Saturday, August 11, 2012

Introducing Polka Dot Stitches...


Yay!!!!...I have a new fabric line coming out!
My new line was inspired by 
circles, doilies, crochet,
 the 60's (when I was born) 
and of course...embroidery.
I learned how to embroider when I
 was 6 years old...
 and so I have been having 
an ongoing love affair
 with stitching ever since:)


Introducing
......
......
by
Lori Holt
of
Bee in my Bonnet
for
Riley Blake Designs


I just have 2 yards of precuts to 
start designing with and to 
get working on a few new patterns!


It's always soooo hard for me 
to cut into my pre yardage because
 I'm afraid I will run out 
before my bolts of the 
fabric line get here...
which will be in about 3 weeks!
YIKES!!!


Here are my 2 yard cuts 
in a nice little stack 
in my front room. 
 I am missing the 4 solids 
that have not arrived yet.
The solids are
 red, aqua, gray and white.



Total number of fabrics in 
Polka Dot Stitches...
28
 including solids:)


Red/Pink/Gray 
colorway


By the way...
the circles on this print each 
measure 2 1/2" across:)



Aqua/Yellow/Gray
colorway




Gray/AppleGreen/White
colorway





I'm really excited about 
these 3 "words" prints that
 I designed to go in the line.
First I drew up diagrams 
for common embroidery stitches ...
(just like they used to put 
in the iron on embroidery patterns) 
And then I added words that
 have to do with stitching. 
(vintage embroidery stitching
 and crochet stitches:)

I think these "word" prints will
 make fun backgrounds!


I currently have them all rolled up and waiting to be played with.
They are waiting impatiently...
inside my cute new aqua utility cart! 
I picked it up from IKEA while
 there last month...
lucky me...
I have an IKEA 10 minutes
 from my house:)




As you can see from the
 quilt hanging on the wall...
 (Vintage Dishes - made with Sew Cherry)
Polka Dot Stitches fits in rather nicely 
with my other fabric lines.

I have 4 new quilts drawn up along with 
2 other quilty patterns....
I will start cutting into it 
first thing Monday morning!!!

I'd love to hear how you feel
 about my new line....
I hope you like it and that you want
 to play with Polka Dot stitches too!

I love hearing from you and 
I read each and every comment with 
a smile on my face...thank you so much for all of your kind words!!!
Until then...
have a quilty kind of day!
xx
Lori


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Jessie Fincham said...

Lori it all looks absolutely stunning!!! Love the text prints, they would be great little zip purses to keep sewing supplies organised :)
Jessie, xo

Sandy said...

I have loved every line of fabric that you have designed...I have quite a bit in my stash as well! I love anything with dots or circles, so this one is great. The gray/green really speaks to me...as does the words fabric.

becka said...

I love all your fabric lines. I don't know how one person can have so many ideas swimming around in her head!

Patricia Lessell said...

Love love love love it. Have i said I love it yet??? I really LOVE it. But then again so far I have loved all your lines - you are one of my favorite fabric designers and you NEVER disappoint me. Can't wait to get my hands on some of this.

Laurel said...

Once again you have created a winner! I love the green apple colorway. I love the "words" as well. So fun for all of us who embroider, stitch, crochet, and more.

Patricia Lessell said...

My comment just disappeared :-(

Anyway like ever other line you have ever made I LOVE this one too and can't wait to get my hands on some of it. You can be sure that this will make its way into my Farmers Wife Quilt.

Rae said...

I love your new fabric line. Polka dots make me smile! raybanfandango at hotmail dot com

Vickie said...

I love the print with the embroidery stitches, the colors you use and how all of your fabric lines can mix and match. Keep designing please. :)

Siobhán said...

Love it!! My favorite colors, too, so nice and fresh. :) I think my favorite is the definitions--I love text fabrics.

Dee said...

Congratulations on another wonderful fabric line. So cute!

Delcia R. said...

Super cute line of fabrics. I still have my Coats & Clark "Learn How" book (with the green cover) from long ago--your stitches fabric takes me back to being a kid when my mom would buy those printed pot holders (mine was a bear holding a spoon) to embroider. Add some ric rac accents and a few yo yos and I'm ready to think up a "Polka Dot Stitches" table topper and chair covers for the little table and chairs set from when our daughter was little. Thanks for jogging the fun memories!

Anonymous said...

Hello from France,

Just a little note to say "good job" the fabrics are just beautiful.

Thank you
Annette Marques

everinprogress said...

The green set is especially cute!

Rhonda D. said...

I have been a follower of yours for quite some time. I have collected most of your patterns (and completed them, too!)
Love your fabrics, too! Right now
I am loving that word/text fabrics!
Those will definitely be on my list of what to buy next! (or win,
if I am lucky!!) Congrats on the
new line!!! Thanks for the chance
to win!!

wigglypup2(at)yahoo(dot)com

marygabriella said...

Sono davvero dei tessuti meravigliosi, i colori sono stupendi.
Starebbero benissimo nella mia casa!
Un abbraccio.
Marina Genovesi

Mi Ha-Pea said...

Brilliant fabrics!! Definitely one for my wish list. well done :)

Unknown said...

Love your new range...STUNNING

TexPat said...

Simply luscious!! I can't choose a favorite colorway...I love them all and the text prints are adorable!

justme said...

Congrats on your new line.....I was teaching my daughter how to crochet this weekend. Brought back so many memories of my grandma and mom as they taught me. You have captured this feeling so very nicely and I look forward to seeing this line hit hte stores.

maggie said...

I am just mad about your new fabric line. I love the colors& the design.
Just beautiful.

Rachel said...

Love it! The words print is so cute and the apple green/grey colourway is gorgeous!

Andy said...

Oooh those gray and apple green fabrics almost make my mouth water! And I love that you made the circles 2-1/2 inches. It's a magic number in the quilting world, isn't it?

Joyful Mom said...

I think Polka Dot Stitches is my favorite of all your darling fabrics. The red, pink, and grey is too cute. The word print reminds me embroidery lessons from my Grandma. Thanks for the memory!

Joyful Mom said...

I think Polka Dot Stitches is my favorite of all your darling fabric. The red, pink, and grey is too cute and the word print reminds me of embroidery lessons from my Grandma. Thanks for the memory Lori!

grammajudyb said...

I really love the word prints. My fav is the grey/apple green color way.

Carol said...

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Lori, Lori! Such talent! Must have! Must absolutely have!

Unknown said...

Fantastic new line and I just adore the green color way!!

Unknown said...

Fantastic new line...I adore the green colorway

Anonymous said...

I love your lines, and I think my favorite of this one is the Gray/AppleGreen/White colorway! I've fallen on the gray bandwagon, like a lot of other people. The only thing I would have liked better is if you had an orange/gray colorway...lol.

xo Linda

www.randomthoughtsdoordi.com said...

I love the new line, especially the apple green colorway

Crystal Stanworth said...

i do so want to see this fabric line in real life! all cuteness!

ThreadCatcher said...

I like the colorsways in this fabric line; adding some solids is a good thing! Looking forward to seeing your creations.

Tricia said...

These fabrics look great! I can't wait to buy some.

Dana said...

I truly love it! I'm so glad you did that "word" print!

Karen H said...

Very lovely fabric! I can't wait to see them in stores - I'm sure they are even prettier in person! I love the text print.

Patty said...

Your new line is so fun! I especially love the word prints.

Cindy said...

A definite "hit" in my books, especially the words embroidery stitches prints, and of course anything dotty is my fave. Thanks for the giveaway, and congrats on the new fabric line! Cindy

Nancy said...

Love the new look fabric. Love anything with words and having to do with sewing!!

Kathie said...

Beautiful! Hard to pick a favorite. I too embroidered as a child

Kim Walus said...

I'm super excited to see your newest collection in person. I can't wait for it to come to my local quilt shop. I will definitely be adding Polka Dot Stitches to my list of fabrics that I have to have.

Anne said...

Absolutely LOVE it!

Anonymous said...

My very, very favorite colors are pink and red, so I fell in love at the first picture....and then I saw the green and grey ...oh my gosh...I may have a new favorite!

Nonie to 4 great GKs

Stephanie said...

I have been patiently holding onto a gift card from Fat Quarter Shop waiting for this line to come in. I am so excited to get some in my hands. I love the colors and prints, so VERY COOL! Waiting patiently in Ohio.

Anne said...

A perfect collection of complementary colorways and varied prints that mix and match so very well. Looks like a versatile line, indeed. Congratulations!

VickiT said...

Oh my gosh Lori! Those are awesome. I kept scrolling thinking, Ooh I LOVE that color in these and then the next picture I thought the same exact thing BUT, then that last picture really got me. Those greens are so pretty. I never focus too quickly on green but the shades you've used a beautiful and I think my favorite of them all. Of course, my favorite color combo is still the red/aqua so yea, I really love them all.

Have lots of fun playing with all those goodies.

Jules said...

You are so talented! Where do you find the time to do all that you do?!

PamKittyMorning said...

Totally darling just like you!

And I'm pea green over the cart. Our two local Ikeas only have gray. and it's not CUTE.

Jeanne said...

Love this bright beautiful fabric! Especially like the words fabric. I will be planning on buying some of this to make a quilt with.

Susie said...

Love it!! I want it know!!

Susie said...

Love it! I want it know!!

Helen L said...

I spotted this line on the Riley Blake site a few days ago and am IN LOVE!!!! lOVE stitchy-ness of all the patterns and I can't wait to see it in reality!!! Don't know how you keep the designs coming, but each line gets better!!! I'm currently stitching the GGranny square blocks with Sew Cherry and Daisy Cottage and a bit of Millie's Closet. Keep up the WONDERFUL work :-D helen from Healdsburg

Jenne said...

Wow I just love those fabrics especially the greens. I am so so jealous that you have all of those.......but then even more jealous that you have an Ikea just 10 minutes from your house! That is so unfair;-)

I love your blog....keep on sewing......

Jenne said...

Love those fabrics. Love the green the best. I am so jealous that you have all those lovely dots to play with and even more jealous that your Ikea is just 10 minutes down the road! That is so unfair!
Love your blog......keep on sewing.....

Deb said...

I just love the polka dots! I'd love to be included in your giveaway! I'm still getting compliments on your Cake pattern quilt I made this spring - thank you! You are quite talented!

krislovesfabric said...

Love the word prints so much!

Marsha said...

love the fabrics, you did a great job choosing colors to work with and the "print" pattern reminds me of the embroidery patterns I used to do with my grandmother.... great job!

A Spoonful Of Sugar said...

What a beautiful collection! Love the gingham and the embroidery words especially. Can't wait for this range to be released.

Ladybugkarin said...

sew, sew love these. Can't wait to purchase

Anonymous said...

I love those "text" prints! Thanks so much for the giveaway! Ashley

ashleymjones(at)live(dot)com

Pattie Crum said...

Congratulations on your new line, it's just as cute as the last. The colors are perfect.

Libby said...

Cannot wait for this fabric to come out ~ Have been waiting for this to do my Great Granny Sqauares....I also have a pattern with little baby chicks that I want to make also. I am like a kid at Christmas, just can't wait for this line to come out! Just love it.

Copper40 said...

Congrats on the new line! I have a book that is all about vintage polka dot quilts, tea towels, and other projects this line would be perfect for those! Can't wait til it comes out!

Vickie said...

I think you've out done yourself Lori, these may be my favorite. I love the goldie yellows, (which is what the whole inside of my house is painted). Can't wait to see it !

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

How sweet of you! And how exciting to see your designs take the form of beautiful fabric!

artsycraftsyivy said...

Oh, I love it! Can't wait till it's available!

Gina said...

Love it!! I can not resist text prints or doilies! Have fun sewing up a storm this week!!

Deborah said...

Congratulations! The line is fun and colorful. I always love to have words in my quilts.

Kelly L. said...

I want them all! I love the colors!

jesop84 said...

I love the colors, and the prints are so nostolgic. And I really like how they go with your previous lines.

jesop84 said...

Love your new colors and the way they go with your previous lines. I also really like the new designs; so nostolgic.

JudyQT said...

Versatile! I love it and especially that it goes so wonderfully with Sew Cherry, which is my favorIte line of yours! And in fact I am making Cherry Cheesecake (the quilt, LOL, right now!) would love to win!

Zuzan said...

Lori,just love that you have so much grey in your colourway as it is my 'neutral' apart from white because it goes with all colours as your story goes. Congratulations. Thank you for the giveaway. Love the feel of new fabric and the sewing instructions will be a print hit not a background for those who like writing. Cheers and wish you well with your pattern creations.

SHES HOOKED said...

I am AHH over your fabric. I am literally drooling. Would you be able to list where its sold? I would love nothing more that to get my eager fingers on some!!!

Stina Blomgren said...

I so have longed for this fabric line to arrive... Saved money for it... And just WAITS...:0) love the colours ...love the mix of prints... And the FEEL it gives me...so I'm waiting!!!! :0)

Quilt Monkey said...

Wow Lori, you've done it again! I especially like how the colors work so well with your previous lines so we can mix and match the fabrics lines.

JudyQT said...

I don't think that my first comment showed up so I'll try again! I absolutely love that your new line is so versatile and that it looks so awesome with my fav of yours, Sew Cherry! In fact I am making Cherry Cheesecake (the quilt, LOL right now)! Thanks for the chance to win some of your scrumptious new line!

Terrie said...

omg I am soooo excited to see the new line !!!! It does look like it will play really well with the others !!!! I love love love your fabrics and I was a kid stitcher to so can totally relate to your inspirations. Thanks sooo much for another winning line!!!!

Bari Jo said...

Your new line looks great! I love how it coordinates with your other ones! Loved the picture of the cups and saucers quilt behind it, too - I had forgotten how much I wanted to make that! ;O) Your Ikea cart is great - I've never been to one... it's probably a good thing they don't have one close to me! :O) Thanks for sharing so much fun on your blog! Love the inspiration!

jan said...

Oh, I love love it!! The words print are my favorite> I have had a long love affair with all things embroidery!! Cant miss with the combo of quilting and embroidery!!
Thanks for designing this line - Cannot wait to get my hands on this!!

Jude said...

I especially like the "text" fabric....very clever and original!

Jeanne said...

Congratulations, Lori, on your new line of fabric! I think it's adorable. How exciting to have your name on the selvage. I can't wait to see your ideas put into fabric.

Jocelyn said...

I love your new fabric!! I love reds & aquas so these are just perfect to me!

Elaine said...

I love your new line!!! So cheery
and yes it does look nice with your other fabrics. I am surprised how fast you have another line out. You are so creative Lori!!

Annabanana said...

Absolutely wonderful! I think I may have to add some Polka Dot Stitches to my stash !

cynthia said...

Irresistible! These prints are so charming! I can hardly wait to see what you sew with them!

grandmarockton said...

love the FABRICS ALL of them can't wait

FlourishingPalms said...

Your new fabric line is so pretty. I was going to say so whether or not you offered a giveaway! Really nice-looking prints, which I can imagine are difficult to design. Your aqua cart is so cute! Lucky you to live near an Ikea. I would like to finish my new sewing room with Liatorp bookcases, but cannot figure how in the world to get them from Ikea to my house, 90 minutes away. Delivery fees run nearly as high as another bookcase! Thanks for all you share on your blog. You're an inspiration.

LesQuilts said...

Hi!
Great fabric designs! I love it!
You have such a wonderful mix n match going on, gives lots of possibilities for using in your designs!
Thanks for the great giveaway!
Take care, Leslie

LesQuilts said...

Hi!
Great fabric designs! I love it!
You have such a wonderful mix n match going on, gives lots of possibilities for using in your designs!
Thanks for the great giveaway!
Take care, Leslie

Rhonda the Rambler said...

I cannot wait...another bundle not to cut!!! YAY!!!

ShariK said...

It's just beautiful Lori! Can't wait to get my hands on some of it!!

nhlady said...

Your fabric line is really beautiful and I love the different colorways. Especially the grays...

Thanks for the giveaway!

My Life In Stitch said...

Stunning fabric design and I love the colours. Can I buy this in the UK?

Bev said...

I'm dying to know....is the yellow in this line the same as the yellow in Sew Cherry Petal or Sew Cherry with the small roses and big dots? I can't tell...

Please answer if you get some time. I want to order for the shop but need to know how much.

Thanks and cheery wave from Bev

http://44thstreetfabric.blogspot.com

bev@44thstreetquilting.com

Nanette Merrill said...

How fun. I can't wait to get my hands on the circles in each colorway. That gray check is amazing, too. Rather perfect in every way.

c said...

feed me some, I gotta have me some of that-lol

where can a girl find it?

Anonymous said...

I think Polka Dot Stitches is just adorable...you are so creative and talented. These fabrics just bring a smile to my face.....
Tami
tamiquilts at att dot net

Sinta Renee said...

Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm- yum! Every line of fabric just keeps getting better! My new favorite!

Ashley Probst said...

Congratulations on the new line! What awesome colors and fun text! :)

Kathleen said...

Oh these prints and colors are so pretty! I especially like the "words" fabrics. I like the way word fabrics look in projects but have never used any myself. Maybe I'll win and get the chance? Thank you for the opportunity :)

Anonymous said...

These are wonderful! I sew need a cart or five like yours!

Sherri said...

I heart this fabric Lori...can't wait to see it in real life!

Mouster1 said...

Love your new fabric line! It's very colorful and cheerful. Polka dots are so cute and fun to work with just like checks. Thanks for having this great giveaway.

Mouster1 said...

Love your new fabric line! It's very colorful and cheerful. Polka dots are so cute and fun to work with just like checks. Thanks for having this great giveaway.

Lesa said...

Ohhhh!!!! I want to add this line to Sew Cherry and Millie's Closet in my Granny Squares!!!! How can I wait!!!

Unknown said...

Very VERY cute!! I especially love the blues and tans. You sure create some adorable fabric lines!!

Coral said...

So sweet! I've used your fabrics on a variety of projects and love them. It takes me back to learning to sew with my Gram on her black featherweight.

Elise said...

I love the new line. Congratulations!

Pots and Pins said...

Beautiful fabrics! When I start a quilt I know I always want four types of fabrics in it, a dot, a stripe, a print and something unique/fun - a surprise...and this line has it all! Hope I can find it up here - if not I'll look for it when I come to SLC! Really love this! Congrats! xo, Nan

Ulrika said...

Beautiful fabrics, love the grey,red and pink.

pklaw said...

I love every colorway but the green and gray is a favorite! Congrats!

tasha said...

hi lori! your new line looks adorable! love the ginghams and words! cute!!

Leslie Christensen said...

Love them! They look delicious. Can't wait for your kits to come out. You do wonderful, beautiful rpojects that I love making. Love that the fabric coordinates so we can just keep adding to the 'leftovers' and keep right on sewing. Thanks for working hard and sharing

Nancy B said...

Love your designs, love your blog. You do such a nice job with your tutorials. Thanks for sharing your new line. So pretty.

pandchintz said...

Congratulations! Looks like a lovely range - will have to keep an eye out for it in our shops down under. Particularly like the word prints......

Anda W said...

I just adore your new line and can't wait to get some, love it! awolk at rogers dot com

Jacklynn Grimm said...

I love the bright fresh colors, especially the pink and red. I found your hexie tutorial and just love what you do. Thanks for the give away!

Marissa Joy said...

So cute! I love the vintage vibe! This fabric would be so cute as hand Warmers like in your tutorial.

Marissa Joy said...

So cute! I love the vintage vibe. This fabric would be so cute for the handwarmers like in your tutorial.

Sheri said...

What a cute fabric line! I'm trying to use up my scraps but I'm thinking I might need to buy some fabric if Jodi will let. She put me on fabric probation until I use most of my scraps! Loved the Great Granny along. I have my quilt almost finished.

Janan Doster said...

Your new fabrics compliment you well. Love the patterns and the words print. I love to play with fabrics!

Naomi said...

I love every fabric line that you come out with! Can't wait for this one to be available to buy. And I love that the lines are inter-changeable.

SewSealy said...

I cannot tell you how much I have enjoyed reading your blog tonight. After coming home from a terrible root canal, mouth still numb, I stumbled across your site. I have been reading ever since and it's long past bed time. The memories you've shared, remind me so much of the times when I was a child. We are about the same age... This new fabric line is fabulous! I cannot wait to see your wonderful creations, which I am sure, will delight all of us. Applique is my passion and I find such relaxation through the rhythm of my hand and needle. I look forward to being able to create some wonderful treasures to pass down to my daughter. Thank you for the evening you've given me. I really have enjoyed myself more than you realize. I would love to purchase the patterns "Apron Club" and "Grandmother's Kitchen". If you could please let me know how I would go about doing so.

Sharon Brown said...

I have been looking for the perfect fabrics to make four quilts for my four Grands and I think this is it! There are enough fabrics that each quilt can be unique, just like my grandkids, and I love the colors and designs in your line. Can't wait for this line to come out so I can get it and start cutting and sewing. Love your blog, too. sharonbrown.99@comcast.net

Gwen said...

Just love the prints, and the green
has to be my favorite, bright and crisp. But I love them all. What fun.

Becky said...

Love your new fabric line! Can't wait until it hits the shops. Thanks for the preview!

michelle h said...

Oh my! I missed this post and just happened by today--your new line is wonderful!! I can't wait to get some. :) I still have a stack of Sew Cherry waiting for me to cut into it...maybe I needed the vision of your next line to motivate me to get going!! I love following you on pinterest and on your blog--you are such an inspiration!!! I will be hunting down this fabric....oh my!!

Unknown said...

I was born in 1957 and these colors and patterns REALLY resonate with me. BRAVO!! Just beautiful and enticing and I get that tingling feeling when I see fabrics that make me want to SEW SOMETHING NOW. These do that for me. Congratulations. You should be very very proud!!

Joy said...

I love it!

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