Hey, everyone!

I know, I know — you weren’t expecting to hear from me while I’m on the way out of town for my vacation, but I can’t help myself. I’m currently somewhere between here and Florida, about to unplug for the next week or so, but I couldn’t leave without telling you about the latest new thing at PG — the All About Quilts Fat Quarter Quilt Series!

What’s better than one great fat quarter-friendly quilt? That’s easy — twelve great fat quarter friendly quilts! That’s why my dear friend Val Krueger and I are super excited to announce a brand-new, monthly fat quarter-friendly quilt series for 2026, starting… yesterday! Here’s how it works: on the 15th of every month, Val will release a fresh quilt design that uses just 12 coordinating fat quarters and fabric for two borders. You can buy each pattern solo or grab the full kit, which includes the pattern, 12 FQ’s, and the two border fabrics you’ll need for the project (you will still need to purchase the designated backing fabric for each quilt — PLEASE NOTE: if you purchase it along with your kit, you will receive 20% off your backing fabric).

Do you love the idea of quilt-alongs but break out in hives at the word “commitment”? If that sounds familiar, this series was made for you! Pick up all twelve patterns each month throughout the year, or just grab the ones that catch your eye along the way — the All About Quilts Fat Quarter Quilt Series is completely à la carte. The only constants? Every single quilt in this series is fat quarter-friendly and will finish at 60″ x 70″.

Ready to meet the first quilt in the series? Those of you who have been eyeing American Gatherings III, take note – the Friends Forever quilt was practically made for it! Val designed Friends Forever to let the fabrics do the talking, and with all its bold stripes, classic stars, and patriotic prints, American Gatherings III absolutely delivers. If you’ve been wondering what to make with this line, here’s your answer!

Alright gang, this has been fun but it’s time to put work aside for a while. I need to get settled before my rug hooking retreat kicks off and I’m elbows deep in wool strips! Just a quick reminder — if you need to reference any updates, corrections, or future release info for this series, head over to lisabongean.com and click the “Quilt-Alongs” tab. Everything will be posted there. Ok — that’s it! I’m officially unplugging now for the next week or so, but I’ll see you all when I get back. Until then — try to stay out of trouble… I’m going to do my best. 🙂 Happy quilting!!! ~Lisa