Ever tried to sew a scrappy quilt with all your scraps and ran into trouble? This kind of wild scrap sewing was supposed to be effortless and still look fantastic, but - - hmmm - - it looks a bit like mud? Here are my secrets for All Colors In scrap quilts.
Read MoreI would love to hang a quilt in my living room that adds warmth and artistry to our space. But, designing a quilt for this task is intimidating! Where to even begin? These are some questions to consider: environment, style, color, format + finishing.
Read MoreThe wonky star block has a sort of organic twinkle. The irregular points flash with personality. It’s my favorite block for using up triangle scraps, as each block uses 8 triangles - one for each star point! This tutorial is flexible for making block of diverse sizes.
Read MoreSo, you’ve finished that special quilt. Hurrah! Now photograph it, while your enthusiasm is fresh. You don’t need a special camera or a professional set up to take good quilt photographs. I hope that these tips will inspire you to document your creativity in all its original glory. Your quilt is totally worth the trouble!
Read MoreMy first coins are really hitting the spot! I barely have to think when I match up two fabrics for a strip of coins, especially since my sewing recipe is quite relaxed. Here’s my recipe for a quick, scrappy coin quilt sewn from string scraps.
Read MoreThe main goal of scrap fabric organization is simple: Access. Here is my recipe for happy scrappy organization. What to save, when to trim and how to sort by color and scrap type, depending upon the size of your scrap collection.
Read MorePatchwork curtains are a fantastic way to enjoy your favorite fabrics every day. They add so much personality to your space! This tutorial is designed to help you sew patchwork curtains in whatever size will suit your needs. Happy decorating!
Read MoreEnjoy this free, fancy string block pattern! When multiple Monument blocks are nested together, the stripes form concentric squares, bringing to mind the rhythmic steps and layered facade of a classical building. The block is foundation paper pieced and 8” finished.
Read MoreIf your quilt-in-progress has blocks that interact with each other you need some way to stay organized so that everything will match up at the end. Don’t have a design wall? No worries. Here’s how to easily organize your quilt project so it can be packed away, while keeping everything where it should be.
Read MoreChoosing fabrics, cutting neat piles of squares and finally sewing them into blocks - it’s all a journey of discovery since you never quite know how it will all turn out. Today what we’ve imagined finally takes shape as a cohesive whole!
Read MoreThe economy block is quick to sew and offers fun fabric play. This free tutorial yields an 8” finished block via traditional piecing methods. Margin-for-error is built-in, since some pieces are oversized to allow for easy trimming of the finished block.
Read MoreAre you new to foundation paper piecing and itching to sew the Confetti quilt? The pattern is not written for beginners, but that needn’t stop you. Tips & Videos today for those new to this technique.
Read MorePotholders are a fun little gift to make. They’re always useful and easy to personalize with the right colors and fabrics. Enjoy this free machine paper piecing tutorial!
Read MoreDo you know what I love? Using patchwork to recover dining room chairs. It’s makes them so fresh and full of personality, and is rather easy to do. Here are the steps to make it happen!
Read MoreIf you find yourself losing steam after your patchwork quilt top is made, you’re not alone. But wait! Finishing that quilt is going to be soooo rewarding. Here are some ideas to help you push on to make that quilt backing.
Read MoreWhen the weather turned quite chilly, I noticed our back door has a bit of a draft. What a good excuse for some patchwork! Nothing makes a living room more cozy, right? This simple tutorial creates a long, cylindrical draft stopper pillow.
Read MoreYes, you can take a sewing machine as carry-on baggage by train or airplane. The trick is to check the regulations of your particular travel provider to ensure that your machine is neither too big or too heavy to make the trip.
Read MoreThe Cross block is an improv patchwork classic. It’s easy to sew and super scrap-friendly. If you’re new to improv piecing start here! There are just enough decisions to feel free and relaxing, but never overwhelming.
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