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Portable Bobbin Winder

October 16, 2007 by Joan Hawley

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The SideWinder bobbin winder is a fabulous and smart new notion. From Barbara Groves and Mary Jacobson of Me and My Sister Designs had the bright idea to create a bobbin winder … Read More...

How To Choose And Attach Fashion Handles To Your Next Quilted Tote

October 14, 2007 by Joan Hawley

bcf49f32c4816535459dc0340ed944cc.jpgBags, totes, and purses are all the rage amongst quilters. Fashion handles are a sophisticated addition to a wonderful quilted tote. Cool handles are available from tons of manufacturers. But how do you choose, and how are they attached?

You … Read More...

Crazy Quilted Fan Ornament Tutorial

October 8, 2007 by Joan Hawley

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Turn your fabulous fabric scraps and a few embellishments into beautiful crazy quilted ornaments.

Sandie of Delightfully Crazy blog offers a really nice step-by-step tutorial here.

Editor’s note 4/27/2014: This tutorial in no longer available; the blog owner set … Read More...

Make a Lipstick Pin Case

October 3, 2007 by Joan Hawley

ssblog_lipstick.jpgThe BeSewStylish blog offers a clever way to reuse your favorite lipstick. Using an old lipstick for a pin cushion, or pin keeper, would be such a convenient way to keep a little sewing kit with you at all times.  … Read More...

Get A Grip On Your Ruler

September 26, 2007 by Joan Hawley

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I love my quilting notions. And when a new one hits the market, I want to be the first to know.

This is the Gypsy Gripper from Lanette Edens of The Gypsy … Read More...

Add A Detachable Shoulder Strap To Your Quilted Tote or Purse

September 18, 2007 by Joan Hawley

miranda_shoulder_strap_small.jpgI love the short fashion handles on my quilted purses and totes. But sometimes I want a shoulder strap, too. There’s no reason I can’t have both. It’s a simple modification to add a detachable shoulder strap to any open-top … Read More...

Meet Kaye Wood and Learn ‘Quilting The Kaye Wood Way’ in MO

September 17, 2007 by Joan Hawley

k2007logo.jpgNow is your chance to meet and learn from quilt icon, Kaye Wood!

Come and check out the Kaye Wood seminar at the
EVERYTHING QUILTING & SEWING EXPO

September 22, 2007

9:00 am-3:30pm (lunch break from 11:00-1:00)

St. Charles, Missouri … Read More...

Quilt in a Can?

September 12, 2007 by Joan Hawley

9_9_2007001.jpgDot of Rantala Rags stores her fabric scraps in old popcorn tins. She recently opened those tins and had a fabric explosion in her studio. With a little organizing, and what looks like some fun I would enjoy, Dot pieced … Read More...

Speciatly Rulers For Rotary Cutting

September 5, 2007 by Joan Hawley

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I love speciality rulers for my quilting projects. I’m a bit of a notion nut. If you are, too, check out this Curved Corner Cutter ruler from Creative Grids.

It never … Read More...

It’s Not Too Early To Think About Halloween

September 4, 2007 by Joan Hawley

haloween_lantern.jpgThe Chinese Lantern quilt block is a versatile design element. And it’s darn cute, too. Imagine the possibilities, all decked out in pumpkin fabric.

Why not start planning your Halloween quilting projects with this block? A few blocks would make … Read More...

Fabric Calculator Makes For Easy Math

August 27, 2007 by Joan Hawley

8400md.jpgDi Mill introduces us to the wonderful Fabricalc, fabric calculator on her blog.

This is the best tool for calculating how much fabric you need for a project or how many half square triangles you will get out of a … Read More...

Create A Perfect Yo-Yo Every Time

August 22, 2007 by Joan Hawley

91.jpgYo-yos seem to be the talk of the town lately. They’re so cute, versatile and easy to make. And, my goodness, you can use them in so many ways. Or, just make some and play with them.

The new Quick … Read More...

Paper Piecing Offers Accuracy

August 10, 2007 by Joan Hawley

Quilters, have you tried your hand at paper piecing?

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‘Tulips’ pattern from MH Designs.

Paper piecing, or foundation piecing, is another tool to consider adding to your quilter’s toolbox. Paper piecing offers accuracy and seemingly intricate piecing without … Read More...

Quilt Pink Auction

August 7, 2007 by Joan Hawley

1316a.jpgHave you surfed on over to eBay to see the beautiful pink quilts on auction? Better Homes and Gardens and American Patchwork and Quilting organized the event. All of the proceeds from the auction will go to the Susan G. … Read More...

Start Your Own Quilt Club

August 6, 2007 by Joan Hawley

sew_lounge_spot.jpgAre you all stitched up with no where to go?

Well, according to BeSewStylish, why not start your own stitch club and get together with your friends for some quilty good fun.

Starting your own club is easy. Get your … Read More...

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