Traveling Stitches: Gear for Quilters on the Move
For quilters who bring the beautiful chaos with them ~ tees, mugs, and totes that celebrate the stitcher who never stops creating.
Some quilters have a dedicated sewing room. Some quilters have a sewing room, a dining table takeover, two tote bags in the car, and a project tucked into every purse they own. The Traveling Stitches collection is for that second quilter ~ the one who measures fabric on hotel beds, swaps blocks at guild retreats, and considers an airport layover a perfectly reasonable time to hand-piece a hexie or two. You know who you are, and we made this for you.
Every tee, mug, and tote in the Traveling Stitches lineup is designed to wear your creative life out loud. The apparel is printed on soft, durable unisex styles that hold up through airport security, retreat weekends, and the enthusiastic wash cycles that come after a full day of cutting and pressing. The mugs are ceramic and built for the long haul ~ whether that haul is a road trip to your favorite quilt show or just the commute from the coffee maker to your cutting table. And the totes? Big enough for fat quarter bundles, project bags, and that one book you swore you would actually read on the plane.
Traveling Stitches speaks to the quilter who treats every trip as a creative opportunity and every waiting room as potential sewing time. These pieces make genuinely thoughtful gifts for the guild member who organizes the retreats, the friend who inspired you to finally join one, or honestly just for yourself because you have earned it. The humor is specific, the quality is real, and the vibe is caffeinated creator energy from the first stitch to the last binding clip.
Scroll through the collection below and find the piece that says exactly what you have been thinking. If you have questions about sizing, care, or finding the right gift, the FAQ below has you covered.
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A few favorites from this collection
Kansas, Stitchin' In ~ Relaxed Fit Tee
Colorado, Stitchin' In ~ Relaxed Fit Tee
Pennsylvania, Stitchin' In ~ Relaxed Fit Tee
Maryland, Stitchin' In ~ Relaxed Fit Tee
Questions, answered
What sizes do the Traveling Stitches tees come in?
Our tees are available in a wide range of unisex sizes, typically S through 3XL depending on the design. Each product page includes a full size chart with chest and length measurements so you can find the fit that works best for you. When in doubt, sizing up gives you that relaxed, lived-in feel that pairs perfectly with a long retreat weekend.
How do I care for the printed apparel so the design lasts?
Turn your tee inside out and machine wash cold with like colors, then tumble dry on low or hang to dry. Avoiding high heat is the single biggest thing you can do to keep the print looking sharp wash after wash. Skip the iron directly on the design and you are good to go for the long haul.
Are the mugs in the Traveling Stitches collection dishwasher safe?
Yes, our ceramic mugs are dishwasher safe, though hand washing will help the design stay vivid longer ~ especially if your dishwasher runs on the aggressive side. They are microwave safe too, which matters when your morning coffee gets cold because you got distracted planning your next quilt layout.
How long does shipping take and do you ship internationally?
Most orders ship within 2 to 5 business days and arrive within 5 to 10 business days for domestic orders. International shipping is available to many countries, with delivery times and costs shown at checkout. If you are ordering a gift for an upcoming retreat or birthday, placing your order a couple of weeks ahead gives you plenty of cushion.
What is your return policy if a size or item does not work out?
We want you to love what you ordered, so if something is not right please reach out within 30 days of delivery and we will make it right. Unworn, unwashed items in original condition are eligible for exchange or store credit. Custom or personalized pieces are reviewed case by case, so just drop us a note and we will sort it out together.