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Mini Quilting: 35 modern projects: Quick-to-sew designs to use up fabric from your stash

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If you’re passionate about quilting but find large-scale projects intimidating or time-consuming, Mini Quilting: 35 Projects for Quick-to-Sew Keepsakes is a delightful breath of fresh air. This book by author and quilt designer Carolyn Forster invites readers into the charming world of mini quilts, offering a creative playground for quilters of all skill levels.

The book provides 35 beautifully designed mini-quilt projects that are perfect for exploring different techniques without committing to a full-sized quilt. It emphasizes speed, versatility, and the joy of crafting something meaningful in a smaller format.

Each project in the book is crafted to be completed in a fraction of the time required for traditional quilting. This is ideal for quilters juggling busy schedules or looking to experiment with new styles.

The book introduces techniques such as patchwork, appliqué, embroidery, and hand-quilting, allowing readers to expand their skillset while creating functional art pieces like coasters, wall hangings, and table runners.

The projects are inspired by classic and modern quilting trends, making it easy to adapt the designs to suit your personal aesthetic.

 Mini quilts are perfect for quilters who want to complete projects quickly without sacrificing quality.
Skill Development: These smaller projects are ideal for trying out new techniques or honing existing skills. They allow for experimentation without the pressure of a large investment in materials or time.

Mini quilts are incredibly versatile. They make wonderful gifts, can be used as décor items, or serve functional purposes like placemats or trivets.
Eco-Friendly: Because they require less fabric, mini quilts are an excellent way to use up scraps and reduce fabric waste.

 Clear instructions and step-by-step guidance make this book accessible even to those new to quilting.
Inspirational Photography: The vibrant images throughout the book serve as both a guide and a source of inspiration.
Variety of Styles: From traditional to contemporary, there’s a project for every quilting style.
While the book excels in providing straightforward and appealing projects, more advanced quilters might wish for a few more challenging options to push their boundaries.

Mini Quilting: 35 Projects for Quick-to-Sew Keepsakes is a fantastic resource for anyone looking to dive into the world of quilting or seasoned quilters seeking quick, satisfying projects. Its focus on mini quilts not only celebrates creativity but also champions sustainability and efficiency. Whether you’re creating a heartfelt gift or adding a personal touch to your home, this book is sure to inspire and delight.

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Make Your Cross Stitch into an Iron On Patch

A while back I made a little rainbow cross stitch pattern and I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do with it, so I turned it into a patch. My idea was that it could be used on a jacket or backpack, or you could add a pin to the back and wear it temporarily on a shirt or elsewhere. 

But what if you want to make your design more permanent? Is it possible to turn a piece of cross stitch into an iron-on design?

It turns out yes, it is, and Sirious Stitches has done it so I didn’t have to try to figure it out on my own. 

The way they did it was by using HeatnBond, an iron-on adhesive that attaches fabrics without sewing. There was still sewing involved to finish the edges of the cross stitch fabric and make it look like a purchased patch. The post shows how to do this by hand or with your sewing machine. (I just did blanket stitch edging on mine, which doesn’t look like a “real” patch but is also a lot faster.)

Once you have the patch prepared it’s a pretty easy matter of using the fusible adhesive to the back of the patch so you can then iron it onto whatever jacket, pair of jeans, bag or whatever else you might want to add it to. 

I guess I’m a little paranoid about the washability of cross stitch projects, though you could hand wash anything with an iron-on cross stitch patch as you might need to with a purchased iron-on patch, anyway. But this does look really cool and is a great option if you know you want to permanently add a cross stitch patch to a garment of bag. 

Get the full tutorial over at Sirious Stitches. Would you add an iron-on cross stitch patch to something? I’d love to hear what you would use this technique for!

[Photo: Sirious Stitches]