Challenge ...

... fabric is in -- the Hoffman Challenge, that is. :) We got a few bolts from Hoffman, all of which are lovely (exactly as expected, this IS Hoffman Fabrics we're talking about:) ... including the challenge print for this coming year (2009). Also some lovely blue and yellow prints (that look a bit stronger in our photos than they really are -- the human eye is much more discerning than even the best camera:).

First I would like to share the new books that are in. From the designer called American Jane comes a compilation of traditional designs:

Do you have a baby to quilt for in your near future?

Anyone you know a budding seamstress (or seamster)?

Fabric prettiness follows:

This lovely soft paisley is the challenge print.

More loveliness: