For two centuries, this mansion has been pulling a total "Sleeping Beauty"—windows dark, rooms sealed tight by time, memory, and a frankly impressive amount of dust. But this Halloween, as the veil between worlds gets paper-thin, we’re kicking the door wide open.

Inside, eight rooms are waiting. They aren’t just "dusty"; they’re unforgettable. And they’ve got some serious tea to spill—through fabric, thread, and a little bit of new school imagination.

The New School of "Stitchy" Business

Remember the Nocturnal Soul Stitchery QAL from 2025? (Shoutout to  Maggie Reno of Snug and Stitch and Michelle Corless of Compass and Wildflower !) Well, that creative fire has been forged into something brand new.

The original crew—plus some exciting new voices—have established New School Quiltery. We’re back with a brand new quilt along with a mysterious mansion, but our heart is the same: we’re all about community, storytelling, and refusing to sew anything "safe" or "boring."

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What on Earth is "The Forgotten Rooms" QAL?

This isn’t your basic, pumpkin-spice-and-everything-nice quilting project. The Forgotten Rooms is a story-driven experience. It’s part mystery, part fabric obsession, and 100% immersive.

• The Blueprint: You’ll sew your way through eight blocks, each one a room in our long-forgotten mansion.

• The Twist: Each block you finish unlocks a new chapter of the story. You aren’t just making a quilt; you’re a creative detective piecing together a century-old secret, one stitch at a time.

• The Vibe: From whimsically weird to delightfully eerie, every design is crafted by a designer who thinks outside the traditional hoop.

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Why Join This Madcap Mansion Tour?

This isn’t just a seasonal project—it’s a world you step into. We’re blending craftsmanship with a narrative that would make a ghost blush.  With every original block, you’ll dive deeper into the lore of The Forgotten Rooms. It’s about discovering why creating something by hand still feels like actual magic (and maybe a little bit of mischief).

Get On the "Haunted" Waitlist

Don’t get left out in the cold (ghosts hate that). Join our waitlist to become a part of this mystery. You’ll be the first to:

• Snag Early Access: Sign-ups open May 30, 2026. Be there or be... well, square.

• Behind-the-Curtain Peeks: Get exclusive sneak peeks of the blocks and the story reveals.

• Fabric First-Looks: See the palettes before the rest of the world.

• Find Your Tribe: Join a community of story-loving quilters who keep the rebellious spirit of the Nocturnal Soul alive.

The story unfolds one room at a time... and trust us, you don't want to miss what's hiding under the floorboards.

 

 

 

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A heartfelt thank you to Riley Blake Designs for their support and their beautiful fabrics and to Amber Elliottof Alderwood Studio for her enchanting Apothecary fabric line, which brings the world of The Forgotten Rooms to life.

 

Camille Dromey of A Journey Sew Real, Angela Wall of Ollie Sara Designs, Nik Knott of Vogon Verse Quilts, Michelle Sanders of Bobbins and Unicorns, Andrea Foley-Braski of Fabric Foundry, and Katie Prudil of Perennial Crafts

These women make up the design collective called New School Quiltery.  Bringing you fun and innovative patterns and a supportive community of fellow quilters.