Make the countdown to Christmas even more magical with the 12 Days of Christmas Countdown Calendar by Shabby Fabrics! This project features Nancy Halvorsen’s 12 Days of Christmas collection for Benartex, where a festive panel brings the renowned carol to life while dimensional patchwork pockets numbered 1 through 12 create an interactive countdown around the border. Simply move the little star from pocket to pocket as the big day approaches! With simple piecing, conveniently pre-fused laser-cut appliqué, and clever use of a panel, this heartwarming project is approachable for all skill levels and sure to become a treasured family tradition for years to come. Quilt finishes approximately 41.5" x 47.5".
Learn how to make this fun Christmas quilt with Tammy in the tutorial below!
Kit Includes:
- Pattern
- All Fabrics for Top, including
- Panel
- Dimensional Pockets
- Borders
- Binding
- Pre-Fused Laser Cut Appliqué Numbers
- Laser Cut Star
Don't forget to add on the perfect coordinated Backing below!
Products Used:
12 Days of Christmas Countdown Calendar Kit Backing - Perfectly coordinated backing to complete your project. Measures 2.875 yards of 43"/44" fabric.
Creative Grids 2.5" x 24.5" Quilt Ruler - Very handy for measuring and cutting long strips of fabric.
Creative Grids 2.5" x 12.5" Quilt Ruler - Perfect for medium-length cuts and measurements.
Creative Grids Self-Healing Rotary Cutting Mat - 14" x 14" - Perfect for working with any of the Creative Grids Tools and Rulers.
Schmetz Topstitch Needles - Size 80/12 - 5 Count - Perfect size needle for machine stitching your quilt.
Aurifil Color Builder 3 Piece Set - Carrara - Black/White - High-quality cotton thread for stitching.
Guidelines Seam Guides 1/2" x 2" - 6 Count - Very helpful for making your 1/4" seam measurements more accurate.
Clover Wonder Clips - Assorted Colors - 50 Count - Perfect for holding fabrics in place without pinning.
Clover Patchwork Pins Extra Fine 100 Count - Great for precise pinning when piecing.
Clover Magnetic Pin Caddy - Extremely helpful for storing your pins securely.
Clover Seam Ripper - Great for "un-sewing" seams.
Olfa Splash 45mm Rotary Cutter - Very useful for quick and accurate fabric cuts.
Olfa 45mm Replacement Blades - Always have fresh blades ready when starting a new project.
Karen Kay Buckley Perfect Scissors - 4" - Perfect for cutting oddly-shaped or small fabric pieces.
Wool Pressing Mat - 14" x 14" - Extremely useful as a portable pressing surface.
Cordless Stainless Steel Quilting Iron - Excellent for portable pressing.