{"title":"Samplers","description":"\u003cp\u003eA collection of all the freebies currently posted. From me to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll need to add them to your cart and check them out, but you'll see the total is zero.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"in-a-crooked-little-house-free-quilt-pattern","title":"In a Crooked Little House","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis quilt block is a great introduction to the Stargazey ‘off kilter' cutting techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis three-story house block is open to the weather at the moment but is waiting, perhaps, for you to put your touch on each house block. Curtains and doors will appear with your appropriate choice of fabrics. Change the sky fabrics to a forest fabric and you’ll have a house in the woods. Make one block or many.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey Quilts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47080493940905,"sku":"SGZ-CLH","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/In_a_Crooked_Little_House_FP.png?v=1779334572"},{"product_id":"baby-wrap-free-quilt-pattern","title":"Baby Wrap","description":"\u003cp\u003eSAMPLE QUILT SIZE\u003cbr\u003e40” x 40” (102cm x 102cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFABRIC REQUIREMENTS\u003cbr\u003eFront -40” (1 1\/8yds) (102cm)\u003cbr\u003eBack - 44” (1 1\/4yds) (115cm)\u003cbr\u003eWhite flannelette - 44” (1 1\/4yds) (115cm)\u003cbr\u003eI used cotton voile 54” (137cm) wide so the measurements above allowed for binding. Allow extra if using narrower fabric.\u003cbr\u003eMeasurements can also vary - make it bigger, smaller or rectangular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quick quilted project perfect to gift to a little one. I used beautifully very fine cotton that wraps and cuddles gently. Change the size and fabric and it may be a warm wrap for the elderly, a comfort cuddle for a toddler or a portable play rug.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey Quilts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47080493973673,"sku":"SGZ-BBW","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/Quilt_Patternz_FP_Baby_Wrap.png?v=1779334569"},{"product_id":"party-chainz-free-textiles-pattern","title":"Party Chainz","description":"\u003cp\u003eI love using up tiny scraps of fabrics that would be otherwise destined for the bin. I adore the freedom of machine quilting with feed dogs down. Here I combine both interests to make multipurpose ‘quilt sandwiches’ destined for decorating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter stitching these sandwiches they are cut into rectangles, edged with yarn, then linked together to make an heirloom version of paper chains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurely a good reason for a party?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey Quilts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47080494301353,"sku":"SGZ-PTC","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/Party_Chainz_FP.png?v=1779334570"},{"product_id":"waggaz-free-quilt-pattern","title":"Waggaz","description":"\u003cp\u003eHistorically, Waggaz are Australia’s most basic utilitarian quilts. Simply constructed using available materials such as hessian bags, old clothes and tailors’ samples, they were made by thrifty folk with a need to keep warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the use of feed sacks in America, Waggas are the Australian version of domestic ‘economy’ where men and women of urban and rural Australia set to, to make do. Not many Waggaz survive as they tend to be used until threadbare. From warming quilts many have ended up as dog blankets or packing sheets - they were used until they were no longer useful!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere I introduce you to a contemporary recipe to make your own Wagga. Ideally you will use what fabric you have on hand, perhaps using upholstery samples as I have?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI encourage and applaud your thrift!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey Quilts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47080494334121,"sku":"SGZ-WGZ","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/Waggaz_Freebiez_FP.jpg?v=1778556230"},{"product_id":"supermarket-bags-free-bag-making-pattern-for-the-supermarket","title":"Feature Block Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eMultitudes of uses abound for this bag and it is a great one to make in multiples. The base defined by two simple seams and the bag is unlined and overlocked to make it quick. French seams would also make it a very sturdy alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handles, are made of one fabric folded in three and are securely stitched down the front and back of the bag then top stitched onto the top edge – they are very secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two blocks were appliqued on at fun angles. I used embroidery floss, a large running stitch and button eyes to brighten up our fishy time at the market.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey Quilts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47083372183721,"sku":"SGZ-SMB","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/supermarketbagspic1.jpg?v=1778672521"},{"product_id":"farmers-market-free-bag-making-pattern-for-a-farmers-market","title":"Grocery Store Bags","description":"\u003cp\u003eDesigned to sit snuggly in the supermarket trolley and then move easily to the car, this bag is strong enough to handle those big juice bottles yet protective of your delicate egg cartons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI’ve pieced the feature blocks into the front and back of the bag, then sandwiched, quilted and lined it. The handles extend into the base for added strength whilst the base itself is reinforced and made stable by a removable piece of templastic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey Quilts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47083372216489,"sku":"SGZ-FMB","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/farmersmarketrecipezpic1.jpg?v=1778672485"},{"product_id":"special-advent-bundle","title":"3 PATTERNS | Xmas Treez and Spikey Starz with a bonus Advent Calender - PDF Bundle","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring a little handmade magic to Christmas with this bundle of three festive quilt patterns: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/products\/xmas-treez\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"A look at the Xmas Treez Original Pattern\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eXmas Treez\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/products\/spikey_starz\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Take a look at the original Spikey Stars pattern page\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eSpikey Starz \u003c\/a\u003eand an Advent Calendar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three patterns have been combined into one downloadable PDF, keeping everything handily together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Xmas Treez and Spikey Starz patterns include everything you need to create the quirky, decorated trees and stand-out stars, with clear fabric requirements and cutting instructions. The Advent Calendar includes the same clear instructions and information to guide you (to jingle) all the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may wish to make the Advent Calendar first, before tackling the full-sized quilts, if you need a little nudge of confidence. You’ll get the chance to perfect your Xmas Treez and Spikey Starz. Happily, you’ll find the cutting and stitching-back-together techniques leave plenty of room for personalisation (happy mistakes!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might prefer a more traditional colour palette. Think fir trees with red and gold decorations, or have the stars shining in yellow with a lovely night-sky background. If you’re daring, use your own bright, non-traditional colours to keep things fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for adding a handmade touch to your Christmas celebrations, these pieces are made to bring out year after year and make the countdown to Christmas part of the tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSadly for us at this shop, the Spikey Starz quilt was already given as someone’s special gift, so we don’t have any close-ups to show you more. If only we could remember which friend or family member it was... stay tuned!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a digital PDF quilt pattern. No physical product will be shipped. Choccies and lollies are not supplied!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stargazey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47319180673193,"sku":"SGZ-ADVB","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/files\/xmastreezFP.jpg?v=1786529429"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/9077\/0857\/collections\/waggaz_Freebiez_pic5.jpg?v=1779962766","url":"https:\/\/shop.stargazey.com\/collections\/samplers.oembed","provider":"Stargazey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}