Shelly from Ac-quilt-sition made this adorable keeper to store a small pair of scissors. I love the tiny yo-yos. I still have my first pair of stork embroidery scissors – a gift from my brother. Visit her post to see … Read More...
Tutorial: Valentine’s table runner
Jennifer from Two Butterflies whipped up this lacy table runner to set the mood for Valentine’s Day. Mood set. She assures readers that this is a simple project with only the most basic quilting skills necessary to succeed. So, beginners … Read More...
Newsy: Issue 4 Fat Quarterly
It’s almost here. The Fat Quarterly Issue 4 – Solids eZine is out Thursday Jan 27th. Woo hoo! You can preview some sample pages before committing to buy. It’s $8.00 for a single issue and $28.00 for a one year … Read More...
That’ll do HearthSong: Portable light box
Carolyn the Crafter bought this portable light table from HearthSong, not as an accessory for the Fashion Design Studio Kit
, but for her quilting projects. She had this to say about the Light Tracer.
Hello, my name is Scarlett
I’m a fabriholic and I could wear this button proudly. If you’re not sure if you’ve reached this level of enthusiasm for fabric, take this quiz at About.com Are You a Fabricholic? and find out. Get the Fabric Addict button … Read More...
Fabric Challenge for Pacific West Quilt Show
Are you up for some friendly competition? The Association of Pacific West Quilters sure hopes so because they are hosting their first ever Fabric Challenge. For this contest, you’ll need to create an 18″ x 18″ quilt using a bit … Read More...
Painted whole cloth quilt
This is gorgeous! Karen from Karen’s Crafty World is experimenting with whole cloth painting followed by quilting. She’s looking to the master of this technique Judy Coates Perez who did the example shown. Visit her post to learn more.
Art in Fiber exhibit in February
Mary Ann from Bits and Stitches does not want you to miss this upcoming event The Art in Fiber 2011. Opening February 4th, 2011, visit her post for further details.
Newsy: 4-Patch Fun! Block of the Month
Don’t miss the fun. Benita from Victoriana Quilters is hosting a 4-Patch Fun! Block of the Month (BOM) which will run from January to June 2011. Each block is only available for that particular month. Visit her post to receive … Read More...
Calypso Swing fabric collection
Check out this fabulous new fabric line called Calypso Swing by Mark Cesarik for FreeSpirit. I love the motion he creates in these designs. Plus his collection encompasses prints that vary in scale from small and medium to large. … Read More...
Bloggy book tour for Quilt Remix
Take an online tour to see what some superstar bloggers are saying about Emily Cier’s new book Quilt Remix.
Newsy: Fat Quarter Friday tutorials
The crafty talent behind 2 little hooligans just launched a new set of tutorials that focus on using a fat quarter in a sewing project. She’s a busy work at home mom so she promises all projects will be small … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Nursery door pillow for baby girl
Papgena from Papgena Made It created this bedroom sign for her daughter’s nursery using a range of techniques to include needlework, felt and quilting. It’s adorable. Visit her post.
Newsy: By George! exhibit in New Mexico
The work of George Mendoza – athlete turned FreeSpirit fabric designer – is the theme of a juried quilt exhibit By George! Feb 4 – Feb 26, 2011 in New Mexico. The show is sponsored by the Las Colcheras Quilt … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Paper Doll quilt
Brenda from Deck the Halls of Home with Joy is showing off this quilt her daughter received from Grandma this Christmas. She used fabric from the Paper Dolls collection by Sheryl Rae Marquez for Windham. So cute. Grandmothers who sew … Read More...
Free pattern: Child’s Tea Table Topper
Wendy from Ivory Spring designed and created this sweet quilt to feature fabric line A is for Annabelle. Called Tea for Me, it uses a simple rail fence block (perfect for beginning quilters). The appliqued tea cup in the center … Read More...
Free pattern: Puff (biscuit) quilt
Amara from Bramcost Publications shares this quilt pattern from the 1950s so readers can add a little vintage to their new year. Called puff or biscuit quilt, this free pattern is yours, free. Go to Vintage Puff Quilt Pattern.
Winner of Quilting Arts 2011 Calendar
Thanks to each and every one of you who entered the giveaway for a copy of the Quilting Arts Magazine Calendar for 2011 by Interweave. There were 21 comments.
Commenter 12, Mimi from Canada is the winner. Here’s her comment.… Read More...
Free pattern: Love Emblem throw + pillows
Created to showcase Anna Maria Horner’s fabric line Innocent Crush, her patchwork heart throw Love Emblem would be great any time of year, but think Valentine’s Day, oh yeah. The block is a pieced 16 point star with a heart … Read More...
Little bit of happy from Pat
Pat Sloan of Let’s Sew is showing these gorgeous cupcakes given by quilting students from her Wild and Free workshop. Go to post.