Need some fresh ideas for Father's Day gift-giving? We've got the perfect fix: a quick and simple-to-sew quilt done in PRIMO PLAIDS! Just choose his favorite colors and recreate Vanessa Goertzen's design...Read More
The PIN MONEY collection by Pam Buda takes its name from a phrase coined in the late 1700s by First Lady Abigail Adams, wife of President John Adams. As the story goes, while President Adams was making...Read More
Whether you call it National Quilting Day Sponsored by the National Quilting Association, or Worldwide Quilting Day (sponsored by the trade organization FabShop Network), the message is to plan onsomething...Read More
(Finished Size 88" x 88") In creating this BOM, Red Crinoline Quilts designers Paula Barnes and Mary Ellen Robison combined successful elements...Read More
Be sure to visit the Marcus booth while you're at QuiltCon, and check out our demo featuring OMBRE HAND DYES! We're thrilled to be a part of this inaugural event that celebrates modern quilting in all...Read More
Join Marcus Fabrics' exciting new Saturday Soiree program, running January through December 2013 Saturday Soiree is designed to be offered in a monthly format, similar to the old "Saturday Sampler"...Read More
Marcus is pleased to present PARTY OF TWELVE, an innovative program designed to inspire and educate quilters in the use of reproduction fabrics. The program guides quilters to create the quilt with an...Read More
For our quilting friends, retailers and longarm quilters and who are creating larger quilts like AMISH WITH A TWIST II (or quilting them for customers), our 60" QUILT BACKS is the perfect solution!!...Read More
The PickleDish (or Pickledish) is a traditional quilt design from the 1930s, closely related to the Double Wedding Ring design, with blocks that are arranged to create an intricate interlocking circular...Read More
AMISH WITH A TWIST II: The Classics Featuring CENTENNIAL SOLIDS - Quilt & Program by Nancy Rink Begins January 2013 Marcus is pleased to present the eagerly-awaited follow-up to Nancy Rink's...Read More
Get ready for the "Just Judie" Quilt Competition, beginning in January 2013! We're celebrating Judie's 25th Anniversary with a special collection, and a great new way for you to complete for...Read More
New! Continuing its innovative Civil War BOM series, Marcus now introduces CIVIL WAR MELODIES, centered on Judie Rothermel's latest historiccollection of the same name. Like the three previousCivil War...Read More
The bed runner is a luxurious decorator touch that was first seen in higher-end boutique hotels, quickly becoming a familiar and welcome bedroom accent. As quilters, we can...Read More
No doubt you've been hearing more and more buzz about the "modern" quilt movement, and new fabrics, patterns, books, guilds, blogs and magazines dedicated to the genre seem to be popping up...Read More
MarcusFabrics welcomes Pam Buda to its family of designers, with the introduction of HEART OF THE PRAIRIE. The collection is inspired by her passion for prairie life, as she explains it: "I love...Read More
Thank You to everyone who submitted their SPINTASTIC quilt designs! We've narrowed the entries down to two,based on the criteria of overall visual appeal of the design, skilled use of the fabric collection,...Read More
Spring 2012 marks the launch of the new Studio 37 brand by Marcus Fabrics, with three gorgeous new collections focused on the contemporary quilter and crafter. DIY enthusiasts will love the offerings...Read More
Begun by an enthusiastic group of local quilters in 1987, the New England Quilt Museum celebrates its Silver Anniversary in 2012. The museum is a landmark in the heart of America's historictextile-producing...Read More
In 2011, as we marked the 150th anniversary of the start of the American Civil War, the New England Quilt Museum presented "One Foot Square, Quilted and Bound", an exhibit of uniquequilts,...Read More
Winter 2012 -- Just a reminder that our AMERICAN VALOR FABRIC COLLECTION by Faye Burgos is still available! Asour troops prepare to return to the U.S., we know that many of our quiltilng friends will...Read More
As themes of environmental responsibility and "eco-friendly" products have become familiar to today's consumer, this new direction in consumerism has already taken hold in the quiltingworld....Read More
Do you have a project using Judie's fabrics that you'd love to show off? This is your chance to share it with the world, and WIN FREE FABRIC in the process! Beginning in January 2012,one lucky winner...Read More
We took a quick survey of the Marcus office staff to find out what the season's hot projects are, and we thought it would be fun to share them here with you. Brandy...Read More
Sewing and quilting continue to enjoy an exciting resurgence, fueled by a combination of factors, from saving money to expressing one's creativity. In the end, all sewing enthusiasts sew just for the...Read More
We've taken one of our best-selling fabrications and expanded the creative possibilities, not only for quilting, but for creative home décor, crafts & fashion, too! The neutral tones of our new AGED...Read More
Looking for a great pieced look with minimal effort? You'll love these easy piecing & appliqué project ideas featuring PATCH-IT™ by Faye Burgos, shown in her NEW LONDON collection! This specialty...Read More
COTTON CLUB Program runs September 2011 through August 2012 Marcus Fabrics is pleased to introduce COTTON CLUB, a gorgeous collection designed by Paula Barnes. To accompany the fabrics, Mary Ellen Robison...Read More
Just a reminder that in honor of Marcus 100th Anniversary in 2011, we're inviting all of our quilting friends to submit photos and/or stories of the Marcus quilts you've created over the years. These...Read More
PATCH-IT Debuts with the RAILROAD TIES Collection by Faye Burgos Patch-It is the latest fabric layout innovation from Faye Burgos, making its debut for Spring 2011 as the highlight of her RAILROAD TIES...Read More
... was unveiled at Quilt Market in Houston last October. Created by Charlotte O'Leary, it features a nostalgic mix of Marcus prints. We thought it might be challenging for Charlotte to incorporate...Read More
Create your next reproduction quilt with fresh inspiration from Paula Barnes! Now you can use her PAULA BARNE BASICS collection just as she intended, with three new Paula Barnes' patterns that are perfectly...Read More
Like to plan ahead? Marcus prepares you for Fall/Holiday 2011 with another beautiful BOM project, this time featuring CHESTNUT & VINE by Faye Burgos, in a quilt design by Vicki Bellino of Bloom Creek....Read More
Marcus Fabrics is proud to create its own AMERICAN VALOR FABRIC COLLECTION for the 2011 Quilts of Valor program, organized by Marianne Fons of Love of Quilting. This cooperative collection will feature...Read More
The AURELIA'S JOURNEY collection is comprised of various Marcus reproduction fabrics, brought together to create a series quilt project that explores the secondary causes of the Civil War. Read more......Read More
A Commemorative Civil War Project by Homestead Hearth and Kansas City Star Quilts, Featuring Reproduction Prints by Marcus Fabrics View the Featured Fabrics When Dolores Smith and Sarah Maxwell of Homestead...Read More
It's no secret that there's plenty of math involved in quilting, and as you send the kids back to school this month, remember there's no reason quilting can't become a fun & creative part of the curriculum! ...Read More
Stay tuned for more details about this pair of beautiful quilts featuring ADELAIDE by Faye Burgos. They form the basis of an upcoming book by KC Star Quilts entitled "Faithful & Devoted:...Read More
Fabric by Judie Rothermel BOM Quilt Design & Patterns by Homestead Hearth January 2011 ~ December 2011 View the collection Civil War histories so often focus on the military commanders who led various...Read More
Summer break is the perfect time to introduce quilting to a child! We've gathered some tips & suggestions to make even the most informal lessons enjoyable and productive... Let the initial goals be...Read More
An Exclusive Block-of-the-Month Program September 2010 through March 2011 View the collection Click photo to view the entire Quilt design and complete program details! In honor of the 100th birthday...Read More
If you've never tried a block-of-the-month quilting project, this is a great time to consider one! BOM's, as they're called, are popular for lots of reasons, and we've listed them here for those...Read More
Holidays at Home 6-Month BOM Program Fabrics by Faye Burgos • Quilt Design by Vicki Bellino of Bloom Creek Create an elegant home accent for the holidays, as Marcus introduces its Holidays at Home...Read More
We’re thrilled at the response to our block of the month program, from quilters and retailers alike. Remember that each month’s pattern includes historical details of a particular Civil War battle,...Read More
Season after season, quilters have always loved Marcus pansies! With two new collections by Faye Burgos debuting in January 2010, we thought it would be fun to share a few interesting facts about...Read More
We appreciate the enthusiastic response to our Civil War Tribute and its Block of the Month program, beginning now in your favorite quilt shops, where you'll now find...Read More
Short on time, and cash? You can still celebrate the spirit of giving with minimal stress, whether you need gifts for friends that quilt, or for those that depend on your creative handiwork! ...Read More
Crazy Quilt print from TWELVE OAKS by Judie Rothermel (R33-2459-0132) The collection is named for one of the plantations in the classic novel, Gone with the Wind. The prints are reminiscent...Read More
Need "Pink Ribbon" projects for October, or any time of the year? When Faye Burgos designed the CLOSE TO MY HEART collection, she included two very unique panel layouts, each with countless possibilities...Read More
Release Highlights the Popular 2009 Block of the Month Quilt Program featuring Marcus Fabrics View the Featured Fabrics Now Kansas City Star Quilts is pleased to announce the completion of its book,...Read More
Marcus Introduces CIVIL WAR TRIBUTE Block-of-the-Month Program for 2010 As we approach the 150-year commemoration of the American Civil War in 2011, Marcus Fabrics and Judie Rothermel are partnering with...Read More
Color value is a term that refers to how light or dark a color is, in relation to other colors. Value is an important characteristic because it helps quilters decide how to arrange the fabrics so that...Read More
Did you know that in traditional Americana art and textile designs, the positioning of the eagle's head has special significance? In its talons, the eagle commonly holds a spring of wheat in one (signifying...Read More
We all know that quilting is a wonderful stress reliever, and since May is celebrated as National Mental Health Month, it's the perfect time to indulge in our craft! For some of us, it's the visual...Read More
With all of the emphasis on minimizing use of plastic bags and other environmentally friendly practices, and with Mother's Day coming up in the US next month, we wanted to introduce you to one of the...Read More
Some of our quilting friends have brought to light an interesting observation about our new STRIP-IT fabrics. It seems that in a portion of our production, the actual print motifs measure just...Read More
It's flannel season, so check out our new CLOTHESLINE KIDS FLANNEL line and stitch up something great for your favorite small people! Occasionally, we are asked about the warning label printed on...Read More
Our Judie Rothermel fabric collections continue to make news. From her Aunt Grace lines (the original 1930's reproduction prints) to her historic groups and museum collections, to her latest series...Read More
Strip quilting has taken on new importance in recent seasons, made easier with precut, pre-coordinated strip bundles available today. Marcus takes strip quilting to the next level with...Read More
With the exciting debut of our new certified organic OASIS CANVAS made with eco-friendly dyes, we thought it would be great to share your best tips for ecologically responsible quilting. Big or small,...Read More
You can create simple yet beautiful projects with pre-cut, pre-coordinated fabric square packs. Marcus offers various collections in these timesaving assortments, in both 5" and 8" squares. Here...Read More
The beautiful handkerchief panel from Faye Burgos' LOVE & INSPIRATION gives you lots of creative opportunities! In the office, these samples brought back fond memories of pretty hankies for several...Read More
Summer vacation season is nearby, and there's no better time to share your passion for quilting and creative sewing with your favorite little people. Whether they've expressed an interest in learning...Read More
Marcus Brothers is proud to announce that 2007 marks the 20th year of Judie Rothermel's unique influence on the quilting world! Judie Rothermel has been a true innovator in the quilting industry, and...Read More
It's that time of year, so we thought we'd ask some of our industry friends (and Marcus staffers who quilt) for suggestions on the Perfect Holiday Gift for quilters. here's what they said:Jan Mullen:...Read More
The first Aunt Grace collection debuted at Quilt Market fifteen years ago, to the delight of other quilting enthusiasts who, like Judie, previously couldn't find the historically accurate prints they...Read More
Marcus Brothers proudly continues its commitment to the preservation of quilting history with the announcement of its newest museum partnership, this time with the New England Quilt Museum, located in...Read More
Like many creative activities, the ancient art of patchwork began with humble utilitarian roots, as a way to lengthen the life of a threadbare garment by sewing patches to it. In time, artistic influences...Read More
Quilters are enjoying a renewed interest in dots and stripes, fueled in part by home decor trends. Just like any other design motif, these versatile designs can be used to define the mood of a quilt,...Read More
What's Your Favorite? ...and you can help us to create the next collection! Aunt Grace 1930's prints by Judie Rothermel are the industry originals, and still the best! For this very special Anniversary,...Read More
With all of the buzz about our various quilt museum collaborations and the collections we've created with them, we wanted to give you a glimpse into the history of quilting in the late 19th Century. What...Read More
Marcus Brothers is proud to be affiliated with Old Sturbridge Village through the development of special fabric collections inspired by their permanent collections. This museum is an esteemed institution,...Read More
With our ever-expanding range of extra-wide quilt backs, we began to think of all the creative uses for them, aside from beautiful backing for your quilts... and this is what we came up with. Do you have...Read More
Versatile pre-quilted fabric is popular for so many projects, and in our classic muslin tones, the possibilities are even greater! Try any of these ideas using the double-faced quilt fabric as it is,...Read More
