Thrift is at the heart of patchwork. In baskets, bins, drawers and jars all over the world, we tuck away the trimmings from other projects until we have enough for something new. Something Made From Scrap.
Read MoreDid you know that Bernina designs an affordable range of sewing machines? Until now the Swiss-designed Bernette series was not available for sale online, but Bernina has officially
Read MoreThese Lake Cabin quilts are quick and rewarding! I so enjoy the opportunity to use both square and strip scraps in one project and then set those pretty blocks awash in a favorite hue.
Read MoreAnother month of precious babyhood has flown. Elora has been our bright spot in an otherwise slow and uneventful summer. We each find silly ways to tease out her squeals and smiles every day.
Read MoreSeveral things have been brewing this summer
Read MoreDo you know what I found when I finished my Lake Cabin baby quilt top? Scraps. Lots of leftover scraps. Those suckers are resilient. But so am I!
Read MoreWith your patchwork top and backing ready, finishing this blanket is going to be nice and quick. Today we'll attach the blanket tie (optional) and assemble the layers.
Read MoreDo you ever find yourself going in so many directions that you're not at all sure which way you are going
Read MoreToday I'll be sharing some pointers for sewing your rainbow patchwork and assembling a backing for your rainbow picnic blanket. This patchwork itself is really so easy that
Read MoreThis summer I am working through my scraps. Not only because it's incredibly satisfying to make something from leftover bits and pieces
Read MoreI bet that all those bright, vibrant colors are begging to become a rainbow, so let's do our cutting and arrange them in a beautiful rainbow blend!
Read MoreWith Aria enrolled in 7th grade public school, Liam will be center stage at home for his 5th grade year. I'm excited! He's at a great age academically for getting all of my attention.
Read MoreAll finished! This is Inside Out Cabin, an improv quilt made mostly without rulers, quilted by Emerson Quilting and inspired by the sixth score of The Improv Handbook for Modern Quilters
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