I believe some of our best work comes when we are not focused on the big things. Take Maureen Cracknell for instance. After releasing a new fabric collection for Art Gallery Fabrics called Wild & Free – yes, this is … Read More ...
Newsy: Crafty mags going away
Soon, you will cease to see these magazines on store shelves or in your mailbox. Sadly, the parent company, All American Crafts, closed its doors last week. Specifically dear to my heart are two of their publications, The Quilter and … Read More ...
Tutorial: Halloween Parlor quilt
Nothing foretells trouble ahead like a raven. Michelle of Michelle’s Romantic Tangle puts hers smack in the middle of this quilt. Appliqued to a fabric string block in neutral hues, she finishes the look with diamonds extending all the way … Read More ...
Best storefront winner + giveaway
You’ve done it. You’ve broken the tie between the top two contenders in my Best Fabric Shop Storefront Contest. And the winner is…drum roll please…The Quilt Shop. This fabric shop is located in a picturesque Victorian village – Eureka Springs, … Read More ...
Ta Dah!: Rainbow quilt
Michelle of Buttontree Lane shares her latest make, a quilt she affectionately calls, “Don’t Mess with My Rainbow”. It’s a stunner. She started with a Jelly Roll (precut fabrics) of bright fabric strips, paired them with a solid, then sewed … Read More ...
Vote between two storefronts
For the last week, votes have been coming in for my Best Fabric Shop Storefront Contest. Thanks for your many responses and great comments. I planned to name a winner this morning, but cannot, because we have a tie. And, … Read More ...
Winner: Where Women Create Quilters
I have a winner for my book giveaway. Via Random. org, the draw goes to Anne Marie, commentor #24. I adore her procrastination story, her wedding day no less. I will contact Anne Marie privately to let her know she … Read More ...
Tutorial: Toddler Nap Mat
Christina McKinney shares a tutorial over at Birch Fabrics blog showing how to make this snuggle-ready nap mat for a preschooler. She used fleece and several fabrics from the Feather River collection created by Jay-Cyn Designs. The attached pillowcase is … Read More ...
Hanging quilts and a hop
Teje of Nero’s Post and Patch shows us some of her washed quilts drying in the sun; this in anticipation of a physical move. Is there a better sight in the world? No, not in my world. Further, she discusses … Read More ...
Nail polish mini quilt
Quilting can be hard on your nails, but that doesn’t mean we makers don’t want ours to look pretty. Katy Jones of Monkey Do (I’m a Ginger Monkey), made this mini quilt with a free pattern she found over at … Read More ...
Vote: Best Fabric Shop Storefront
I cannot wait to see the winner. You decide. When you go to the survey (just click the image), there will be a link to each week’s post which will include a photo of the shop I nominated for that … Read More ...
One and done mini quilt
Tonya of The Crafty Mummy kicks off the 12 Months of Mini Quilt event with this cheerful creation. Made from a single quilt block, she said her inspiration for the design came from one of her cross stitch patterns. … Read More ...
Giveaway: Where Women Create Quilters
As promised in my review of Where Women Create Quilters, I’m giving away a copy of this wonderful book to a Craft Gossip reader. Published and compiled by Jo Packham, this book is not only inspirational, but comes with … Read More ...
Book review: Where Women Create Quilters
Jo Packham, editor of the Where Women Create series, presents a fanciful peek into the creative spaces and minds of various artists. Last October, she came out with Quilters, Their Quilts, Their Studios, Their Stories
. Excitement ensued. And though … Read More ...
Week 6: Best Fabric Shop Storefront
Purl Soho charms with its pretty paint color in a historic building. This week’s nominee is located in New York City. It’s been fun to focus on the form (like a good summer read) when it comes to fabric shops. … Read More ...