Introducing GO! Kangaroo by Janine Lecour & GO! Berry Medley by Chris Marchini

Let’s be honest: while we all love a perfectly pieced block, sometimes you just want to let loose and have some fun with your fabric!

This February, we are thrilled to introduce two new licensed GO! applique dies that are all about jumping into fun and making your creative time a little sweeter. Whether you’ve been sewing with applique for years or you just bought your first cutter, these new additions are designed to be inviting, easy to use, and packed with personality.

Say hello to the GO! Kangaroo by Janine Lecour and the GO! Berry Medley by Chris Marchini. One is full of bouncy character, and the other is as sweet as can be. Both are here to help you spend less time cutting and more time making things you love.

If you’ve ever looked at a cute applique pattern and thought, “I don’t have the patience to cut all those curves by hand,” these dies are going to be your new best friends.

GO! Kangaroo by Janine Lecour: Hop into Cuteness

The new GO! Kangaroo die is bursting with personality, movement and possibility!

Designed by the talented Janine Lecour, this die cuts all the individual shapes you need to build an adorable kangaroo. The pieces are perfectly sized so that your finished friend looks detailed, but doesn't take forever to put together. When you stitch it all up, the kangaroo looks like it’s ready to hop right off your quilt.

We know that cutting curves and tiny pieces by hand can be frustrating (and hard on the hands!). With your GO! cutter, those tricky shapes come out perfectly every single time. Plus, if you want a whole mob of kangaroos, you can cut them out in a flash – cut up to 6 layers of regular quilting cotton or up to 4 layers of pre-fused fabric in one pass.

This die uses a 6-inch by 12-inch board, so it fits right into any GO! cutter you have at home, from the manual GO! Me and standard GO! to the electric cutter models: portable GO! Bolt or powerful GO! Big.

Applique Made Easy (Even for Beginners!)

If you are new to applique, the GO! Kangaroo is a fantastic jumping-off point. Everything about this die takes the intimidation factor right out of the equation, from the beginner-friendly applique design to the thorough and detailed instructions and tutorials. It’s a perfect spot to leap into applique!

Applique dies are fantastic stash busters. Even the tiniest leftover scraps can find new life here! Just cover the specific shapes you need with your favorite bits. Even the slimmest slivers can be used, as long as they cover the die shape completely. This makes it really easy to get the most out of your fabric investment and enjoy the personalization process.

GO! Kangaroo die cuts shapes perfectly every time
Put your GO! Kangaroo shapes together for a cute new friend

The cutting process is basically fool proof and the easy to follow instructions and tutorials make it easy to get started. There’s no guesswork and no stress; you don’t have to worry if your scissors slipped or if one leg is bigger than the other. The shapes just fit. Now you focus on the fun parts, like picking out cute fabrics and deciding how your kangaroo is going to appear on your project.

Let Your Imagination Run Wild

A single kangaroo is adorable, but this die really shines when you start playing with multiples.

Since the cutting is so fast, why not make a whole border of kangaroos? Or create a fun scene that plays with color and movement? You can give each kangaroo a different look just by changing up your fabric scraps or adjusting how you place them on your die.

Get the most out of your die by thinking about the shapes individually and don’t be afraid to mix and match to come up with something entirely new!

Projects to Get You Hopping

The projects for this die show just how versatile one kangaroo can be.

If you want to transform a room, check out the GO! Adventures Await Door Curtains. They use repeating kangaroos to create a scene that feels alive and moving. For something a bit quicker, the GO! Hop To It! Throw Pillow lets one kangaroo take center stage as a bold, fun focal point.

GO! Adventure Awaits Door Curtains, PQ12999
GO! Hop To It Throw Pillow, PQ12996

Making something for a little one? The GO! G’day, G’night Baby Quilt combines soft fabrics with this friendly character for a gift that will be treasured forever. There is also the GO! Kangaroo & Koala Pillow, which pairs perfectly with the quilt for a complete nursery look.

GO! Kangaroo & Koala Pillow, PQ12997
GO! G'Day, G'Night Baby Quilt, PQ12998

Don't forget that your new kangaroo can make friends! It pairs beautifully with other landscape or nature dies to tell a story. The GO! Adventures Await Door Curtain is a perfect example, using a friendly koala, rainbows, cacti, and botanical elements to bring the Outback indoors.

This is perfect for kids' quilts where you want to spark their imagination. Plus, this die isn't just for cotton. Get out your materials scrap bin – GO! dies cut wool, felt, leather and even craft foam like butter, making it great for no-sew crafts too.

GO! Berry Medley by Chris Marchini: Sweet & Simple

If you are looking for something fresh and versatile, you are going to fall in love with the GO! Berry Medley die.

Designed by Chris Marchini of Rose City Originals, this compact 5-inch by 10-inch die works with any GO! cutter. It features a set of shapes that you can arrange to create all sorts of delicious berries – blueberries, strawberries, blackberries and cherries. These cheerful designs are perfect for adding a pop of color to seasonal projects or handmade gifts.

Don't let the small size fool you… this little die offers a big, tasty pile of creative possibilities.

Mix, Match and Create

The best part about the GO! Berry Medley is how flexible it is. By rearranging the shapes, you can create strawberries, raspberries, or totally new "fantasy fruit" combinations.

This mix-and-match capability encourages you to play around with your layout. You aren't stuck with just one look.

GO! Berry Medley Die cuts perfect berry shapes and eats up scraps
Assemble the GO! Berry Medley Die pieces and enjoy the fruits of your applique labor!

Plus, the shapes are clean and consistent. If you’ve ever tried to hand-cut a bunch of identical strawberries for a border, you know how hard it is to get them to match. With this die, the machine does the hard work, giving you perfectly uniform shapes every time.

Berry Sweet Projects

The patterns supporting this die show just how far these little shapes can go.

For a big impact, the GO! Berry Picnic Blanket shows how you can use these berries at a larger scale for a look that is cohesive and polished, but still super playful.

Want to wear your art? The GO! Berry Pickin’ Trucker Hat shows how easy it is to add applique to things other than quilts. 

GO! Berry Picnic Blanket, PQ12987
GO! Berry Pickin’ Trucker Hat, PQ12990

Of course, berries belong in the kitchen! The GO! Berry Bunches Kitchen Towels, GO! Cherry Pie Oven Mitt, and GO! Berry Pie Carrier take everyday items and make them special. These are those satisfying "weekend projects" that are fun to make and even more fun to use. 

GO! Berry Bunches Kitchen Towels, PQ12989
GO! Cherry Pie Oven Mitt, PQ12988
GO! Berry Pie Carrier, PQ12995

Like the GO! Kangaroo, the GO! Berry Medley is great for different materials. Use sticky-back felt or vinyl for quick stickers, or try leather or craft foam for cute keychains and bag charms. Since the shapes are small, it’s a perfect scrap-buster, too!

Embroidery Files Included!

Looking to add some extra flair? Embroidery files for both the GO! Kangaroo and GO! Berry Medley dies are available to download, making it even easier to finish your projects with a professional touch.

GO! Kangaroo Die with Blanket Stitch embroidery
GO! Kangaroo Die with Motif Stitch embroidery
GO! Kangaroo Die with Satin Stitch embroidery
GO! Berry Medley Die with Blanket Stitch embroidery
GO! Berry Medley Die with Motif Stitch embroidery
GO! Berry Medley Die with Satin Stitch embroidery

Ready to Play?

At the end of the day, quilting should be fun. These two new dies are an invitation to play with your fabric and try something new.

Whether you are sewing for a grandchild, making gifts for your best quilting buddies, or just making something that makes you smile, the GO! Kangaroo and GO! Berry Medley dies are ready to join your collection. What will you create next?