Karen Brow's
Java House Quilts
2412 Majano Pl.
Carlsbad, CA 92009

"Shell Shelters"    New!

Create these wonderful turtles with zipper-opened bellies to hold sewing notions, a child's treasures or to even pack jewelry for travel. A great gift project it includes 10", 12" and 14" sizes. Embellishment options shown.

"We're On A Bigger Roll"    New!

This updated version of a classic JHQ pattern features a larger wall handing with multiple blocks. Make your powder room the topic of conversation....

Zoo It Yourself    New!

Complete BOM Pattern Set for 57" x 63" applique'd quilt. The 7-pattern set includes full-size images and complete, step-by-step instructions. (Some patterns cover more than one block.) Available as set only-- sorry no individual pattern orders.

"Bull Terrier" (single pattern now available)

The Bull Terrier is month 5 of our "Moochas Poochas BOM." NOW YOU CAN BUY HIM HERE AS A SINGLE BLOCK. Use the pattern to create a wall handing or pillow commemorating this playful breed.

"Cat Acatemy" (BOM 8-pattern set)

This block-of-the-month is an eight-pattern set just loaded with charm and detail. The cats have companions from butterflies to frogs or grasshoppers and strike a playful cat-like pose. The unique border features hopping mice and a little guy called "Gizmo."

"Chihuahuas" (single pattern now available)

The Chihuahuas are month 1 of our "Moochas Poochas BOM." BUT YOU CAN PURCHASE NOW AS A SINGLE PATTERN. Use the dogs to create a wall handing or pillow commemorating this popular breed.

"Dachshunds" (single pattern now available)

The Dachshunds are month 9 of our "Moochas Poochas BOM." NEW! YOU CAN NOW BUY THEM HERE AS A SINGLE BLOCK. Use the pattern to create a wall handing or pillow commemorating your favorite pooch.

"Dobermans" (single pattern now available)

The Dobermanss are month 3 of our "Moochas Poochas BOM." NOW YOU CAN BUY THEM HERE AS A SINGLE BLOCK. Use the pattern to create a wall handing or pillow commemorating your favorite pooch.

"Does It Bite?"

28" x 22" Wall Quilt
Does WHO bite? This cuddly bear and friendly fish will add delight to any child's room. Beautiful applique and unique borders are lovely in bright pastels.

"Forest Galorest"

6-pattern BOM set for 65" appliqued quilt. Each month create either three center blocks, (smaller creatures) or larger animals on the borders. Month four has the setting blocks, borders and squirrels with branches.

"Frogfolio"

10"-High Seated Frog with Lilly 'Pad-Folio'

Whatever you need to organize or hold this fellow is "hop to" the job. Sewing tools, the TV remote, bath products--anything you need to keep close at hand or cleverly displayed. Make one for yourself and someone you REALLY like....

"Infrognito"

48" x 56' Lap Quilt
Our delightful frog blocks are traditionally-pieced with a few tricks to save time-- like special instructions for eyes, drawn on fabric with textile markers and fused! Our applique frog can be fused or appliqued with any technique as he tries to hide among friends. The color scheme of "mango's, butter-yellow's and crazy frog prints" makes a palate pleasing for adults and children alike.

"Koiful Consideration"

20" round or 12" x 38" runner
Elegant Koi swim gracefully in these two table-pleasing pieces. Combine applique and piecing to create either topper. The soft colors and lovely details compliment any casual or formal table setting.

"Labrador" (single pattern available now)

The Lab (or retriever) is month 7 of our "Moochas Poochas BOM." BUT NOW YOU CAN BUY her AS A SINGLE PATTRN, (both blocks included....) Use the pattern to create a wall handing or customize a lap quilt. (The back of this dog is in pattern 6 "Spaniel" -- we will e-mail you this piece by request, if you need it.)

"Muchas Poochas"

48" x 60" lap quilt
A nine-pattern, bock-of-the-month applique' project. The twelve blocks and the leashed border are all included in the nine-pattern set. Shown created with batiks, dive into your stash and see what "speaks" to you....