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All my patterns are easy– REALLY!

You might notice that the level of difficulty for each pattern is the same– All Levels. This isn’t a mistake or an exaggeration; it’s actually true. I’ve been designing patterns for a long time and know how to make patterns and write instructions that can be followed literally by anyone, regardless of skill level. If you are a beginner it will just take longer, that’s all. So don’t be intimidated if the pattern you are drawn to has a lot of pieces or looks complicated. You can do it– I promise. If you do happen to have a question, email me, I’ll help.

All patterns are backed by a money-back guarantee. So relax and have fun!

Jill McCloy

Mali Jacket

14.95

SIZE: All

LEVEL: All Levels

Combining the speed of serging and the fun of machine embellishing, this fast and stylish jacket can be made in a day. With neckline shaping, dropped shoulders, a swingy back pleat, shaped hem and embellished and decoratively flat locked yoke and bands, the Mali Jacket is flattering and has style to spare.

Victorian Needle Roll

14.95

SIZE: 1 3/4″ W X 7″L

LEVEL: All Levels

This lovely pin cushion may be small in size, but it’s big on technique. Delicate pin tucks frame wing needle lace joining, puffing, entredeux embellishment, dainty silk ribbon embroidery, a sweet cross stitched border and scallop stitched hems. Add a bit of potpourri and turn the needle roll into a charming sachet. Accessory feet are used throughout to insure quick and accurate stitching.

The Heirloom Shirt Book, with Quilt

14.95

LEVEL: All Levels-really!

Whether you are a tomboy or a princess, you’ll look and feel great wearing this beautiful, eye catching shirt. There are quilt versions for those of you that would love to learn more about accessory feet and heirloom techniques but prefer projects other than clothing. Easy to stitch, yes. Fast? No, but fun and interesting and just gorgeous.

The Lookout Pattern

14.95

SIZE: 22″ WX 22″H

LEVEL: All Levels

The Lookout was developed from two photographs taken while on a teaching visit to the Big Island of Hawaii. One is of the Hamakua coast the other of my friend, Deon, looking out to sea. This quilt pattern will help develop your landscape quilting skills with turned and bonded applique techniques and free motion embellishment. The beautiful hibiscus is dimensional as are the two lei and the sarong adding nice depth and further interest to the piece.

Little Hummer Pattern

14.95

SIZE: 22″ WX 22″H

LEVEL: All Levels

Choosen for its beauty and rarity, the White Eared Hummingbird is the star of this quilt. The tepary blossoms from which it feeds will develope into the delicious tepary bean, native to the southwest. Turned applique mountains, dimensional flowers and leaves, a satin stitched vine and free motion texture are featured techniques.

Nene and Child Pattern

14.95

SIZE: 28″ WX 28″H

LEVEL: All Levels

With the beloved Hawaiian state bird and ‘ohelo berries in a lava field setting this is truly a “Big Island” quilt. Apply a quick take on Hawaiian style quilting, learn a nifty machine turned appliqué technique and make and apply the yo-yo based ‘ohelo berries by machine. Apply a lush batik border to stand counterpoint to the stark lava field background.

The Quilted Lady

14.95

SIZE: 22″ WX 18″H

LEVEL: All Levels

It all started with a shopping bag which was saved for over ten years before it was used as an inspiration for this beautiful little wall hanging. The original is hand quilted, but it would adapt nicely to machine quilting. The design would be exciting to use as an starting point for appliqué, fabric painting and embellishing.

Quilting by the Foot

14.95

SIZE: 17″ WX 23 1/2″H

LEVEL: All Levels

Learn to use your accessory feet! Make your quilting faster, easier, less stressful and more accurate. Constructing this lovely sampler quilt using a variety of accessory feet will give you “foot on” experience in piecing, appliqué, and adding texture and embellishments. Then after layering, continue using accessory feet for no stress, accurate stippling, quilt in the ditch, echo quilting and binding.

Asian Fantasy Table Runner

14.95

SIZE: 16W” X 54″L

LEVEL: All Levels

Fun to make, lovely to use and a nice mix of technique to keep it interesting; this striking table runner is sure to be a hit. Use focus fabrics or machine embroidery accents. Apply asymmetrical fans for an artfully Asian take on tradition fans. Make and apply easy bias piping and finish up with a beautiful lining to make this a completely reversible table runner.

Roses and Lace

14.95

SIZE: 21W” X 21″H

LEVEL: All Levels

Have fun planning, constructing and (especially) embellishing this pretty Roses and Lace wall hanging. Your choice of fabric and embellishment will create your own style and mood. Use some favorite scraps to set the tone or start from scratch. The possibilities are endless and the techniques are fun in this easy weekend project.

Crazy for Hawaii

14.95

SIZE: 21W” X 21″H

LEVEL: All Levels

A cheery, colorfully contemporary take on Hawaiian quilting that is just a bit crazy. Techniques include: paper pieced crazy quilting; decorative stitching; applique; Jill’s no-pin binding and heat-set crystal application.

Hollyhocks in Grandmother’s Yard

14.95

SIZE: 19″W X 25″H

LEVEL: All Levels

Joyful Hollyhocks bring summer to your home no matter the season. Machine made hollyhocks, machine stitched buttons, pinked center accents and easy turned applique leaves make for a quick, easy and fun to make project.

Sandpiper and Sand Dollars

14.95

Finished size: 22″W X 22″H

Level: All Levels

This small treasure packs in the fun and technique of a project twice its size. Scribble-stitched sunlight, couched surf, and translucent seas create a delightful year-round resident for your home. Even the kelp is fun.

Flamingo Moon

14.95

Finished size: 17.5″W X 32″H

Level: All levels

Flamingo Moon is designed to stand alone or pair up with South Island Sunset. This sampler makes use of five different appliqué techniques, free motion embroidered details, and taper stitch accents. Strengthen your embellishment skills and brighten any room with this original design.

South Island Sunset

14.95

Finished size: 18″W X 31″H

Level: All Levels

This lighthearted wall hanging is easy to stitch, but it has enough variety to keep it interesting. It features couched fibers as well as a quick mitering technique, so search out some yummy textured fibers to add interest to the sea grass and make this special quilt uniquely yours.

Sonoran Sunset

14.95

Finished size: 26″W X 26″H

Level: All Levels

This quilt, featuring the Cactus Wren, will bring warmth to any decor. Start collecting special fabrics and notions for your own version of Sonoran Sunset. Begin with the basic design and add your own ideas to create a project to treasure.

Sonoma Sunrise

14.95

SIZE: 26″W X 26″H

LEVEL: All Levels

Yo-yo grapes, sculpted leaves, dimensional poppies, and a plump California Quail make this an unmistakable California Wine Country quilt. Incorporate ideas and notions to personalize your quilt and make it uniquely yours.

Purple Mountains Majesty

14.95

SIZE: 27″W X 27″H

LEVEL: All Levels

An appliquéd eagle and dimensional rhododendrons combine to make this American Eagle quilt rich and appealing. It uses four types of appliqué plus paper pieced corner blocks. An Americana bonus version is included.

Luna Moon Quilt Pattern

14.95

SIZE: 18″W X 31″H

LEVEL: All Levels

This quilt features the Luna Moth. Effortless appliqué techniques make this is an easy, enjoyable quilt to stitch up. The simple design allows your color choices and fabrics to take center stage, leaving plenty of room for creativity.

Dragonfly Moon Quilt Pattern

14.95

SIZE: 18″W X 31″H

LEVEL: All Levels

Strong, simple shapes make this project easy to stitch. Techniques include a variation of traditional satin appliqué, heat bond techniques, ultra light fusible interfacing and a nifty mitering technique. Keep it simple or add a bit of machine embroidery or other embellishment for a special touch.

Meadowlark Dawn Quilt Pattern

14.95

SIZE: 22″W X 22″H

LEVEL: All Levels

The song of the Western Meadowlark is so lovely that 6 states have chosen it as the official state bird.To hear the song, click the play button.

Jill’s Bag

14.95

SIZE: Based on a 44″ square

LEVEL: All Levels

Fast and easy, this big bag holds everything. Stuffed handles make big loads comfortable. Five wide panels and four narrow bands, plus optional pockets, give enough design area to satisfy the most dedicated embellisher. In a hurry? Use a 45″ square of pre-quilted fabric. A great gift!

DOWNLOAD- Maple Sugar Design

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5.00

SIZE: 12″H X 12″H

LEVEL: All Levels

This sweet little paper pieced quilt is a simple but fun project. It looks hand tied, but machine bartacking over fiber is the quick way to a hand tied look and it is faster, easier and stronger. Even a simple project should teach us something new.

DOWNLOAD- Ft. Myers Bag Design

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5.00

SIZE: Custom

LEVEL: All Levels

Learn to make twisted cord using your bobbin winder, wing needle stitching, no-handwork lining, bar tacking by machine, padded satin stitch and more.

DOWNLOAD- Beaded Clutch Design

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5.00

SIZE: 5.25″H X 3″H

LEVEL: All Levels

Machine Embroidery Hand Beading and Hot Glued Sparkles

DOWNLOAD- Tucked Sampler Pillow Wrap

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SIZE: 14″H X 8″H without cord or dangles

LEVEL: All Levels

Accessory Foot Techniques Galore!

DOWNLOAD- Trinket Safe Design

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5.00

SIZE: 6.5″W X 3.5″H

LEVEL: All Levels

This lovely fabric envelope was designed to hold a pair of silver earrings that were my grandmother’s. Pretty and delicate on the outside, the inside is lined with soft, practical flannel to protect your special treasures. Featuring exquisite machine embroidery, drawn thread work and three types of open work decorative seaming and machine bar tacked ties.

DOWNLOAD- Potpourri Babies Design

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5.00

SIZE: 3″H

LEVEL: All Levels

3″ Dolls, cute, fun and loved by little girls. Theme fabric, focus fabrics, machine embroidery, hand embroidery, there is always room for a bit of embellishment for a special child or friend. Add a bit of potpourri and turn your little doll into a charming sachet. These little dolls tucked into a Tiny Treasures Tote would make any child happy. Try the bear in a denim pouch with belt loops to make a little boy happy.

DOWNLOAD- Tiny Treasures Tote Design

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5.00

SIZE: 4″W X 4.5″H

LEVEL: All Levels

The Potpourri Babies fit perfectly in this charming bag to make a special little girl very happy.

DOWNLOAD- Morning Glory Quilt

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5.00

SIZE: 18″W X 18″H

LEVEL: All Levels

Beautiful Shadow Appliqué and easy machine embroidery.

DOWNLOAD- Neck Roll Pillow

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5.00

SIZE: 14″W X 8″H

LEVEL: All Levels

Features Exposed Serged Seams. The decorative wrap may be changed for different occasions.

DOWNLOAD- Beaded Amulet Pattern

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5.00

SIZE: 2″H X 2.25″H without cord or dangles

LEVEL: All Levels

When ordering ask for fun beaded twisted cord in the comment section of the order page.

FREE DOWNLOAD-Rolled Edge Kimono Pattern

FREE PATTERN

SIZE: Multiple

LEVEL: All Levels

Wonderfully simple rolled edge serger project flatters all figures. Spend a few hours with your serger and end up with a beautiful garment. After learning the easy sizing techniques and mastering your rolled hem, you can make a rolled edge kimono in and afternoon. Change lengths and fabrics add some embellishments and you can have a kimono wardrobe in a weekend. Thank you, Lynn, for modeling.

No-Pin Quilt Binding Instructions

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FREE DOWNLOAD– Fundamentals Bag Pattern

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SIZE: 18″W X 22″H

LEVEL: Beginner

This easy project is great for the beginning or returning sewer. It teaches clean finishing, hemming, top and edge stitching, patch pocket application and how to make a casing. All without having to fit a thing and resulting in a pretty and useful drawstring tote.

FREE DOWNLOAD– Stitcher’s Pantry List

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The stitcher’s pantry is very much like a food pantry. Like a creative cook, a creative sewer needs to have certain supplies on hand for moments of inspiration. Each stitcher will accent her own specialities when stocking her particular “pantry”, but these are the building blocks.

Tips for Tracking Machine Embroidery Files

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When editing embroidery designs, you’re likely to create slightly different versions and/or sizes of a design—and you’re likely to lose track of which is which. Using these simple guidelines will help you manage your edited files so you won’t waste time searching for the desired version.