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Jennifer Long

Hi Friends! I am so happy you are here. My name is Jennifer Long, and I am a Riley Blake Designs Fabric Designer, Quilt & Doll Pattern Writer, Machine Embroidery Digitizer, and online educator. I am also the founder of the Sew A Story Pattern Club and the Modern Rag Doll Membership. I am married and a mom to (4) pre-teens / teens and live on a little hobby farm in rural Prairie Canada. I grew up training to be a professional ballet dancer, and later studied Early Childhood Education. I taught ballet and ran my own dance studio all the while sewing and designing costumes for myself and many of my colleagues and students. I am passionate about all things FABRIC, imagination and design and am so blessed I can share this passion with others. This journey has inspired me to make a positive difference by designing dolls and quilt patterns and fabric for others to be EMPOWERED to sew themselves! I have designed dolls and quilts for individuals, organizations, companies, designers, authors of children’s books, and international companies for mass production. What I LOVE the most about creativity is finding INSPIRATION everywhere and, in turn, INSPIRING others to do the same! Thank you for joining me on this creative journey.

Make a Mushroom Pillow for Cozy, Imaginative Corners

by Jennifer Long of Sew A Story There’s something really magical about sewing for a child’s space. Whether it’s a cozy reading nook, a child’s bedroom, or a quiet corner for play, the Mushroom Pillow is one of those projects that helps transform a space into something imaginative and full of charm. This pattern includes […] Read more…

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Sew a Whimsical Elfin Hat for the Holiday

by Jennifer Long of Sew A Story There’s something so heartwarming about sewing for the holiday season. Whether it’s for a festive party, a Christmas Eve surprise, or just a little extra magic during winter break, the Elfin Meadow Hat is a playful project that brings holiday spirit to life in a handmade way. With […] Read more…

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Sew a Whimsical Petal Play Hat

by Jennifer Long of Sew A Story There’s something so special about making something playful and wearable for a child. This month’s project is the Petal Play Hat, inspired by storybook afternoons and imaginative dress-up. It’s a soft, quilted hat shaped like a blooming flower, complete with stitched leaves and a little stem at the […] Read more…

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Sew a Fairy Dress-Up Set with Structure and Sparkle

by Jennifer Long of Sew A Story This month’s project is full of movement, color, and playful creativity. The Fairy Dreams Dress Up set is one of my favorite kinds of patterns because it invites storytelling and pretend play right alongside sewing. Whether you’re making it for Halloween, dress-up boxes, or a handmade gift, this […] Read more…

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Make a Soft, Structured Quilted Bible Cover

by Jennifer Long of Sew A Story This month I’m sharing a beginner-friendly project that combines simple quilting with a few helpful touches for making something both useful and personal. The Quilted Bible Cover is a great way to protect a treasured book or notebook and makes a thoughtful handmade gift. The version I created […] Read more…

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Make a Soft, Numbered Ball for Early Learning

by Jennifer Long of Sew A Story This month I’m sharing a fun and beginner-friendly project that brings learning and sewing together. The Numeracy Patchwork Ball is soft, colorful, and perfect for introducing numbers through movement and play. I designed this pattern to be sewn in three different sizes and filled it with thoughtful touches […] Read more…

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