It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Star of wonder, star of light, star of royal beauty bright. I’m really feeling that December magic with this group. Just tease out those patterns! I love how these blocks interact in surprising and intricate ways.
Read MoreWhen you’re new to sewing, the array of options in color, fabric and pattern is dizzying. All of those getting-started choices can be quite a hurdle, which is why Kate developed the swatch service concept.
Read MoreThere are so many styles of patchwork I’d love to sew. Same for you? I’m really enjoying that with my 2022 sampler I get to dig into a shape, and repeat it a bit before moving onto something new. Here’s my dance with Orange Peel.
Read MoreI’ve been sewing an Ice Cream Soda EPP quilt for almost two and a half years now. I refuse to rush the process or set any goals for myself, so it’s slipped contentedly in and out of my attention during that time. Now I begin the filler pieces.
Read MoreWeaving together my life as a maker and other spheres of life: Best of November, planning a Christmas dress, celebrating this Honeycomb Stars Milky Way and re-instating a Christmas tradition on this side of the pond.
Read MoreI love this time of year for all the best reasons, but it’s also a nice time to score some deals on fabric. It’s easy to shop from the comfort of home and support these small businesses online. Wishing you a wonderful weekend!
Read MoreTomorrow is Thanksgiving! I appreciate the reminder not only to be grateful, but to express that gratitude. So today I’d like to thank you, dear readers, for your presence in this space. Today I’m giving away 3 patterns of your choice to 3 lucky winners!
Read MoreI’m preparing a block-of-the-month for 2022! In the coming weeks I’ll be sewing and sharing installments. The first one was that Sawtooth Burst and here is the second. Each ensemble features classic patchwork that’s designed to interweave at the end as a fantastic, dancing ensemble.
Read MoreThis autumn rendition has all my favorite fall colors: plum, red, amber and peach. It’s a spectacular sunset of hues that seems to celebrate where I find myself now - settled into a home I love and into a life that fills me with satisfaction, gratitude and hope.
Read MoreOn sunny days, I absolutely love to begin in the studio, basting and setting up a fresh project for longarm quilting. Not every day is so picture perfect, of course. But this one, which began with a fresh autumn bouquet and plenty of light, was one I knew I must share with you!
Read MoreLet’s join these lovely hexagon blocks together into a glowing quilt top. Luckily, it’s all normal patchwork piecing - no y-seams or hand sewing here. Get into a groove and enjoy the rhythm this week!
Read MoreCome see, come see! I’ve embarked on a fresh new project. Like any new project, it’s exciting, not the least because it’s going to be scrappy and it’s going to be all patchwork (no words!) and it’s going to be a combination of classic patchwork and a modern layout. Eeee!
Read MoreSince moving to The Netherlands, I joined a European group of quilters who sew quilts for charity. It’s part of do. Good Stitches, a charity quilting movement I founded in 2010 which still has groups active all over the world.
Read MoreThis sew-along has been straightforward, blissfully repetitive and predictable. Only, you might be surprised that this week there are half as many blocks as usual to sew! I can’t wait to see my blocks all together.
Read MoreFall colors are my favorite anyhow, so it’s the perfect time of year to be shaping my Patchwork Selfie project. The warm, rich tones feel simultaneously cozy and lux. Other favorite things: books, flowers, chocolate and color. color. color.
Read MoreLimited Time - 90% off the first delivery of any fabric club!?! Yes, that’s basically free fabric, and it’s true that you can cancel at any time. Are they crazy? Think of it as confident. Annie’s is betting that you’ll love it, once you give it a try.
Read MoreOooh! I’m loving this. Each time I add another layer of value it makes it better and better. But, you now what? I do spy something I might want to change in my value blend. Fortunately the blocks are easy to move and rearrange.
Read MoreI enjoy sharing the different ways that society can be organized because it opens up possibilities for gratitude and maybe even change. So, are you curious about how children’s sports and extracurriculars are set up in The Netherlands?
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