Artistic Artifacts

08/11/2026

We received a special bundle of these fabrics from Seth Apter today and the colors are even better in person than any pictures we have seen. You can pre-order “One Layer Away” now in yardage or in precut bundles.

You can also join us on September when Seth will be with us for a trunk show / lecture on Friday 9/18. His Saturday class is sold out but there are a few spots left in “Make Your Mark” on Sunday, 9/20. Details & registration on our website.

08/11/2026

Judy’s video Batik Adventure & Indonesian Textiles from last week’s FB Live is now available on our YouTube channel.

We are still taking sign ups for the Batik Adventures Subscription Boxes! The first boxes filled with 14 Fat Quarters of unique batik fabrics go out this week so subscribe now to start getting batik fabrics every month for new projects or stash building.

08/10/2026

New Book Preview! Artist Ana Bianchi is on a mission to help people use color confidently in any creative practice. A creative’s guide to color and how to observe it in your surroundings, combine it into unique palettes, and apply it fearlessly in art, craft, and design.

08/10/2026

Save 25% off ByAnnie’s easy-to-understand patterns for bags & accessories! Our flash sale is in effect NOW through Wednesday, August 5 at 5:00 pm EDT

08/10/2026

During the Batik Adventure during our FB Live on Saturday, Judy Gula shared many of the hand woven textiles she brought home with her following a Creative Retreat to Indonesia. Each piece is one of a kind and available now on our website under Ikats & Imports.

You can travel with Judy when she returns to Indonesia June 2027 with Aahilya Holidays

08/10/2026

Curious about stitch width? BERNINA USA’s latest Facebook Live replay explains the difference between 5.5 mm and 9 mm stitch‑width machines and how to choose the one that fits your sewing style 💫 https://brnina.co/4fJTKJV

Watch the replay on , and if you’d like to see these machines in person, call (703) 823-0202 or stop in store.

Learn the difference between 5.5 mm and 9 mm stitch-width machines and how to choose the right one for you!

08/09/2026

Our shop sample for the Flights of Fancy Quilt Kit by Sue Penn was being quilted yesterday on the BERNINA Q24. A gorgeous quilt filled with colors & texture yet easy to assemble!

08/09/2026

Our newsletter this week featured pre-cut fabric bundles from the manufacturers and our own curated bundles. Find fat quarters, half yard, design rolls and 5” and 10” squares of current collections, blenders and more throughout the store and on our website.