Patchwork Passion

DID YOU KNOW? The origins of patchwork and quilting are ancient, but they didn't necessarily start at the same time. Patchwork, the technique of sewing pieces of fabric together, is believed to have been practiced by various cultures thousands of years ago. Examples of patchwork have been found in ancient Egypt, China, and in early European history.

Quilting, the process of stitching together layers of fabric (often including a batting for warmth), also has ancient roots. The oldest known quilted garment dates to around 3400 BCE, found on a carved ivory figure from the First Dynasty of Egypt. However, quilting as we think of it today, in conjunction with patchwork, seems to have developed later.

In Europe, patchwork and quilting as a combined technique are most prominently documented from around the 14th or 15th centuries. Initially, patchwork may have been a thrifty way to use scraps of fabric, while quilting was used to create warmth and padding. By the 17th and 18th centuries, the two techniques had merged more significantly, with quilted patchwork bed coverings becoming more common, particularly in Europe and later in North America.

So, while both techniques have long histories, it was several centuries after patchwork first appeared that quilting the patchwork into layered bed coverings (what we think of as a quilt today) became widespread.

Awww......these cute cot panels almost (but not quite), make me want to have a baby! Or not!!!
https://www.patchworkpassion.com.au/product-category/quilting-fabrics-australia/quilt-panels/

Yet another fabric range now in stock.....'Oriental Gardens' by Jason Yenter
https://www.patchworkpassion.com.au/product-category/quilting-fabrics-australia/oriental-gardens-by-jason-yenter/

'Juliette' - now in stock
https://www.patchworkpassion.com.au/product-category/quilting-fabrics-australia/juliette/

The shop will be closed all day next Tuesday 16th, because of a planned power outage. Should the outage be cancelled, I will let you know via this page.

Now available - Diagonal Seam Tape from Cluck Cluck Sew.
Many of you have been asking for this game changing product so here it is at last. If you hate spending time drawing diagonal lines on your fabric for half square triangles, can't find your ¼" foot anywhere, or just need help stitching diagonal lines, then this product is for you. See, I do listen to your requests!
https://www.patchworkpassion.com.au/product/diagonal-seam-tape/

New.....just in time for Christmas in July. 'Winterstone' from Robert Kaufman
https://www.patchworkpassion.com.au/product-category/quilting-fabrics-australia/winterstone-from-robert-kaufman/

The shop will close at 1pm today. Opening again at 10am Saturday

A reminder that our 10-50% off sale ends at 12 noon on Friday.
Don't miss the bargains!

Enough said.......

Say hello to our Wednesday morning sit and sew ladies...
Or should that read sit, sew and chatter ladies?

What's new? Why, fabric of course! We have an introductory offer of a 20% discount on these new ranges. Valid until the end of May.
In store only.

First Blush https://www.patchworkpassion.com.au/product-category/quilting-fabrics-australia/first-blush-from-marcus-fabrics/

Luccello Linens https://www.patchworkpassion.com.au/product-category/quilting-fabrics-australia/luccello-linen/

This bright & cheery fabric range of 20 fabrics from Robert Kaufman will be available in store (and on line) next week.

We will be closed on Thursday for Anzac Day

Happy Birthday to us! We opened our doors on 28th April, 2007 and many of those who attended the opening are still valued customers today. Thank You!

I will be placing another order for the XL cutting mats next week. The mats measure 90cm x 120cm, are double-sided and self healing. They are equal in size to 2 of the standard large size that are common place in the market. Please let me know if you would like to be added to my list of customers wanting one. The price is $120.

Just unpacked - 'Tradewinds' - a new range from Kathy Doughty. Not yet on my website but available in store.

Help! Where am I going to put these 28 fabrics? https://www.patchworkpassion.com.au/product-category/whats-new/flower-box-by-renee-nanneman/

Yes, more new fabrics available now...
Sun Print 2024 from Alison Glass -27 fabrics
in her signature bright colourways.

We now have the full range (40 colours) of Cosmo Sashiko threads in stock.

Limited stocks available now....The Queen's Grove Quilt Kit. Fabrics used are from French General's new fabric range, Antoinette. The blocks are in the form of a pre-printed panel.
https://www.patchworkpassion.com.au/product/the-queens-grove-quilt-kit/

How cute are these two cot panels? They are 90cm wide so you don't need to do anything to them, other than quilt!

What's the hottest fabric in our store at the moment? Strawberry Lemonade! Come in and check it out - we have Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes, Charm Packs, Mini Charms, and metreage.

The annual Fabric Frolic is over for another year. Thank you to everyone who paid us a visit in 2024. Your enthusiasm for all things patchwork and quilting makes this event special and we hope you had as much fun as we did this year.

We're here to provide you with endless inspiration, beautiful fabrics, and all the crafty goodness you desire, so don't hesitate to come back to our shop soon. Let's keep the Fabric Frolic spirit alive all year round!

Just arrived in store....Pawsitivity by Jason Yenter

It begins tomorrow!

Only 4 days until you get to join in the fun of our 2024 Fabric Frolic!

What do I love most about my shop? Answer - the people I meet and the lovely friends I have made. Today five of my 'Saturday girls' and I had a lovely outing to Sassafras for lunch and a wee bit of shopping.