STRIP-IT - Design-It-Yourself Strip Quilting Fabric - Part II
We've come up with a few project ideas for our new STRIP ITS collections, shown here in high-contrast black and white. Try them as shown, in neutral STRIP IT ELEMENTS for an earthy, casual look, or in... [Read more]
"Top-Ten Tips" for Successful Classes
In-store classes are vital to a quilt shop's success, creating excitement and enthusiasm for your products, not to mention a better educated customer. We've gathered some easy and valuable ideas for making... [Read more]
How to Use "Lil' Bits" 5" Square Charm Packs
Show your customers how to create simple yet beautiful projects with pre-cut fabric squares. Here are just a few ideas to get you started: PILLOWS, TOTE BAGS, PINCUSHIONS, SMALL ACCESSORIES, PLACEMATS,... [Read more]
Ideas for Memory Quilting and More
LOVE & INSPIRATION is the Spring/Summer 2007 introduction by Faye Burgos that once again shows her talent for beautiful flowers. It follows the success of LOVE & HOPE, with a broader inspirational... [Read more]
Tips for Seasonal Promotions
As proud members of the Craft & Hobby Association (CHA), we wanted to refer our retail partners to its website as an excellent source of information. This month, be sure to check out its Promotions... [Read more]
Floorquilts!
If you've been looking for a clever way to get non-sewers and home décor enthusiasts excited about your shop's offerings, check out Floorquilts! Fabric Decoupaged Floorcloths - No-Sew Fun, by Ellen Highsmith... [Read more]
Introducing STRIP-IT - Design-It-Yourself Strip Quilting Fabric
Strip quilting has taken on new importance in recent seasons, made easier with precut, pre-coordinated strip bundles available today. Marcus takes strip quilting to the next level with STRIP IT, an exciting... [Read more]
Judie Rothermel's CAMBRIDGE Collection Offers a "Northern View"
FEBRUARY 2008 - Civil War quilt & fabric enthusiasts are sure to love Judie Rothermel's latest group for Marcus fabrics. She describes the line, dated 1840-1870: "The CAMBRIDGE... [Read more]
Are You a "Green Quilter?"
With the exciting debut of our new certified organic OASIS CANVAS made with eco-friendly dyes, we thought it would be great to share your best tips for ecologically responsible quilting. Big or small,... [Read more]
Marcus Fabrics' Newest Museum Collection Features Popular OCEAN WAVES
Marcus Fabrics proudly announces its Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum Collection III, the latest fabric design collaboration with the esteemed museum of the same name. The fabrics that make up the new... [Read more]
2007 - The Year in Review
In 2007, Marcus Brothers became Marcus Fabrics, a change that reflects our updated look and a renewed commitment to this exciting and diverse creative industry. Over the years, we've built a Tradition... [Read more]
Marcus Fabrics Introduces Organic & Eco-Friendly Cottons
As themes of environmental responsibility and "eco-friendly" products gradually become more familiar to today's consumer, this new direction in consumerism is already taking hold in the quilting world.... [Read more]
Denim Trivia
Denim could well be known as "America's Favorite Fabric", yet its roots are international. Marcus' own DENIM is available in five colors, in a mid-weight that works beautifully with traditional quilt... [Read more]
How to Use "Lil' Bits" 5" Square Charm Packs:
You can create simple yet beautiful projects with pre-cut, pre-coordinated fabric square packs. Marcus offers various collections in these timesaving assortments, in both 5" and 8" squares. Here... [Read more]
It's A Patchwork Party!
Marcus Fabric is pleased to be a part of Patchwork Party 2007, and our HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS line is the featured collection. Join the fun as you choose among twelve quilt blocks, beautifully... [Read more]
New! Marcus Blog
We're pleased to announce the launch of the Marcus blog. For those who can't get enough Marcus content online through our website each month, here's a great way to keep up on the latest news, developments... [Read more]
More New Looks for AUNT GRACE!
For summer 2007, Judie Rothermel unveils two more distinctive Aunt Grace collections. AUNT GRACE TIES ONE ON redefines some familiar motifs in a larger scale, making them an appealing choice for... [Read more]
Quick-to-Make: Embellished LOVE & INSPIRATION Hankies!
The beautiful handkerchief panel from Faye Burgos' LOVE & INSPIRATION gives you lots of creative opportunities! In the office, these samples brought back fond memories of pretty hankies for... [Read more]
Quilting with Children
Summer vacation season is nearby, and there's no better time to share your passion for quilting and creative sewing with your favorite little people. Whether they've expressed an interest in learning... [Read more]
A "New" Palette for AUNT GRACE SCRAPBAG 2007!
For 2007, Judie Rothermel presents an AUNT GRACE SCRAPBAG palette that may appear uncommon, but is quite typical of the 1930's, in shades of clear reds and pinks mixed with black and cream. Judie interpreted... [Read more]
Judie Rothermel - 20 Years of Outstanding Design
Marcus Brothers is proud to announce that 2007 marks the 20th year of Judie Rothermel's unique influence on the quilting world! Judie Rothermel has been a true innovator in the quilting industry, and... [Read more]
TOP Gift Ideas for Quilters!
It's that time of year, so we thought we'd ask some of our industry friends (and Marcus staffers who quilt) for suggestions on the Perfect Holiday Gift for quilters. here's what they said:Jan Mullen:... [Read more]
The Lasting Appeal of 1930's Reproduction Prints
The first Aunt Grace collection debuted at Quilt Market fifteen years ago, to the delight of other quilting enthusiasts who, like Judie, previously couldn't find the historically accurate prints they... [Read more]
Our Newest Museum Partner - The New England Quilt Museum
Marcus Brothers proudly continues its commitment to the preservation of quilting history with the announcement of its newest museum partnership, this time with the New England Quilt Museum, located in... [Read more]
Popular Patchwork!
Like many creative activities, the ancient art of patchwork began with humble utilitarian roots, as a way to lengthen the life of a threadbare garment by sewing patches to it. In time, artistic influences... [Read more]
Using DOTS and STRIPES!
Quilters are enjoying a renewed interest in dots and stripes, fueled in part by home decor trends. Just like any other design motif, these versatile designs can be used to define the mood of a quilt,... [Read more]
An Interview with Paula Pahl, Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum
The Museum receives its first shipment of ROCKY MOUNTAIN QUILT MUSEUM COLLECTION (l. to r.) Jessica Vaughn, Manager of Quilt Market, the museum gift shop; Paula Pahl, Executive Director; and Lorie... [Read more]
This Year, We Celebrate the 15th Anniversary of Aunt Grace
What's Your Favorite? ...and you can help us to create the next collection! Aunt Grace 1930's prints by Judie Rothermel are the industry originals, and still the best! For this very special Anniversary,... [Read more]
American Quilting, 19th Century Style!
With all of the buzz about our Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum collaboration and the collections we've created with them, we wanted to give you a glimpse into the history of quilting in the late 19th Century.... [Read more]
Velvet Sewing Tips
Our new VELVET collection adds instant texture and brilliant color to your projects, from sophisticated art quilts to fun crazy quilts to gorgeous fashion accessories and more! It's easy-care (machine... [Read more]
What Can You Do With Wool Strips?
Lots of things! Wool strips are traditionally used for rug hooking and related needle arts. With the current crossover trends in embellishment from knitting & crochet to quilting to home decor, crafts... [Read more]
STURBRIDGE III
Great Projects from Planted Seed Designs Planted Seed Designs has come up with four great wall hangings utilizing our OLD STURBRIDGE VILLAGE III collection! These easily pieced quilts make the most of... [Read more]
Marcus Brothers Sponsors MQX
Machine Quilters Exposition (MQX) is an annual machine quilting show and conference founded by machine quilters, Janet-Lee Santeusanio and Mary Schilke. MQX embraces all machine quilters, regardless of... [Read more]
About Our Museum Collections...
Marcus Brothers is proud to be affiliated with Old Sturbridge Village and The Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum through the development of special fabric collections inspired by their permanent collections.... [Read more]
Creative Uses for 110" Fabrics
With our ever-expanding range of extra-wide quilt backs, we began to think of all the creative uses for them, aside from beautiful backing for your quilts... and this is what we came up with. Do you have... [Read more]
Wool Dyeing Tips
Among our many new wool products is a variety that is "PFD", or prepared for dyeing. It's easy to custom-color your wool fabric - with Kool-Aid(R) powdered drink mix! PLEASE NOTE: As with any dyeing... [Read more]
Top 10 Creative Uses for Muslin Shoppe Double Face Quilt Fabrics!
Versatile pre-quilted fabric is popular for so many projects, and in our classic muslin tones, the possibilities are even greater! Try any of these ideas using the double-faced quilt fabric as it is,... [Read more]
Ways with Wool!
Have you seen our beautiful new wool collections? They're easily some of the most exciting new fabrics we've ever introduced - both the HAND-DYED WOOLS and new AUNT GRACE WOOLS are brimming with creative... [Read more]
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