This Log Cabin quilt, made up in golden colors, has me dreaming of evenings spent with friends gathered around a table with a hot cider in hand. Notice how the maker put in a pop of purple right smack in … Read More...
Tutorial: FMQ a panel
Practice is necessary to master any skill and this is particularly so when it comes to free motion quilting (FMQ). But who wants to learn on the quilt top that took them months to create? And what if that same … Read More...
Free pattern: Fletcher chevron quilt
If you want to learn to quilt, you cannot get a better teacher than Wendi at Shiny Happy World. Of her pattern Fletcher, she explains,
… Read More...Like all my patterns, it’s designed especially for beginners, with links to video tutorials
How to add lights to your Halloween Quilt
This quilt (a portion shown here) is alight with Halloween fright. Do check out the cat’s expression (bottom right), so sweet I want it to be real. It was a gift quilt for Joanna of Applique Today from her MIL (mother-in-law). Joanna says she gets … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted placemats
Set a pretty table highlighting your favorite fabrics and dishware. Deanna of SewMcCool did just that by sewing up some placemats. The brocade trim and straight line quilting give it a polished finish. She takes you step-by-step how to make … Read More...
Child’s travel pillow + free pattern
This wonky house pillow has a robot greeting you at the front door, making it a perfect companion for little travelers on the go. Made by Bonnie at Sew Fishsticks, she shares there how to make the quilt block that … Read More...
Winner of Zentangle book
Congratulations Liz, you are commenter 34, and have won the draw for a copy of the book, Tangle Stitches for Quilters and Fabric Artists: Relax, Meditate, and Create with Rhythmic Stitches, by Jane Monk. I will send you a … Read More...
Save with kid’s washable markers
Talented quilter, Geta of Geta’s Quilting Studio, now spends 33 cents on a single washable colored marker instead of 12 dollars. This is yet another example of what happens when we think outside the box marketed and labeled ‘for quilters’. … Read More...
Review and giveaway: Tangle Stitches book
Disclaimer: I was given a copy of this book by the publisher to review. But as always, all opinions expressed here are 100 % my own.
Review: Step out with Tangle Stitches
Jane Monk is the teacher we all wish … Read More...
The happy quilt from Caohagan
This is a closeup of the most cheerful quilt I’ve seen in ages. Proud owner, Victoria at Fiberchick, admits she has yearned for one of these special quilts – made on the island of Caohagan – for over ten years. … Read More...
Tutorial: Baby quilt from BlueBird Park
Anorina of Samelia’s Mum welcomed a friend’s baby into the world with this sweet quilt. Of the pattern she explains,
It’s a simple design, but in my opinion, a baby quilt doesn’t really need to be overly complicated.
Agreed. I … Read More...
Free pattern: Fruit Ninja quilt
Freebie alert! Download the template and instructions for this stunning quilt at Leigh Laurel Studios. Avid blogger and designer Karin, made this quilt interesting with her color choices and the way it’s stitched, especially in the white areas.
Follow the … Read More...
Scrap splats yield 4 Log Cabin blocks
Dedicated scrap-keeper Rachael, of Rachael Rabbit, declares we quilters have it backwards. She explains,
… Read More...Instead of waiting for projects to inspire you to use your scraps. Sew all your scraps together to create ‘fabric’ and make them work for you.
Tutorial: Wildwood crib quilt
Made from the Wildwood fabric collection by Cloud 9 Fabrics, this pretty in pinks and blues quilt is the work of Kirsty at Bonjour Quilts. Of the project she explains,
… Read More...The pattern only requires simple patchwork sewing, using colour gradation
DIY: Euro pillows headboard
I made this temporary headboard from a *cutter quilt top and two European-style 26″ x 26″ pillows.
If you live in the United States, you can find these reasonably priced at HomeGoods, that’s where I bought mine.
*Quilters use this … Read More...
Pretty Liberty of London top
If you are a Liberty of London fabric collector, I’m sure you keep all your scraps after wrapping up a project. Vicky of Mad for Fabric made good use of some of hers with this adorable patchwork top. She says … Read More...
Rotary cutter blades a rip off?
After buying this carpet cutter
at my local Harbor Freight, I feel like Lee in that Swiffer commercial who exclaimed, “I’ve been living in a fool’s paradise.” Notice the product description says, “Ideal for Cutting Carpets or Quilts“. Right … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted mini tote
Susie of Susie’s Sunroom made a quilted basket that would be the perfect size to catch all the bits of thread that happen as you sew. It’s also a brilliant way to show off embellishments, like this pretty pink leaf. … Read More...
Tutorial: Spooky Halloween Quilt
This cat has me under its spell. It’s part of a Halloween quilt made by Amanda of Jedi Craft Girl. She did a guest post at Riley Blake Designs’ Cutting Corners blog where she shares how she made it. Done to showcase the Witch Hazel fabric line, she does … Read More...
Clever use of Halloween panels for quilt
Make an interesting seasonal quilt. Riel of The Q and the U did (top in progress) by fussy cutting 6 Halloween fabric panels, then sewing them together in a Kaleidoscope design. Also called a One Block Wonder, if you are not familiar with this technique, … Read More...