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Unleash your creativity and unroll the fun on National Sew a Jelly Roll Day on September 21! It's the perfect day for quilt enthusiasts and lovers of all things crafty to indulge in their passion. The event started as a creative movement by Moda Fabrics as a way to celebrate and use their pre-cut fabric strips known as 'jelly rolls'. The idea quickly caught on and has been all the rage in the crafting world ever since. It's a special palette of fun and colors waiting to be woven together by those who value the comfort and craftsmanship of homemade textiles. So, ready your needles and threads, and let's get stitching!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1856</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Birth of Patchwork Quilting</div><div class='timeline-text'>This year marks the beginning of American patchwork quilting, the technique which later extended to using 'jelly rolls' for quilt making.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Rotary Cutters</div><div class='timeline-text'>The use of rotary cutters in fabric cutting increased, paving the way for pre-cut fabric strips to become a popular choice in quilt making.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1983</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Olfa Rotary Cutters</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first manufacturer, Olfa, released rotary cutters specifically for fabric cutting. This innovation was instrumental in creating standard sizes for 'jelly rolls'.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Moda's Jelly Rolls</div><div class='timeline-text'>Moda Fabrics introduced 'jelly rolls', specifically pre-cut fabric strips for quilting, revolutionizing the process for quilters.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Sew a Jelly Roll Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Moda Fabrics initiated the National Sew a Jelly Roll Day, inspiring quilters to use 'jelly rolls' and sparking creativity in fabric craft.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Create a jelly roll quilt</h3><p class='facts-text'>Use the strips to make a charming quilt. This can be a great project to start if you're a beginner at quilting as the strips are pre-cut and ready to be sewn together.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a sewing party</h3><p class='facts-text'>Invite your sewing-savvy friends over for a day of stitching and chatting. You can all bring your jelly rolls and share ideas on different patterns and designs.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Donate your creation</h3><p class='facts-text'>Make a quilt or other textile item and donate it to a local charity. This could be a homeless shelter or an organization that provides handmade blankets to children in need.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Teach a sewing class</h3><p class='facts-text'>Share your love of sewing with others by teaching a class at your local community center. Introduce others to the joy of sewing and the simplicity of using jelly rolls.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Start a sewing blog</h3><p class='facts-text'>Share your passion for sewing with the world by starting a blog. This can document your journey of making a quilt with jelly rolls and provide valuable tips and techniques to others interested in the craft.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates creativity and craftsmanship</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Sew a Jelly Roll Day is all about expressing our creative selves through the vibrant colors and patterns of jelly rolls. It gives us an opportunity to appreciate the skill and craftsmanship that goes into making quilts and other textile-based crafts, offering a sense of accomplishment with the creation of each new design.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings people together </h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether it's through hosting sewing parties, teaching a sewing class, or sharing our work online through a blog, National Sew a Jelly Roll Day brings craft-loving individuals together. It's a wonderful way to share ideas and techniques, learn from each other and form connections based on a shared passion for sewing.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It supports worthwhile causes</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This day provides an opportunity to give back to our communities by donating our quilting creations to local charities. It's a beautiful way to spread love and warmth while celebrating our craft, making National Sew a Jelly Roll Day not just a day of creativity, but also one of generosity and kindness.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Jelly Roll's Size is Standardized</h3><p class='facts-content'>A jelly roll is a pre-cut collection of fabric that usually contains about 40 strips, each measuring 2.5 inches by 44 inches. This standard size facilitates quick and efficient quilt-making.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>They are Named After a Dessert</h3><p class='facts-content'>The term 'jelly roll' comes from a traditional dessert which is a cake rolled up with jelly filling. The rolls of fabric look similar to these dessert rolls hence, the name.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Jelly Roll Race Quilts are a Thing</h3><p class='facts-content'>In the quilting community, a popular activity is the 'Jelly Roll Race', in which quilters compete to see who can sew a quilt fastest using just one jelly roll.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>They Reduce Fabric Waste</h3><p class='facts-content'>As jelly rolls use up almost every bit of the fabric, they help reduce wastage that can occur when quilters cut their strips.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Most Jelly Rolls Use Fabric from a Single Collection</h3><p class='facts-content'>A typical jelly roll usually includes fabric from a single designer or collection. Matching fabrics together has never been easier!</p></div></div>
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