Quilt Sample Maker
About The Position
Shabby Fabrics is seeking an experienced quilter to join its sewing team in Post Falls, Idaho. The role focuses on precision piecing and patchwork: cutting and sewing fabric pieces to create accurate quilt tops and sample projects used in kits, patterns, and video content. The position works with high-quality cotton fabrics and Bernina sewing machines in a collaborative, fast-paced sewing-room environment. It is not an entry-level sewing position; substantial hands-on experience making quilts and completing patchwork or quilt-piecing projects is required. General sewing or garment-sewing experience alone is not sufficient. The work focuses on piecing and does not involve long-arm quilting. The successful candidate will create a variety of sewing samples while maintaining craftsmanship, accuracy, and efficiency. They will follow written patterns, identify and correct errors, manage deadlines, and shift between projects as priorities change while working independently in a shared workspace.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in quilt piecing or patchwork.
- Strong understanding of accurate seam allowances and precision sewing.
- Exceptional attention to detail; accuracy is critical.
- Ability to confidently follow written patterns and instructions.
- Experience with rotary cutting tools, rulers, and sewing machines.
- Creative mindset, strong aptitude for color and layout, and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
- Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to ask questions rather than guess.
- Ability to stay focused and productive in a multi-person workspace.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Must not smoke, as fabric absorbs odors.
- Ability to stand, sit, and/or walk for extended periods.
- Ability to distinguish between colors.
Nice To Haves
- Appliqué experience.
- Machine embroidery experience.
Responsibilities
- Precisely cut fabric using rotary cutters and rulers.
- Sew quilt tops and sample projects with accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
- Follow patterns carefully and identify and correct errors through pattern testing.
- Create quilts, wall hangings, table runners, pillows, and other sewing projects.
- Manage time-sensitive projects and meet deadlines.
- Stay focused on individual work while working in a shared, multi-person sewing space.
- Move between projects of varying sizes and priorities, including pausing one project to begin another as needed.
- Maintain high standards of craftsmanship while working at an efficient pace.
Benefits
- Medical insurance (waiting periods apply).
- Dental insurance (waiting periods apply).
- Vision insurance (waiting periods apply).
- Paid time off.
- Paid breaks.
- 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%.
- Select paid holidays after one year of employment.
- 30% employee discount on regular-priced products after 90 days.
- Referral program.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Competitive pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
