Stash Books

Lindsay Conner –– Sewing with kraft-tex—the vegan leather everyone’s talking about Print, paint, stamp, and stitch… it’s never been so fun to design as it is with kraft-tex! Discover the incredibly durable...

Minki Kim –– Sew handmade gifts for you and your friends Add peace to your busy life with a cozy afternoon of zakka sewing. Stitching in her signature style, Minki Kim is back with sixteen whimsical crafts for your must-sew list. With...

Jessica Kapitanski –– Sew with a stylish new substrate  Elevate your sewing with a bagmaker’s secret—cork fabric, a leather-like, upscale version of the cork you used to know! Learn how easy it is to work with cork...

Vanessa Goertzen –– Open up a sweet new range of possibilities with precut strips Raid your fabric pantry! The best-selling author of Charm School is back with eighteen innovative projects using precut 2 1/2” strips. Vanessa...

Natalia Bonner –– Take the straight-line challenge!  Are feathers and swirls your fallback? Learn how satisfying it is to quilt with only straight lines! Quilting expert Natalia Bonner shares sixty new straight-line motifs to fill...

Amanda Murphy –– Nature-inspired free-motion designs to add to your repertoire Let Mother Nature inspire your quilting! Best-selling author Amanda Murphy (Free-Motion Quilting Idea Book and Rulerwork Quilting Idea Book) shares the next...

JoAnn Connolly –– Fabulous messenger bag with kraft-tex cutouts Fun, fresh, and fabulous! Turn up the volume with this groovy messenger bag, inspired by retro leather links of the 1970s. You’ll love creating with kraft-tex, a...

Russell Conte –– Namaste! Stitch yourself the perfect exercise ensemble Combine durable and stylish kraft-tex with hefty denim to create a yoga bag meant to last! The handy shoulder strap and exterior zippered pocket are pretty and...

Victoria Findlay Wolfe –– Thirty-Five Years of Quilts by Victoria Findlay Wolfe Take a deep look inside the evolution of one of today’s most important modern quilt artists. Always fascinated by color, pattern, and design,...

Kathy Doughty –– Take a creative leap of faith with designer Kathy Doughty Explore the use of symbols, pattern, colors, and techniques to make textile creations that reflect your perspective. With its organic lines, hand...

Christina Cameli –– Take your quilting to the next level with these creative textures It’s never been more exciting to add playful texture to your projects with free-motion quilting! Gain the confidence to quilt like an artist...

Editors of Love Patchwork & Quilting –– Flying geese like you’ve never seen them before! From the editors of Love Patchwork & Quilting comes this collection of bright, modern, and bold projects that show off the...

Hilarie Wakefield Dayton –– Handbags made easy Sew stylish shoulder bags, totes, clutches, and drawstring bags! Learn how choosing the right materials can make all the difference for your project, and turn flat fabric into handbags of...

Aneela Hoey –– No tracing or copying, just transfer and stitch!  250+ embroidery designs from popular designer Aneela Hoey are now available as iron-on transfers, to make applying and using her designs a breeze. Transfer and...

Alicia Burstein –– Not Your Average Embroidery Book Get your creative juices flowing with the 10 easiest and most popular embroidery stitches! Alicia Burstein expands the boundaries of contemporary hand embroidery with super-fast ideas...

Sylvia Schaefer –– Everything you need to design your own modern quilts Have you dreamed of creating your own modern quilt patterns, but don’t know where to start? Author Sylvia Schaefer applies her scientific mind to quilting...

The Modern Quilt Guild ––  The best modern quilting has to offer! From the amazingly talented quilters of the Modern Quilt Guild comes this set of thirty postcards, featuring thirty images from the best-selling coffee table book...

Suzanne Paquette –– Quilts for joy, comfort, and future generations Learn to incorporate treasured clothing into heirloom quilts without sacrificing your modern aesthetic. Stitch memories together forever with 12 quilt projects that...

Virginia Lindsay –– Make an investment in yourself so you can do what you love for a living!  Is this the year to jumpstart your dreams? Take your handmade business to a truly professional level with practical advice from industry...

Betsy LaHonta  & Gailen Runge ––  kraft-tex bags with pizzazz!  It’s the hot new substrate that wears like leather but sews up like fabric—create more with kraft-tex! This game-changing material is...

Sue Bleiweiss –– Fabulously fused modern quilts When piecing just won’t cut it, fusing is the answer! Circles, triangles, curved edges, lines—with no seams to sew, no shape is off limits. Award-winning fiber artist Sue...

Compiled by Lindsay Conner –– Everything you need to know about art quilting Start on the path to art quilting success! For anyone inspired to make art quilts, this visual reference includes step-by-step photos and illustrations...

Bill Volckening and Amanda Leins –– Fresh new lines inspired by old designs Borrow from history for your next quilt with ninety free-motion quilting designs reinterpreted from eighteenth- and nineteenth-century quilts. Honor the...

Designs by Christina Cameli –– Stay organized while on the go Stow your stuff in these colorful zippered Eco Pouches and stay organized everywhere you go. Pouches are made of recycled plastic that is tough enough to handle even...

FreeSpirit Fabrics –– Modern meets traditional! Forty blocks from your favorite FreeSpirit designers Leave it to your favorite FreeSpirit fabric designers to rise up when presented with a challenge to put a modern spin on classic...

Sarah Elizabeth Sharp –– A process guide to foundation paper piecing and pattern design Turn your interest in foundation paper-piecing into a full-blown love affair. Learn about every stage of the process—from piecing technique...

Aneela Hoey  –– French knot it, flaunt it! Revive your love for hand stitching with 31 fresh embroidery designs! Showcase your needlework on 5 pretty, practical projects—a drawstring bag, clutch, flex case, change purse, and...

Jen Eskridge –– Trace, stitch, and free-motion quilt! This package of 12 convenient preprinted sheets gives you the patterns from Free-Motion Framework in a ready-to-use format—no printing or taping together your framework design...

C&T Publishing–– Artisanal kraft-tex Wait until you get your hands on this sampler pack of the vibrant, rugged paper that looks, feels, and wears like leather, but sews, cuts, and washes like fabric. kraft-tex is supple, yet strong...

Jen Eskridge –– Build the framework, then fill it in! Using wholecloth quilts, Jen Eskridge provides 10 elaborate linear quilting designs as a framework for building free-motion quilting designs. Eight process chapters detail everything...

Barbara Emodi –– Everything your mother would tell you about sewing if your mother could sew Experienced sewing instructor and blogger Barbara Emodi shares her sewing wisdom to help readers get started, get started back up, or hone their...

Gailen Runge –– Your perfect carryall for everyday, sewn with durable kraft-tex Trade in your sad sack for a flashy new backpack in brilliant kraft-tex—the textile that looks like leather but sews like fabric. Weaving kraft-tex into...

Stacey Day –– Build a better stash, make better quilts Improve your quilt designs by learning how to organize fabric by size and color, while making adorably sophisticated quilts (both pieced and appliquéd) for babies and children...

Jenifer Dick  and Angela Walters –– Transform your favorite block with these step-by-step instructions Popular pattern designer Jenifer Dick and expert quilter Angela Walters have teamed up to provide 20 modern, diverse...

The Modern Quilt Guild –– Make daily planning an adventure! Keep your best ideas and to-dos in a pretty place. This handy 3-pack of softcover Quilts Notebooks (each 64 pages) is perfect for designing quilts, note-taking, bullet...

Cheryl Brickey and Paige Alexander –– A modern take on a classic favorite Add to your quilting repertoire with the universally popular plus sign! These 16 bold, graphic designs range from modern to traditional, with something for every...

Amanda Murphy –– Hello, rulerwork! Quilting rulers have long been used by longarm quilters to make uniform shapes while quilting, but now, with the advent of the domestic ruler foot, domestic quilters can join in on the fun, too! Amanda...

Tacha Bruecher –– Take it...to go! English paper-pieced hexagons are perfect for modern quilters on the go-take them along with you anywhere to stitch up, then build all your completed hexagons into a project at home. This fresh look at an...

Kathy Doughty –– Discover your own quilting style Believing that each quilt is but a starting point for a new quilt, Kathy Doughty shares 21 of her patterns and invites you to recreate them in your own voice. You’ll find quilts you...

Melissa Averinos –– Go ahead, make a face! Discover how to create freeform, raw-edge appliqué faces using Melissa Averinos' fun, creative process. Melissa walks you through the process step by step, from a comprehensive lesson on...

The Modern Quilt Guild- Riane Menardi, Alissa Haight Carlton, and Heather Grant ––Traditional craft, modern aesthetic"Modern quilts are utilitarian. They are art. They tell stories. They are graphic, improvisational, or minimalist. They...

Christina Cameli –– Wedge with an edge! A quick path to a bold quilt design, wedges are versatile and captivating—a must-have shape in the modern quilter's toolbox. Expertly piece this trendy and versatile shape without complicated...

Jennifer Sampou ––Geometry has never been so much fun!This free-spirited twist on the applique hexie quilt is playful, creative, and forgiving! The improv approach is super easy, and the quilt comes together quickly using half-square...

Get a few new tricks up your sleeve! Nicole Mallalieu ––Transform your favorite garment patterns, one small detail at a time. Add or remove pockets, adjust the neckline, or swap a zippered back to a button front! With step-by-step...

Angela Walters ––Finishing your own quilts is easier than you thinkTurn the corner to free-motion success with a meandering makeover! Best-selling author Angela Walters shows you that free-motion quilting doesn't have to be scary - with a...

Maria Shell ––Colorful pattern play for quilters!Explore new options in improvisational piecing and empower your creativity! Cut and combine solid-color fabrics to create your own "prints" - stripes, polka dots, chevrons, plaids, and more...

Your one-stop shop for everything quilting!Absorb the knowledge of 20+ quilt experts in one place! With hundreds of photographs and illustrations to help you plan your quilting projects, this comprehensive guide answers all of your quiltmaking questions...

Angie Wilson ––The insider's guide to fussy cuttingCut up your favorite fabrics with intention! Lifelong fussy cutter Angie Wilson teaches you how to look at your fabric stash with new eyes and piece the best bits together, like a colorful...

Jera Brandvig ––From the best-selling author of Quilt As-You-Go Made ModernGet comfortable with basic piecing and machine quilting - one block at a time! Best-selling author Jera Brandvig is back, this time with a romantic take on her...

Gailen Runge ––1 pattern, 3 sizes, unlimited possibilitiesThis versatile and stylish bag comes in three sizes: small, medium, and large weekender—perfect for those overnight trips (fits carry-on luggage requirements)! Play with 2...

Betsy LaHonta ––Beautiful, versatile bags featuring kraft-texWith three exterior designs to choose from, plus mix-and-match pockets and closure choices, you can make exactly the bag you want! Carry it like a tote—or use the shoulder...

Victoria Findlay Wolfe ––Knock their socks off!Grow your cache of quilter's tricks with 5 awe-inspiring patchwork techniques that are easier than they appear. Learn a new piecing trick in just 15 minutes or less, and watch your skills soar to...

Jennifer Heynen ––Pretty and practical organizers to sewSew 19 simply embellished projects including a card holder, coin purses, earbud holder, small wallets, pouches and organizers. These cute and useful bags are perfect for holding and...

Aneela Hoey ––Whip your sewing area into shapeCelebrate and use your sewing skills with well-known and popular designer Aneela Hoey's 15 stylish yet functional patterns for a wide variety of sewing organizers. Designed to work together, many...

Lotta Jansdotter and Cheryl Arkison –– A stunning contemporary quilt from two of your favorite designersInspired by her cut-paper designs, popular designer Lotta Jansdotter teamed up with best-selling author Cheryl Arkison to create this...

Next-level quilting designs to boost your creativityConquer those unfinished quilt tops with inspiring designs and essential techniques for both hand and machine quilters. Whether you're an advanced beginner or more experienced, this robust variety of...

Angela Walters ––Quilt by quilt and stitch by stitchTake an in-depth look at the artistry of Angela Walters, a true visionary and leader in the modern quilting movement. This coffee table book delves into her free-motion quilting journey in...

Lauren S. Palmer ––Teach an old stripe new tricksGet the look of complex piecing with a savvy shortcut—striped fabric! With 12 versatile quilt patterns using solid stripes, multicolored stripes, and even chevrons, you’ll explore...

Jen Fox and Sarah Case ––Create one-of-a-kind projects using these surface designs and techniquesIt’s time for some hands-on surface design with your favorite surface—fabric! Transferring a pretty motif to your sewing project is...

Mary Abreu ––Totes, transformed! A visual guide to making every type of bag One pattern … infinite looks! With simple tweaks, you can reinvent the basic tote 11 ways, sewing useful projects like a backpack, messenger bag, laundry...

Erin Schlosser ––Must-have guide to sewing for your homeMake your home look like a million bucks with home design expert Erin Schlosser. Learn how to choose home decor fabric, needles, and thread and get step-by-step instructions for...

Notice on Iron On-Transfer Paper in Sew Illustrated purchased before SEPTEMBER 15, 2016  Sew Illustrated books that were purchased before SEPTEMBER 15, 2016 are affected with double sided iron-on transfer paper tear sheets at the back of...

Gailen Runge ––Carry just one or carry them all! An exciting bag trio to hold the essentials all day longReady for a bag that does it all? Then it’s time to cut into your favorite fabrics, because this tempting trio includes a tote,...

Marci Baker ––Blooming flowers…shining stars! A brilliant single-patch design to grow your piecing skillsSlice a stack of simple teardrops for a hexagon-shaped quilt with unlimited possibilities. Understand color placement and value...

Kirstyn Cogan ––5 squeezable BFFs to warm your heartSnuggable, huggable, and tons of fun to sew! Stitch a quintet of friendly-faced stuffed animals from one simple pattern. Whether you prefer a playful puppy, bouncing bunny, charming kitty,...

Nicole Mallalieu –– City-girl style and posh details combined in one trendy bagSew a fashion-forward purse that’s sure to become a wardrobe staple! With eye-catching angled zippers, O-rings, and quilted straps, this trendy bag will...

Jennifer Sampou ––    Spin a modern spiderweb that shimmers and shines!Take a traditional quilt block and infuse it with style! Pair neutrals and softer tones with more vibrant hues for playful Spiderweb blocks. Learn to...

Sherri McConnell ––  Bold blocks get a dramatic, on-point settingBask in the colorful glow of endless summer! Sew a fresh twist on the traditional New Album block, showcasing treasured fabrics. Bold blocks are highlighted by a dramatic...

Marny Buck and Jill Guffy ––    18 perfect pairings from Modern Quilt RelishWhet your appetite for delicious designs from the creators of Modern Quilt Relish. Savor easy-to-sew patterns influenced by modern cuisine, such as the...

Kathy Doughty of Material Obsession ––Push yourself to new realms of quiltmakingDiscover your boundless potential as a quilter with Kathy Doughty of Material Obsession. Learn to express yourself with creative, adventurous designs, all made...

Marian B. Gallian and Yvette Marie Jones ––Take modern for a spin with 16 innovative Dresden quiltsA parade of modern Dresden quilts awaits, packed with playful color choices, all-new layouts, and exciting borders. Peruse 16 projects, 4 bonus...

Angela Lan ––A Teen’s Guide to Designing and Sewing FashionsFourteen-year-old fashion designer Angela Lan of lovespunk.com teaches 12–16 year olds to design their own wardrobes from 6 classic looks! This in-depth guide shares...

Casey York ––    Peek inside the design process with today’s modern quilters.Learn the secrets to fearless, modern appliqué! Top appliqué designers share 16 innovative projects with full-size patterns. Master 7...

Trisch Price ––Featuring modern interpretations of timeless quiltsTree of Life quilts are timeless and varied in style. In her newest book, Trisch Price has reinterpreted the concept to create 9  fresh and innovative quilts. The quilts...

Jennifer Heynen ––     Colorful projects, perfect to give as gifts Put the fun back in sewing with little treasures to sew, embellish, and share! Popular fabric and pattern designer Jennifer Heynen invites you to choose your own...

Kathy Doughty ––      Dynamic diamonds dressed with triangle-pieced sashingAdd a punch of pizzazz to bold diamonds with triangle-pieced sashing! Popular designer and quilting teacher Kathy Doughty shares timesaving tips...

Melinda Lin ––Listen to your art!Stitch a modern, museum-worthy quilt inspired by Cubist painter and Picasso’s contemporary, Georges Braque. Join blocks in ordered sections to form a visually intricate design with easy piecing and...

Caroline Fairbanks-Critchfield ––    Baked from scratch—12 apron styles to mix and match!Get cute in the kitchen with 12 chic and simple aprons to sew! Choose from three stylish tops and a trio of flattering skirts, specially...

Natalia Bonner ––Free-motion your way to modern, beautiful quilts!Free-motion fans, rejoice! Natalia Bonner is back with a follow-up to her wildly successful first book that boasts 50 new modern, sophisticated designs that encourage quilters...

Lindsay Conner and Janelle MacKay ––    Bags for Your Life On the GoFab and functional bags to sew … that perfectly fit your life on the go! Favorite bag designers and top bloggers share 15 unique organizers,...

Barbara Cain ––    Big-block quilts to whip up this weekendA quilt in one weekend! Indulge in your favorite hobby when you piece graphic, bold blocks. Well-known blogger Barbara Cain invites you make simple patchwork scaled to...

Suzannah Hamlin Stanley ––Affordable, stylish, and trendy refashionsUnlock your closet’s potential with simple, stylish wardrobe refashions you can sew at home. DIY-style blogger Suzannah Hamlin Stanley provides her unique blend of...

Cheryl Arkison ––    Glimpse into the creative process of popular quilting bloggers as they create quilts from everyday inspirationsYou already admire their work. Now, take an intimate look inside the design process of some of...

Jenelle Montilone ––    Easy. Eco-friendly. Eclectic.Did you know the average American throws away more than 68 pounds of clothing each year? Join the revolution to reduce your carbon footprint—one T-shirt at a time!...

Brenna Maloney ––Come on over to the dark side of socks...Brenna Maloney is back with 16 all-new sock creatures to stitch - key-stealing gremlins, killer snowmen, sssslow sloths, evil clowns and more pop off the pages in this fun and colorful...

Compiled by Susanne Woods ––A hat for every season, a hat for any reasonThe latest installment in our popular Design Collective series features 25 hats from contemporary designers all over the world, each hand-selected for their freshly sewn...

Lydia Loretta Nelson ––    Home is where the quilt isTransform your living space into a relaxing retreat when you stitch up soft, simple, and naturally beautiful quilts. Fourteen easy-to-sew projects range from quilts and throw...

Janice Zeller Ryan and Beth Vassalo ––  Find out why medallions are the center of attentionMedallion quilts, known for detailed borders built around a central focal point, have seen a resurgence in the modern quilting movement. Savor the...

Sally Dixon ––    Craft the cutest, tiniest felt animals imaginable—all by hand!Whether you're young or just young at heart, this book will satisfy your appetite for cuteness. A whopping 31 tiny hand-sewn felt...

Samarra Khaja ––    Redonkulous crafts for the whole family!Handmade, unique, tongue-in-cheek. Stitch 15 conversation starters that are as fun to sew as they are to tie up with a bow. Designer Samarra Khaja covers the gamut...

Gudrun Erla ––    Precut perfection—fast and easy quilts!Bust your stash with 12 strip quilts, perfect for those larger pieces of leftover fabric that you aren’t quite sure how to use. Learn how to cut, sort, store,...

Amanda Murphy ––    Creative free-motion ideas for traditional quilt blocks, borders, and moreTake the guesswork out of free-motion quilting with 155 fresh ideas, each handpicked for a specific space on a quilt. Popular author...

Jessica Levitt ––    Go bold with big blocksIndulge in your favorite hue (or two!) with fabric designer Jessica Levitt. Bright and bold quilt blocks pair same-color prints with strong solids for depth and lots of personality. Stitch...

Barbara H. Cline ––   Stars, pinwheels, and diamonds. Oh my!Best-selling quilt designer Barbara Cline teaches you her fail-proof method for piecing diamond chains from strip sets. Alternate two triangle blocks in different colors to form...

Jennifer Sampou ––    Twinkle, twinkle, giant star!Let your favorite fabrics take center stage on this trendy, one-block raw-edge appliqué quilt. Best-selling fabric designer Jennifer Sampou’s eye-catching pattern...

Sue Kim ––    Purses with panacheHit the town with chic, modern bags for any occasion! Best-selling pattern maker Sue Kim’s latest collection includes 19 fashionable projects, from a metal-framed clutch to a classy...

Natalia Bonner and Kathleen Whiting ––    Eye-catching, graphic quilts for every homeDon’t be square—discover exciting log cabins in varied shapes and formations! Best-selling authors Natalia Bonner and Kathleen...

Angela Walters and Cloe Walters ––Learn patchwork from top to bottom with 14 fun projectsKids can quilt! Best-selling author Angela Walters and her daughter, Cloe, join forces to teach preteens and teens the basics of quiltmaking. The...

featuring designs by Jennifer Sampou ––    Zip it and go in styleStow your stuff in these colorful zippered Eco Pouches and stay organized everywhere you go. Pouches are made of recycled plastic that is tough enough to handle even...

Heidi Staples ––Sew many projects, so little timeFit sewing into your busy lifestyle with practical tips that will help you put hours back on the clock! Author Heidi Staples, a creative mom of three, will help you organize your sewing space...