As always, we have more ideas than time. So we thought we would give you a teeny tiny peek into a few things.
First, we have two fabric collections being released in the coming months. Yep, two. And they couldn't be more different. Here's the story. (You might have to read this section twice or three times to get it. I'm not sure I can explain it clearly, but here goes):
Fabric collection "A" is now being shown to stores. We would usually have our actual fabric samples to show you by now, but not this time. We have to wait until April to get any of the fabric. However, the fabric will be shipped to stores in May. If you follow our blog, we usually show you our newest fabric collections about six months in advance of shipping to stores. This time it will only be one month. Which is good and bad. If you really like it, you won't have to wait long before you can actually have some. On the other hand, it only gives us a few weeks to make the quilts that go with the collection (and all that goes with that- quilting, photography, instructions, covers, etc). So, good for you, not so great for us.
On to collection "B". This collection will be shown to stores in April (I'm about 95% sure that is correct). But, for this collection, we will have our fabric samples at the regular time- 6 months before shipping. It should ship in September. If you are following along (and I'm about 95% sure nobody is), that means we will show you the fabric in March- in just a few short weeks.
So, to summarize, we will be showing you fabric "B" before fabric "A", but fabric "B" won't be available until September, and fabric "A" will be available in May. Got it? Right now you are probably thinking to yourself "who cares". I wouldn't blame you.
Now for the part someone may be interested in. We are dying to show you fabric "A". We do have some digital images, but they just don't do it justice. They look so much better in fabric. But I will give you a few bits of information. Like the name of the collection. Lucy's Crab Shack. Now I know you're saying, "what?". Here's another bit of information. It's a kid's line. Not so much a baby line (although it would be adorable for a baby), but a kid's line for all ages. Think happy, fun colors. Think summer at the beach (and I could use a little of that right now). And even though "Lucy" is used in the name, it's not just a girls line. We've got the boys covered, too.
As for fabric "B", we will just wait a few weeks to show you that. I will tell you that it is the exact opposite of Lucy's, but I love it just as much.
Oh, and we are right smack dab in the middle of working on another collection for next year. Next year as in a whole year from now. But no hints. You never know, we might change our minds on themes, colors, and designs before we submit it, so we better just leave it at that.
On to the next thing. Because Reunion is now shipping to stores, we are releasing the charms that coordinate. We can show you those.
We chose a few of our favorite prints from the Reunion collection. Here is my personal favorite- the bunting print paired with a mini check charm:
The Dates:
More of the bunting:
Daisies:
Mini Checks:
The X's:
And a variety strung together:
They are available in our Etsy shop now.
Moving on, we are planning something I totally love starting in April (or May or June- just depends on a lot of things). Again, we can't let out all the details, but it is a monthly club! We will still have our Label Crew, but this will be something completely different. Check back in the coming weeks for details.
One more thing- we will have a completely new product category in our Etsy shop soon. Different from our canvas prints, labels, charms or patterns. Something completely new!
Sorry we can't show you any of these. Just wanted to let you know what we were working on and what to expect in the next few months. I'm sure I forgot something, but if I did, it will just have to wait. Have a great Wednesday!
saw a sneak peek somewhere of Lucy's Crab shack. :) think I need to invest in Moda :) stock! because for sure I'm not saving money in the fabric home budget department. spent it all and then some every month.It's hard to resist such beautiful things. Hoping to create some sweetness with a couple of your previous lines, countdown to Christmas (LOVE) and hometown :) Bless you all this Feb. day. The charms are so sweet. confused by it all, A vs B, but you make me laugh.
janita
Posted by: janita | Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 10:18 AM
Great interview on Jolly Jabber. I like the Lucy Crab Shack, looks like alot of fun.
Posted by: Gina S. | Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 08:45 AM
Was able to see a peek at Lucy's Crab Shack and can't wait to see what you girls have planned! :) LOVE LOVE LOVE Sweetwater! Happy Valentine's Day and wishing you all a beautiful week!
Posted by: Lori Kae | Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 10:27 AM
Sounds great! All of it. I am loving Reunion. I bought a fat quarter bundle from Green Fairy Quilts and am using it to make my Swoon Along Quilt. It is the perfect fabric for that quilt.
Posted by: charlotte | Monday, February 13, 2012 at 03:46 AM
Thanks for the tantalizing teasers! Anticipating B, A and C!! And a monthly club! Have never done it, but am excited! Y'all have fun, be refreshed in the midst of if all - we love your creativity!!
Posted by: Glynis | Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 09:40 AM
You've definitely peaked my interest! Love your style and excited about your new lines; the new monthly club; and a new product category on Etsy. You guys are way busy and thanks for sharing your quilting news!
Posted by: Janet Holland | Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 12:36 AM
The LQS that I work in just got Reunion in and we ordered Lucy's Crab Shack... I can't wait to get that in as well! <3
Posted by: marcia e | Saturday, February 11, 2012 at 12:52 PM
Oh goodness! I'm all excited over all these new items and I have to wait to see them! What's a girl to do? Looking forward to the new fabric lines, new club and new Etsy product category!!!
Posted by: Gail E | Friday, February 10, 2012 at 12:58 PM
It all sounds really exciting. I can't wait to see them. Lucy's Crab Shack sounds so wonderful!
I received my journal label the other day with your note that you sent me a Paypal invoice for the additional 3 but that I didn't pay it so you figured I changed my mined. I thought I did pay it (probably did it in my head but didn't do it). I have been digging through my e-mail for a couple of days now looking for it, but I cannot seem to find it. I would still like them. Would you be kind enough to invoice them for me? Thank you so much! I am so sorry about that!
Posted by: Stephanie in Mi | Thursday, February 09, 2012 at 07:09 PM
Oh man, I totally can't wait on the monthly announcment or the new thing on Etsy. You are killing me here!!!! :)
Posted by: Teri M | Thursday, February 09, 2012 at 12:51 PM
WOW! I guess I'd better not hold my breath or I'll miss it all - I think! Can wait for everything to happen. Love you guys!
Posted by: Beverly Atkins | Thursday, February 09, 2012 at 09:56 AM
I've seen Lucy & I adore it. I'm making my order this week. And, the patterns, oh my they are cute!
Posted by: Auntie Pami | Thursday, February 09, 2012 at 06:59 AM
Oh I'm dying! I can't wait to see Lucy's Crab Shack! I know it's going to be fabulous! Loving Reunion right now. Thanks for being awesome@
Posted by: amber | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 07:25 PM
That's a lot of teasers! I think you can actually see something of your Lucy line on Moda. Whatever is coming I'm sure I'll love it!!
Posted by: Jeanne | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 06:45 PM
Well, you have piqued my interest, and believe it or not a followed and understood every word. ;-)
Posted by: Doris | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 03:43 PM
that is frustrating to be left with so little time to work up samples...must brainstorm smashing, easy samples, huh?
im pretty much always excited for your next line so im ready when you are!!
Posted by: Jenny | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 03:23 PM
You guys totally suck (heehee)....you give us just enough of a teaser!! SO NOT FAIR!! As you know, I'm your personal stalker and love Sweetwater Fabrics a ridiculous amount!! I can't wait to hear more about these new collections!! I will have your little surprises hopefully by March (which you probably forgot about, which maybe a good thing so when you get a package in the mail you all will be surprised)...you guys rock and love this blog!! Your fabrics are the best and whenever has a contest and they say what is your favorite designer or fabric line I always say Sweetwater or one of your fabric lines...so not brown-nosing here but it is the truth!! keep doing what you guys are doing because a lot of us care!! xoxox smooches!
Posted by: Michelle Balletti | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 02:44 PM
Can't wait to see BOTH fabric lines - I'm sure they're wonderful.
Posted by: Margaret | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 01:22 PM
Can't wait! And a new club! FUN!
Posted by: Jen | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 11:31 AM
If you visit Fat Quarter Shop's website, you can see Lucy's Crab Shack fabric line. Or visit Moda's website.
I'm always checking what's coming -- especially from Sweetwater.
Cute, cute, cute.
Posted by: Patty C. | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 10:36 AM
Wow, this post sounds like a book review for that book you are dying to read, but doesn't come out for a few more months. We know that everything you guys create is fabulous--now we just have to wait until we actually get to see it--or find out what it actually is. hmmm
Posted by: Pam | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 09:46 AM
Seriously, how DO you sleep at night with so many things going on in your life? Between this business and a family you must not sleep at all. Maybe you sleep standing up in front of your cutting mat? ;p
Can't wait to see all the new stuff! I love the bunting charms and I can't WAIT to get my hands on the bunting fabric.
Now go take a well deserved nap...you've earned it. ;p
Posted by: ina | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 09:13 AM
If you really want to see them, you all can hop over to Moda to get pics of Lucy's Crab Shack. I ADORE it! If the digital images don't do it justice then I really can't wait to see it. Because the digital images are fabulous!
I don't know how you all keep doing it! And I'm guessing a Christmas collection with Linus for option B?? Am I even in the right ball park?
Posted by: Angela | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 08:59 AM
Oh ya I got it alright!!!! You are nothing but a big TEASE!!! I just got me a whole bunch of Reunion ! It arrived yesterday and I practically attacked my poor mailman buz I knew what was in that box. Now I just have to get my act together and get busy...cutting and sewing.
BTW hope you loved your snow...my son said they got a couple of feet, but it was the light fluffy stuff...wasy to shovel. I hear you could be in for a biggie this weekend too! Enjoy!!
Posted by: Cheryl-MA | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 08:19 AM
Sounds like you have been keeping pretty busy! I'm looking forward to seeing all the new fabric and the other surprises you have in store for us.
Posted by: Debbie-Esch House Quilts | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 07:33 AM
All in all it sounds very exciting!
Posted by: patricia | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 06:21 AM
I got a peek at Lucy too, cannot wait! Excited about the new club too, what is it?
Posted by: karen | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 05:20 AM
Well that all sounds rather exciting and as always I am very much looking forward to the new collections, A, B, C........
Posted by: Judith Dahmen | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 01:59 AM
I was lucky enough to be at work when the Moda rep came last week & I got a peek at Lucy's Crab Shack. I LOVE it! Another hit! Can't wait for it to arrive. Yeah, we may have ordered a few bolts. ;)
Posted by: Sharon @ A Prairie Sunrise | Wednesday, February 08, 2012 at 12:56 AM