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The All MidAtlantic Shop Hop is Coming! 

Click Here to Learn More About the Shop Hop!

Shop Hop Inc™ hosts the nation’s largest sewing and quilting shopping program. Whether you're a store, sponsor, or shopper, you're supporting the textile arts — and having some amazing adventures along the way!

Get the Shop Hop Magazine
Your go-to guide for everything Shop Hop!
Inside you’ll find:

• State & Regional Maps of all participating stores

• Exclusive 2025 Fabrics

• Prize Listings & Official Passport (required for prize registration!)

• Original Patterns, Articles & Quilting Resources

• Store Hours & Contact Info

• Sponsor Listings & Store Index

Available only at participating Shop Hop stores — many offer it for sale online or over the phone with shipping available.
Magazines arrive in stores approximately 6 weeks before the event begins.

Join the Fun Online!
Follow the excitement in the All MidAtlantic Shop Hop Facebook Group — get sneak peeks, community updates, and more!

2025 All Mid-Atlantic Shop Hop™ Exclusive Fabric Collection

Designed by Benartex – Only Available at Participating Stores!

THIS YEAR WE ARE NOT CARRYING THE COLLECTION! HOWEVER WE DO HAVE SEVERAL OTHER PATRIOTIC FABRIC TO CHOOSE FROM AND WIDE BACK!

This Year’s Theme: Patriotic Pageantry!
The 2025 fabric line celebrates the heritage and pride of the Mid-Atlantic states with a bold, patriotic flair:

DO YOU LOVE FAT QUARTERS!!!
We have some!

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 Shopping Etiquette Tips

1. Greet and Be Friendly

   • A warm “hello” or smile goes a long way!

   • Staff are here to help, so don’t hesitate to say hi.

2. Be Respectful of Store Hours

   • Try to arrive well before closing time.

   • If you're running late, give the store a quick call to ask if they can accommodate.

3. Handle Items with Care

   • Look and touch gently.

   • If you change your mind, return items neatly to their place or hand them to a staff member.

4. Ask Before Opening Packages

   • If something’s sealed, just ask—we’re happy to show it to you!

5. Watch Food & Drink

   • To keep the shop clean and safe for all, please keep snacks and drinks outside or sealed.

6. Mind Personal Space

   • If the store is busy, be mindful of others shopping and give folks a little room to browse.

7. Keep Kids Close

   • Little ones are always welcome! We just ask that they stay nearby and handle items gently.

8. Try to Avoid Phone Use During Checkout

   • It's much easier to give great service when we can communicate clearly during transactions.

9. Ask Questions—We Love That!

   • Looking for something special? Not sure what works best? We're happy to help!

10. Leave Feedback

• Loved your visit? Let us know!

• Have a concern? We’d love a chance to make it right.

Sewing Tips & Tricks Every Stitcher Should Know 

1. Press, Don’t Iron
Always press your seams—don’t slide the iron. Pressing sets your stitches and helps your blocks stay square.

2. Change Your Needle Often
A dull needle can cause skipped stitches, snags, and frustration. Swap it out after every big project or 8–10 hours of sewing.

3. Use Quality Thread
Cheap thread can break, shed lint, and damage your machine. Invest in high-quality cotton or polyester thread for smoother sewing.

4. Chain Piece for Speed
Sewing several pieces in a row without cutting threads saves time and keeps you organized.

5. Starch Smartly
Light starch or sizing can help with precision piecing—just be sure to press, not scorch!

6. Keep a Seam Ripper Handy (and Use It Proudly)
Every sewist uses it—it’s part of the journey. A clean seam rip is better than a wonky one.

7. Use a Quarter-Inch Foot for Piecing
Quilters: this foot is your best friend for consistent, accurate seams.

8. Label Your Rows
When working on a quilt top, label each row with sticky notes, clips, or numbered pins to keep track of your layout.

9. Clean Your Machine Regularly
Lint builds up fast. Open the bobbin case and dust it out often—your machine will thank you.

10. Practice on Scraps
Trying something new? Test your stitches, tension, and techniques on scraps before committing to your main fabric.

11. Pin (or Clip) with Purpose
Pin perpendicular to your stitch line for easy removal, or use clips for thick layers like bag making or binding.

12. Keep a Notebook or Project Binder
Jot down fabric choices, measurements, thread color, and pattern notes so you can recreate or troubleshoot later.

13. Don’t Be Afraid to Improvise
Mistakes can become creative detours. Some of the best quilts come from “happy accidents”!

Reasons to purchase a gift certificates:

1. "Share the Stitching Joy – Give a Gift Card!"

2. "Wrap Up Creativity – Send a Gift Certificate Today!"

3. "Not Sure What They’ll Love? Let Them Choose!"

4. "Give the Gift of Fabric, Fun & Inspiration!"

5. "Perfect for Quilters, Makers & Fabric Fanatics – Shop Gift Cards!"

6. "Stuck on a Gift? A Quilt Shop Gift Card Always Fits!"

7. "From Fat Quarters to Full Quilts – Let Them Pick What They Love!"

8. "Surprise a Stitcher – Send Some Shopping Joy!"

9. "No Measuring Needed – Gift Certificates Always Fit Just Right!"

10. "Send a Little Happy in the Form of Fabric Money!"

 Sewing Jokes & Puns

1. Why did the spool of thread break up with the needle?
   It felt like they were always getting stuck in a loop.

2. What do you call a sewist who tells tall tales?
   A fabricator!

3. Why did the quilter go to therapy?
   She had too many unresolved seams.

4. Sewing machine broke.
   I'm not mad… just sew disappointed.

5. How do quilters show affection?
   They give you a fat quarter instead of a hug!

6. What’s a thread’s favorite dance move?
   The twist and knot!

7. My seam ripper and I are in a complicated relationship.
   We break up. Then we get back together. Repeat.

8. I told my fabric stash I wouldn’t buy more…
   But I just couldn’t cut it out!

9. You know you’re a quilter when...
   You measure twice and still cut wrong—but it becomes a design choice.

10. Quilters don’t get older…
    They just gather more layers!

11. Why did the sewing machine get promoted?

    It always knew how to keep things together under pressure.

12. What did the fabric say when it was cut?

    "Oh no, I'm in pieces!"

13. Why don’t quilters ever get bored?

    Because they always have something “on the side” they’re working on!

14. What’s a quilter’s favorite type of music?

    Heavy metal (as in thimbles, pins, and scissors)!

15. What’s a thread’s life motto?

    “No loose ends!”

16. Why did the bobbin apply for a job?

    It was tired of just going in circles.

17. What’s a quilter’s favorite workout?

    Stitch-ups and binding curls!

18. Sewists don't have UFOs...

    They have "Projects with Potential."

19. How do you know a quilter has been in your house?

    There’s thread stuck to your dog.

20. If fabric were a love language...

    I’d be fluent.

KC's Advice for New Quilters!

1. Measure Twice, Cut Once Carefully

Accuracy in quilting begins with measuring and cutting. Taking the extra moment to double-check your measurements can save you a lot of frustration later. Fabric is precious—cut with intention!

2. Press Seams, Don’t Iron Hard

Instead of dragging the iron (which can distort fabric), lift and press. This helps your blocks stay straight and your points match up beautifully. A good press can make your quilt look polished before it's even quilted!

3. Mistakes Make Beautiful Design Opportunities

Everyone makes mistakes—even pros! The trick is turning “oops” moments into creative detours. A flipped block or uneven seam can become a charming part of your quilt’s story.

4. Start Simple, Enjoy the Journey

You don’t need to begin with a masterpiece. A simple project lets you build confidence, practice technique, and actually finish something—so satisfying! Quilting is a journey, not a race.

5. Stitch with Patience and Joy

Sewing should be soothing, not stressful. Take your time, enjoy the rhythm of the machine, and be kind to yourself. You’re creating something beautiful, one stitch at a time.