Sometimes a few words is all you need to express a feeling.  That is why this lovely hand embroidery pattern from Bev over on Flamingo Toes is so special.  Those three simple words mean so much and they will to … Read More...

Boy does this rainbow star mini quilt from The Crafty Mummy pack a punch!  It’s absolutely stunning, and the best news is that it isn’t too hard to make.  Rainbow colors always make such lovely quilts.

The designer uses a … Read More...

I bet you though granny squares were just for crochet.  Well, they aren’t anymore.  This charming quilt from Quilty Love proves that!  Made with lots of scrappy squares, it’s a beautiful and easy quilt to make.

Because of the way … Read More...

Ok all you hand embroidery lovers…it’s time to get out your needle and thread and whip up one (or more) of these beautiful french knots hearts.  The Sewing Loft brings us this charming and easy project.

I especially love the … Read More...

Perfect for a beginner, these four free hand embroidery patterns from Shiny Happy World, are easy to make and super cute too!

With designs including a whimsical bird, a girl, a heart, and a flower, you are sure to … Read More...

Even though the title of this quilt pattern from Quilting in the Rain is “Summer Love”, I think it would be perfect for Valentine’s Day.  It’s such a happy quilt.

Made with two jelly rolls and backing fabric, it is … Read More...

I have always been drawn to mandalas.  They have such beautiful and intricate designs, yet they also have a wonderful symmetry to them.  So when I saw this tutorial for a mini one from MagaMerlina, I had to bring … Read More...

When I was a girl I loved the Pippi Longstocking books by Astrid Lindgren.  They would provide endless hours of amusement for me.  I think it was her independent spirit that drew me to the character.  That is why I … Read More...

I cannot tell a lie…I am definitely addicted to scraps, so what better quilt book to get than Addicted to Scraps by Bonnie K. Hunter.

This 96 page book features 12 beautiful scrap quilt projects, all of which are … Read More...

Get out your fine linens, pop open the bubbly, and get ready to ring in the new year in style with these beautiful hand embroidered napkins.  Anchor has this free intermediate level pattern so you can make them yourself.

You … Read More...

Children love quilts.  They love all of the colors, the different fabrics, and the designs.  They also love playing with cars and trucks.  That is why this free pattern from Craft Passion is perfect for almost any child.  You’ll find … Read More...

Over on Pumora there is a wonderful series of tutorials on how to embroider flowers.  The various articles take you through some of the steps needed to create beautiful hand embroidered flowers for your designs.

I thought I would highlight … Read More...

I love pansies.  They are such beautiful flowers that thrive in all sorts of temperatures.  I always get a pack in the early spring.  Even when we get a frost or snow, they come right back and keep on blooming.  … Read More...

Just in time for the holidays, this quilt block of a group of candles from Quilt Jane, would make a lovely tiny mini quilt, or a festive addition to a Christmas sampler quilt.

The block measures 8 1/2″ square.  … Read More...

The moment I saw these plastic canvas corner bookmark patterns from Leisure Arts, I knew they were going on my “to do” list.  I have a number of friends who are avid readers and these would be absolutely perfect for … Read More...

Described as “the cutest gnome mug rug ever”, that description is pretty accurate.  Just looking at this guy from The Crafty Quilter puts a smile on your face.  Make one, or a whole set, with this easy tutorial.

More and … Read More...

Looking a bit like a star burst, this poinsettia needlepoint ornament design from Nuts about Needlepoint is a small, but striking design.  As a quilter, I love that it takes a quilt block design, transforms it to needlepoint project and … Read More...

When the cold weather arrives, it’s nice to have a hand embroidery project to work on.  This charming design from Sarah Ashford over at Polka Dot Chair is an easy and quick make for you to try.

Including a … Read More...

For an easy and quick scrap fabric Christmas ornament look no further than these lovely trees from Life After Laundry.  The green and red fabrics shown are so festive, but you could easily do this in any color of … Read More...