FAQ’s

for the Penny Sampler Pattern Club

Questions? I’ve got answers.

I’m super excited about this twist on my popular Penny Sampler. Our 2020 pattern club features tons of new paper pieced designs, swappable blocks and alternate layouts. You can make a Nordic-inspired Penny Sampler, much like the original, or the brand-new Dutch version. Or, mix and match to create a look all your own!

If you don’t find what you’re looking for here, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

How Does it work?

a pattern club

Club members receive monthly installments of original, digital patterns designed for the Penny Sampler quilt. All patterns are PDF’s and printable on standard paper. Save, use and enjoy - for your personal use.

Share your makes on Instagram with #PennySamplerPatternClub and be sure to follow the hashtag too, so you can join our community of makers!

what do I get?

Value

Between the 5th and 10th, Jan-Nov in 2020, you’ll receive a club email with:

3 paper pieced block patterns
Inspiration from our community
Tips for each leg of the journey

Plus, occasional extras like traditionally pieced versions of some blocks, two alternate quilt layouts and a surprise technique to try!

December is quilt assembly and quilting ideas for this 66” x 73” throw quilt.

What does it cost?

your options

Subscribe for a monthly fee of €8.50 or pay for the full year in one lump sum of €78, for a nice savings.

Registration opens on January 3rd. Opening week the annual membership is on sale for €65. Don’t miss it!

What’s that in US dollars? Currencies fluctuate, but to estimate: €8.50 = $9.50, €65 = $72, €78 = $87.

But I don’t know how to Machine paper piece!

it’s included

What a good time to learn! I’ve got you covered.

With your first club delivery, you’ll receive general paper piecing how-to’s for beginners, a detailed video and tips helpful even for those who’ve been around the block before. Plus, the first month includes two of the simpler blocks to help you ease into things.

is there a fabrics list?

not precisely

With so many blocks and options, it’s not possible to create a set materials list. Needs will vary widely depending upon how many different fabrics you choose to use.

The Good News: When you join the club, you’ll receive a welcome packet with fabric and color guidance, a nordic-theme color sheet, a Dutch-theme color sheet and guidance on purchasing background fabrics.

Can I still join?

Catching up

Yes! You’ll receive all previously released materials at once and then proceed with monthly deliveries along with the club.

Note: The subscription price model is only available for sign ups through April 30, 2020. You’ll pay for the months already passed to catch you up and then proceed with the regular €8.50 monthly fee.

what if I did the original Penny sampler?

the difference

The original Penny Sampler course focused on three techniques: appliqué, precise traditional piecing and machine paper piecing. The quilt was nordic-inspired with blocks made in all three techniques. Some of the traditional piecing was a bit tricky.

Our Penny Sampler Pattern Club is designed to be a bit more accessible (by using only machine paper piecing) and a lot more customizable. It retains my dynamic modern sampler layout, but most everything else changes if you choose the Dutch version of the quilt. To create this club, I’ve redesigned many of the nordic-themed blocks as paper pieced blocks and updated some of the paper pieced ones. Plus, of course, I’ve created a lot of new blocks! That’s why this club stands alone and is not offered as an upgrade or extension product. Sorry - no discounts.

If you loved the original Penny Sampler, you’ll definitely enjoy our club. There is plenty of new material to keep you engaged and to make several new quilts. If you are still sewing the original Penny Sampler, feel free to sew-along with us in 2020 and use the community hashtag. We’d love to see what you’re making too!