FABRIC PROJECT CATALOG
Inspired by family mementos,
pieces of nature, handmade goods and vintage finds, this collection celebrates
the gentle spirit of makers.
Deep plums and rusty reds bring to life the unique
treasures of each print.
Q &A
Maureen
CRACKNELL
“CREATIVITY HAPPENS WHEN WE CONNECT AND UTILIZE OUR TALENTS TO COMMUNICATE...” 1.Hey, Maureen! It’s great to interview you for another collection release. Can you tell us about your collection, Soulful? My latest collection inspired by the beauty that comes from surrounding ourselves with the things we love most. For me that includes family mementos, pieces of nature, handmade goods, and vintage finds in dreamy colors with pops of deep plum, rusty reds, and teal. 2.Everthing from the florals to the lace inspired print “Deepest Purpose” is so romantic! Would you consider yourself being a hopeless romantic? Creatively I have always been a hopeless romantic and I’m certainly one who LOVES love stories and romance. But mostly I wanted Soulful to showcase the sweet romantic boho look that evokes that dreamy and whimsical side of my style.
3.The colors of Soulful are so rich and elegant! What did you envision when you chose plums, brick reds, and neutrals for your collection? I love brightly colored designs but just as much I love lightly embellished designs and delicate soft hues paired with a romantic, gemstone inspired palette of ruby, amber, and amethyst. While I created this collection I imagined it being used to create beautiful dreamy dresses and quilts in soft, hazy hues with pretty, feminine details. 4. You mentioned that this collection celebrates the “gentle spirit of makers.” What do you think makes people who are creative special? I do believe that every person is born a creative person and life is made more beautiful when you choose to spend the rest of your life learning how to make the most out of your own individual creativity. I’ve also learned that being creative is not always a choice and joy isn’t always a part of the creative process. When I am being creative, I feel most alive and true to myself. It’s one of the greatest feelings to discover your own creativity and to learn things about yourself through your creative work. I’ve always had a passion for art but didn’t realize that sewing and fabric design was my thing until I tried it, and that’s when it hit me! Without a doubt that is special and it’s that passion that makes creative people so special.
how much I had to learn and I know there’s still so much yet to discover! Designing fabrics means constantly learning and making an effort with passion. Most importantly I’ve learned to not be discouraged with the process. That if you love what you do and you have confidence in your ability then you’ll be a great designer.
5. You’re currently hosting a huge sew along with Sharon Holland. Are you planning on designing a few blocks with Soulful? For my Sewcial Bee Sampler quilt I’m using prints from ALL of my AGF collections and it’s been so fun for me to see just how beautifully they all play together. I haven’t added in any Soulful prints just yet, but I certainly will try to include Soulful prints in the last few blocks we have still to make and share! 6. Many of your main prints are very intricate! What was the most difficult print you designed for Soulful? Floral Universe is the most complex floral I have created yet for fabric design. I wanted this print to have more shading and detail to look more like the Rapidograph pen and ink work I used to do. When it came time for coloring I realized early on that the artwork really shined when it was colored minimally and that was a difficult decision for me to accept because I had originally envisioned this print in full color! 7. Soulful is the 5th collection you design for AGF. How do you think you’ve evolved as a designer/artist since your first collection Wild and Free? Oh my goodness by leaps and bounds, and I don’t mean that boastingly, I just realize now
8. Do you have any advice for creatives trying to find their own style? Creativity happens when we connect and utilize our talents to communicate what’s inside, breathing it into existence. Of course, finding your own style can be easier said than done. Tapping into your individual creativity will not always come without a struggle, so be patient. It’s so important to give each new creative idea a try until you find a spark for that inspired flame inside of you, because when you do, it’s magic! 9. In addition to designing beautiful fabrics you always sew stunning projects! What’s one of your most memorable sewing experiences? Oh, this is a tough one! I truly just love making. I think the memorable part for me are the photoshoots that come after I finish a project. It’s been a while, but my husband and I will take my finished quilt tops and quilts out to beautiful parts of the county we live in to take photos to share. There’s always this moment when I’m looking through the lens of my camera and the quilt gets picked up by the wind just a little and the light shines down just so and it’s magnificent and beautiful and unforgettable. 10. Now that AGF offers rayon, have you considered venturing into garment sewing? Absolutely! A day hasn’t passed since I received my roll of Swifting Flora rayon that I haven’t thought about making a skirt for Haila and myself. It’s tough during these busy Summer months to encounter any extra sewing time, but come this Fall I’m making it a priority, I can’t wait!
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Laura Purse
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Made by Maureen Cracknell
Throw made by Maureen Cracknell
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Paper Lanterns Table Runner
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Made by Tweedle Dee Design
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Maternity Wrap Dress by Burda Style Featuring K-2632 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
Pillow
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Diamond Heart Quilt
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Bag
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Giselle Kimono Woman by Violette Field Threads Made by Cassie Massolia Featuring K-2632 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
Giselle Kimono
by Violette Field Threads Made by Cassie Massolia Featuring R-2632-1 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
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Misses’ Cardigan
by Simplicity Featuring R-2632-1 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
Haven Dress
by Violette Field Threads Made by Cassie Massolia Featuring SOU-2630 and SOU-2633 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
Table Runner
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Made by Kimberly Baird
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Granny Square Block by AGF Studio CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE PATTERN! CLICK TO WATCH THE FREE TUTOTRIAL!
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Made by Paola Baker
Made by Heidi Staples
Delphi Layered Maxi Dress by Named Clothing Featuring K-3632 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
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Made by Alison Brorsen
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Misses’ Knit Tunics with Leggings by Burda Style Featuring K-2640 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
Clover Skirt and Top
by Violette Field Threads Made by Alexis Wright Featuring SOU-3633 and SOU-3630 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
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Mandala Dreams Quilt by Maureen Cracknell CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE PATTERN!
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Hoops Quilt
by AnneMarie Chany CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
Made by Maureen Cracknell
Made by Maureen Cracknell
Made by Maureen Cracknell
Made by Alison Brorsen
Paper Lanterns Table Runner
by Sharon Holland CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE PATTERN!
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Made by Alexis Wright
Clover Skirt and Top
by Violette Field Threads Made by Alexis Wright Featuring SOU-3631 and R-2632-1 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
Samantha Swimsuit Coverup
by Violette Field Threads Made by Alexis Wright Featuring R-2632-1 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
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Made by Alison Brorsen
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1940’s Tea Dress
by Sew Over It Made by Crystal Thoreson Featuring SOU-2635 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
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Harmonious Quilt by AGF Studio
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Cara Maternity Dress by Megan Nielsen Featuring K-2638 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
Misses’ Top
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Made by Alison Brorsen
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Made by Katie Skoog
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Ladies Spellbound Dress by Pattern Emporium Made by ELeri Kerian Featuring K-2632 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
Made by Laura Scaramella
Knit Bella Bodice
by Simple Live Company Made by Eleri Kerian Featuring K-3632, SOU-3630 and SOU-3631 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE PATTERN!
W I L D H E A RT
SO STAY HU
SOU-2635 GRATEFUL JOY ORCHID
SO CRYSTA
SOU-3630 MANDALA HARMONY SILENT
SO STAY HU
G E N T L E H E A RT
SOU-2630 MANDALA HARMONY VIVID
SOU-3635 GRATEFUL JOY CIELO
SO LIGH
OU-2631 UMBLE APRICOT
SOU-2632 FLORAL UNIVERSE PLUM
SOU-2633 FROM WITHIN CELESTE
SOU-2634 CLARITY MOMENTS STELLAR
OU-2636 AL AWAKENING
SOU-2638 HERE & NOW PURPURITE
SOU-2639 DEEPEST PURPOSE INTENSE
SOU-2640 BECOME ONE GREIGE
OU-3631 UMBLE SUNSET
SOU-3632 FLORAL UNIVERSE AUBURN
SOU-3633 FROM WITHIN ALMOND
SOU-3634 CLARITY MOMENTS SOLAR
SOU-3638 HERE & NOW CALCITE
SOU-3639 DEEPEST PURPOSE SOFT
SOU-3640 BECOME ONE ANTIQUE
OU-3637 HT HEARTED
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