Gather round fellow quilters
and write down your wishes
as we bring you another MDG version of
“Twas’ 3 weeks before Christmas”

(or more accurately…IT IS 3 weeks before Christmas)

It’s 3 weeks before Christmas and throughout our little shop
we’re attempting to make this your favorite stop.
Our wish for our shop? We hope it inspires…
so let’s take a tour to find your heart's desires

Our 'For Evergreen' Tree is hung up with care Use it to spruce up your home, put some magic in the air It’s the perfect décor to display on your wall It’s majestic, regal, and 40 inches tall.

Speaking of rugs….you can make one of those, too! Create your very own in yellow, green, or blue! All you’ll need is the pattern, batting, and a jelly roll Give them as Christmas gifts, spreading cheer is the goal!

December Online Special  Our featured online item for this month is a  Rotating Cutting Mat  (14" x 14")

Triple Barnstar Quilt Pattern Want a quick weekend project? We suggest this Triple Barnstar quilt designed by Amy Gibson. You can make either a throw or queen size quilt in no time, using fat quarters or your favorite layer cake. We’ve got quite the selection of Moda layer cakes to choose from. Pick one that inspires you and get started! Sew Essential Tote Pattern Essentially, this bag is essential to the keeping of all your sewing essentials. Okay, you get the point. This bag is a neat little item to have when trying to keep your sewing room organized or for toting along supplies to a retreat. Interior pockets keep your thread, bobbins, and scissors secure and in one spot.

Diamond Drops Ornament Pattern Add your own personal touch to your Christmas tree this year with these delight diamond drop ornaments from Poor House Quilt Designs. Hang them from your mantle, wreath, or tree to bring that small touch of handmade charm into your home.  CareFree Cacti Pattern For those of you who weren’t blessed with a green thumb.. .now you too can have an indoor house plant. No water required! This pattern allows you to make an 11” spiky cactus, a 6” tall cactus, and a 4” round cactus…out of fabric of course!

Tessie Tassel Fob Pattern A little bit of bling for your key ring, purse, or suitcase. There's no sewing required, but you'll want to have a rotary cutter on hand. A fabulous and fun accessory, you'll have all your friends wanting one of these too!  Farm Delivery Pattern Decorate your drab tea towels, with a darling, applique farm scene: a pickup truck hauling a cow, followed by a cute, little puppy dog. Finish it off by adding some buttons to the truck. Finished size: 5" x 11".

Harriet's Handwork from Moda From Betsy Chutchian comes a collection of reproduction fabrics entitled Harriet's Handwork. Comprised of soft pinks, dark reds, and chocolate-y browns, its colors provide a beautiful backdrop for its prints, which consist of large and small leaves and florals, along with a geometric pattern designed to mimic a bobbin box.

Farmhouse II from Moda Your antidote for the winter blues, Fig Tree Quilts is gifting you with bright and cheery greens, aquas, and corals. Large floral patterns, along with apple and basket weave prints will have you transport you to warm summer days. Layer Cakes, Jelly Rolls, Charm Packs, and Mini Charms available.

Weather Permitting from Moda Today's forecast calls for clouds with a chance of...sewing? With Janet Claire's new collection in stock, we're thinking there's a high chance. Dusty blue and navy collide with prints of clouds, raindrops, and weather maps creating the perfect sewing climate just for you.

All Weather Friend from Moda The colors in this collection are designed to make you think of creeks, leaves, sunshine, and apples, while the prints bring flowers, wind, and flurries to mind. Meant to reflect all seasons, this cheery collection pays tribute to the type of friends who walk with you through each and every one of those seasons.

Avery Hill from Robert Kaufman  A small, yet lovely collection- Avery Hill includes great springtime prints to add to your stash. It's an excellent combo of both simple vine prints along with large and bold flower prints. In addition, two border prints are also available. Colors include: gold-ish yellows, sage green, lavender and sky blue.

Paris Romance from Robert Kaufman  Let the roses and the soft colors of this collection whisk you away to a romantic summer evening in Paris. The color palette consists of blush pink, coral, yellow, and light green along with various shades of blue.

Prairie Grass from Moda  Earthy, muted tones of green, cream and brown color this collection consisting of various types of grass and plant prints. According to designer Holly Taylor the "inspiration [for this collection] was an embossed greeting card. We loved the depth and shading it had so we meticulously worked to achieve that effect."