June 1 – July 31, 2026
Each issue of the All Michigan Shop Hop™ Magazine features several patterns by talented designers. Bonus patterns are also available in the free downloads area of our website. Fill out the form and bookmark the page for easy access.
We do our best to get the bonus patterns posted shortly after the magazine goes on sale each year. Sometimes it takes a little extra time if corrections are needed during the proofing process. All patterns should be posted by the start of the Shop Hop.
The Legend LivesTimothy Payne – Quilters Haven Designs
Timothy is a photographer and graphic designer who co-founded Quilters Haven & Unique Michigan Gifts in South Haven, Michigan, in 2020. Initially focused on photography, home décor, and souvenirs, he began exploring quilt design after customer interest revealed a new niche. This led to the creation of Quilters Haven Designs. Timothy has designed two Petoskey Stone fabrics, a Morel Mushroom fabric, and multiple quilts featured in statewide shop hops. “In this art form, I can be both explorer and storyteller – charting new ideas one pattern at a time.” Timothy said, “Life is good…but more often it is great!”
Michigan BeautyJennifer Fulton – Inquiring Quilter
Jennifer is an author, teacher, and quilt pattern designer. She is also a former Island Batik Ambassador and now has three signature collections with them! Jennifer has been a quilter for over 27 years. Her style is a blend of modern and traditional, and her favorite color is purple. Jennifer is extremely curious and asks lots of questions – naming her business the Inquiring Quilter. As a teacher, Jennifer creates a unique student experience utilizing her experience, curiosity, and sense of fun in the classroom.
Michigan: Heart of the Great LakesLucy Blum – Lucy Blum Quilts
Lucy’s lifelong love of sewing, sparked by her mother and grandmother, blossomed into a quilting journey in 2016. She is now a vibrant part of the quilting community as a skilled instructor, pattern designer, and tech editor. Deeply involved in local groups, she enjoys teaching new techniques and creating charity quilts. Her favorite moments are selecting fabrics and piecing them together. When not quilting, she loves to travel and camp with her husband and four dogs. Visit www.LucyBlumQuilts.com and follow @lucyblumquilts on Instagram to see more of her work.
Water WonderlandJulie Hale – Bits ‘n Pieces
Julia learned to sew at an early age alongside her mother and her vintage Singer sewing machine. She taught Julia this invaluable skill, which led them to make clothes and curtains before they caught the Bicentennial “quilting bug” in the late 1970s. In the early 1980s, they opened their quilt shop, Bits ‘n Pieces, eventually becoming the oldest Bernina dealer in Michigan. Infatuated with creating quilts, Julia began writing and selling commercial quilt patterns in 1997, and over 40 years later, quilting still brings her daily creativity and joy.
Bluewater BeaconsEmily Lauren – Hartland Quilt Shop
Emily sewed her first project with her dad 34 years ago and has been sewing ever since. With the continued encouragement and support from her family, especially her grandma, she has been able to develop a deep love and appreciation of all needle arts.
Simply SaxeSara Guerrero – Our Crafty Life
Sara has found her passion through fabric and EQ8, designing more than 150 quilt patterns. She especially enjoys cutting fabric and playing with small prints in soft and bold colors to create unique blocks. Her patterns have been published in several fabric company catalogs and magazines. Sara was thrilled to have two of her quilt pattern samples, made with Island Batiks fabrics, displayed at Fall Quilt Market 2025.
Shining on Michigan’s ShoresDavid and Marguerite Schrader
After retiring from careers in R&D in the chemical industry, the Schraders took up quilting as a creative outlet. Marguerite developed expertise in EQ8 for quilt design, CREATIVATE for embroidery digitizing, and teaches classes for both. David found a love in using color theory to enhance his quilt designs. He teaches classes in color theory and artistic techniques. During the spring, summer, and fall, the Schraders are finding their next quilting inspiration in Michigan’s great outdoors.
