Irish crafters may find it difficult to source Irish themed fabrics in the United States for cultural sewing projects. Here's a wonderful online store specializing in Irish themed fabrics.
I love patchwork quilts and I'm happy to say the craft of quilting is alive and well in Kentucky and throughout America.
The National Quilt Museum is in Paducah, Kentucky and on my list of places to visit someday.
I don't make quilts, but it's a skill I would love to learn. The vast size of my local quilting store is a testament to this enduring craft.
I always remember my granny's ragbag - a collection of clippings and scraps gathered over the years to make and mend patchwork quilts.
Fabric remnants were often purchased at rock bottom prices to add to her collection. She would have loved the Irish themed fabrics featured in today's post.
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Quilting In Ireland
Ireland, like America, has a long tradition of quilting. During the 18th century the skill of patchworking was introduced to Ireland by the English gentry.
Needlework skills were taught to those working in service. The craft was shared locally and spread from cottage to cottage and around the country.
Young girls learned needlework as security for the future and were expected to create some treasures for their 'bottom drawer' - a stash of sheets, blankets, towels and other household items saved in preparation for marriage. And for those who did not marry, needlework skills were an asset for entering service in one of Ireland's big houses.
Today's quilters no longer practice their craft out of sheer necessity, but create magnificent works of art to hand down through the generations.
Fraser St Fabrics
Update December 2018 - The online store Fraser St Fabrics is no longer operating, but these fabrics are still available on Etsy from Fabrics of Ireland.
For those interested in creating quilts with an Irish motif, Fraser St Fabrics is a wonderful resource. This company offers Irish themed fabrics suitable for quilting and patchwork. All fabrics are 100% cotton.

The fabrics are designed to help give people a connection back to Ireland, to the Irish culture and their heritage.

The fabrics can also be used to teach the next generation of Irish being born all over the world about the Irish culture.

There are currently three fabric ranges available.
The Irish Culture Range includes images of leprechauns, St. Brigid's Cross, Irish dancers, Gaelic footballers, hurlers and many more.

The Educational Range allows you create a book or wall hanging to help learn how to tell the time, identify colors and count, all in the Gaelic language.

Finally, there's a Celtic Knot Range in some beautiful colors.

There's something for everyone, with many more fabric designs on the way.
All fabrics can be purchased through the Fraser St Fabrics website, with worldwide shipping available.

Fraser St Fabrics also has a Facebook page with fabric updates, competitions and special offers, so be sure to 'Like' their page.
The Giveaway
Fraser St Fabrics has generously sponsored a giveaway for Irish American Mom’s readers.
One lucky quilter will win one fat quarter of each of the fabrics in the image below.

To enter our giveaway just leave a comment on this blog post by noon on Saturday, November 9th, 2013 at noon. You can leave any comment you wish. What you write does not affect your chances of winning.
If you need some inspiration, why not tell us if you quilt, sew, knit or enjoy any other craft.
A winning comment will be chosen randomly. Remember to leave your e-mail so that I can contact you should you win. E-mails won’t be published or shared, just used to contact our prizewinners.
I’ll announce the winners on Saturday November 9th, in a separate blog post. I’ll send an e-mail to the lucky entrant so we can connect for address exchange and mailing of the prize.
Best of luck to all our entrants and a big thank you to Fraser St Fabrics for sponsoring this giveaway.
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Thanks for following my recipes and ramblings.

Slán agus beannacht,
(Goodbye and blessings)
Mairéad -Irish American Mom
Pronunciation - slawn ah-gus ban-ock-th
Mairéad - rhymes with parade
P.S. Irish American Mom does not have a business relationship with Fraser St Fabrics, and received no remuneration for this post. Fraser St Fabrics graciously provided this prize free of charge.
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Ann Docherty
THESE ARE GORGEOUS!
Irish American Mom
I love them all, but I especially love the Celtic Knot range.
All the best,
Mairéad
Holly
I love to quilt. I grew up quilting and have been able to teach many friends how to quilt who weren't as fortunate to grow up learning it. I'm making an "Irish Chain" quilt right now. There is some question if the design actually came from there, but I love it either way. 🙂
Irish American Mom
Holly - How wonderful to be able to share your talent by teaching others. It is only as I have grown older that I have truly come to appreciate the simple handmade crafting skills I learned as a child. Best of luck finishing your "Irish Chain" quilt.
Take care,
Mairéad
Sandra
I'm not a quilter but my sister would LOVE these.
She's been a member of a quilting group for decades now.
Irish American Mom
Sandra - I bet your sister has a stash of crafting fabric pieces just like my granny did. These pieces would be a perfect addition to her collection.
All the best,
Mairéad
Amy Mapes
I would love to win the quilt material. Very cute.
Irish American Mom
Amy - These really are cute, and tastefully done. I was so happy to find this great Irish fabric resource.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Kathleen
Love this fabric! I am a quilter,and have yet to find a quilt shop while in Ireland,next trip I will!
Irish American Mom
Kathleen - I don't think you will find a shop solely dedicated to quilting in Ireland. Craft shops tend to stock knitting and crochet yarns and fabrics for curtains, dress making, and quilting. I was in heaven when I first discovered Michael's and Hobby Lobby in America. If you ever happen to find a quilting shop in Ireland, please let me know.
All the best,
Mairéad
Sue
Love the fabrics, I always do the St. Patrick's Day Fundraiser for our Art Center, the fabrics are inspiring me. It's never too early to plan for 2014!
Irish American Mom
Sue - I think these fabrics are a wonderful inspiration for crafters with a love of all things Irish. Wishing you every success as you plan your work for St. Paddy's Day 2014.
Take care,
Mairéad
Judy
Beautiful fabrics!
Irish American Mom
Hear! Hear! I couldn't agree more.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Kelly
Ooooo - love fabric, love Ireland, what a great combo!! I have been quilting for about 25 years. My mom and I make a quilt or wall hanging of some kind every summer when I go back home for my vacation. Great memories and wonderful future family treasures.
Irish American Mom
Kelly - What a wonderful family tradition you have. I'm sure you have created some amazing family heirlooms over the years with your Mom. Summer 2014 can be dedicated to an Irish themed project using these lovely fabrics.
All the best,
Mairéad
Linda Diamond
I love fabrics with Irish themes and patterns! These would be wonderful to use in a quilt I'd like to make. I hope I win!
Irish American Mom
Best of luck Linda, and thanks for entering this little giveaway.
Take care,
Mairéad
Mary Sullivan
I would love to win the fabric s I am designing some projects and they would fit in well. Thank you for sharing their site. I can't wait to have a peek.
Irish American Mom
Mary - I'm so glad to be able to introduce my readers to Fraser St Fabrics, and to support the owner who is filling a quilting market niche for Irish themed fabrics.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Shawn Marie Strait
I've never quilted, but have always wanted to start!
Irish American Mom
Shawn - Like you I have always wanted to start quilting. Someday I hope to create something to pass on to my children.
Take care and thanks for stopping by and entering our giveaway,
Mairéad
Cat McCormick
My grandmother use to quilt, I watched. The first quilt I made was 7 years ago for my mam. I was moving out of state and wanted her to know how much I would miss her. I told her every time she wrapped up in the quilt, imagine it was me wrapping my arms around her, that a quilt is a blanket of love. Recently my mam passed away and I now have the quilt, which has photo's all over it, memories of our lives together. The comfort it gives is 1000 fold! It really is a blanket of love!
Irish American Mom
Dear Cat - What a heart warming story. A quilt is "a blanket of love" - that is just beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing the history of your family quilt. I'm so sorry for your loss, but am happy to hear you still have the precious quilt you made for your mom to remind you of all the wonderful times you had together.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Aimee
These fabrics are so fun! I can't wait to browse through the whole site! My mom had me quilting blankets for myself since jr. high- nothing fancy, but they are some of my favorite blankets now! I've made one for almost all my kids and hope that as they get older I can get into some of the 'fancier' quilting. Off to browse a little now!
Irish American Mom
Aimee - How wonderful it is to have made a blanket for your children, to treasure as a family heirloom. It is something I would love to do someday too.
Take care,
Mairéad
Lorraine
Hi Aimee,
Congratulations on winning.
I'll get the fabric in the mail to you.
Regards
Lorraine
(Fraser St Fabrics)
Irish American Mom
Lorraine - Thank you so much for sponsoring this giveaway, and wishing you every success as you continue to grow your business.
Mairead
Aimee
Thanks so much! I'm excited to receive these fabrics and to hopefully purchase more from you in the future!
Irish American Mom
Congratulations Aimee, and thanks so much for participating in this giveaway.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Sandra D. Grafrath
Greetings Irish American Mom! Thank you so very much for this posting. I know nothing about quilting. My grandmother 100% hand sewed a couple of beautiful guilts. I wish I had inherited one. I do have a beautiful little vest she made me and a doll she hand sewed it's clothes. Learning to make an Irish themed quilt would be a great gift. One, in which I could share with you as I progress in its making and eventually I could pass it on to my niece and nephew!
Thanks again,
Sandra G. .
Irish American Mom
Sandra - You may not have one of your grandmother's quilts, but I'm so happy to hear you have a little vest and doll's clothes, that she handmade with love. If you get around to making an Irish themed quilt, please do keep me posted on your progress. Take pictures as you go. I would love to feature a guest post on your project.
Take care,
Mairéad
MARGIT O'BRIEN
Since I retired theme quilts have become a passion. Can't wait to brose through your stash. Thanks for sharing and looking forward to a shopping spree.
Irish American Mom
Happy quilting Margit. Shopping for fabrics must be great fun.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Renee G
These fabrics are great. They really are fun.
Irish American Mom
Renee - Fun is a good word to describe these fabrics.
All the best,
Mairéad
Melissa
Wow! These fabrics are lovely! I have two little Irish dancers that would love to see something made from your fabric in their bedrooms. Thanks for connecting me to Fraser St Fabrics!
Irish American Mom
Melissa - My little girl is an Irish dancer too. These fabrics are just perfect for making something special for an Irish dancer's bedroom.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Emily
These fabrics are gorgeous!
Irish American Mom
So true, Emily.
Take care,
Mairéad
Jenna O
Those fabrics look cool 😛 I´d love to have them 🙂
Irish American Mom
Jenna - Thanks so much for entering this giveaway,
All the best,
Mairéad
Bonnie Banters
I cherish items such as quilts with such special significance. I used to sew some outfits for myself, then enjoyed making clothes for my daughter when she was little. But I enjoyed crafts the most; and quilting would have been a craft I would've loved, particularly with these endearing fabrics!
Irish American Mom
Bonnie - These really are endearing fabrics. It sounds like you are a pretty talented seamstress.
All the best,
Mairéad
Rosemary Bogdan
This is my first time visiting your blog. Love it. My mother was of 100% Irish ancestry and my father just a little bit. So I'm able to call myself mostly Irish American, although the ancestors who actually came from Ireland are pretty distant. Great grandparents, etc.
I've never quilted but always wished I could. I would love to start. Perhaps it's time. Love these fabrics. If I win, perhaps it's a sign to get going on it. 🙂
Irish American Mom
Rosemary - I'm delighted you found my site and thank you so much for entering and supporting this giveaway. I always love to hear from readers and learn about their connections to Ireland.
All the best,
Mairéad
Courtney McManus
Love your blog! I'm just learning how to make quilts. I love all the fun fabrics.
Irish American Mom
Courtney - I'm so glad you enjoy my ramblings on my blog. Best of luck as you learn the art of quilting.
Mairéad
Molly Sanders
I would love to make a pillow out of any of these.
Irish American Mom
Molly - These fabrics would make adorable pillows. What a great suggestion.
Thanks for stopping by,
Mairéad
Kelsey Casey
I have never quilted, but I'm ready to give it a shot!
Irish American Mom
Love your spirit, Kelsey. Thanks for entering.
Best wishes,
Mairéad
Peggy Miller Hopes
Shame on me for not checking your site for a couple of days but good luck to those that did. The fabrics are gorgeous. I've not quilted before but have thought about learning how. I crochet and do a little cross-stitching.
Irish American Mom
Peggy - I'm so sorry you missed this little giveaway. Hopefully you'll get a chance to enter the next giveaway on Irish American Mom. Like you I crochet, but have never quilted. I find crocheting and knitting to be very relaxing.
All the best,
Mairéad