Hello, fellow quilters! Victoria here. Some of you might know me from the Sewing Gallery shop in Princeton, West Virginia. But I’m probably new to many of you. I’m a quilter, anthropologist, teacher, and nerd who can’t get enough of pretty fabric. I also run a small pattern line called Flabby Tabby Designs named for my portly cat who likes to sit on top of my sewing machine (or on anything I might be working on). I started designing and writing patterns with beginners in mind because I love watching new quilters discover that they really can do this thing.

There are a million cute quilt patterns in the world, but often directions are hard to follow or downright confusing for beginners. I wanted to create simple, accessible patterns with easy-to-follow instructions. I write them as if I’m standing there next to you, teaching you the next step. Enjoying the process of sewing your quilt is just as important as enjoying your finished product. If just one person out there discovers that quilting is a joy because of one of my patterns, then, baby, I’ve reached my goal.

Life comes at you fast sometimes and I've found that quilting is a joyous, artful endeavor that soothes the tired spirit. Thank you for dropping by my shop and I hope you find something that inspires you to make a quilt.

I am also the quilt designer for Sweetfire Road, so check out the patterns we have made together for the Wildbriar collection (in shops now) and Autumn Rising (coming in June 27).

Flabby Tabby patterns are now available for shops to order through Moda (United Notions & Fabrics). Ask your local shop to carry them - no shipping for hard copies that way!