Today is finally the day!
For the past several weeks, an incredibly talented group of designers has been quietly creating projects with my newest Benartex fabric collection, Winter Haven. Today I’m thrilled to share them with you as we kick off our annual Winter Haven Project Hop!
One of my favorite parts of designing fabric is seeing what happens after it leaves my studio. Every maker notices something different. One person sees a cozy holiday quilt. Another imagines a beautiful table runner, a practical tote bag, or even a gift you’ll use year after year.
That’s exactly what this hop is about.
If you’ve ever wondered just how many different ways one fabric collection can be used, you’re in the right place.
If you’re new here, a project hop is a week-long (or in this case, slightly longer!) celebration where different makers share projects made with the same fabric collection. It’s always one of my favorite things to see—because every maker brings a completely different perspective to the fabric.
About Winter Haven
Winter Haven was inspired by the quiet magic of winter.
It’s the peaceful hush after a fresh snowfall. Deer wandering through the trees. Tiny mushrooms tucked beneath evergreen branches. Warm mugs of tea. Handmade gifts wrapped with care. The slower pace that invites us to gather around a sewing machine and create something meaningful.
The collection combines rich woodland greens, soft neutrals, berry reds, warm golds, icy blues, and cozy textures that feel equally at home in holiday projects or quilts you’ll enjoy all winter long.
Whether you’re making something festive or something timeless, I hope these fabrics inspire you to slow down and savor the season.
Meet the Makers
Each maker has created something unique—from quilts to bags—and every project highlights a different side of the Winter Haven fabrics.
Make sure to visit their posts to see all the details and the beautiful ways they used the collection.
Katie Mae Quilts
Oh What Fun! Mini Quilt
Katie kicks things off with a cheerful holiday mini quilt that uses her scrappy alphabet to spell out a festive greeting. It’s playful, modern, and the perfect way to welcome the season.
Rachel Rossi Design
Understory
Inspired by the woodland floor beneath towering evergreens, Understory celebrates the little details that often go unnoticed—ferns, mushrooms, and the quiet beauty hidden beneath the trees.
This quilt is actually based on a block of the month, but I’m calling it a “bit” of the month – just enough to keep you busy and your quilt progressing over 9 months!
Bre T Quilt Designs
Quilted Casserole Hot Pad
One of my favorite things about this hop is seeing projects beyond quilts. Bre created a beautiful quilted casserole carrier that’s as practical as it is pretty—perfect for holiday gatherings and homemade gifts.
Everyday Quilts
Windy City Quilt
A modern quilt that lets the Winter Haven fabrics shine with bold movement and clean lines.
Everyday Stitches is giving away a copy of this pattern AND the templates you need to make it – make sure to enter all week long for more chances to win!
Rachel Rossi Design
Near & Deer
If there was ever a quilt made specifically for Winter Haven, this might be it. Featuring woodland deer framed by pieced evergreens, it’s become one of my favorite quilts I’ve ever designed.
Create with Claudia
Festive Table Runner
Claudia proves that you don’t need to make an entire quilt to enjoy a new fabric collection. Her elegant table runner brings Winter Haven right to the center of your holiday table.
Sew Cute and Quirky
Tabitha Tote
Holiday sewing isn’t just about decorations! Brianna’s roomy Tabitha Tote is perfect for carrying gifts, projects, or even organizing wrapping supplies all season long.
Rachel Rossi Design
Merry Mixer
A playful holiday quilt full of cheerful movement that’s just as fun to sew as it is to display every December.
Shadow Valley Quilts
Northern Glow
Lisa transformed her beautiful Northern Glow pattern into a stunning holiday table topper. The geometric design pairs beautifully with Winter Haven’s woodland prints.
Slightly Biased Quilts
Starlit Night
A beautiful quilt inspired by winter skies and sparkling stars—proof that Winter Haven isn’t just for holiday sewing.
🎉 Giveaway Details
The project hop is now over, but make sure to subscribe for updates and you’ll be the first to know when the next project hop begins and all of the wonderful things you can win!
We’re celebrating the Winter Haven Project Hop with multiple winners!
Prizes include:
- 🎁 A Winter Haven fabric bundle from Benartex
- PDF patterns donated by participating designers
- Multiple Rachel Rossi patterns
How to Enter
✔ Follow the participating makers on Instagram
✔ Like and comment on any Winter Haven Project Hop post
✔ Tag friends for additional entries (each tag counts!)
✔ Share your favorite hop posts for bonus entries
The giveaway is open throughout the entire hop, and winners will be announced after July 30.
Follow the Hop
Click on the links below to go straight to the maker’s Instagram pages and make sure to follow them!
✨DesignsbyRR
✨BreTQuiltDesigns
✨Katiemaequilts
✨Createwithclaudia
✨Briannaroberts71
✨Shadowvalleryquilts
✨Slightlybiasedquilts
✨Everydaystitches
✨Benartex_Fabrics
I Hope You Leave Inspired
Whether Winter Haven inspires your next quilt, a holiday gift, a table runner, or something completely unexpected, I hope these projects remind you that there’s no single “right” way to use a fabric collection.
Thank you to every designer who shared their time and creativity to make this hop possible, and thank you for following along.
Now grab a cup of iced coffee (because it’s just too hot right now), click through the projects, and enjoy a little winter inspiration.
Happy hopping! ❄️
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