Dear Jane BOM

Join us on a grand sewing adventure as we embark on a hand-stitching journey through a beloved historical quilt! Discover the heart and heritage of Dear Jane, lovingly reimagined in a gorgeous rainbow of Liberty Tana Lawn®.

An English Paper Piecing project.

Presented by DuckaDilly and Paper Pieces with Brenda Papadakis.

 

Sign-ups for our Fall 2025 Round of Dear Jane are now closed!

We will be offering another round of our Dear Jane BOM in 2026. If you'd like to join us on our next Dear Jane journey, fill out the form at the link below!

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What you'll receive each month:

Materials

  • 13 Tana Lawn® prints in the rainbow palette shown.
  • All necessary EPP papers for that month's row, pre-sorted by block. 
  • Capel Black for the cornerstone pieces.
  • Solid White Tana Lawn® (if you've selected to receive background fabric).

Instructions

  • Detailed PDF illustrations showing fabric placement
  • Instructional videos covering EPP basics and appliquè for Dear Jane (Month 1)

Instructions and Sewing Level

Dear Jane is a quilt pattern by Brenda Papadakis, based on the 1863 Jane Stickle quilt.

It is necessary that you own a copy of Brenda's book Dear Jane to complete this project.

We have copies available for purchase to ship in your first month's box, if you do not already own a copy. 

In addition, printed modification booklets are included each month, noting any changes from Brenda's pattern to the EPP papers. 

Dear Jane is appropriate for confident beginners.

We'll be encountering a range of skills, including EPP curves, appliqué, and small pieces. No technique is too complicated, and we'll have tips and tricks along the way!

If you are brand new to English Paper Piecing, Dear Jane is a great way to encounter many shapes and techniques! If you are an experienced sewist, Dear Jane still has enough surprises to keep you on your toes!

Subscriber Benefits

  • Join Our BOM Facebook Community

  • Access instructions in your account

  • Discount on Backing and Binding Fabrics

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I provide my own background fabric?

Absolutely! While we do offer and recommend Solid White Tana Lawn® as a background option for Dear Jane, you can select to provide your own background fabric when checking out with your subscription.

If you choose to provide your own background fabric, some lovely options include: Liberty Tana Lawn®, linen, chambray, and solid quilting cotton. You will need approximately 14.25 yards of 52" wide fabric or 17 yards of 44" wide fabric. 

How will I receive my instructions?

The pattern for this quilt is the book Dear Jane by Brenda Papadakis, and it is necessary to own a copy to complete this BOM. We have copies available for purchase if you don't already own one.

In addition to your book, monthly fabric placement PDFs will be provided directly into your customer account on the DuckaDilly website.

Please check out with the email address that will be used for the duration of the BOM. The email address will be used for important BOM correspondence, such as payment confirmation, shipping updates, and accessing instructions.

Can other DuckaDilly orders ship in my monthly Dear Jane box?

Enjoy free shipping throughout the 18-month duration of your subscription! 

Dear Jane subscribers will receive a free-shipping code to use on DuckaDilly orders, with the order shipping in their next Dear Jane box.

Dear Jane Acrylic Set

The Dear Jane Acrylic Set is available in 1/4" and 3/8" seam allowance. The acrylic set is not necessary to complete the Dear Jane quilt. Because there are so many pieces in the quilt, the 10-piece set only covers the most common shapes.

Backing and Binding Coupon Code

When the BOM is complete, we will provide many recommendations for backing and binding!

Additionally, stitchers will receive a one-time 20% off DuckaDilly coupon code. This can be used for backing and binding fabrics or any other sewing needs.

Shipping

All subscriptions ship free with Standard US Shipping.

International shipping options are calculated and shown at checkout.

Price Changes

DuckaDilly reserves the right to change the price of future Dear Jane charges with one week of emailed notice.

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