Tour taken April 10, 2026
If you’ve ever wished you could walk through a quilt shop and soak it all in, this is your invitation. We’re kicking off Tour de Chicks at Hen & Chicks Studio in Conrad, Iowa—a series of short video tours designed to inspire your next project and help you feel connected to our shop, no matter where you live.
Watch the kickoff video here:
https://youtu.be/nZ00UiNmxTQ
You can also explore past tours anytime:
https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/tour
Patriotic Quilting Inspiration Starts Here
In today’s video, we’re standing at our patriotic table, surrounded by Americana fabrics and project ideas perfect for summer sewing, holiday decorating, and Quilts of Valor projects.
One of the highlights is our red, white, and blue fat quarter bundles. These bundles are designed to work together—and if you purchase all three, there are no duplicates. That means more variety, more flexibility, and more creative possibilities for your quilts.
Whether you’re building your stash or finishing a meaningful quilt, these bundles make it easy to get started.
A Stunning Patriotic Quilt Kit
We also featured the Patriotic Milky Way Fabric Kit—a striking quilt that finishes at 52" x 66". This kit includes the fabric for the quilt top and binding, giving you a confident starting point for your project.
Find the kit here:
https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/shop/c/p/Patriotic-Milky-Way-Fabric-Kit-x100148532.htm
The pattern is found in the Stripology Mixology 2 book by GE Designs, which is a favorite for its efficient cutting techniques and bold designs:
https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/shop/c/p/Stripology-Mixology-2-Book-x53729065.htm
You’ll also need 3 yards of 44/45"-wide fabric or 1 2/3 yards of 108"-wide fabric for backing.
Tools & Notions That Make Quilting Easier
We always love sharing tools that make your quilting smoother and more enjoyable. In this video, we highlighted Quilty Clips from Riley Blake Designs—perfect for holding layers together while binding or piecing.
Independence Quilty Clips:
https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/shop/c/p/Independence-Quilty-Clips-Riley-Blake-Designs-x99642123.htm
Newest Quilty Clips arrivals:
https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/shop/c/p/Riley-Blake-Designs-Quilty-Clips-x100434798.htm
Seasonal Projects to Brighten Your Home
If you’re ready to decorate for the season, the Patriotic Festive Star Pillow is a quick and satisfying project that adds a cheerful touch to your home.
Kit:
https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/shop/c/p/Patriotic-Festive-Star-Pillow-Quilt-Kit-x88532172.htm
Pattern only:
https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/shop/c/p/Festive-Star-Pillow-Pattern-Sew-Lux-Fabric-x83564161.htm
We also shared the Sunday Brunch Simple Simon Table Runner Quilt Kit—perfect for adding a fresh, welcoming look to your table this spring and summer:
https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/shop/c/p/Sunday-Brunch-Simple-Simon-Table-Runner-Quilt-Kit-x90005309.htm
Beautiful Fabrics & Quilt Kits to Inspire You
We took a moment to highlight two gorgeous fabric collections by Renee Nanneman—Cottage Cloth and Rambling Rose. These collections offer timeless color palettes and prints that work beautifully in a variety of quilt patterns.
Explore Renee Nanneman fabrics:
https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/shop/Cotton-Fabric/Shop-By-Designer/Renee-Nannamen.htm
We also looked at several quilt kits that are ready to inspire your next project:
Clover & Dot Boxed Up Quilt Kit:
https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/shop/c/p/Clover-Dot-Boxed-Up-Quilt-Kit-x81114518.htm
Shoreline Sweet Escape Quilt Kit:
https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/shop/c/p/Shoreline-Sweet-Escape-2-Quilt-Kit-x81576871.htm
Lori Holt Baskets & Tulips Tabletopper Fabric Kit:
https://www.henandchicksstudio.com/shop/c/p/Lori-Holt-Baskets-Tulips-Tabletopper-Fabric-Kit-x87981636.htm
More Than a Quilt Shop Near You
If you’ve been searching for a quilt shop near me, we want you to know that Hen & Chicks Studio is more than just a place to buy fabric. Located in Conrad, Iowa, we are a destination for creativity, connection, and learning.
In addition to our full-service quilt shop, we offer two retreat centers—The Nest and The Coop—where quilters gather to spend uninterrupted time creating, sharing ideas, and finishing projects they love.
Whether you visit us in person or shop online, our goal is to help you feel inspired and supported in your quilting journey.
Let’s Stay Connected
We’d love to stay in touch and make sure you’re getting the information that matters most to you—whether that’s emails, text messages, or even a little something in the mail.
Take a moment to connect with us here:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/HeidiKaisand/LetsConnect
