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Category Archives: Homemaking

October 27, 2011October 27, 2011

spooooky

PinTweetShareShareJust popping in to share some of the decorations I have going on around here. I got smart this week… Read More
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July 6, 2011

still waking up

PinTweetShareSharePrintable poster from Sarah Jane   It was a long night. With two little sickies and a thunderstorm, I think… Read More
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April 5, 2011April 5, 2011

Twins: age Three.

PinTweetShareShareSome people ask me what it’s like to have twins. Instead of telling you, let me show you. I love… Read More
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February 17, 2011February 16, 2011

thanks, groundhog.

PinTweetShareShare I love the snow, I really do. That is to say, I love fresh, falling, white snow. By February,… Read More
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September 1, 2010February 9, 2011

Canning.

PinTweetShareShareThere’s something about bottling your own food that is just so incredible to me. I mean, I understand why it… Read More
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Welcome! I'm April. I share quilting and fabric posts as well as other awesome things. :) I design fabric for Moda (#dreamjob) and love to design and write quilting patterns that are easy to understand and fun to make (and finish!). I'm so glad you're here!

my fabric collections

homestead fabric by april rosenthal for moda
midnight magic fabric by april rosenthal for moda
orchard fabric by april rosenthal for moda
all weather friend fabric by april rosenthal for moda
mamas cottage fabric by april rosenthal for moda
sweet marion fabric by april rosenthal for moda
summerfest fabric by april rosenthal for moda
meadowbloom fabric by april rosenthal for moda
best day ever fabric by april rosenthal for moda

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Prairie Grass Patterns
Do you like poetry? 👍🏻 or 👎🏻? Who is y Do you like poetry? 👍🏻 or 👎🏻? Who is your favorite? ​​​​​​​​
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XOXO fabric is on preorder now and will ship in November. Tag your favorite quilter or shop and let them know they should order it! ​​​​​​​​
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#xoxofabric #modafabrics #showmethemoda #prairiegrasspatterns #aprilrosenthal #eecummings #poetry
Fun fact: before the projects for this collection…I had never made a Valentine’s quilt! How many have you made? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Place orders with your @modafabrics sales rep now, collection ships November 2023 #xoxofabric​​​​​​​​⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#valentine #love #showmethemoda #aprilrosenthal #prairiegrasspatterns
Making all the little projects out of the #xoxofab Making all the little projects out of the #xoxofabric panel is so much fun! I like to use these little pouches to stash necessities in my purse, my daughters locker, and the glove box in my car. They’re perfect for gifts too!
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Place orders with your @modafabrics sales rep now, collection ships November 2023 #xoxofabric​​​​​​​​
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#valentine #love #showmethemoda #aprilrosenthal #prairiegrasspatterns
Sometimes the best way to look at fabric is in a g Sometimes the best way to look at fabric is in a giant stack 😉 the trick is how to keep that stack from tipping over 😂 I love how the light linen color helps the other colors shine. 
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xoxo is Available for preorder with your @modafabrics rep now. Fabric ships November 2023 #xoxofabric​​​​​​​​
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#valentine #love #showmethemoda #aprilrosenthal #prairiegrasspatterns
throw pillow covers that will help you feel the lo throw pillow covers that will help you feel the love 🥰 these are part of the project panel and so much fun ❤️ you just need a fat quarter to make the back and voila!​​​​​​​​​
Place orders with your @modafabrics sales rep now, collection ships November 2023 #xoxofabric​​​​​​​​
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#valentine #love #showmethemoda #aprilrosenthal #prairiegrasspatterns
You all know I’m obsessed with using prints in m You all know I’m obsessed with using prints in my backgrounds and these are so good! Swipe to see all the color ways ❤️​​​​​​​​​

Place orders with your @modafabrics sales rep now, collection ships November 2023 #xoxofabric​​​​​​​​
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#valentine #love #showmethemoda #aprilrosenthal #prairiegrasspatterns
There's a special place in my heart for the people There's a special place in my heart for the people who gave their all for this country that I love so much. I know my freedoms came at a staggering cost. This Memorial Day I give tribute to those incredible humans who had the courage to stand and fight. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Top quilt: Fancy Free in #lovelilyfabric⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Bottom quilt: July Sky in #zinniafabric⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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#memorialday #freedom #landthatilove #rwb #patriotic #godblessamerica #thankyou #fancyfreequilt #julyskyquilt #aprilrosenthal #prairiegrasspatterns #showmethemoda
the xoxo collection includes a project panel that the xoxo collection includes a project panel that is super versatile and fun to use ❤️ the graphics can be used to make throw pillow covers, zip pouches, gift bags, or quilts ❤️ can’t wait for you to see​​​​​​​​​
Place orders with your @modafabrics sales rep now, collection ships November 2023 #xoxofabric​​​​​​​​
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Watching my teens venture into the world of crushe Watching my teens venture into the world of crushes and flirting makes me realize just how much has changed since I was younger--and how much has stayed the same. Gone are the days of waiting next to the family phone, replaced by heart emojis and instant communication from anywhere you may find yourself. They may not have to anticipate the yearbook to catch a photo of the one they've been flirting with all year...because there's a camera in every back pocket. But the butterflies feel the same, and finding someone to love is just as lovely as it has always been. XOXO is my tribute to those awkward first conversations, brave dance invites, and if you're lucky--the true love that blooms after those moments and can last a lifetime. I met my sweetheart/husband when I was just 15--the same age my twins are now--so this collection makes me a bit nostalgic. I hope it brings fond recollections for you, too. ​​​​​​​​
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With 28 prints and a coordinating project panel, you will find that celebrating love just got a whole lot easier and more stylish. Mwah!​​​​​​​​
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Place orders with your @modafabrics sales rep now, collection ships November 2023 #xoxofabric​​​​​​​​
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#valentine #love #showmethemoda #aprilrosenthal #prairiegrasspatterns
Thanks, Coach—you did good. ⚽️ Fabrics from Thanks, Coach—you did good. 
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Fabrics from my stash including #midnightmagicfabric #midnightmagic2fabric #twinklefabric #homesteadfabric 
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Pattern: I just made it up :) Should I share?
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#soccermom #coachwifelife #soccerquilt @thejacobrosenthal
Dreaming of summer berries while it’s stormy and Dreaming of summer berries while it’s stormy and cold outside 🫐🍓🫐🍓🫐. #berrybasketfabric #modafabrics #showmethemoda
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Berry Basket is my next collection, showing to sho Berry Basket is my next collection, showing to shops now and shipping in June! 🍓🫐 
One of the very best things about summer is picking fresh berries right from the garden! My kids love to head out in the morning a collect a whole basket for some Saturday morning waffles with cream, and my Mama heart is so happy to see them enjoying something I loved to do as a child.

Berry Basket is a collection full of strawberries and blueberries, with all the colors you expect from a mid-summer harvest: blues, reds, and whites. Perfect for picnic quilts, patriotic creations, and a whole lot of fun, this collection is one that will appeal to everyone--just like that perfect berry pie at your 4th of July party.

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April

PS Berry Basket is available to shops to order now, and preorders are open in my shop as well. Definitely support your local quilt shop if you can and ask them to order it!

#berrybasketfabric #modafabrics #patriotic #strawberries #blueberries #redwhiteandblue #summer #fabric #preorder #quilting #comingsoon #quiltingismytherapy #quiltylove #showmethemoda #prairiegrasspatterns #aprilrosenthal #floralfabric #summersewing
Seriously. So. Satisfying. 🧡 Flirty Quilt Patt Seriously. So. Satisfying. 🧡 
Flirty Quilt Pattern (in my shop)
Zinnia Fabric by me for Moda
Tender Kisses panto by Willow Leaf Studio (tagged)
#flirtyquilt #zinniafabric #aprilrosenthal #modafabrics #satisfying #satisfyingvideos #longarmquilting #prairiegrasspatterns #quiltsofinstagram
Happy fabric 😍 Bringing me sunshine vibes this Happy fabric 😍 Bringing me sunshine vibes this morning. This is going to make such a fun quilt backing! Part of my Zinnia fabric collection, in shops now. 🧡 #zinniafabric #modafabrics #aprilrosenthal
The whole Berry Basket collection in 12 seconds :) The whole Berry Basket collection in 12 seconds :) #showmethemoda #berrybasketfabric #aprilrosenthal #patriotic #redwhiteblue #strawberry #blueberry #modafabrics #floralfabric #quilt #quilter #quiltylove #craftreels
Berry Basket is my next collection, showing to sho Berry Basket is my next collection, showing to shops now and shipping in June! 🍓🫐 
One of the very best things about summer is picking fresh berries right from the garden! My kids love to head out in the morning a collect a whole basket for some Saturday morning waffles with cream, and my Mama heart is so happy to see them enjoying something I loved to do as a child.

Berry Basket is a collection full of strawberries and blueberries, with all the colors you expect from a mid-summer harvest: blues, reds, and whites. Perfect for picnic quilts, patriotic creations, and a whole lot of fun, this collection is one that will appeal to everyone--just that that perfect berry pie at your 4th of July party.

xoxo
April

PS Berry Basket is available to shops to order now, and preorders are open in my shop as well. Definitely support your local quilt shop if you can and ask them to order it!

#berrybasketfabric #modafabrics #patriotic #strawberries #blueberries #redwhiteandblue #summer #fabric #preorder #quilting #comingsoon #quiltingismytherapy #quiltylove #showmethemoda #prairiegrasspatterns #aprilrosenthal #floralfabric #summersewing
My block is up for #sewcialites2 this morning! It’s a fun one. 😍 More on the blog including my fabric choices and who this quilt will be for 🙃  Link in bio. 

#sewcialitesqal #fatquartershop #aprilrosenthal #showmethemoda #modafabrics #quiltalong #quilt #sew #scrappy #funfriday #makethis #hobby #freetime #makesomething #orange
My #handmadeheartaday for yesterday and today are My #handmadeheartaday for yesterday and today are these sweet blocks. Probably all my hearts this month will be these blocks in varied shades of pink…to be made into a comfort quilt for a young student who needs some extra love. I’m digging through my stash to find as many scraps as I can to make these blocks all different. 

No pattern, just freestyled it (should I write one up?)

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White on white and pink and red check from my #lovelilyfabric for @modafabrics 
Pink dashed stripe from my #sweetmarionfabric
Pink star geometric from @octoberafternoon for @rileyblakedesigns 
Magenta flourish from @tulapink 

#aprilrosenthal #heartquiltblock #quilt #valentine #pink #red #handmade #quilter #prairiegrasspatterns #showmethemoda #modafabrics
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