I am absolutely over the moon to share my 4th book with David & Charles (and my very first quilting book) - Jelly Roll Animal Quilts! After a full year of designing, quilting, writing, testing, photographing, and tech editing, we’ve created a book packed with beautiful images, clear diagrams, and easy‑to‑follow instructions. I hope these adorable designs bring a big smile to your face.
Meet the Enchanting Elephant
While I adore every animal in this book, the Enchanting Elephant on the cover holds a special place in my heart. It takes my popular Josefina and Jeffery design to a whole new level of quilty awesomeness. You can make your elephant with:
- Monochrome ears
- A rainbow gradient
- Scrappy Jelly Roll strips
Each version has its own charm, and I can’t wait to see your creative magic.
Over 40 Projects to Make & Mix
Inside the book, you’ll find 9 animal themes: Bear, Owl, Dog, Cat, Raccoon, Fox, Elephant, Ladybug, and Frog. Each theme includes several coordinating projects, giving you over 40 possibilities to create. Make everything from:
- Large quilts
- Area rugs
- Wall hangings
- Placemats
- Mug rugs
- ...And more
You can even mix and match blocks from different animals to design your own unique quilt. The Cuddly Bear is especially dear to me... so lovable and huggable, it practically begs you to hibernate under it.
How the Quilts Are Made
All the animal quilts use precut 2½" fabric strips, which are sub‑cut into rectangles and then transformed into 60° shapes by trimming the corners in a special way. You can use:
- Jelly Rolls
- Design Rolls
- Roll‑Ups
- Rolie Polies
- Pinwheels
- Strip Packs
- Strip Sets
- Or your own hand‑cut bundles
You’ll also need some yardage (at least 42" wide) for backgrounds, backings, and bindings. For my samples, I used Patrick Lose and Northcott fabrics - the home of “cottons that feel like silk.”
Threads, Batting & Helpful Tips
When it comes to thread, choose what makes you happy. A 50wt thread is perfect for piecing and quilting, while a 40wt will make your quilting stitches stand out more. I used Aurifil cotton threads for all the projects in this book.
For batting, you can use 100% cotton, or 80/20 cotton‑poly blend. Just avoid polyester battings, as some projects require a hot iron. All quilts in the book use Hobbs Heirloom 80/20 for its loft and lightness, while smaller projects work beautifully with 100% cotton.
A Sneak Peek at Another Favorite
Here’s another quilt I adore - an upgraded remix of my Sassy the Kitty design. When you’re feeling a little sassy, all you need is a feline friend and a cozy quilt. Anything is possible with a cat by your side.
Pre‑Order Now – Shipping April 2, 2024
I’m delighted to announce that Jelly Roll Animal Quilts is now available for pre‑order and will begin shipping on April 2, 2024. You can find it at:
- Barnes and Noble
- Indigo
- Amazon (affiliate link)
- Bookshop (affiliate link)
- Books a Million
- Angus & Robertson Australia
- Walmart USA
- Search Press UK
Or check with your local fabric shops for additional options.
Thank you so much for your continued support of my books. I hope you have an absolute blast with this one.
