in the Cloth with Marmalade

Please welcome, Tammy Vasser of Marmalade Fabrics, my guest this month. 
Because we HEART fabric.

It’s nearly October, one of my favorite months of the year. Here in Kansas, the days are cool but usually sunny and the nights are crisp and chilly. Not only do I look forward to baking fresh-picked apple pie, carving pumpkins with my children and sipping hot cocoa by the campfire, but something that has nothing to do with food. My favorite thing about October is receiving all the new fabric that I’ve waited for all summer long!

I’m so excited about the new collections coming your way. I can definitely see a trend toward more urban and contemporary designs, large prints and fresh organic color palettes. But if that’s not your thing, no worries, there’s plenty of beautiful classic prints available, too.  Here’s a little preview of three of my favorite collections arriving soon at Marmalade Fabrics!

First, I’m absolutely thrilled to announce that Yoshiko Jinzenji’s collection for Yuwa Fabrics is scheduled to arrive at Marmalade Fabrics on Wednesday. In fact, there’s a truck somewhere between California and Kansas hauling her fabric as we speak. 

Yoshiko Jinzenji is an internationally known weaver, dyer, fabric artist, teacher and quilter. I think she’s most well known for her beautiful minimalist quilts. She’s inspired quilters from all over the world to embrace a minimalist style of quilting.

I’ve been anxiously waiting for Yoshiko Jinzenji’s line to arrive since I saw samples at the Spring Quilt Market this past May. There I was first exposed to her most recent book, Quilting Line and Color: Techniques and Designs for Abstract Quilts.  Wow! If you’re looking for fresh, contemporary inspiration, this book is for you. It was truly enlightening to see her work and get an inside look at her innovative artistry.  

I know you’ll want to see this next collection. Who doesn’t love Amy Butler’s classic style?

Lark was inspired by the 1950‘s fashionista model and style icon Maxime de la Falaise.  I'm drawn in by the rich colors and large bold prints.   

There’s no doubt that this collection will be an instant success. Lark is schedule to arrive at Marmalade Fabrics sometime in October. 

Last, but not least, I’m so excited to showcase Echo by Lotta Jansdotter. There’s really only two words needed to describe it - Urban Modern.

Even though the motifs are simple, they’re sophisticated and contemporary as well. I just love Lotta’s fresh palette of colors - neutral greys, orange, teal, gold, pink and navy.

My creative engines are running in high gear thinking about all the ways I want to use this fabric. Oh, the possibilities! Echo is expected to arrive in early November, and I can’t wait!

If you would like to take a closer look at the diverse collection of fabric currently in-stock including 140+ Kona Cotton Solids, come and visit me at Marmalade Fabrics. There’s no dress code, you don’t have to leave your husband in the car and you can stay as long as you want. Cheers!

::Giveaway::
 

Today I'm giving away this 6 piece, 1/2 Yard Bunch of the Citron & Gray Collection.  For your chance to win, please answer this question: What’s the most important thing you look for when purchasing fabric online?  Thanks for your perspective!

Giveaway is open through noon (EST), Wednesday the 28th and ships anywhere in the world.  Good Luck!


Closed.  Comment #14 was our winner.  Erin of Invisible Girl, you've been emailed!