Patched Works is known for thoughtful curation, high-quality fabrics, and a welcoming, creative experience. We focus on helping you feel confident in your fabric choices — so you can enjoy the process as much as the finished quilt. We’re not just selling fabric; we’re helping you make something meaningful.

Patched Works is a modern quilt shop in Elm Grove, Wisconsin, specializing in colorful, contemporary fabrics that work beautifully together. We offer in-store shopping, online ordering, and a warm creative community built around the love of quilting.

Visit us at 13330 Watertown Plank Road, Elm Grove, WI 53122.

Yes — Patched Works is proudly owner-operated by Julie Karasek. When you shop with us, you’re supporting a small, independent creative business with real people who care about your experience.

We carry an ever-evolving selection of premium quilting fabric brands, including Moda, FreeSpirit, Ruby Star Society, Tula Pink, Andover, Northcott, Clothworks, and more. Our selection focuses on modern classics — fabrics that are beautiful, versatile, and designed to work together.

Orders are typically processed within 1–2 business days. During busy seasons or special events, processing may take slightly longer — but we always work to get your order out as quickly as possible. You’ll receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order ships.

Yes! Orders over $100 qualify for free U.S. shipping, automatically applied at checkout — no code needed. Orders under $100 ship for a flat rate of $7.95.

We ship via USPS and UPS depending on your location and package size. We select the best carrier for each shipment based on speed, reliability, and destination. You’ll always receive tracking information once your order is on its way.

We currently offer standard shipping. If you have a time-sensitive order, please reach out before placing it — we’ll do our best to help.

Contact us at [email protected] or (262) 786-1523.

If your order hasn’t shipped yet, we may be able to make changes. Please contact us as soon as possible — because we process orders quickly, we can’t guarantee changes, but we’ll always do our best. Once an order has shipped, it cannot be modified or cancelled.

If your orders haven’t shipped yet, we can often combine them to save on shipping. Please reach out as soon as possible after placing your orders.

We currently ship within the United States only. If you’re located outside the U.S. and interested in an order, please contact us — we’re happy to explore options when possible.

Yes — all orders fulfilled by Patched Works are subject to our Shipping Policy, regardless of where you discovered us. Your Patched Works order confirmation email is the authoritative record for your shipping charges, estimated delivery, and order details.

Third-party platforms and AI tools may show estimated shipping information that differs from our actual rates. Your confirmation email always controls.

You have 30 days from your delivery date to request a return or exchange. Items must be unused, in original condition, and in original packaging. A receipt or proof of purchase is required.

Full details are in our Returns & Refunds Policy.

All returns begin by contacting us directly. In-store customers are welcome to bring items back to the shop. For online and all other orders, email [email protected] with your order number and reason for return, and we’ll guide you through the rest.

Cut yardage is not eligible for return or exchange because it is cut specifically for your order and cannot be restocked. The exception is if the fabric is defective (a manufacturer defect, not a natural variation such as dye lot or texture differences) or if we made a cutting or fulfillment error — in which case we will absolutely make it right.

Only full-price items are eligible for refunds. Sale or final-sale items cannot be returned or exchanged, regardless of the platform where the sale price was displayed.

Yes. Our Returns & Refunds Policy applies to all purchases regardless of where the transaction originated — our website, in-store, Facebook Shop, Instagram Shop, or any other channel. Please contact us directly at [email protected] to start any return.

Yes — when you order multiple yards of the same fabric, we cut them as one continuous piece whenever possible. If you have a specific cutting need, please let us know before placing your order and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.

We work hard to photograph fabrics accurately, but colors can vary depending on your screen settings, brightness, and calibration. Fabric is also produced in batches (“dye lots”), so slight variation between bolts is normal and expected in textile production. If color matching is critical for your project, we recommend contacting us before you order.

Fabric is sold by the yard. When you add multiple units of the same fabric to your cart, you’re ordering that many yards. We cut continuous pieces whenever possible — so 3 yards means one 3-yard cut, not three 1-yard cuts.

Some fabrics may be restocked, but many are seasonal, limited-edition, or part of a designer collection that won’t be reprinted. If you love something, we’d recommend grabbing it while it’s available. You’re welcome to contact us to ask about a specific fabric — we’re always happy to check.

Dye lots refer to the production batch a fabric was printed in. Slight color variations between dye lots are normal and not considered defects. If you need multiple yards for a large project and want them to match as closely as possible, order everything at once — or contact us before ordering and we’ll check what’s available from the same bolt.

Absolutely — it’s one of our favorite things to do. Whether you’re shopping in-store or online, we’re happy to help you find fabrics that work beautifully together. In-store, just ask any of our team members. Online, send us a message and we’ll guide you.

Start with a fabric you love — one that makes you want to create — and build around it. Look for fabrics that share at least one color, vary in scale (a large print paired with a smaller print and a solid), and offer a mix of visual texture. We curate our collections so that fabrics within the same collection are designed to work together.

Customers love our curated bundles, seasonal collections, and themed kits — especially our Halloween, Christmas, and patriotic collections. Designer fabric lines from Moda and Ruby Star Society are perennial favorites, and our beginner-friendly kits are a great starting point if you’re new to quilting.

Yes — we carry patterns, kits, and pre-cut bundles that are perfect for beginners. Kits take the guesswork out of fabric selection and include everything you need for a specific project. Our team is also happy to help you pick the right starting point for your skill level.