26;t=91</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Quilter on Fire</strong></td><td>February 2025</td><td><a href="/files/Fjys88rwoPru6CJiM3Qf">/files/Fjys88rwoPru6CJiM3Qf</a></td><td><a href="https://youtu.be/0e9CG6uG3Oo?si=3SBTpUsEm2jUVPVn&#x26;t=455">https://youtu.be/0e9CG6uG3Oo?si=3SBTpUsEm2jUVPVn&#x26;t=455</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Just Get It Done Quilts</strong></td><td>June 2021</td><td><a href="/files/GTXO7Aj1l5Def5QmqRVz">/files/GTXO7Aj1l5Def5QmqRVz</a></td><td><a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/sV576ma9TgQ?si=RNP2G4IlqqWaaPMc">https://www.youtube.com/live/sV576ma9TgQ?si=RNP2G4IlqqWaaPMc</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Just Get It Done Quilts</strong></td><td>November 2019</td><td><a href="/files/VQp5QPfN3hZ9SlHoMi9U">/files/VQp5QPfN3hZ9SlHoMi9U</a></td><td><a href="https://youtu.be/IP9paRRhZNM?si=60anox0h1YEtdONo">https://youtu.be/IP9paRRhZNM?si=60anox0h1YEtdONo</a></td></tr></tbody></table>


# Customer Testimonials

In our customers' own words...

## <mark style="color:blue;">A Thank You from PreQuilt</mark>

Thank you to all our wonderful customers, we wouldn't be here without you and we are so thankful to have carved out a small part in this industry!

But on top of that, a very special thank you to everyone who has emailed us with their kind words (a collection below) and to anyone who has given us their feedback and suggestions. You are all priceless!

***

## <mark style="color:blue;">Testimonials</mark>

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><p><em>"I love PreQuilt, it helps me when trying to decide on colors and how the overall quilt will look!"</em> </p><p><em>-</em> Claudia D.</p></td></tr><tr><td><p><em>"PreQuilt is amazing. I love seeing creations in many different colors."</em> </p><p>- Lucie S, Belguim</p></td></tr></tbody></table>

***

<div><figure><img src="/files/atpDLxgncTOVqGzjdyQW" alt=""><figcaption><p>Lori's before blocks</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/AnBkplJwwHAEXXT9g8Yz" alt=""><figcaption><p>Lori's new quilt using old blocks</p></figcaption></figure></div>

*"The first photo is the only one I took of these blocks before they went into "time out" early in the pandemic. They were from a fall 2019 workshop (Tamara Kate, How to Make a Traditional Block Modern). Finishing the piecing and assembly of these blocks seemed like an ideal lockdown project, but the mustard colour just made my anxiety worse and worse. So off they went into a project box until the 2022 York Heritage TGIF President's Challenge.*

*I didn't want to waste all the time and expensive fabric but the mustard was still too much. So, I pondered a way to introduce more navy blue to tone it down a bit. I imported the photo of the blocks laid out on my design wall into PreQuilt as "fabric". Then, using navy blue as a background fabric, I played with various layouts of the drunkard's path blocks. Once I was happy, I sewed the flying geese units into 12" squares and cut 12" squares of navy blue. I stacked a background square and a flying geese square and cut the drunkard's path units. I swapped the two "fabrics" and assembled new blocks in the layout as decided in PreQuilt.*

*I'm very happy with the finished quilt. It won a prize in the President's Challenge (no need to tell everyone it was a random draw)."*&#x20;

\- Lori D, Toronto

***

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><p>"<em>Thank you so much for creating this thoughtful and comprehensive app for the quilting world! It's so easy to use and I was able to transition to your app from Adobe in a day."</em> </p><p>- Jackie K. </p></td></tr><tr><td><p><em>"I just wanted to say thank you for creating PreQuilt! I am a PhD student who has been obsessed with quilting for the past couple of</em><br><em>years, and when I started using PreQuilt to create my own designs, it opened up a whole new creative outlet. I use it almost every day and love watching my designs accumulate. Thank you for maintaining such a wonderful product -- I'll always be a fan!"</em></p><p>- Reed W. </p></td></tr></tbody></table>


# Gnome Angel AddOns

## <mark style="color:blue;">Collaborating with Gnome Angel</mark>

We've been so happy to collaborate with Angie from Gnome Angel numerous times since we met in 2019. The PreQuilt Addon unlocks the entire 100 blocks designed by Angie for each of the below quilts. Once unlocked, you can fussy cut or assign fabrics to each of the block as you desire.

You are able to purchase an exclusive PreQuilt addon for each of these quilts for $5.00 (one time cost).&#x20;

&#x20;&#x20;

## <mark style="color:blue;">Gnome Angel AddOns</mark>

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# Quilt Your Own Adventure

Collaboration with Amanda Carye of Broadcloth Studio

<figure><img src="/files/Asy3rveFvuJTNMZBGlwi" alt=""><figcaption><p><a href="https://app.prequilt.com/qyoa">app.prequilt.com/qyoa</a></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">About the Book</mark>

<figure><img src="/files/HbyZ99p1jrqewITtc0B7" alt=""><figcaption><p><em><mark style="color:blue;">Modern Quilt Blocks and Layouts to Help You Design Your Own Quilt with Confidence</mark></em></p></figcaption></figure>

In this design-it-yourself quilt book, the quilter is in the driver’s seat, empowering you to decide what size, layout, and combinations of blocks you want to use to create your own one-of-a-kind quilt. Unlike a traditional book of quilt patterns, this book does not prescribe a design. Instead, Quilt Your Own Adventure gives you a range of block options that all work together so that you can pick and choose and mix and match those blocks to create your own unique design.

The book encourages and supports you, the quilter, as you explore designing your own pattern, providing all the tedious legwork (a.k.a. the math) so that you can focus on creating a final design that is all your own. In addition there will also be a suite of pre-designed patterns as inspiration for anyone who prefers a little extra structure to start.

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Quilt Your Own Adventure includes:</mark>

* 30 modern quilt block designs
* 7 quilt top layout formulas
* 7 patterns that you can follow or use to help inspire your own design instructions that are easy to follow for beginners and advanced beginners

Whether you're a beginning quilter or an experienced maker looking for a fun, new challenge, Quilt Your Own Adventure will give you the confidence to create beautiful, modern quilts that are uniquely your own.

<mark style="color:blue;">**Buy the Book**</mark>: <https://www.broadclothstudio.com/my-book>

## <mark style="color:blue;">About the Collaboration</mark>

<figure><img src="/files/JIBbD0S4KEnFTaJFDQL9" alt=""><figcaption><p>Example of a starter quilt layout included in Addon</p></figcaption></figure>

Using the book as your guide, this PreQuilt collaboration will let you explore and preview all your block and quilt adventures in the colors and fabrics you love. To get started on your quilt adventure, choose a quilt layout, place your blocks according to the quilt map, rotate them the way you like, and change your colors or fabrics to design your own quilt adventure!

This collaboration add-on comes loaded with: 49 quilt layout maps and 7 sample quilts. Each of these starter quilts come loaded with the 30 quilt blocks from the book.

Once you have your quilt envisioned, use the book for fabric requirements and assembly instructions!

## <mark style="color:blue;">Tutorial Videos | How to Go on a Quilt Adventure in PreQuilt</mark>

We know that there's a little bit of a learning curve with PreQuilt. And we don't want that to hold you back from embarking on this adventure with us!

So, we've created 2 tutorial videos to go along with the Quilt Your Own Adventure AddOn to help you get started.

{% embed url="<https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=81s&v=xO0bCGDmNuU>" %}

{% embed url="<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CvCeJfE9Yw>" %}

## <mark style="color:blue;">How to Unlock Your Addon</mark>

To use the Quilt Your Own Adventure Digital Assets, you will need a PreQuilt account (Basic or Market plan subscription) and the access code available via the digital download link (QR code) in the book.

1. <mark style="color:blue;">**Log into**</mark> your PreQuilt account.
2. On the dashboard, click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**ADDONS tab**</mark>.

   <figure><img src="/files/otSqHjYpRzkMKfVXh478" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
3. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Open**</mark> button on the Quilt Your Own Adventure tile.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/Lp2SRd2AL4S8iKtPLWWB" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
4. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Learn More**</mark> button on the pop-up. It will direct you to a separate microsite.

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/PDErihRBb1A67AGNoLAG" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
5. Scroll to the bottom and <mark style="color:blue;">**input the special code**</mark> found using the special QR code from the book and click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Submit**</mark> button.

   <figure><img src="/files/lOnDBMXAueFzmgn1DqUu" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
6. Your access will be granted and this will appear. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Go to Dashboard**</mark> button.

   <figure><img src="/files/itejt7TD63RdJpiZxT5D" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
7. You will be directed back to the ADDONS dashboard. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Open**</mark> button on your Quilt Your Own Adventure tile. (You will notice that it is now unlocked).

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/pr821ga7EV9p6C7u1EJW" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>
8. The folder will expand down with all the AddOn options available.

   <figure><img src="/files/WsO5EkRnzwtykDfhqaE9" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>
9. Click on the <mark style="color:blue;">**Import**</mark> button for a starter quilt you'd like to use!

   <div align="left"><figure><img src="/files/eQw30Tq5L7fkGLyFFZLo" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure></div>


# Quilts by You

## Finished Quilts

We love seeing what you create in PreQuilt - and best of all - the final quilts. Here's a collection of quilts created by PreQuilters.

<figure><img src="/files/ZQROEzZnZWgtulJG53Ll" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>'Home Is Where the Heart Is' by Nancy C</em></p></figcaption></figure>

#### <mark style="color:blue;">Home is Where the Heart Is by Nancy C.</mark>

A few months ago, **Nancy C.** emailed us inquiring about a feature she was looking for. Was there a way to import an image for tracing? We had the capability to do that for a block, but not for an entire quilt. Well, what great feedback! Gar was able to figure out how to build out a quilt tracing  feature and Nancy was able to use it to create this beauty of a quilt, '*Home is Where the Heart Is*' by tracing a map! Well done! Thanks Nancy for the great feedback and idea!&#x20;


# Featured Designers

Meet the Maker

We here at PreQuilt are so fortunate to have such wonderful makers use PreQuilt!&#x20;

We'd like to use this space to introduce some of the names and faces behind some of the digital coloring pages you see here at PreQuilt.

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[01 | Patch & Dot](/pq-+-you/featured-designers/01-or-patch-and-dot)
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[02 | The Geeky Bobbin](/pq-+-you/featured-designers/02-or-the-geeky-bobbin)
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# 01 | Patch & Dot

<figure><img src="/files/Vxkd3vQizJwPWIgMI2uh" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Stephanie of Patch &#x26; Dot</em></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Meet Stephanie of Patch & Dot - Our First Featured Designer!</mark>&#x20;

You probably didn't know, but Stephanie has been a long time supporter of PreQuilt, even before we had a paid option. She's also a seriously talented quilt pattern designer and is the founder of [**Patch & Dot**](https://shop.patchanddot.com/)!

She has a two different block based quilts available as [digital coloring pages](https://app.prequilt.com/market/patchanddot) on PreQuilt and she has a few amazing FPP based alphabet libraries. Our favorite is the [Blackletter Alphabet Quilt](https://shop.patchanddot.com/products/complete-blackletter-quilt-pattern-bundle-alphabet-numbers) pattern and it is available in uppercase, lowercase, and numbers!

* Patch & Dot Digital Coloring Pages: <https://app.prequilt.com/market/patchanddot>
* Patch & Dot Pattern Shop: <https://shop.patchanddot.com/collections/all>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Featured Quilt | Sugarcubes</mark>

<figure><img src="/files/0mAxIVOs22JDDZ5OXUUq" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Sugarcubes by Patch &#x26; Dot</em></p></figcaption></figure>

#### <mark style="color:blue;">About Sugarcubes</mark>

The [Sugarcubes](https://shop.patchanddot.com/products/sugarcubes-quilt-pattern-pdf) block is a modern twist on the classic Broken Sugar Bowl block. The more I quilt, the more I've come to value patterns that consist of a single block that can be combined to create multiple looks, and the Sugarcubes quilt is exactly that. Using the balance of colour values suggested in the pattern creates a top with a lot of sparkle and movement ... but you can change these up to create almost infinite results.

#### <mark style="color:blue;">PreQuilt's Thoughts</mark>

We love that the entire quilt is created from using a single block over and over again, but in so many different fabric combinations! Here you can see an amazing version in prints, but it's also striking in solids as well. Plus, the best part? It's fat quarter friendly, which means that you can use all those really fun FQ prints you have in your stash and never know how to use!&#x20;

## <mark style="color:blue;">A Bit About Patch & Dot</mark>

#### What year did you start your company?

2018

#### What is your favorite step in the pattern design process?

Choosing fabric colours and print mixes for sample quilts.

#### Do you have a favorite color?

Periwinkle blue

#### What is your favorite PreQuilt feature?

Without question the randomize feature! It opens up so many possibilities and I love the fact that you can lock in colours and create even more variations from there.

*April 06, 2023*


# 02 | The Geeky Bobbin

<div><figure><img src="/files/vFYMYLjyeGEcSFLGZW15" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>The Geeky Bobbin</em></p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/U8ra9hMycTJCeb4VK5wi" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Bobbie Gentili</em></p></figcaption></figure></div>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Meet Bobbie of The Geeky Bobbin</mark>

Bobbie Gentili is the founder of [**The Geeky Bobbin**](https://geekybobbin.com/) and has been a long-time PreQuilter creating digital coloring pages for her mind-blowing quilts from PreQuilt's very beginning. In addition to designing bold, geometric quilt designs, she's also a longarmer, lecturer, and quilt teacher.&#x20;

Most of her quilts are fat quarter friendly, which makes them amazingly helpful at stash busting.&#x20;

* The Geeky Bobbin Digital Coloring Pages: <https://app.prequilt.com/market/geekybobbin>
* The Geeky Bobbin Pattern Shop: <https://shop.geekybobbin.com/collections/pdf-patterns>

## <mark style="color:blue;">Featured Quilt | I Wove U</mark>

<figure><img src="/files/Nuqx4gDzttLCWQeImSWl" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>I Wove U (Queen) by The Geeky Bobbin</em></p></figcaption></figure>

#### <mark style="color:blue;">About I Wove U</mark>

[**I Wove U**](https://shop.geekybobbin.com/collections/pdf-patterns/products/iwoveu) has big blocks, meaning the quilt top comes together in no time! Between the two block layout options, block rotations, and the sashing-vs-minimal background, this pattern has a lot of possibilities for you to put your unique touch on it. It also comes in a variety of sizes, depending on how many heart blocks you make.

#### <mark style="color:blue;">PreQuilt's Thoughts</mark>

We love all the options this quilt design provides and that the choice of fabrics can lend itself to either plaid like transparency hearts or Celtic knot like hearts. At first glance, this quilt looks a bit intimidating due to the curved hearts, but upon closer inspection, you realize that those curves will be pretty smooth because the blocks are so big and I bet you can make this!&#x20;

## <mark style="color:blue;">A Bit About The Geeky Bobbin</mark>

#### What year did you start your company?

2017

#### What is your favorite step in the pattern design process?

I love playing with fabric placement and seeing how changing it up can change the overall look of a pattern, revealing secondary designs.

#### Do you have a favorite color?

I'm currently on a pink kick!

#### What is your favorite PreQuilt feature?

I really like the options for randomizing colors. I especially love being able to lock down some of the color tags, and randomizing from a limited color palette/fabric pull.

*April 19, 2023*


# Free Guild Demos

## <mark style="color:blue;">PreQuilt Demos</mark>

If you're part of a guild and you'd like a **FREE** demo, we'd love to come (virtually)!&#x20;

The demo is roughly 45 minutes and you will walk away with a handful of use cases of where PreQuilt can align with your quilting practice.

&#x20;If you have any questions or would like to book a demo, please don't hesitate to reach out at <mark style="color:blue;"><hello@prequilt.com></mark>.&#x20;


# Digital Coloring Pages

Market Plan Feature

<figure><img src="/files/MAOujA9fXYjn3OmJg911" alt=""><figcaption><p><a href="https://prequilt.vercel.app/market/patchanddot/1679974648525"><em><mark style="color:blue;">Digital coloring page for Sugarcubes by Patch &#x26; Dot</mark></em></a></p></figcaption></figure>

## <mark style="color:blue;">PreQuilt Digital Coloring Pages</mark>

A **PreQuilt Digital Coloring Page** is an online interactive coloring page of a quilt design. Using PreQuilt's color tags, a quilter can quickly and realistically visualize a designer's quilt design using different colors or fabrics than the provided cover quilt.

As the starting point, the quilt designer can preset a digital coloring page using the same fabrics as the cover quilt. But when a quilt maker uses the digital coloring page, they can update and change the fabrics to ones they'd like to use without altering the design of the quilt.

Once fabrics for the quilt have been selected by the maker, an image of the quilt and the fabric swatches being used can be downloaded and printed for reference when shopping and sewing.

If the quilter has not already bought the quilt pattern, there is also a Call to Action (CTA) button built into each digital coloring page that directs people to the quilt designer's online shop to buy the pattern.

## <mark style="color:blue;">Value of Digital Coloring Pages</mark>

As you can image, there is great value in being able to preview all the potential different fabrics long before cutting into them. Your customers will benefit greatly from being able to quickly visualize your quilt design using their own fabrics and colors.&#x20;

Feedback we've received from quilters about digital coloring pages:

* Seeing is believing and they get excited to get started once they've picked all their fabrics.
* They have confidence that their version will also look amazing and that they've chosen the right fabrics for the pattern.
* With the cutting and assembly information provided in the pattern, they hit the ground running and are more likely to finish the quilt.
* They love using the downloaded quilt map to help keep them organized during the quilt making process. No more accidentally flipped blocks!

## <mark style="color:blue;">About Creating a Digital Coloring Page</mark>

It's super quick and easy to create a digital coloring page in PreQuilt!&#x20;

First, you'll need to create (or recreate) your quilt design in PreQuilt. Once that's completed, one click of a button will convert your quilt design into an interactive digital coloring page that maintains all the same logic found in the quilt pattern instructions. You can customize your digital coloring page URL as well as add additional information about the quilt.

Once created, you can feature your digital coloring page on both the main PreQuilt Market page as well as your own personal PreQuilt profile page.&#x20;

## <mark style="color:blue;">PreQuilt Pricing</mark>

Creating digital coloring pages is a Market Plan feature and a PreQuilt subscription can be bought on a monthly ($10 USD/mo) or annual ($100 USD/yr) basis. A quilt designer can create an unlimited number of quilts and can keep ideas and WIPs private until they're ready to launch!

Once a digital coloring page is created, it is free for others to use. If the user has a PreQuilt subscription, a copy of the digital coloring page can also be saved to their account for future editing or use.