Behind the Scenes: Your Monthly Guide to Fabric Arts Livestreams

Eleanor Vance · 2026-10-01

Hey there, fellow fabric enthusiasts! Let's be honest for a second—our weekly livestreams have become something I genuinely look forward to. There's just something special about sharing that creative space with all of you, whether we're diving into a new quilting technique or exploring the intricate world of cross stitch. I wanted to make sure you never feel like you're missing out on the community, the sneak peeks, or those spontaneous moments of inspiration. That's why we put this monthly schedule together. Think of it as your personal invitation to join the fun, month after month. ### How to Stay in the Loop We know life gets busy. Projects pile up, deadlines loom, and sometimes the days just blur together. To help, we post the full monthly schedule right here on the blog at the start of every month. Then, because a month is a long time to remember anything, we send out weekly reminders on our social channels. If Instagram is your thing, here's a quick tip to tailor your feed: - Follow @FatQuarterShop for all things quilting, fabric hauls, and block-of-the-month reveals. - Follow @FQSXStitch for dedicated cross stitch content, floss talks, and pattern deep-dives. It's like having a friendly nudge right in your pocket, reminding you it's time to take a creative break. ### Your Offline Backup Plan Maybe you're taking a social media break, or you just prefer to have things on your own calendar. I totally get that. Here's the simplest solution: when you see the calendar graphic in this post, just right-click and save it to your computer. You can print it, set it as your desktop background, or stick it on your fridge. Having it physically in your workspace means you can circle dates, jot down project ideas that pop up during a stream, and truly make it your own. It's about putting you in control of your creative time. ### Why These Sessions Matter This isn't just about announcing new products or running through tutorials—though we do plenty of that! It's about the conversation. It's the collective 'aha!' moment when a tricky technique clicks. It's seeing the gorgeous color combinations you all are working with and being inspired to try something new myself. One of our regular viewers put it perfectly recently: "It feels like sitting in a virtual sewing circle with friends who just get it." That's the vibe we're going for. A place to learn, sure, but more importantly, a place to connect. Whether you're stitching a queen-size quilt or a 4-inch cross stitch ornament, your project is welcome here. So, mark your calendars, set a reminder, or just drop in when you can. We'll be here, ready to stitch, sew, and build some sweet memories together. Can't wait to see you there.