Asian Fabric Magazine Cover

Yeah!!! The cover of the next Asian Fabric Magazine (mid-May) is done and it is super!! Hope you like it as much as we do!!

Back to Blogging and Asian Fabric Magazine

Have been negligent in posting on the Kona Bay Fabrics blog as I have been Facebooking and Twittering as I try to be multi-talented with the different social networks. Just not sure how so many of you successfully manage all of your social networks and still have time to do all the things you do in life. My hat is off to you!!!

The upcoming issue of our Asian Fabric Magazine is coming along nicely and it is scheduled to be released in time for the upcoming Spring Quilt Market in Minneapolis, MN.

This next issue is going to have a FREE BONUS included!!

Our next issue will have the Kona Bay Fabrics Catalog showcasing many of our newest fabrics -- both Asian designs and non-Asian cotton fabrics. It is going to be one thick issue and I hope the post office people won't be angry with us.

You can purchase Asian Fabric Magazine at your local quilt shop or you may also subscribe on the Kona Bay Fabrics web site at http://www.konabay.com

The next issue will also have its super assortment of projects (at least 14), recipes, travel article and other features.

If you want to join the fun on our Kona Bay Facebook Fan Page, then toodle over and join us at http://tinyurl.com/konabayfabrics

Hope everyone having a super Spring with lots of great quilting and sewing!!

Mahalo and Aloha!!!

Asian Fabric Magazine Available Now!

Come February 14, millions around the world will welcome in the 2010 Chinese Year of the Tiger. Tigers are known for their multi-faceted characteristics and remarkable beauty.
Asian Fabric magazine, the latest issue number 18 just out and on the stands of your local quilt shop, shares many qualities of the Tiger. Over five years ago now, it leapt out of nowhere, surprising Asian fabric enthusiasts with its beauty and strength of purpose.

The cover of this latest issue pays honor to the Tiger, showcasing Kona Bay’s Year of the Tiger fabric from the Asa Collection. Inside, is where the real fun begins, though. Georgie Gerl, nationally acclaimed award winning quilter and Asian Fabric’s Quilt Designer and Editor, has once again created a stunning array of unique projects and thoughtful patterns that will carry you into Spring.

In addition, we have four guest contributors whose patterns you will love. Lidia Froehler, of Canada, offers a lovely table runner you can make up quickly for that last minute gift. Cary FlaniCome February 14, millions around the world will welcome in the 2010 Chinese Year of the Tiger. Tigers are known for their multi-faceted characteristics and remarkable beauty.
Asian Fabric magazine, the latest issue number 18 just out and on the stands of your local quilt shop, shares many qualities of the Tiger. Over five years ago now, it leapt out of nowhere, surprising Asian fabric enthusiasts with its beauty and strength of purpose.

The cover of this latest issue pays honor to the Tiger, showcasing Kona Bay’s Year of the Tiger fabric from the Asa Collection. Inside, is where the real fun begins, though. Georgie Gerl, nationally acclaimed award winning quilter and Asian Fabric’s Quilt Designer and Editor, has once again created a stunning array of unique projects and thoughtful patterns that will carry you into Spring.

In addition, we have four guest contributors whose patterns you will love. Lidia Froehler, of Canada, offers a lovely table runner you can make up quickly for that last minute gift. Cary Flanigan showcases the artful Japanese technique of asymmetry to produce a striking wall quilt with regal gold accents.

Delightful little handbags by Elayne West show you a fun way to recycle those old ties hanging in the closet. Make up one to cover every occasion! And last but not least, Lacey Hill is back with another visual wonder using a large scale appliquéd Japanese Heraldry Wisteria Crest.

For the second time, Kona Bay Fabrics has included a special bonus section to give you an up close and personal showing of our latest and greatest new fabric releases. You’ll be awed and inspired by twenty pages of gorgeous fabric swatch images. Use them to plan your next quilt and show your favorite quilt shop just what you need.

Issue 17, which included the first bonus catalog, sold out quickly—don’t delay in getting a copy of Issue 18. There should be one waiting for you at your local quilt shop or visit www.konabay.com to subscribe today!

Kona Bay Releases Yuko Collection

Kona Bay continuing to roll out new designs for the year. Next up is a superb Asian floral print from the YUKO COLLECTION. Here's the black colorway. Enjoy and hope you like. Mahalo!!

Japan Quilt Grand Prix Winners Announced

Just posted on the Kona Bay Fabrics Facebook fan page the link to see the winners of the recently held Japan Quilt Grand Prix. Amazing quilts and bags. Please sign up as Kona Bay Facebook Fan while you're there. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Redmond-WA/Kona-Bay-Fabrics-Seattle-Bay-Fabrics-and-Asian-Fabric-Magazine/106593046936?ref=ts

Going Green and having fun with Kona Bay Eco Bags!!

Kona Bay's first Eco bag made with recycled materials was a very big success and we are on our third shipment already to keep up with the demand.

Our Koi Bag has been a big success with our customers and is available now at your favorite local independent quilt shop.

Now comes the next Kona Bay Eco Bag and we hope everyone will enjoy this bag as well!! This new bag features the famed Japanese cats.

The Kona Bay web site has both of these items available for your review.

http://konabay.com

Renowned Australian Pattern Designer Joins the Kona Bay Fabrics Family

I have exciting news! Leesa Chandler is well known throughout Australia and beyond as a premier pattern designer. Kona Bay Fabrics is now the exclusive US distributor of several of her most popular patterns. With over 50 exquisite designs and patterns to her name, she is a sought after teacher throughout Australia. We're looking forward to bringing her expertise to our customers.

When not on the road, Leesa is busy at her studio in Melbourne creating patterns for quilts, wall hangings and her exquisite designer handbags. She started her first handcraft business at the enthusiatic age of 14 and made her first quilt at 18.

She sources her inspiration from different cultures and their landscapes, flora, customs and architecture. Leesa loves teaching and sharing her obsession with rich Oriental design influences. Her patterns are well written and easy to follow.

One of the patterns Kona Bay will release first is shown here. The Eastern Tote teaches a three dimensional technique that you’ll love. You’ll find many uses for this technique in your future projects. This stylish bag would make the perfect gift for that special someone on your holiday gift list.

Summer Palace 98” x 74” (right) offers the same dramatic influence of the windows in a Beijing Palace that provided the inspiration. The remaining two, Emperors Stonework 83” x 83” and Imperial Windows 72” x 72”, are equally delightful.

The four patterns by Leesa offer proven success. We are proud to be the distributor of these unique patterns whose artful use of Asian fabrics is renowned in Australia. Inquire at your favorite local quilt shop. Tell ‘em Doug at Kona Bay Fabrics sent you!

As a special bonus, we’ll be featuring a new bag design by Leesa in the upcoming issue of Asian Fabric due out the first of the year. There is still time to subscribe! Visit www.konabay.com to subscribe today. Check out our latest fabric releases while you’re there. We have some gorgeous new designs rolling in over the next couple months so stop by often!