The January 2021 Sew Sampler Box from Fat Quarter Shop was a little late thanks to supply issues (which are totally expected thanks to the pandemic), but the wait was 100% worth it! Every piece that I took out of the box, I said, "Oh, this is neat!" I can't wait to test out every item.

I know you're here to find out what's in the box, so let's get right to that, shall we?

Cider Honey Bun - This month's fabric is Cider by BasicGrey for Moda. It's a gorgeous line with lovely brown and honey tones with blue and orange mixed it. It's not a combination that you see often or one that I'm usually drawn to, but this is a really nice line. Even though I'm not usually one for a jelly roll or honey bun, I'm excited that I get to see the whole line this way.

Count Aura Orange Cool Pins - These pins from The Gypsy Quilter have a heat-resistant top that won't burn or melt if touched with the iron. One can never have enough pins, and I've discovered I'm a fan of the heat-resistant pins, even if I don't use my iron with them. I like that they're a bit grippier at the top. I like super fine pins, but these seem about average, so I'm excited to give them a try.

SewTites Magnetic Sewing Pins - These magnetic "pins" are designed to hold together multiple, thick fabric layers. I'm excited to give them a try, especially with something like quilt-as-you-go, because I've had trouble getting pins where they need to go when sewing projects like that. I've been looking at these for a bit, so it's nice when the Sew Sampler Box makes my decision for me.

Magic Touch Cutting Mat Eraser - This little pink sponge is supposed to be used either dry or damp to help clean all of the bits of thread and trimmings from your mat. I'm not great at keeping my mat clean, so this is a welcome tool, and I'm excited to give it a try.

Fast & Flurrious Quilt Pattern - The exclusive pattern is a table runner with a small quilt option. I've already decided that I'll make the table runner, which is good because I ordered the finishing kit yesterday, unseen, with the feeling that I would like it. I'm glad I was right. It shows off the fabric collection really nicely, and I think the finished tablerunner could be season-spanning.

I am super pleased with the box this month. I know that I say that most months, or at least try to find the positive in each box, but it's always nice to try new things. I've subscribed to the box from the beginning, and while sometimes it can feel like a lot, I've been able to try out all kinds of tools and fabrics that I wouldn't necessarily pick up.