Moda LOVE Blog Tour

 

 

Join us in sharing some Moda Love and make your own version of the Moda Love Quilt. Follow the Blog Tour to see how our favorite Moda Designers used their fabric collections with the Moda Love pattern. Share the love and post your finished quilt along with #modablogtour on your favorite social media site! You can also search the #modablogtour hashtag to see all the different color versions for inspiration. Here are the blogs to tour each day!

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014
Janet Clare Designs – http://janetclare.co.uk/blog/
Kate Spain – http://katespaindesigns.blogspot.com/
Thimbleblossoms – http://www.camilleroskelley.typepad.com/

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014
Amy Ellis – http://amyscreativeside.com/
Eric +Julie Comstock- http://cosmocricket.typepad.com/
Stephanie Ryan Design Studio – http://www.stephanieryan.com/blog/

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014
Malka Dubrawski – http://stitchindye.blogspot.com/
Blackbird Designs – http://blackbird-designs.blogspot.com/
Lauren + Jessi Jung – http://laurenandjessiblog.com/
Lella Boutique – http://lellaboutique.blogspot.com/

SEPTEMBER 5, 2014
Basic Grey – http://blog.basicgrey.com/
Fig Tree and Co. – http://figtreequilts.typepad.com/my_weblog/
Pat Sloan – http://blog.patsloan.com/

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014
April Rosenthal – http://www.aprilrosenthal.com/
French General – http://frenchgeneral.blogspot.com/
Minick and Simpson – http://minickandsimpson.blogspot.com/

SEPTEMBER 9, 2014
Cotton Way – http://cottonway.blogspot.com/
Sandy Gervais – http://piecesfrommyheart-sgervais.blogspot.com/
Primitive Gatherings – http://lisabongean.wordpress.com/

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014
Bunny Hill – http://bunnyhillblog.com/
Deb Strain -  http://debstrain.blogspot.com/
Kansas Troubles – http://kansastroublesquilters-lynne.blogspot.com/

SEPTEMBER 11, 2014
Kathy Schmitz – http://kathyschmitzstudio.blogspot.com/
Laundry Basket Quilts – http://www.laundrybasketquilts.com/blog/index.php
Zen Chic – http://www.farbstoff-bridge.blogspot.com

SEPTEMBER 12, 2014
Me and My Sister Designs – http://meandmysisterdesigns.com/blog/
Jan Patek – http://janpatek.blogspot.com/
Sweetwater – http://sweetwater.typepad.com/makelifesweet/

SEPTEMBER 13, 2014
Winners Announced on ALL Designer Blogs listed above

Patterns for Life - Laurel Dress by Colette Patterns

 

I know you may not believe me when I say this...but there IS such a thing as a perfect pattern. What qualifies for such a lofty adjective you ask? Well here are my criteria for what makes a pattern, perfect!

 

1. It has well-written directions/easy to follow

2. It is fairly quick to create

3. It can be made in lots of fabrics for not a lot of fabric

4. Lots of potential customizations and easy-to-make adjustments

5. Actually fits (and FEELS GOOD to wear)

6. I want to make it again

 

 

And you guessed it...I'm here to show off a pattern that fits ALL those requirements! Incredible isn't it? Well I've learned to expect to incredible from the design mind behind Colette Patterns, Sarai Mitnick because every time this lady releases another pretty pattern, I'm just floored! It usually starts of like "How hasn't anyone designed THIS before?"...sometimes genius is found in utter simplicity and with the Laurel Dress, there's no exception. This super simple yet totally chic shift dress is THE DRESS that belongs in every woman's closet so its definitely a little shocking that it took until 2013 (believe me, CAROLINE AND I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR YEARS) to get this perfect of a frock on the market...but I GUESS perfection can't be rushed!

 

All I'm saying is...this is the dress you can wear to any event, on any occasion, in any kind of fabric no matter what your body type!

 

 

Not only is it THE ONLY DRESS I've wanted to make in every one of my favorite fabrics (great for slashing your stash), but you can easily convert this design into a pretty and feminine blouse! 

See even more examples from their photoshoot here!

 

 

 

PLUS!! Sarai created this amazing and FREE bonus booklet with 9 different variations! The Extras Booklet is a totally free download (you don’t even need to buy the pattern), and includes a Basics sections with full instructions on making and using bias tape, plus photo-illustrated instructions for creating any of the variations you see, and even a few extra small pattern pieces to help! Here are some of my favorite variations!

 

 

 

 

As you know, if its an incredible new dress pattern, our girl Caroline will be the first to try it out! And she absolutely LOVED it!! She used a gorgeous hand painted print from Tangier Ikat by Dena Designs for Free Spirit Fabrics and my goodness, it came out totally gorgeous! Proof that you can go BIG with prints when creating Laurel, something Caroline was a little nervous about but totally got over once it was finished! I mean just look at that WOW of a dress! She had some adjustments to make for her figure (you can read about those here) but it was all super easy, looks amazing on her and its comfy to wear!

So, have I inspired you yet?? Seriously if you're not heading to the Cabbage Rose to pick out some new fabric and purchase this pattern RIGHT NOW, I don't know what you're doing with your life!! Okay that was a bit strong, but still! This dress is just dying to made a million different ways and get lots of wear in your wardrobe! Make it in a solid with a little extra detail if you can't see yourself making a dozen of them...you will get so much mileage out of a navy or black shift dress! Add a little ruffle detail to the neck and you fancy!

I'll be sharing another design that's knocking our socks off later this week so stay tuned and...
HAPPY SEWING!!

Draft + Sew a Custom Circle Skirt with Caroline!

 

So if you haven't popped over to the Sew Caroline blog in awhile, I think you'll all be thrilled to see what she has recently cooked up! None of us has that hard of a time keeping up with the trends, I mean, you do have to walk by all those cute clothes at Target anyways! And if you've paid attention at all, you know circle skirts are EVERYWHERE! Mini, midi and everywhere in between, circle skirts are IN right now. And wouldn't you know,  Caroline just wrote a 4-part series on her blog on how to draft AND sew your very own custom circle skirt.

 

That's right ladies. A custom fit. Like, perfect for you!! 

 

And all it take is just a little bit of measuring, math (don't worry...she did all the formula work, you just put your measurements in), a quick bit of sketching, cutting and of course, sewing and you're on your way to a brand new skirt, honey! In WHATEVER fabric is tickling your fancy! Caroline used a beautiful Bari J. print from her collection Lily Belle and my, oh my, it just turned out perfect! Amazing fit Caroline! You can achieve it too! Just head on over to Sew Caroline and walk yourself through the 4 simple parts!

 

 

     

 

And don't forget to sign up for one of her amazing dress Classes this Fall!

 

Happy Sewing!



Pattern Feature: The Staple Dress by April Rhodes

 

 

I don't know about you but I have been on the lookout for a very specific, very simple dress pattern for ages and I think the search was finally over once I laid eyes on The Staple Dress by April Rhodes! It reads classic and modern at the same time and I'm pretty sure there will be 5 of these in my closet by the end of the Summer.

 

 

This dress has a lot of ease to the fit through the bus and hips while the shirring at the waist creates a flattering silhouette for any figure! You can create it with a classic straight hem or with the dramatic and trendy drop hem! Pockets are also an option, but c'mon...who wants a dress without pockets?

 

 

 

The Staple Dress can truly be worn anywhere depending on what fabric you use! I love the look of an eyelet, but it would be an awesome every day dress made in a neutral jersey! This is a great pattern to give a beginner seamstress or just anyone wanting to begin sewing for themselves, they will get SO much mileage out of this pattern and the simplicity should make fit a breeze!

 

You can get the pattern and see the fabric requirements here!

 

Happy Sewing!



Modern Hexagon Quilt Made with Moda's NEW Honeycomb Pre-Cuts!!

 

 

We just got in the brand new pre-cuts that Moda just released! Honeycombs are stacks of 40 pre-cut 6" diameter hexagons which you can piece together in a variety of combinations to make interesting, graphic and modern quilts! They started with several popular shades of Bella Solids and created this amazing quilt tutorial on the Moda Bake Shop Blog to get our creative juices pumping!!

 

 

 

Moda also created a lovely guide on how to sew these hexagons together plus a graph paper page so you can plan your own color placement! Download the PDF and print to have handy here!

 

 

 

 

Didn't it turn out lovely?? We just love the look of hexagons and especially in solids, these Honeycombs are breathing new life into a classic quilting shape! Many of the Moda designers will be introducing Honeycombs and patterns in the coming season, so be on the lookout for all kinds of new projects for these wonderful pre-cuts! SHOP ALL OF OUR PRE-CUTS HERE! 

Cute & Safe fun in the Sun!!

 

It's almost that time of year again! Where every day is spent out and about, soaking up the Summer Sun and enjoying life outdoors! Whether you and your family spend the weekends up at the lake, are taking a vacation to a fabulous beach or if you and the kids plan to spend every day poolside...you DEFINITELY need to keep sun protection in mind! As well as looking too hip for words but that's OBVIOUSLY a priority around here!

 

Grab yourself a fabulous Summer print like a nautical stripe or something bright and bold! Just make sure you LOVE it! And whip some super cute Summer gear to keep your little one cute and comfy out in the sun! The Amelia & Me Sun Hat Pattern by Fig Tree & Co. is perfect for keeping the sun out of little eyes and off delicate face and neck skin! And make a pair of sturdy diaper covers to match using the Too Cute to Boot Pattern and baby is ready for anything the Summer day brings!!

 

    

 

Try using one of the Bekko Home Décor Sateens to create these super cute projects! Pam just made an awesome quilt using some of these and they are SO soft! You can tell they are sturdier than a quilting cotton but they aren't any more stiff or coarse! The thickness would even make that sun hat a little less floppy than a normal cotton!

 

Happy Sewing!

Add Some Color with Riley Blake Basics!!!

 

 

Over the years of quilting and sewing projects that have come through our doors at the Cabbage Rose, one of the most time consuming elements of the process is picking out the fabrics! With so many great options out there, it can be overwhelming to pick out just one blender! Luckily our friends at Riley Blake Designs understand the fabric finding struggle and are doing their part to bring some fabulous basics onto the market in a array of amazing colors!!

 

 

 

Whether you like Chevrons, Dots or Ginghams, there's just LOADS of cute things to create with these simple geometrics!! Perfect for clothing, decorating a party, bringing some interest into a quilt or making some chic home decor! You really cannot go wrong with these classic patterns! Especially when there are multiple sizes to choose from!! Have a baby shower to attend? Pick a chevron, gingham or dot in an appropriate color, sew a coordinating Minky to the back and you have a sweet and snuggly baby blankie in NO TIME!!

 

 

 

We all LOVE how Caroline's Gum Drop Pillow looked in that Gray Chevron! Simple throws, chic pillows, easy curtains...you name it and it would look cute in a Chevron!!

 

What are you going to make with these super fun and versatile basics?? Share with us in the comments or upload your creations to Facebook and TAG US!! We'd love to see what you're making! And shop all of our Riley Blake Fabrics HERE!

A Brand NEW Giveaway!!

SOOO, we've been thinking with all these wonderful Classes and Events we've got going on, you guys HAVE to be getting pretty inspired out there! Maybe you're even just about ready to make something...well, we've got a little incentive for you here at the Cabbage Corner!!

How about you follow us (if you aren't already), then let us know in the comments what you're most inspired by this season, whether its a new fabric collection, color trends, a favorite pattern or diy project! Be sure to add your email to the comment so we can get in touch with you!! And next Friday, February 15th we'll pick one lucky comment at random to win 4 yards of any of our wonderful 44/45" width, 100% cotton quilting fabrics!!! You can choose different prints and yardages up to 4 yards total! That's enough for a small quilt backing!! With that amount, you'll be able to get started on whatever new project you've been dreaming of right away!! 

We've been getting LOTS of new fabrics lately from Westminster and Riley Blake, so go ahead and comment and then head over to the Cabbage Rose website and begin window shopping for the fabrics you'll pick when you win! ;)

And don't forget!! The Handmade Fashion Show is THIS SATURDAY, February 9th at 11:15am!! There's still time to make something cute to rock down the handmade runway so get to that sewing machine and start creating!! 

Or come on into the shop to get some new fabric and inspiration!! Caroline made this adorable Washi Dress with a gorgeous print from Bari J.'s collection Splendor 1920 which is wonderful for creating cool clothing! Don't trust yourself to get through a pattern or project alone in time??? Then take Caroline's Abby Bag Class on Thursday night from 5:30-8:30pm or her Perfect with Pockets Skirt Class this Friday from 1:30-3:30pm. Both Classes are inexpensive and will get you comfortable with some really awesome patterns!! Sign up today!!

Pretty NEW Prints from Blend Fabrics!!

 

 

We've just been bombarded with gorgeous new fabrics in the shop for the past few weeks so pardon all the fabulous inspiration pictures we'll be posting as a result!! We've especially taken notice to the gorgeous and unique fabrics coming our way from Blend Fabrics!!

 

 

I am so enchanted by this organic, watercolor inspired collection Alchemy by the wonderful artist, Shell Rummel. Her love of the transparent color quality of her paintings spills over into pattern making and we just love the unique result! They are a bit more abstract than the usual print, but that's the element that makes this collection standout as so special!

 

 

 

 

The cool and calming tones and prints are perfect for creating a bedroom retreat or a soothing nursery with a subtle and modern feel. These muted colors are fabulous for letting your heirloom wood furniture be a focus, which still bringing in a beautiful hint of interest.

 

 

 

 

 

Try this lovely and simple hexagonal FREE QUILT PATTERN, Arcadian to really show of these wonderful prints!

 

 

 

 

And how pretty is Bella by Amanda Murphy??? These prints are bright, bold and lots of feminine fun!! Both the Buttercream and Seagrass colorways are fabulous! Wonderful for scumptous quilts, pillows and more!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

And isn't the Bella in Bloom FREE QUILT PATTERN just darling? How could you not wake up in a cheery mood with this little beauty draped over you?! If you need to bring a little extra sunshine in during this year's dreary winter months, this is collection for you!

 

We just love when new sources of beautiful fabric come out and we can't wait to see even more of the beautiful things the Blend designers will be doing in the future!!

FREE PATTERN from Amy Butler!!

Just LOOK at this beautiful new quilt that Amy Butler designed for her latest collection, Cameo!!! It's called the Cameo Ornament Quilt and she was lovely enough to offer up this beautiful design as a FREE PATTERN available for download RIGHT HERE! This gorgeous creation is the perfect way to show off some of the bold prints in the new line and would make a fabulous Christmas gift for any lady! The other fabulous feature of this quilt is it only uses 5 fabrics and it's great for beginners! So download the pattern and get started on this little beauty for yourself or a friend!

And go to Amy's Site to check out more GORGEOUS Inspiration images from her most recent photoshoot! They are all simply to die for!