We have NEW bus tour opportunities for our 2026 Hops and Hoppers!! Bus tours are an incredibly popular opportunity for Shop Hoppers. They are a great way to visit more stores, and a great experience for enthusiastic Shop Hoppers that want a fun, memorable Shop Hop experience! Below, you will find information about current bus...
The story of Lumin Fabrics begins with Island Batik, the brand that started it all. Born from a passion for color, craftsmanship, and the art of quilting, Island Batik quickly earned a devoted following among quilters and quilt shops alike. Its richly layered batiks, with their depth, movement, and warmth, inspired makers to experiment with...
At the request of stores and shoppers, we’re expanding and reconfiguring several Shop Hops for 2026. We’re adding Arizona-New Mexico and Wisconsin events. Idaho joins Oregon and Washington in the Pacific Northwest. The All Carolinas Shop Hop™ is being split into two new events for 2026. The new Blue Ridge event includes North Carolina, Virginia...
Despite our best efforts, occasionally we discover a correction is needed after our magazine goes to print. Additionally, some stores must update their contact or store hours after the Shop Hop begins. Check this list of updates and corrections and also refer to the stores page for up-to-date information. 2025 Magazine Updates Page 36:...
(Coventry, Rhode Island) QT Fabrics traces its roots to Cranston Print Works, one of the oldest textile manufacturers in the United States. As part of this enduring legacy, Cranston Print Works established a long-standing tradition of supporting the next generation of designers through an annual scholarship to a creative Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)...
May 16th will be the 10-year anniversary for The Scarlet Thread Quilt Co. at their brick-and-mortar store, and they couldn’t be more thankful! Originally started in the upstairs portion of her home, Julie started long arming her own quilts and had a little bit of fabric in her Etsy store. However, as the fabric shelves...
Exciting changes are underway at Little Golden Fox – Thrilled to announce that the beloved creative space is expanding and renovating, the staff at Little Golden Fox is making room for even more opportunities to inspire, create, and connect. As they grow, they’re not just adding square footage—They’re crafting a vibrant hub for makers, artists,...
A Dream Realized: A Family Legacy Welcome to the story of The Quilted Bee & Bee Hive Sewing Center Story! So many people have asked me why I wanted to open a quilt shop, I thought it was time to put it on paper. I come from a long line of quilters, including my Grandma,...
Let’s Sew in Evansville, Indiana, along with store owner LaQuinta Schum, are donating a Janome M6 as an Event-Wide Grand Prize for the 2025 All Indiana Shop Hop. Let’s Sew wants to empower sewing and quilting enthusiasts to create. They believe the Janome M6 features are a blessing to any sewist or quilter. Why the...
Sharon Yenter opened In The Beginning in downtown Seattle, Washington in 1977. Sharon was a talented sewer and often had a hard time finding quality fabrics to use in her projects. Opening her own store seemed to be the perfect answer and was the start of a company that has become a creative force in...
QT Fabrics, an employee-owned company, has a rich history beginning in 1807. Over 200 years of experience has proven there is no better means for success than adaptation! Ever-changing and reacting to our industry, we listen to feedback from our customers and react accordingly. Our Ink & Arrow Brand, launched in 2015, has...
Let’s talk about Benartex! Benartex hails out of New York City, our headquarters are located in the historic Garment District just behind Macy’s flagship store. Design, production, sales, marketing and customer service operate from here. Our warehouse -also known as Elmwood to the Benartex family, is a few miles north in Cranston (RI). It sprawls...
Island Batik brings the timeless art of Batik to life in the heart of Bali! As creators of exceptional Batik fabrics, we take pride in weaving together the rich cultural heritage of Indonesia with contemporary craftsmanship. At Island Batik, we deeply appreciate the roots of our Batik. Our skilled artisans meticulously employ the traditional...
While many people know that the OLFA® rotary cutter was introduced in 1979, our story really begins in 1956. In 1956 Mr. Yoshio Okada, the founder of OLFA CORPORATION, invented the world’s first Snap-Off Blade Cutter. The inspiration for this incredible idea came from breaking off segments of chocolate bars and analyzing the snap edges...
We are proud to call Yazzii one of our biggest supporters! Thanks for all you do Yazzii to help us make our shop hops fun and exciting! At an age when most people are ready for retirement, the enterprising and ever charismatic Yasmita turned a chance meeting 18 years ago into a flourishing business. In...
