Friday, April 12, 2013

Pattern Play with the Fat Quarter Shop



Welcome back to our Friday Feature! Please welcome Kevin Jolly as our FQS staffer of the week!

He chose the following pattern to feature this week:


Now, it's time to announce the winner from last week's blog post.

The lucky winner is....
Alexandra Sparks
Children at Play by Sarah Jane for Michael Miller Fabrics would be great. Stripes, dots, patterns, something for everyone.


For a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to our website, leave ONE comment on this blog post with the name of your chosen fabric collection. Be sure to include an email in your comment!

The directions for Pattern Play can be found here.

You have until Tuesday, April 16th to submit your comment and the winner will be announced Friday, April 19th, so be sure to come back to see if YOU are the winner!

174 comments:

  1. I think it would have a real classic look in Snowman Gatherings. Thanks.

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  2. I'm going to go with Comma by Zen Chic. I think the colors would look beautiful in this quilt pattern.

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  3. Empress Esmeralda by Robert Kaufman would be perfect.

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  4. I think Lario by 3 Sisters would compliment this pattern.

    Debi Horne
    debihorne54@yahoo.com

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  5. Enchantment Pam Kitty Love Fat by Pam Kitty Morning would make this pattern come to life but still keep the Ritzy Glam!

    Lea
    podunkpretties@gmail.com

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  6. I think that La Belle Fleur would look wonderful here!

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  7. I think this pattern would be perfect to show off the Spa collection by Deb Strain.

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  8. This pattern is versatile it could be pretty in all your lines but I think it would be scrumptious in Indian Summer or the Lario line. Jane

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  9. LOVE the pattern ~ I think it would be gorgeous in Avalon! Thanks so much for the chance to win ~ fingers crossed :)

    gms5997 (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  10. Wingin' It (Henry Glass) using a mix of mustard, slate, pink, and teal. shavroo53atyahoodotcom

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  11. My first thought was to do this one in all solids. Maybe this bundle:
    Berry Kona Cotton Solids Fat Quarter Bundle
    SKU# FQ-557-11

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  12. How about 'Shelburne Falls'??

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  13. I would love this is Avalon by Fig Tree Quilts. I adore florals and this collection is perfect for this pattern with all the pinks and blues.

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  14. I love Metropolitan fair, I would love to make a bed quilt with that, such beautiful old world prints and colors.

    Debbie

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  15. I think that this would be so cute in So Happy Together.

    cdanielabee(at)gmail.com

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  16. I've always loved everything French General, so I would pick the French General Favorites line.

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  17. I think the So Happy Together by Deena Rutter for Riley Blake Designs would be awesome for a teenage girl.

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  18. I think this pattern would look great made from Indigo Crossing with lots of the darker blues.

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  19. I think it would be fun in Amy Butler's polka dots!

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  20. I would use Avalon for this one! love the very classic look of this pattern. Thank you so much for the chance to win! fingers crossed!
    scresp@yahoo.co.uk

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  21. Get a Clue with Nancy Drew from Moda would be great in this pattern as its criss-cross pattern allows the look of a detective moving from room to room looking for clues. My sister read all the Nancy Drew books and would love these fabrics.

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  22. I would use Moda's LITTLE BLACK DRESS by Basic Grey. Think you'd get some nice contrasts that would accentuate the pattern.
    Thanks for the opportunity to play!

    mgee.bentec@yahoo.com

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  23. I think Out To Sea by Sarah Jane for Michael Miller Fabrics would be nifty, especially if you used fussy cut squares from the My Favourite Ship fabric in that line.

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  24. I'd use Happy Go Lucky. It has lots of contrast as well as some small to medium scale prints for all those little pieces.

    Shauna.gunnell(at)gmail.com

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  25. I also would pick Avalon!!
    chrissherman1669(at)yahoo.com

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  26. Cinnamon ice looks like a fun collection to create with.

    SewCalGal
    www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com
    sewcalgal (at) live (dot) com

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  27. I think Noteworthy would be awesome for this pattern.
    Shawn

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  28. In The Forest by Steffi Brocoli for Cloud9 Fabrics

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  29. I would love to see Noteworthy in this pattern, I think it would look amazing!!

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  30. I would love to see Noteworthy in this pattern, I think it would look amazing!!

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  31. I think Paris Flea Market by Moda would be perfect for this one.
    jenni.sachs@gmail.com

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  32. Matilda by Alice Kennedy for Timeless Treasures Fabrics!

    kimynot@yahoo.com

    Love your site :)

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  33. Maybe it's because winter is dragging on so long here that I'm looking for some colour, but I think this pattern would look really sharp in Kelly and Andie's Blogger's Choice Fat Quarter Bundle.

    -- Jasmine
    jasmine.liska@gmail.com

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  34. I like Asian Peony by Punch Studio for Hoffman Fabric. There are so many rich colors for a Night at the
    Ritz quilt!

    dmckmc@centex.net

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  35. I think Avalon by Fig Tree Quilts would be great!

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  36. alternate email mlwright29@hotmail.com
    In keeping with a monochromatic color scheme, Indigo Crossing by
    Minick & Simpson for Moda Fabrics is my choice.

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  37. Noteworthy by Sweetwater for Moda. It has a lot cute prints, perfect for a baby quilt!
    hildy(at)ebertzeder(dot)de

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  38. Victorious Civil War Melodies Fat Quarter.

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  39. This one has me a little stumped, but I think Black, White and Currant by Henry Glass would work wonderfully.

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  40. I would love to use Hello Sunshine by Lori Whitlock for Riley Black Designs.

    Thanks, Linda

    wlinda_ca@yahoo.com

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  41. Lario from 3 Sisters would look perfect with this pattern!

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  42. Simply Color, always Simply Color!

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  43. Zen Chic Comma would be nice!

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  44. Kansas Troubles Favorites would be pretty....LKDrum@aol.com

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  45. I think Jubilee would be great.
    sdjg(at)pacbell(dot)net

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  46. Happy go lucky by Bonnie and Camille! Love all there lines!

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  47. I love ladybug garden by Riley Blake Thank you

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  48. Love the Pattern...I really like Free Spirit Fabric "Petal" by Tanya Whelan. I would love to do a lovely feminine quilt with the roses prominant..spx823@aol.com

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  49. I think Scarlet Evening by Judie Rothermel for Marcus Brothers Fabrics would look exquisite in this pattern

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  50. Hum...... I think a 30s reproduction fabric collection would be perfect since this pattern has ann old-fashioned, homey feeling about it.

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  51. I'd love to see it done for summer in
    Marmalade by Bonnie & Camille.
    lflemin@ msn.com

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  52. This pattern just begs to be stitched up in Vintage Modern by Moda!

    mynadala(at)gmail(dot)com

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  53. So many collections would work wonderfully with this pattern! I think the soft brights of "Noteworthy" by Sweetwater would make a nice choice :)

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  54. I would make it in the coming soon Midwinter Reds by Minick and Simpson.
    onlybas(at)aol(dot)com

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  55. I am thinking Lecien's Durham Anew would be gorgeous in anything! soardkgatfusedotnet

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  56. 'Matilda' by Alice Kenndy for Timeless Treasures would be great. There's enough difference in value and I love the colors and prints!

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  57. I would pick Little Red Riding Hood by Tasha Noel. The centers could be fussy cut with Little Red, the sweet looking trees . . . well you get the picture! Beautiful!
    trisch_stamps@yahoo.com

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  58. I'd love this pattern in "Cinnamon Spice" fabric line!! Would be old fashioned looking....

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  59. I think it would be nice in Blossom Petal by Tanya Whelan for Free Spirit.

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  60. I think "Blossom Petal" by Tanya Whelan would be darling!

    theveritas@sbcglobal.net

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  61. The reds and blues of La Belle Fleur by French General would be so very pretty for this!

    kittyprincess(at)gmail(dot)com

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  62. since it seems to have picture squares I picked "Redwork Lazy Daisy Baskets" This is very pretty fabric and I think this pattern would look very sophisticated in red and white! :)

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  63. I'm in love with Cosmos right now. I'm not sure how it would work with this pattern, but it would be fun to try. Avalon would be my second choice. Two completely different options, I know!
    sunshdws at yahoo dot com

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  64. i THINK this antique-y look:
    Mahogany Floral Antique Flower Fat Quarter Bundle
    Lecien Fabrics

    http://www.fatquartershop.com/store/stores_app/Browse_Item_Details.asp?sid=41894121837274189&Store_id=499&page_id=23&Item_ID=74572&Parent_Ids=

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  65. Happy Go Lucky would be good. Lots of bright colors for contract and that navy with white dot is awesome!

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  66. Esprit de Noel would be beautiful in this pattern - I may just have to make it now that you've got me thinking about it!

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  67. I think this would look great in Posy.

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  68. Baby Jane by Eric and Julie Comstock would be good for this pattern.

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  69. I think this would look great in Textures by Angela Walters for AGF.

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  70. I am in love with Lario. Soft colors and lovely designs.
    Kathleen
    waldronkathleen02@gmail.com

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  71. I can't wait to use Happy Go Lucky in a project. I think it would be great with this pattern.

    Sharon Lagace
    ronsha01@nycap.rr.com

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  72. French General would be perfect.

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  73. I think that it would look great in Blackbird Designs' Cinnamon Spice.

    Thanks for the opportunity!!

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  74. I'd try Black, White and Currant from Henry Glass fabrics.

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  75. I'd love to see it made up in Aneela Hooey's Sew Stitchy.

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  76. This pattern would look great in the indigo crossing collection. kelly_dunahoo@yahoo.com

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  77. I would like to see it made in Enchanted Pond.

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  78. I like A Year to Crow About for Red Rooster. It's got the cutest panel that you can cut apart for the center blocks-- quite a cute showcase for a novelty print!

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  79. I think it would look great in Shades of Black by Me & My Sister Designs! Thanks for the chance to win! mom2ryandsis(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  80. I would use the Boho line for that pattern

    addibrae(at)hotmail(dot)ca

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  81. A very sweet quilt could be made with this pattern using Les Amis by Patty Sloniger by Michael Miller. I love the teal colorway!
    chisholmkm@comcast.net

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  82. What could be Ritzier than black, white and gold? I'd choose Aster by
    Williamsburg for Windham Fabrics. Classy with good tonal contrast. :)

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  83. my favorite is pam kitty love. thanks for the chance!

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  84. Looks like a Zen Chic Comma quilt to me!

    sunflower2x@gmail.com

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  85. This would be lovely in Scarlet Evening.

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  86. I think this would look great in Urban Chik's Boho.

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  87. Just love So Happy Together. Love the colors and the house print. But then I would probably have a new favorite tomorrow. So many great fabrics.

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  88. Just love anything by Bonnie & Camille.

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  89. This would look great with Avalon.

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  90. I love indigo crossings and would like to try it here!

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  91. I think Wishing Life is Beautiful by
    Helen Stubbings for Red Rooster Fabrics would look darling in this pattern.

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  92. Pam Kitty Love would really rock with this pattern!

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  93. I think Calliope Stitch Studios for Riley Blake Designs would make a lovely quilt with that pattern.

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  94. I think happy go lucky by Bonnie and Camille would be perfect; lots of contrast and some great low volume prints!
    Carleightrust(at)gmail(dot)com

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  95. Field Notes by Blackbird Designs.
    leannlafave@hotmail.com

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  96. I love this pattern and think it would be really gorgeous made with 'Esprit de Noel' by French General. Thanks so much for a chance in this giveaway...
    teenietaters@q.com

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  97. This pattern is so charming and would look fresh & fun if done with the Vintage Modern by Bonnie and Camille. This fabric combines colour and pattern that is timeless.

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  98. There are SO many but I really like the Remember collection!!!

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  99. I'd use the Happy Kaffe Fassett Collective Fat Quarter Bundle

    nrbird AT gmail DOT com

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  100. That would be so cute in Noteworthy! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  101. I really like Lario by 3 Sisters for Moda fabrics. My e-mail address is: wtpooh11@hotmail.com

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  102. I like Black and White by Michael Miller. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  103. Night at the Ritz would look great made up in the Enchanted Pond Fabric. The rich deep purples & magentas along the greens & honeys would look magnificent!
    Thanks!
    cdgearey@hotmail.com

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  104. I still like Children at Play. But I appreciate your always haveing a pattern of the week..it is inspirational!

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  105. I would pick Indigo Crossing. The blues would make such a pretty, fresh summer quilt.
    marydeckert(at)comcast(dot)net

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  106. I love the Chevron bundles, any of them!!! katiejolamb at hotmail dot com

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  107. I believe that this quilt pattern would look beautiful when done in Black, White & Currant. Thank you

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  108. Indigo Crossing would be perfect for this pattern!

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  109. Happy Go Lucky is one of my favorites now, and it would look nice with this pattern. Thanks!

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  110. This pattern is made for PIRATES, with all the scary fish as border

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  111. Blossom Petal by Free Spirit, I just love the way the red and white checks blend with the florals!

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  112. I LOVE the Sarah Jane fabrics ... I've bought all her embroidery patterns. My fabric choice would be So Happy Together. Thank you for the chance to win a gift certificate!

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  113. I really like the Comma fabric line.

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  114. I'd love to see that pattern in Happy Go Lucky by Bonnie & Camille for Moda Fabrics. It's such a fun & joyful line of fabrics.

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  115. I would love to use Avalon byFig tree for this quilt--the blue in the line would create a standout spark of color! Rosenowde@live.com

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  116. I think it would be perfect for Indigo Crossing.
    maryellen1304@hotmail.com

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  117. I think I'd use Shelburne Falls too, itd be great with this pattern! Thank you for the giveaway :)

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  118. Scarlet Evening would look beautiful in this pattern.

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  119. My first thought was Jubilee by Bunny Hill Designs for Moda.
    sarahelliott73@gmail.com

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  120. Remember by Carina Gardner for Riley Blake Designs,with gray, pink, mustard, red and aqua..would make a happy, yet sophisticated "Night at the Ritz"

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  121. I would choose Blueberry and Lime Boho Girl by Debra Valencia with my granddaughter in mind as she loves these colors.

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  122. I think it would be beautiful in Enchanted Pond by Holly Taylor for Moda.
    Thanks for the chance to win a lovely gift certificate to your shop. You have so many gorgeous fabrics to choose from- it would be hard to pick my favorites.
    Regards,
    Anna

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  123. I think it would be great in la Belle Fleur by French General.

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  124. I'm thinking PB&J would look good.

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  125. I'm currently in love with the cute test tubes in Robotic so that's what I would use!:D

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  126. I think this would look really neat made with Little Black Dress by Moda.
    bveinotte at juno dot com

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  127. I am seeing it in Black, White, And Currant. Such a pretty line.

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  128. I would like to use Comma!
    paweis at yahoo dot com

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  129. I think this would be very cheery if made in Old New 30's.

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  130. So many choices, I might pick Avalon but maybe Kona Solids would be fun.

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  131. My choice is Chateau Rouge by French General.
    dinara.adyrbai@gmail.com

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  132. I would like to use "So Happy Together by Deena Rutter for Riley Blake. The colors are so vibrant and the pattern would look so cheerful in those colors.

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  133. Judi Rothermel's 25th Anniversary Collection is just mouth-watering! And as always, I just love Fig Tree Fabrics and their new Avalon Collection is fantastic!!
    tfitzleahy at sbcglobal dot net

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  134. I am still loving Spring House. Thanks!

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  135. Indian Summer by Sarah Watson would be great. Those colors just make me so happy.

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  136. I think this pattern would look absolutely stunning in CINNAMON SPICE, by Blackbird Designs for Moda Fabric.
    staceykim@shaw.ca

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  137. Thanks for the chance to win! You guys are awesome.

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  138. I think the collection mama said sew,in all the reds, grays,whites, it would be great,
    thanks for the chance,
    lecluysekatelijn@hotmail.com

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  139. I'd love to see it in "Hello Gorgeous" by Melissa Ybarra

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  140. I'd love to see this in Happy Go Lucky or Avalon.

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  141. I would choose Grace in a Pickle in the Bold colorway.

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  142. Just love what my daughter picked out
    Mayfair Town & Country by Dear Stella
    "Her Dream Trip to Paris"

    Brenda
    brenken.ramos@gmail.com

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  143. It is tough to pick just one fabric line with so many great ones but I would go with Freely Cruzin'by Barbara Jones of Quilt Soup for Henry Glass Fabrics

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  144. Tweet for Two is darling!
    Silverize at hotmail

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  145. If I start now, I can make an adorable Christmas quilt using Nancy's Holiday Favorites!

    Chris Hartman
    Cjlkhartman@earthlink.net

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  146. I think it would look stunning in Remember by Carina Gardner for Riley Blake Designs! What a fabulous collection!

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  147. I would have to say Snowman Gaterings, even though its been a long winter, I just love this fabric

    Barbara Reynolds
    FirstTimeNana@aol.com

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  148. I would go with Posy for this quilt. Perfect for a baby girl.

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  149. Hi! I bet it would be so cute with Cream and Sugar by Ampersand Design Studio.

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  150. I think this pattern would love fabulous done with Comma... but I think every pattern would look great in Comma ;-)

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  151. Love me some Boho by Urban Chiks. jillfroelich@yahoo.com

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  152. I would love to try it in Merlot Kona Cotton Solids for a modern twist.
    mlchapman@mlchapman.com

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  153. For a completely different look, I'd go with All about Boys. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  154. I would use Remember by Carina Gardner for Riley Blake Designs. I love the blues, reds, greys, and greens.

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  155. I would use Remember by Carina Gardner for Riley Blake Designs. I love the blues, reds, greys,and greens.
    Jan Jcmcenter@msn.com

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  156. It's interesting that this is a very neutral quilt in the example, because I'd like to see it in bright, fun, young colors!

    I'd like to see this in Angela Yosten's Blogger's choice bundle.

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  157. I would choose this pattern Snowman by Primitive Gatherings Gatherings for Moda Fabrics. Tanks

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  158. That pattern would look beautiful in Elvet Durham Anew Fat Quarter Bundle
    Brenda Riddle for Lecien Fabrics

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  159. Shelburn Falls by Denise Schmidt for Free Spirit Fabrics in the Buckland colorway would be amazing for this pattern.
    jane(dot)bitz(at)gmail(dot)com

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  160. I'd love this in Hello Gorgeous by
    Melissa Ybarra.

    Thanks for the chance!

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  161. I would use Asian Peony by Punch Studio.

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  162. I think this quilt would look beautiful using Avalon by Joanna Figueroa.
    steve_leanne@yahoo.com

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  163. Would look nice with the Country Touch line. :)

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  164. I think I would try select prints from Snowman Gatherings by Primitive Gatherings. patseidle(at)gmail(dot)com

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  165. I think this would be beautiful in Dawn Asian Peony by Hoffman.

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  166. I am dying to get my hands on Snowman Gathering

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  167. This is a tough one because its hard to see the pattern, but I'll go with Aster by Williamsburg. Thanks for the giveaway.

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