New  "Spool-N-Around"

Applique Tablerunner or Wallhanging

    

"Spool-N-Around was one of New York States favorite 2014 Row by Row patterns. It is now available Country wide in pattern form for both Cotton and Wool Applique. Great pattern to for the country prim decor. The wool sample was stitched in lush Valdani variegated threads.

This pattern is available at many of the shops listed in our blog 

in the left column. 

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New  "Thistle Dew"

   Wool Applique Gathering and Shoulder Bag

            

"Thistle Dew" is just perfect to make as a gift or maybe even make two and keep one set for yourself. The pattern includes a Gathering Bag to hang on the wall finished with a twig handle, plus a Shoulder Bag that is just perfect for evening or lunch with the girls after shop hopping all day.   It was designed with lush hand dyed wools on a simple black  background and accented with variegated Valdani thread. Simple embroidery stitching gives this piece that wow effect.

This pattern is available at many of the shops

listed in our blog in the left column. 

All photos and designs are copyrighted in this blog. Please respect the designer

 New "Snow Kids"

on a Skiing Adventure with Scotty

Wool Applique Wallhanging 11" by 22 

    

Remember Sandie and Sammie Snow last years favorite Wool Applique Snowman patterns? As promised we have added to the series with the "Snow Kids". Along with the Kids; Sonnie and Stanley is the pet dog Scotty. They are on a skiing adventure with even a pair of skis in the background. This piece was created with hand dyed and textured wool. Accent with Valdani Threads.  If you haven't met Sandie and Sammie..scroll down and met them.

"Sandie Snow"

Wool Applique Mat (13" diameter) and Mitten Garland

"Sammie Snow"

Wool Applique Wallhanging 12" by 19.5"

 

These pattern are available at many of the shops

listed in our blog in the left column. 

All photos and designs are copyrighted in this blog. Please respect the designer

New Fall Oak 'n Berry Wool Applique Pattern Release

New  "Oak'nBerry"

Wool Applique Tablerunner

Finished Size 14" by  21" 

           

    

"Oak 'n Berry" is a perfect table runner for the fall season right through to Thanksgiving. It was designed with lush hand dyed wools on a simple black scalloped shape background and accented with variegated Valdani thread. Simple embrodiery stitching gives this piece that wow effect.

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This pattern is available at many of the shops

listed in our blog in the left column. 

All photos and designs are copyrighted in this blog. Please respect the designer.

Wool Applique Stovepipe Snowman Pattern Tote Bag, Smart Phone Case and Eye Glass Case New 2014 Release

New "Stovepipe Snowman Collection"

3 Patterns in One 

Wool Applique Tote Bag. Smart Phone Case and Eyeglass Case 

 

 

Snowman Lovers will just love this project that includes; a handy tote bag perfect to take along for the day, a handy Smart Phone Case with an extra pocket inside for credit cards or a few needful sewing items, plus a eye case.  Just a perfect gift idea for the snowfolks in your life. Stovepipe Snowman was designed with textured and hand dyed wools. We also used Valdani threads on this project.

 

This pattern is available at many of the shops

listed in our blog in the left column. 

All photos and designs are copyrighted in this blog. Please respect the designer.

New Wool Applique Snowman Runner Pattern Snowman Parade

 New "Snowman Parade"

Wool Applique Table Runner or 5 individual projects.

 

   

 

"Snowman Parade" is a versatile pattern that extends the opportunity to use a combination of textured patterns and hand dyed wool for this applique project or use of flannels combined with wool. 
 

This patterns is designed as a long table runner or wallhanging..but is perfect to use individual panels as gathering bags, pillows, or combine panels into individual small accent wallhangings. The pattern comes with easy instructions and fully illustrated step by step instructions.

 

 This pattern is available at many of the shops listed in our blog in the left column. 

 

All photos and designs are copyrighted in this blog. Please respect the designer.

 

Here is just a sampling of other Snowman Patterns we offer...

 

  

"Sandie Snow"

Wool Applique Mat (13" diameter) and Mitten Garland

"Sammie Snow"

Wool Applique Wallhanging 12" by 19.5"

  

"Krispy Snowdays"

Wool Applique Wallhanging(8" by 16.5") and Gathering Bag

      

              

"Scrapyard Snowman & Co."

Wool Applique Wallhanging(8" by 24") and Gathering Bag

  

                     

 

New 2014 Fall Wool Applique Pattern Harvest Moon with Crows Perfect for Halloween

 

New  "Harvest Moon" Pattern Release

Wool Applique Tablerunner Finished Size 12" by  28" 

 

 

"Harvest Moon" has an illusion of Halloween, but may be displayed through the fall season in celebration of crispy fall evenings. It was designed with hand dyed wools on a simple black background and accented with variegated Valdani thread. Perfect piece for beginner stitcher's, or the advance stitcher looking for a quick and easy weekend project.The pattern includes; easy instructions, lots of step by step illustrations. 

 

This pattern is available at many of the shops listed in our blog in the left column. 

 

All photos and designs are copyrighted in this blog. Please respect the designer.

 

Here is just a sampling of many more Fall Patterns we offer..  

 

"Flocking Crows"

 Wool Applique  Table Runner or Wallhanging 12" by 36"

"Floral Melody"

 Wool Applique Table Runner 11" by 24"

 

"Autumn Splendor"

Wool Applique Table Runner 12" by 36" 

 

 

"Rustlin Leaves"

Wool Applique Wallhanging 18" by 18"

 

"Spooky Halloween Garland"

Wool Applique

 

  

"Sweet Necter"

Wool Applique Candlemat 10.5" by 10.25"

 

 

"Fallin Leaves"

Wool Applique Candlemat  10" by 10" 

 

"Sunflower Daze"

Wool Applique Wall Hanging 11" by 27"

 

 

"Bittersweet Days"

Wool Applique Table Mat (22" by 22") and Gathering Bag

 

 "Birds in Bloom"

Wool Applique Wallhanging 11" by 30"

 

 

 

 

Row by Row Experience Shop Hop across the US July - August Free Applique Quilt Patterns

Crane Design is please to share "Row by Row" Shop Hop Rows from many of our clients from New England to the Mid West.

 

The Row by Row experience is nationwide event and offers quilters the opportunity to collect as many Row by Row free patterns to create your very own quilt. The Shop Hop starts July 1st and ends the 31st of August. So while traveling the country this summer we hope you visit many of the 1000's of shops across the country. Check out the Row by Row Experience to find other participating shops in travels and prizes offered.

 

The shops below offer many of Crane Design Patterns so when you are visiting you might want to check them out.

 

Below are samples of the shops rows that they will be offering a Free pattern for. Included is the state the shops are located along with links to their websites for store location and hours.

 

We wish every one a happy summer shop hopping across the USA

 

A rich combination row of Americana pieced rows with a touch of applique, just love the , available at...  

The Quilted Crow Boxborough, Massachusetts 

 Free Pattern and Kits available

 

 

 

Fabulous combination of Quilting & Wool Applique was created for this Country Primmie row, available at...  

Piecemakers Quilt Shop Hackensack Minnesota 

 Free Pattern and Kits available

 

 

Learn sashiko stitching with this amazing Summertime row, available at...  

Knit One Quilt Too,  Barrington Rhode Island

 Free Pattern and Kits available

 

 

Lovely combination of cottons, wool and hand dyed velvets, available at...

The Hen House,  Charlotte Michigan

Free Pattern and Kits available

 

A fabulous Americana Row with a combination of quilt blocks and applique, available at...

The Quilt Rack, North Platte Nebraska

Free Pattern and Kits available

 

 

 

 Perfect Summertime flower pots in a row with 3D posies, available at...

Bear's Paw Fabrics, Towson Maryland

Free Pattern and Kits available

 

 

 A wagon full of Pumpkins for a perfect Fall Day, available at...

Log Cabin Fabrics,Selkirk, New York

Free Pattern and Kits available

 

 

A perfect Winter Row of Snowballs of varies sizes, done with Snowman prints, available at

Mountain Creek Quilt Shop, Greenback, Tennessee

Free Pattern and Kits available

Snowflakes are a beautiful illusion this summer to keep you cool, this row is available at

Calico Gals, Syracuse, NY
 Free Pattern and Kits available

Three quaint pieced row houses with a touch of applique, this row is available at

The Sewing Room, Redding, CA
 Free Pattern and Kits available

 

New Wool Applique Pattern Release "English Flower Garden" Wallhanging

 

"English Flower Garden"

Wool Applique Wallhanging

 

 

"English Flower Garden" is the perfect way to bring the garden indoors all year long. This piece was designed with three wool applique panels and framed with Flannel, but could easily be done with Cotton or Wool. 

We used Valdani 3 Strand Variegated Thread giving the piece extra depth in the design.

This pattern may be purchased at many of the fine shops listed in this blog.

 

Note: Please respect the designer, all photos and patterns in this blog are copyright and may not be copied.

New Seashell Wool Applique Pattern Release " Ocean Breeze" with Trapunto Accents

 

 

"Ocean Breeze"

 

 

This wool applique candlemat is just perfect for patio entertaining, the beach house or cottage decor. We used a combination of hand dyed and textured wool. Plus a fun technique called Trapunto on the shells.  Trapunto gives a dimensional look by gently stuffing the shells..gives them a natural look. To much fun.

We used Valdani 3 Strand Variegated Thread giving the piece extra depth in the design.

This pattern may be purchased at many of the fine shops listed in this blog.

 

Note: Please respect the designer, all photos and patterns in this blog are copyright and may not be copied.

Changing the Color Palette Punchneedle Patterns

I am thrilled to share with you how Kathy the owner of Wool and Goods, LLC of Rollingsford,  NH change the color palette of 3 of my punchneedle patterns

 

...I just love them!!!!

 

As a designer I am always encouraging fellow stitcher's to change suggested colors in one of my patterns to make it their very own. Below are photos of the original pattern that I worked on the left and on the right how Kathy changed it up...

 

 The first sample Kathy created..."Parchment Petals" ...love the brighter colors taking the piece from fall tones to spring tones. Finished with a matching frame.

 
 

The second sample is "Goldfinch and Thistles" Oh, just love the blue variegated colors in the background with the rose color thistles....

 

The final sample Kathy created was "Bleeding Heart Blush". I designed it as a small pillow, Kathy framed it with hand dyed yarn around the outside..just a little different twist.

 

 I hope these three samples will encourage you the next time when you select our your next project to try something different, maybe different colors or how you present the finial piece.

 

 

New Wool Applique Pattern Release Whispering Violet Candlemat

 

 

 

 

Whispering Violets" was created with a rich textured background with hand dyed violets and leaves.  A perfect piece to make for Easter or Mother's Day centerpiece or give as a gift.

The pattern also includes a matching Candlewrap Bonus Pattern. The wrap fits a 4 1/2" candle. The pattern can easily be adjusted to fit other size candles. A quick and easy project to make up a few for giving this spring season. A classic look that may be displayed all year round.

 

This pattern may be purchased at many of the fine shops listed in this blog.

 

Note: Please respect the designer, all photos and patterns in this blog are copyright and may not be copied.

New Spring Wool Applique Pattern...Garden Basket

 

"Garden Basket" is a versatile pattern that extends the opportunity to use a combination of textured patterns and hand dyed wool for this applique project. Created in lush rose colors and accent with dusty olives. We used variegated Valdani three strand floss to bring out the colors of the flowers.

   

This pattern is available at many of the fine shops listed in blog on the left hand column.

 

 

Please respect the designer..all patterns and photos in this blog are copyright and may not be copied.

New Pattern Release "Country Friends" Wool Applique Sheep & Rabbits

 

"Country Friends"

Wool Applique Sewing Kit Collection

4 Projects in 1 Pattern

 

 

 

"Country Friends" is a versatile pattern that extends the opportunity to use a combination of Wool and Homespun fabrics for this applique project...it may also be done in just wool.

The pattern includes 4 patterns in 1.  The sample designs above show the pattern made up as pillows, but could easily be made into individual Wallhangings.

 

This Pattern may be purchased at many of the fine shops listed in this blog.

 

Please Respect the Designer, all  patterns and photos in this blog are copyrighted.

Wool Applique Gift or Ditty Bags featuring "Tweets 4 You" Sweet Song Birds

 "Tweets" 4 You 

Gift Twig Bag /Cupboard Door Hangers

4 Patterns in 1

 

 

"Tweets 4 You"  a special little wool applique bag for every season. Perfect for bird lovers with little Tweet featured on each bag.

 

 

This pattern may be purchased from many of the shops listed in our blog.

 

Please respect the Designer, all photos and  patterns are copyrighted 

New 2014 Wool Applique Pattern "Sheep Oasis" Plus Willow Tree Twig Bag

 "Sheep Oasis"

 

A new spring wool applique pattern that includes a Table Runner and Twig Bag. Both were done in rich color textured wools. It was accented with variegated Valdani Threads. What a wonderful way to introduce a little Spring into your decor all year round.

 

 

This Bag would be perfect to display on a ole Cupboard Door with Pussy Willows and some daffodils. A classic look that may be displayed all year round.

 

 

This pattern may be purchased from many of the fine shops listed in our blog.

 

Please respect the designer, all patterns and photos in this blog are copyrighted.

 

 

Flocking Crows New 2014 Wool Applique Runner or Wallhanging Pattern

New  "Flocking Crows"

Wool Applique Wallhanging or Tablerunner

 

 

"Flocking Crows" is a versatile pattern that can be used as a Wallhanging or Tablerunner.  It has even been suggested it would be great to use as a Valence.

This whimsical piece showcases a flock of Crows flying through a field of Sunflowers.Perfect for the Primmie Country look to the traditional decor. Just a lot of fun to stitch on a cold winter eve. We used Valdani Threads for a nice variegated look to the piece.

This is large piece so we have included below a close-up of the center of the runner.

 

 

This pattern is available at many of the fine shops listed in our blog.

 

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