Make Mom something homemade for Mother’s Day this year. This mini nine patch quilt from Amy over on Diary of a Quilter is just the perfect pattern.
Measuring about 22″ square when finished, it makes a terrific table topper or … Read More...
Free Teacup Hand Embroidery Pattern
It’s time to make your mother a cup of tea this Mother’s Day. Make her this hand embroidered pattern from Beth Colletti Art & Design and she will have that cup of tea for years to come. This charming free … Read More...
Free Fancy Fat Quarter Quilt Pattern
It’s time for some more fat quarter fun! This bright and festive quilt pattern from Sew Can She is easy to make and it is free.
The finished quilt measures approximately 64″ x 80″ and, along with some background and … Read More...
Book Review – Jump Into Punch Needle
I always enjoy writing book reviews and, after reading Jump Into Punch Needle by Carrie J. Buck, I was more than happy to write one for this book.
With 6 nature-themed punch needle projects to choose from, this book is … Read More...
Color Wheel Hand Embroidery Tutorial
Learn all about various hand embroidery stitches with this free tutorial from the Seasoned Homemaker. Leslie demonstrates them with the lovely color wheel design.
In the article you will find information for twelve different stitches including:
- Herringbone
- Satin
- Couched
Free Nurses Day Stethoscope Quilt Block Pattern
Every nurse needs a quilt made with this stethoscope quilt block right? Celebrate your favorite nurse with this whimsical block designed by Kelli Fannin Quilts.
Fair warning…this block has a lot of pieces in it, so it’s probably not … Read More...
Sampler Stitch Floral Embroidery – Free Pattern
Learn how to make this beautiful floral bouquet with this tutorial from Jessyratfink over on Instructables. It’s just gorgeous.
There are six stitches demonstrated in the article, each with photos and a video. The stitches include:
- Lazy Daisy
- Fly
Cinco de Mayo Machine Embroidery Designs
Perfect for Cinco de Mayo, these machine embroidery designs from Rosie Day Embroidery are perfect for this festive occasion. The patterns can be purchased over on Etsy.
This pattern set, which includes twelve charming designs, is available in various formats … Read More...
Free Cinco De Mayo Quilt Block Pattern
Ready to spice things up for Cinco de Mayo? You can with this easy and fun quilt block from Quilter by Design.
This design is essentially the economy block, but with a bit of twist on the larger inset … Read More...
How to Make an Plushwork Flower
I have to admit that I am kind of in love with these plushwork (or Amish stumpwork or Chenille) flowers from Feeling Stitchy. They have so much great texture and are downright fun to look at.
The tutorial is … Read More...
Glamping Quilt Block Patterns
Have you ever been “Glamping”? It’s basically fancier camping. I’ve never been, but it’s pretty much the only kind of camping you will ever see me do. If you would rather quilt about it than actually do it, Made by … Read More...
Heart Quilt – Free Pattern
This sweet heart quilt pattern from Cluck Cluck Sew is sure to put a smile on anyone’s face. It is an easy quilt to make and is a good scrap buster.
Measuring about 42″ x 44″ when done, it is … Read More...
Embroidered Mother’s Day Card Tutorial
For a unique Mother’s Day card, why not try making an embroidered one? This tutorial from How About Orange will show you how. Your mother would love to get a pretty handmade card like this one and it would have … Read More...
Mini Star Cluster Quilt Pattern
To celebrate her 8th year in business, Rose over at Threadbare Creations designed this lovely mini quilt and made it a free pattern. It’s a Crown of Thorn block with a slight twist.
The finished quilt measures about 16 inches … Read More...
How to Teach Kids to Embroider on Burlap
Teach children how to embroider using burlap and yarn. It’s easy with this tutorial from Rhythms of Play.
The article goes through all of the steps to help make it easy for both you and your child to learn. … Read More...
How to Make Glitter Embroidery Hoops
Everybody needs a little bling in their lives right? Well you can even add a little bit of it to your embroidery hoops
with this tutorial from Albion Gould. What a fun way to jazz up your pieces!
That … Read More...
Shooting Stars Quilt Pattern
Like shooting stars in the night, this stunning quilt pattern called “Showering Stars” by Robin Pickens can be purchased on Etsy. The stars practically twinkle in this design.
This jelly roll friendly pattern is for a quilt that measures 75″ … Read More...
How to Embellish a Skirt With Embroidery
Learn how to embellish a store-bought skirt with hand embroidery when you purchase this class through CreativeBug. The course is in six installments and is taught by Rebecca Ringquist. Rebecca is an artist and designer out of Portland who … Read More...
How to Make a Quilted Coat – Free Tutorial
If you are on social media then you have definitely seen all of the quilted coat designs popping up. It is not super easy to make one, but this article by guest poster Brittney Frey over on Suzy Quilts will … Read More...
How to Make an Embroidered Felt Heart Sachet
Learn how to make an embroidered felt heart sachet with this easy tutorial from Swoodson Says. Large enough to fit into the palm of a hand, this would make a lovely gift for someone, or for yourself.
This sachet … Read More...