Inspiring Patterns

Each issue of the All Indiana Shop Hop™ Magazine features several patterns by talented designers. Bonus patterns are also available in the free downloads area of our website. Fill out the form and bookmark the page for easy access.

We do our best to get the bonus patterns posted shortly after the magazine goes on sale each year. Sometimes it takes a little extra time if corrections are needed during the proofing process. All patterns should be posted by the start of the Shop Hop.

Indiana Outdoor Fun

By Carrie Philpott, Indiana Quilt Depot

Carrie loves sewing, bringing decades of experience in exploring fabric, quilting, and design. Guided by the adage, “Those who dare to teach should never cease to learn,” she creates innovative classes to inspire and instruct all skill levels, from beginner to professional. Carrie is available to travel nationally as a guest lecturer or instructor for guilds, clubs, retreats, and stores. Contact her at 541carrie@gmail.com.

Flower Garden

By Crystal, Brooklynn, & Daytonna Drummond, DayBrook Designs

This mother-daughters team – Crystal and teen daughters Brooklynn and Daytonna – thrive when creating together and enjoy designing easy to follow quilt patterns. From traditional to modern or vintage with a flair, these gals are always ready to create something new and exciting to share with you!  Anyone is welcome and invited to stop by their working studio for inspiration or to see the magic in process.

Stars Across Indiana

By Terrie Welch, Quilters Journey

Terrie learned to sew from her mother, embroider from one grandmother, and crochet from another. A lifelong crafter, she taught herself to quilt and longarm 35 and 20 years ago, respectively. Terrie owns Quilter’s Journey in Salem, Missouri, where you may encounter animals including horses, cats, or her dog, Sadie. As a Certified Instructor for Studio 180 Design, Terrie teaches classes for her local Quilt Guilds and would love to visit your area to teach. Terrie lives on a farm north of Salem with her husband, Chris and dog, Sadie.

Hoosier Crossroads

By Jennifer Fulton, Inquiring Quilter

Jennifer Fulton is an author, teacher, and quilt pattern designer. She is also a former Island Batik Ambassador and now has three signature collections with them! Jennifer has been a quilter for over 27 years. Her style is a blend of modern and traditional, and her favorite color is purple. Jennifer is extremely curious and asks lots of questions – naming her business the Inquiring Quilter. As a teacher, Jennifer creates a unique student experience utilizing her experience, curiosity, and sense of fun in the classroom.

Crossroads of America: Indiana State Parks

By Cheryl Nelson, Pink Parakeet Designs

Cheryl’s passion for sewing blossomed at 8 as she crafted doll clothes, leading to a lifelong love of textiles and design. After making her own clothes as a teenager, she discovered her true calling at a 1997 quilt camp, where she was captivated by cutting and piecing fabric. Encouraged by fellow quilters at Camp Tecumseh Quilt Camp, Cheryl founded Pink Parakeet Designs, where she creates innovative quilt patterns that inspire sewers of all levels. Her designs are available on Etsy and at quilt shops throughout Indiana and nationwide.

Peony Breeze

By Michelle Tuller, Corner Curve Quilts

Michelle crafted her first quilt while preparing for college, with the help of her mother, and has since crafted over 300 quilts in 30 years, mostly of her own design. After 20 years of designing quilts, Michelle began writing and selling her patterns on her website. Her work has been showcased at major national quilt shows and local fairs. As the owner of two quilt businesses, SWMI-T-Quilts and CornerCurveQuilts.com, she enjoys teaching, speaking at guilds, and hosting online sew-alongs. Visit the website to shop and sign up for her newsletter.

Buffet Topping

By Wendy Martin, Harvest Moon Quilting Company

Wendy Martin has been sewing, quilting, and crafting all her life, remembering tying quilts with both her grandmothers as a child. Quilting remains her favorite craft to this day, especially the math involved in designing. A lifelong South Dakota resident, Wendy is a wife, a mother to two daughters, works as a nurse, runs a Long Arm Quilting business, and raises a large flock of sheep. In her spare time, she enjoys card making and paper crafting with her mother.