If you’re snowed in like so many of us right now, I’ve got a few cozy, creativity-boosting treats for you in this month’s newsletter.

First up is a free pattern from the wonderful Jen Carlton Bailly, guaranteed to warm your heart: a sweet pillow.

We’re also sharing a beautifully personal creative listen from Kaffe Fassett, whose life story is as vibrant as his color palette— And finally… we’re packing our bags for QuiltCon in Raleigh! Stop by the Oliso booth to try the latest tools hands-on, catch live morning interviews with Brandy from The Quilter on Fire Podcast, and meet an incredible lineup of makers—including a QuiltCon-style “blinged out” Oliso iron moment with Carolina Moore. Come say hello—we can’t wait to see you!

Michele Muska

Director of Community and Content

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We have a free pattern from Jen Carlton Bailly that is sure to warm your hearts!

Many of us are stuck inside with frigid, snowy weather, so feeling warm from the inside out is a plus.

Make this sweet pillow for yourself, a loved one, or a friend. You might even like to make several blocks for a table runner or just one for a mug rug.

Whatever you chose Jen is a master at teaching us to sew curves!

Click the link below to download the free pattern

Dreaming in Color

an autobiography - Kaffe Fassett

In this intimate autobiography, Kaffe shares rich, detailed stories about his lifelong creative journey.

Kaffe Fassett has led an extraordinary life and is a captivating storyteller with a vivid memory. He studied painting at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston before traveling to England, where he settled.

In England, Kaffe began designing knitwear for fashion magazines and many famous private clients; in the process, he revolutionized the world of handknitting with his explosive use of color. Further explorations led him to needlepoint, mosaics, rugmaking, tapestries, yarn and fabric design, costume and set design, and quilting. He continues to produce new work and to travel worldwide to teach and lecture.

A free audio version (with a trial) narrated by Kaffe is available on Amazon.

Kaffe Fassett Collection

If you haven’t already, meet the limited-edition Oliso x Kaffe collection—where high-performance pressing meets pure joy. Inspired by Kaffe’s unmistakable eye for color and pattern, this vibrant lineup brings bold energy to your ironing board. It’s the kind of design that makes you smile the moment you plug in.

Bring home the color, the craft, and the comfort of a beautifully elevated pressing station. Shop the Oliso x Kaffe collection today—before it’s gone

QuiltCon

We’re heading to QuiltCon in Raleigh, and we couldn’t be more excited to see you there. Stop by the Oliso booth to experience the latest from Oliso up close—touch it, try it, and put it to work. We’ve got a full lineup of free activities, inspiring conversations, and plenty of hands-on fun planned throughout the show.

Each morning, Brandy of The Quilter on Fire Podcast will be live at our booth, hosting interviews with some truly incredible voices in the quilting community. You’ll also want to catch Amy Barickman, who’ll be sharing insights from her new book Love You to Pieces—plus she’ll be giving away a special iron-on transfer you won’t want to miss.

And that’s not all. We’re thrilled to welcome

Stacey Lee - @staceleecreative

ShanKari Pavadee - @hellosewlsister

Vickeidy Plybon - @sewspicious

Jen Wagner - @snapdragonquilting

Minki Kim - @zeriano

Denyse Schmidt - @dsquilts

Leslie Jenison - @leslietuckerjenison

Vera Mosquera - @the vintagespool

And Carolina Moore, @craftmoore, who will be stopping by to share their creativity—including “blinging out” another Oliso iron, QuiltCon style ✨

Come say hello, get inspired, and see why Oliso belongs at the heart of your pressing station. We’ll see you at QuiltCon!

New Product

MultiMat, our 100% wool pressing mats, are now available in a money-saving two-pack. The mats can be quickly joined together for larger projects or used separately in space or for storage. They’re the perfect companion for the M3Project iron.

Where next?

Right after QuiltCon, we’re jumping over to the West Coast for the Sew & Stitchery Show.

Then back to the East Coast in April for the AQS Quilt Week in Connecticut.