Meet Modern Quilting!
Today for our RBD Shop Stop we are highlighting the fabulous Modern Quilting shop in Phoenix, AZ! Read on for a note from the shop owner, some RBD fan-favorites, and more from Modern Quilting!
A Note From Justine!
Hi! I’m Justine and I am the owner of Modern Quilting in Phoenix, AZ! I have been a quilter for virtually my whole life, and it was always a dream of mine to open my own shop. As luck would have it, a few years ago the owner of the local quilt shop (LQS) that I shopped in was getting ready to retire. Because I already loved the store, I decided to take the plunge and buy the shop from her. Back in 2006, when I was getting ready to become a mom, I discovered that the world of quilting had changed quite a bit from what it had been when I started making quilts in the mid-90’s. Fabrics were fresher, patterns were less traditional, and the internet was bringing quilters together like never before!
The internet has had a profound effect on the way quilters and crafters create and share their passions. Before, you had to take part in a guild or bee in order to share projects, gain inspiration and have community with others who shared your interests. Today, all we have to do is tap our phones a couple times and we can enter the land of social media, where there’s always something interesting to absorb. While I think it’s great that folks can find community in spaces like Instagram or Facebook, I think we are missing out on a lot that happens when people go out to a guild, a sewing circle, or their local quilt shop.
Firstly, and most obviously, you get to see the fabric! Seeing, touching, and matching fabrics will always be better as an in-person activity. Cameras, screens, lighting…all these things can change the way a fabric looks on a computer, and there’s no way to judge the quality of a fabric from a picture. I’m sure nearly everyone who’s shopped online for anything, not just fabric, has experienced that moment when they rip open the package they’ve been waiting (im)patiently for and the product inside…isn’t that great. The color is off, it seemed bigger online, it’s made of cheap materials…whatever it may be that just leaves you disappointed. Shopping in person alleviates that risk.
One of the things I always loved about visiting my LQS is the friendliness and knowledgeability of the staff. After all, the majority of the people who work in a quilt shop are quilters themselves, and are almost always ready and willing to help you pick fabric, troubleshoot a problem, or just ooh and ahh over your latest creation!
Classes and events can also be tons of fun when you attend in person! Attending a workshop, class or activity at your LQS can introduce you to new people, new techniques, or just provide some company while you sew. Quilting and sewing bees of yesteryear still exist, albeit in a different light, and you can find them in your LQS! Of course, supporting your LQS also helps your community. Money spent in local businesses tends to stay in the community, and local businesses are more likely to support causes that are in their and your own neighborhoods. Our shop supports several local and national charities, including Honor Flight, Ryan’s Case for Smiles, and AZ Blankets for Kids. From everyone here at Modern Quilting, we thank you for your continued support and can’t wait to see your next project! – Justine
A Few Fan-Favorites
If you find yourself in Phoenix, we hope you’ll pop in to Modern Quilting to see it for yourself! They truly have something for every style of quilter. If you can’t make it to Arizona, don’t worry! You can shop online anytime at modernquilting.com.
Of course, we have to point out a few RBD favorites that Modern Quilting currently has in stock! Don’t miss your chance to shop these collections from Modern Quilting. First up, The Old Garden by Danelys Sidron! This collection is stunning for both traditional and modern quilting styles and blends seamlessly into your home decor.
Second is RBD Basics & blenders! No stash is complete without a few go-to basics. Modern Quilting has walls of rainbows for you to choose your favorites for any project.
Last but never least, the popular Merry Little Christmas collection by My Mind’s Eye! This holiday fabric has flown off the shelves! If you haven’t shopped this collection, Modern Quilting has you covered with both the quilting cotton AND flannel SKUs!
Thanks for stopping by for this RBD Shop Stop!
About the Shop & Where to Follow
Modern Quilting opened in 2016, filling the need for a fresh, up-to-date quilt shop in North Phoenix/Scottsdale. Since then, the store has gained a reputation for having the latest fabrics by top designers and manufacturers who lead the fabric industry. Modern Quilting has a diverse selection of fabrics including batiks, Kaffe Fassett, Bella solids, and all your favorites from Moda, Alexander Henry, Robert Kaufman, and many more.
In addition to beautiful, current fabrics, Modern Quilting carries fun, up-to-date patterns and books, as well as all the notions needed to create stunning projects. Long arm service is also available! We run a brand new, state of the art Innova longarm with full robotics. We offer edge-to-edge quilting at competitive prices. With our large selection of wide back cottons and Quilter’s Dream batting, we are able to take your top to the finish line! Contact the store for turnaround times and shipping instructions.
Our staff is friendly, knowledgeable and ready to help. Whether it be technique, fabric selection, or finishing suggestions, they can assist you with your project from concept to completion!
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