A Quilter's Handmade Holiday

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HEIRLOOM QUILT KITS

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TAMMY SILVERS TALKS GIFTING

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OUR PRINTED PICKS

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DECK THE HALLS WITH DIY

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QUILT KITS BY SKILL LEVEL

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QUICK QUILTED GIFTS

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GIFTS FOR QUILTERS

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HOLIDAY COOKIE RECIPES

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Hey there, Quilters!

For quilters, we know there’s no such thing as a last-minute gift. We also know that getting started on your holiday to-do list is often the hardest part. So this year, we did the prep work for you!

We asked a few of our favorite quilters about this season’s hottest holiday trends and best gift ideas. Then we stitched up this guide packed with carefully curated quilt kits, gorgeous fabrics and clever wrapping ideas, so you can spend less time prepping and more time making gifts that will knock their socks off.

Cue the holiday music, hang that do-notdisturb sign on your quilt room door and embrace the coming season — and your overflowing stash — with joy.

Happy quilting!

Your Craftsy quilting fanatics

Heirloom Quilt Kits FOR A HEARTFELT HOLIDAY Make sure Christmas is cozy this year – and for generations to come.

WHAT'S IN A QUILT KIT?

Designer Pattern

+ Quilt Top Fabric

I always make gifts for the holidays, because it makes giving more meaningful to me. The earlier I get started, the better the gifts are too!"

- Amy Alan, Craftsy Instructor SEE AMY'S CLASS, SEW READY: MACHINE BASICS ➔

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WELCOME HOME QUILT KIT 84" x 108" $168.75 âž”

s h o p b a c k in g fa b r ic too!

GLORY DAYS QUILT KIT 56" x 70" $86.25 ➔

MEDALLION QUILT KIT 98" x 98" $168.75 ➔

The gift is more than just the physical item - it takes us hours to open gifts because we get carried away with all the memories and funny stories of family - and that’s what Christmas is all about."

- Lisa Shaw, Craftsy Instructor SEE LISA’S CLASS, HOOP SAVVY ➔

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REGENT QUILT KIT 93" x 111" $165.00 ➔

s h o p b a c k in g fa b r ic too!

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MAKE IT MERRY WITH

Tammy Silvers

The popular instructor of Craftsy's Quick Quilted Gifts took a few minutes away from her holiday prep to tell us how she makes the most of the season. Thanks, Tammy!

What is the most memorable handmade gift you've ever received?

One of my favorite handmade gifts was a box of Barbie clothes that my mother must have labored over for months. Even now, years and, ahem, years later I still remember folding back layers of tissue paper and gasping at the tiny wardrobe inside.

What are your favorite gifts to make?

Finding the perfect project that will showcase my skills and the recipient’s interests is so much more of a rush than any bargain scored on Black Friday. Those are the best gifts to make!

What do you love most about giving handmade gifts?

I grew up surrounded by makers, and handmade gifts were kind of a given in our household. I love that they're tenderly created by your own hands for those you cherish the most — it's the perfect mix of craft and care.

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Tammy's Tips for Happy Holiday Gifting 1. GET STARTED NOW — Make a reasonable list for gift making (you can't make a bedsized quilt for everyone) and eliminate the last-minute rush by getting started soon.

2. TAKE NOTES — Use a journal to keep track of ideas. From clipped photos to written notes, a journal is the perfect way to land on the right gift for the person who has everything!

3. INVENTORY SUPPLIES — Organize your stash and make sure you have the supplies you need. That way, you'll be ready to quilt whenever the creative urge strikes!

4. SET A BUDGET — Set a budget so you don't get carried away (we've all been there!). If you're a little more budget-conscious this year, brainstorm projects that make the most of supplies you already have.

5. MAKE TIME EVERY DAY — Don’t try to have a weekend crafting marathon. Productivity is cumulative and you may be surprised at what you can accomplish in just 30 minutes a day.

whi p up t he scar f a n d la p q u i l t o n t h e o p p o si te p a g e !

 Learn to make Tammy's favorite giftable goods.

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The weekend after Thanksgiving, I love to put my Christmas quilts on the beds. It's easy to decorate with quilts, and it makes me smile every time I see them! I also believe that sleeping under Christmas quilts brings "comfort" to the hectic holidays - Mimi Dietrich, Craftsy Instructor SEE MIMI'S CLASS, FINISHING SCHOOL: EDGES & BINDINGS âž”

Our Printed Picks For when visions of fabric dance through your head.

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STASHBUSTING TIPS TO THINK OUTSIDE THE (GIFT)BOX Put your scraps to work with these unique wrapping ideas.

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Wrapping gifts has always been a huge part of our holiday decorating.

With a toddler and two curious cats in the house, I've switched from paper and ribbons to handmade fabric gift bags! They don't take long to sew up, plus they can be reused year after year."

- Lindsay Conner, Quilt Blogger SEE MORE FROM LINDSAY ON THE CRAFTSY BLOG ➔

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Deck the Halls with DIY

Your holiday hub for a host of festive patterns. Enjoy this roundup from our blog (and just imagine there's a big red bow over it all).

STOCKINGS Always hang your stockings with care, especially if you sew one of these beauties.

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For over 35 years I've made handcrafted ornaments for my children, nieces and nephews — that's 22 ornaments a year! I thought they might be tired of getting them, so two years ago I included a self-addressed postcard asking them to mark "I have enough" or "Keep 'em comin'." Not a single person opted out!"

- Barb Eikmeier, Craftsy Instructor SEE BARB’S CLASS, CONNECT THE BLOCKS: DESIGNING CUSTOM SASHINGS ➔

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TREE SKIRTS Craft tree skirts worth rockin' around!

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ADVENT CALENDARS Count down to Christmas and make memories along the way.

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ORNAMENTS Trim your tree with a collection of your own creations.

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Giftable Kits

FOR EVERY SKILL LEVEL (From Santa's helper to full-fledged elf) From simple to splendid, there's a perfect fit for every quilter – and every loved one – in our holiday roundup.

In my family, Christmas gifts are always handmade. I so enjoy the process of choosing the perfect fabric, color, project for that special person in my life. My thoughts of them and memories of why I'm making the choices I do surround me and give me a smile as I'm making their gift. How could all those feelings of love NOT be felt by the recipient when they open the gift? Share the love and memories and give a little bit of you this holiday season.."

Lisa Shawl, Craftsy Instructor SEE LISA’S CLASS, BIG EMBROIDERY WITH A SMALL HOOP ➔

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Beginner Kits

STITCH UP SOMETHING SWEET AND SIMPLE

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A. CORNER LOT QUILT KIT 60" x 60" $60.75 ➔ B. TOWN SQUARE QUILT KIT 55" x 55" $34.50 ➔

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C. SUBURBIA QUILT KIT 58" x 58" $60.38 ➔ D. STRIP CITY QUILT KIT 54" x 54"

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$47.25 ➔

WHAT'S IN A QUILT KIT?

+ Designer Pattern

Quilt Top Fabric

Intermediate Kits

JUST ENOUGH SPICE TO KEEP THINGS NICE

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A A. CHARMING FRIENDSHIP B. ADAGIO QUILT KIT STARS QUILT KIT 70" x 80" 48" x 56" $93.75 ➔ $63.75 ➔

C 3. SEPTEMBER SUNRISE QUILT KIT 62" x 62" $67.50 ➔

Every year between Christmas and New Year's I make a log cabin quilt, just for fun, so I can play with the fabrics and scraps I've collected throughout the year. Then I give it away!"

- Allie Aller, Craftsy Instructor SEE ALLIE'S CLASS, CRAZY QUILTS ➔

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Advanced Kits

AS SEASONED AS YOUR HOLIDAY HAM...

RIBBON RAINBOW QUILT KIT 108" x 108" $131.25 ➔

RADIANT STAR QUILT KIT 102" x 102" $150. 00 ➔

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Every year my grandma would make matching quilted gifts for all of her grandchildren. It was never anything too elaborate, but we all could clearly feel the love that went into each and every stitch. I'm doing the same thing for my family now, and it makes me so happy to bring the past into the present and keep this tradition going!"

- Kimmy Brunner, Craftsy Instructor SEE KIMMY'S CLASS, MACHINE QUILTING WITH TEMPLATES âž”

ANYTIME OR JUST-IN-TIME:

Quick Quilted Gifts Is a quilt before Christmas laughably out of reach?

Enjoy these fast-and-easy gift ideas from our blog — still guaranteed to beat Santa's sleigh.

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Peace, Joy & Your Best Holiday Cookies Ever Consider us your secret Santa and these recipes our gift to you. Thanks for sharing your quilting love with us this year.

ROSEMARY, ALMOND & WHITE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

1/3 cup sliced almonds, plus for top

5. Chill the dough for at least 4 hours and up to 36 hours.

Yield: 18 cookies

1. Melt 4 tbsp of butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Once melted, add rosemary and stir until butter turns a rich medium brown. Set aside and let cool.

6. Preheat the oven to 350° F. Roll dough into balls of about 2 tbsp each, and place on a cookie sheet 3 inches apart.

For the rosemary browned butter: 1/4 cup butter 3-4 small sprigs rosemary For the rest:

1 cup cake flour

1 cup minus 2 tbsp bread flour 1/4 tsp baking soda /4 tsp baking 3 powder 1/2 tsp salt 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup plus 2 tbsp light brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1/8 tsp vanilla extract (optional) 1/4 tsp almond extract 1 cup white chocolate chips

2. Sift together cake flour, bread flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt.

3. In a large bowl, cream together the brown sugar and remaining 6 tbsp of softened butter until smooth. Add the granulated sugar. Set a fine mesh strainer over the bowl and pour browned butter through to remove the rosemary.

Beat vigorously until mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Then add the egg, almond extract and vanilla extract. Beat until incorporated.

4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix just until incorporated. Fold in the white chocolate and almonds.

7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are still soft.

Cookies will continue to set once they’ve been removed from the oven.

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CRANBERRY-ORANGE SHORTBREAD Yield: 24 cookies 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp confectioners' sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 tsp almond extract 1/2 tbsp finely grated orange zest 1/4 cup chopped dried cranberries 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/8 tsp baking powder

1 pinch of salt

1. Cream butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar a little at a time, beating until smooth.

Add vanilla and orange extracts, orange zest and cranberries, then mix.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt.

Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing gently until the dough comes together in a thick paste.

3. Form dough into two logs, each about 1 1/2 inches in diameter; wrap in parchment and refrigerate until firm at least 1 hour.

4. Preheat the oven to 350° F. If frozen, let logs stand at room temp. for 10 minutes. Remove parchment and slice logs into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Space each about 1 inch apart on a baking sheet. Bake about 12 minutes.

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DARK CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE COOKIES WITH CANDIED MINT

1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Yield: 24 cookies

1/4 mint leaves, chopped very fine

For the cookie dough: 2 cups dark chocolate chips 1/4 cup unsalted butter 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 2 large eggs 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 tbsp coca powder 1/8 tsp salt 1/4 baking powder

1. In a large bowl, melt the chocolate chips and butter in a double boiler, or microwave mixture 20-30 seconds at a time, stirring each time, until smooth and liquid. Let cool briefly.

2. In a small bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, salt and baking powder. Set aside.

3. Combine the sugar and eggs and beat vigorously, either by

hand or with an electric beater, until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add in vanilla extract, the chopped mint leaves, and the chocolate-butter mixture and beat again until combined.

4. Fold in the dry ingredients and the remaining chocolate chips. Set the dough aside and let cool.

5. Meanwhile, make the candied mint leaves. Lay leaves flat on a paper towel. Whisk the egg white and brush it lightly overtop the leaves, then dust with sugar and let dry.

6. Preheat oven to 350 F. Scoop a tablespoon of dough at a time and roll into small balls, placing them about 3 inches apart on a parchmentlined baking sheet. Bake for 7-10 minutes, or until edges are set but centers are still soft.

7. Let cool briefly, then press mint leaves into the centers of the cookies.

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