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I have an awesome 25% off discount on the Die cut machine for you!

I'm so excited to partner with my friends at Crafter's Companion on the Gemini die cut machine. I have a 25% discount for you on a bundle of the Gemini machine + the build a block set of dies that I use the most. But wait.. there's more!

Besides the machine and build a block, there are 5 sets of dies on sale and they are 30% off! And you can get a discount on additional metal and plastic plates, plus a few other useful tools. 

Use the code PATJUNE at checkout at https://www.crafterscompanion.com/offers/pat-sloan-offers.html

My good friend Jennifer Tryon has done a whole series of videos on the dies that are on sale. She shows you how to cut AND sew with them all!

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Strip Dies

Cutting strips IS a MIRACLE!! SO clever.  Follow all of Jennifer's wonderful tips and you'll love this set of dies.

• Use the code PATJUNE at checkout at https://www.crafterscompanion.com/offers/pat-sloan-offers.html

Tumbler Dies

I've wanted to do a tumbler quilt, in like.. forever! When I found out I could die cut them perfectly I'm now IN!  I am going to be cutting out tumblers later this week and trying it out.

There are 4 sizes and I'd like to sew a few of each to see which size I want to do first. 

I need to decide on fabric.. mmmm... maybe a pretty lap quilt for my mom with my new fabric line Bonnie Lane? I told her I'd make her a quilt with it.  (it will be in shops in Sept, can't wait!)

• Use the code PATJUNE at checkout at https://www.crafterscompanion.com/offers/pat-sloan-offers.html

Dresden Plate Dies

Dresden plate quilts are so cool! Even just one block in a sampler is darling. 

Other uses for this die:

• The circle of the Dresden is also great for making yo-yos
• and if you want a dresden with multiple size blades this will do it!

Use the code PATJUNE at checkout at https://www.crafterscompanion.com/offers/pat-sloan-offers.html

Orange Peel Dies

Four different sizes.  Another of my favorite applique shapes.  Jen has great time saving tips on folding your fabric to cut as many as possible at once. She also does this block by sewing a thin pliable stablizer/Interfaceing and turning it, which folds under the edges. You'll love how she quilts at the same time she appliques down the peels. 

• Use the code PATJUNE at checkout at https://www.crafterscompanion.com/offers/pat-sloan-offers.html

Apple core Die

Jen shows us not only how to cut these but how to sew curves, it is really easy! More fabulous tips for sewing the rows. 

• Use the code PATJUNE at checkout at https://www.crafterscompanion.com/offers/pat-sloan-offers.html

Pat's Gemini Hack:

I found that 6 layers of card stock work perfectly in place of the plastic shim which tends to warp.  Doing this has made all the difference in easy of use.  Give it a try. 

• 6 pieces of cardstock this is the one I'm using then I put painter's tape on the 4 sides so the don't slide
• DOWNLOAD my zig zag table runner at https://blog.patsloan.com/quilt-day/
• I am using the 4.5" die cut from the Build a Block die box

Use the code PATJUNE at checkout at https://www.crafterscompanion.com/offers/pat-sloan-offers.html

SALE Details:

• Pick up dies you need, the amazing folding ruler, a new rotary cutter, extra metal shims or plastic plates!
• Ends June 30 at midnight pacific time
• Crafter's companion ships to UK, US, Europe.

Project updates and Giveway on my Fireside Chat today!

Happy June! I love the month of June... let's get chatting!

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NEXT BOOK Sew Alongs

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  • Witches Night Out - Fabric Options NOW Available!
  • Winter Wonderland - Kit NOW available!!

FABRIC

• Details on My New fabric 'Bonnie Lane'

* Sleigh Bell Sampler kit & block #1 https://blog.patsloan.com/2019/06/sew-along-update-winter-wonderland-and-witches-night-out.html

* Witches Night out starter bundle https://blog.patsloan.com/2019/06/sew-along-update-winter-wonderland-and-witches-night-out.html

* Alternate Halloween fabric Vintage Halloween http://shrsl.com/1npfz

* Book Stand http://shrsl.com/1i7jn

* Sew Sampler Needles http://shrsl.com/1npg2

* Orchard Fabric http://shrsl.com/1npg3

* Triangles on a roll http://shrsl.com/1npg4

* Fork pins http://shrsl.com/1npg5

* Rae Dunn https://amzn.to/31ykNQe

* Walker Shortbread https://amzn.to/2Xln168

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• Wave your Flag table runner http://shrsl.com/1nbjt
• Olfa Ruby Rotary Cutter http://shrsl.com/1h962
• Oh My Stars book https://amzn.to/2F0ujSB
• Star Cakes FREE pattern
• My Books http://shrsl.com/iq3o
• Triangle Trimmer https://amzn.to/2IbgzVU

The Other Goodies

• Aurifil blocks https://blog.patsloan.com/2019/06/the-free-june-aurifil-designer-of-the-month-block.html

• See the Baby lock Jubilant where there are all the specs and more videos. They have FREE Shipping
• My rolling office Assistant 

IMPORTANT Links

• Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/QuiltWithPatSloan/
• My furniture is Koala Studios http://mykoalastudio.com/

Prize is from Cheryl Lynch, visit her at  http://www.cheryllynchquilts.com/  thank you Cheryl! 

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My favorite quilt shop is Pieceful Quilting in East Northport N.Y. They carry beautiful fabric and have a wonderful staff! http://www.piecefulquilting.com/

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