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A Word from Your Local Craft and Sewing Shop

The crafting world has felt a seismic shift over the past year, especially with the closure of JoAnn Fabric stores across the country. For many of us, JoAnn’s was a go-to destination for fabric, notions, and inspiration. Its absence has left a void, but it’s also reminded us of the importance of independent fabric stores like Quilting Mayhem. While we may not be a big-box retailer, we’re committed to stepping up and expanding our offerings to support our crafting, quilting, and fiber communities—not just in Snohomish, but across the country.     Expanding for our crafting community For almost

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April 3, 2025
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Best Tips for Quilts if You Sew Clothes

If you’ve spent years sewing clothes, you already have a solid foundation in fabric selection, cutting, and stitching. But quilting is a whole different beast. Each of those steps is just a little different, so choosing the right pattern for your first quilt can make all the difference. What’s the difference between sewing clothes and sewing quilts?   Fabric Requirements This is one thing that is easier in quilting versus garment sewing; quilting fabrics are usually 100% cotton, so you don’t have to think about things about stretch or drape for the end use. The only thing that you

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March 5, 2025
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Holiday Gift Guide 2024

The holiday season is here, and we’re thrilled to introduce our brand-new Holiday Gift Guide on Issuu! Mindy and the Mayhem Makers have been hard at work curating a quilty guide packed with amazing ideas for quilters, stitchers, and even our new yarn-loving friends over at Fiber Riot. If you’re searching for the perfect gift or treating yourself to something special (we won’t tell), the Quilting Mayhem Holiday Gift Guide has you covered. We wanted to make shopping as easy as possible, so we made the guide shoppable! That’s right—see something you love? Just click directly

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December 17, 2024
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Quilting On the Go

I don’t know about you, but sometimes it’s hard to make time to get in front of the sewing machine. There are kids’ sporting events, doctor’s appointments and waiting rooms, pool parties, and none of them have space for me to plug in my BERNINA. But we’re still going to sew, right? Here’s our tips for creating the perfect portable sewing kit so you’re ready to quilt from anywhere. Pick a good project. Any quilting project is a good project, but a good portable project for sewing from anywhere is one that’s easy to work on in

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August 16, 2024
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Make Quilting More Accessible

Quilting, crafting, creating are all great activities for your brain, but they can be tough on your body without making some adjustments. Fortunately, we have a great set of tools to make quilting more accessible to everyone. Think ergonomically designed notions to ease the physical demands of quilting, adjustable workstations, and sewing gadgets to reduce strain. We want to make sure that anyone who wants to can quilt, so check out our favorite tools and notions to make quilting more accessible.    Oliso Iron Everyone wants a great iron, and the Oliso SmartIron with iTouch technology is a

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July 17, 2024
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Everything You Need to Know About Cuddle Fabric

If you've ever wrapped yourself in a blanket that feels like a cloud or snuggled up in a robe that make you never want to get out of bed, chances are you've experienced the magic of Cuddle fabric. But what is Cuddle, and how can you use it in your projects? What is Cuddle? Cuddle fabric is a type of plush, knit fabric known for its incredibly soft and velvety texture. Made from polyester, this fabric is designed to mimic the softness of real fur. Despite its soft texture, Cuddle fabric is quite durable. It’s resistant

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June 3, 2024
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The Best Threads for Your Domestic Sewing Machine

If you're a quilter, you know that the right thread can make all the difference in your project. Accurate points and intersections, lumpy seams, a dusty machine, all of these things are down to the thread you choose. That's why we've put together a list of our favorite threads for your sewing machine. The Solids Aurifil 50wt Solids: Description: Aurifil's 50wt/2ply thread is a favorite among quilters for good reason.This premium cotton thread boasts strength and durability while maintaining a remarkably thin profile. It produces flat and crisp seams, making it ideal for piecing. Uses: This thread

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February 19, 2024
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The Perks of Buying A Floor Model Sewing Machine

When you’re looking for a new sewing machine, finding the perfect machine that balances quality and a good price can be a challenge. We have a solution for you; have you ever looked at buying a floor model sewing machine? A floor model machine is one that we’ve had out in Machineland at Quilting Mayhem. That could be a serger, a long arm, or a regular sewing machine. If you haven’t thought of it before, let’s show you why the decision to bring home a floor model sewing machine will save you money while you

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December 19, 2023
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Holiday Gift Guide for Quilters

The holiday season is coming up fast, and it's time to show some extra love to each of the talented quilters and sewists in your life. However they love to stitch up a storm, our curated gift guide is here to help you find the perfect presents that not only make their projects more fun but also show how much you appreciate their artistry. Quilting Mayhem always works to bring you the best fabrics, essential tools, inspiring books and innovative gadgets, and our guide is a one-stop shop for bringing a smile to any stitcher’s

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November 17, 2023
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Quilt Tools Every Beginner Needs

When you’re new to the world of quilting, figuring out the tools can seem overwhelming. Which brands are better? Where can I get them? Do I need everything right now? The answers to those questions in order are: it depends, Quilting Mayhem, and no you don’t. But having the right tools in your quilter’s kit can make all the difference. We’ll break down the must-haves to get you started quilting. Rotary Cutter Chances are, you haven’t seen a rotary cutter before you started quilting. You might have thought you were going to cut out your pieces with

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August 22, 2023