Sonja of Artisania has just released the pattern for her I Love Sushi quilt. It IS quirky and fun, just as her tagline professes. Here’s a closeup of one of the motifs, a rice bowl with chopsticks. Paper-pieced motifs create … Read More ...
Free pattern: Bird and flower applique block
Tristan Gallagher of C&T Publishing Blog offers a free applique pattern from the new book, My Whimsical Quilt Garden by Becky Goldsmith and Linda Jenkins. Their Piece O’ Cake Designs never fail to delight, so don’t miss this freebie. Get … Read More ...
Tutorial: Yvette’s fabric magnets
Yvette of Abernathy Crafts shows how to make these small, yet strong, fabric covered magnets. They are adorable! Get the tutorial.
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Freebies: Four Christmas-themed quilt projects
Jenny at Martingale’s Stitch This! is getting the word out that they are giving away four Christmas-themed ePatterns to include three quilts and one quilted table runner. Get the free patterns.
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Tutorial: Block 5 – Count the Stars out for Beginner’s QAL
It’s time for Block 5 in the Beginner’s Quilt Along in progress at the Quilting Gallery.
Here it is! Pat Sloan calls it Count the Stars, ’cause she can, but it’s also called the Friendship Star. This QAL offers … Read More ...
Tutorial: Reversible stroller quilt
Fabric Fascination says this reversible 36″ square quilt is the perfect size for a stroller or car seat. The gray background makes it work for all ages too. Get the tutorial.
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Quilt-y inspiration from a wafer
What does a bag of IKEA’s Godis Chokladran wafers have to do with quilting? Visit Monica of the Happy Zombie to learn more.
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Tutorial: Squares and Strips quilt
Allison of Cluck Cluck Sew made this quilt [top] with a fat quarter bundle she already had in her stash. Using the various fabrics from a bundle helps you get a scrappy feel. Plus, her easy, yet clever block design … Read More ...
Christmas in July Block-A-Thon at FreeSpirit
The FreeSpirit Fabric blog is kicking off a Christmas in July event that sounds like a perfect way to stay cool. Throughout the month, starting July 2nd, each participating blogger will post a tutorial showing how to create one of … Read More ...
Tutorial: Honey of a Preemie baby quilt
Making quilts for the tiniest of newborns, preemies, is something Linda of Buzzing and Bumbling says she loves to do when she has enough time. Of this self-described simple project she explains:
… Read More ...A simple bow-tie pieced bee with 3-D wings
Mini-Tute: No waste Granny Square quilt block
Jenna of Sew Happy Geek is on point in getting the most mileage from her fabrics when creating Granny Squares. She shares how on her blog. Get the mini-tute.
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Free pattern: Little Purple Pansies doll quilt
Becky of Patchwork Posse made this 15″ square doll quilt using up the limited number of purples in her stash. So sweet! Of the pattern she explains,
… Read More ...Now don’t go all crazy thinking that the blocks are tiny. They totally
Quilty-y tip for stitch and flip technique
Donna of Donna’s Quilts 4U2C guests posts at QM Quilty Pleasures sharing an insight she received to streamline the stitch and flip piecing technique. Her method allows you to skip the marking. Brilliant! Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Cherie’s sunny picnic blanket
Cherie of You and Mei guest posts at Delia Creates showing how to make this adorable patchwork picnic blanket. Her choice of duck cloth for the bottom makes it perfect for summer picnics and other outings. Get the tutorial.… Read More ...
Tute: Sun + Sea patchwork messenger bag
Rachael of Imagine Gnats guest posts at Sew Mama, Sew! showing how to make her Sun + Sea Patchwork Messenger Bag. It’s a perfect summertime accessory. Rachael even provides two options for the patchwork part of the bag – the … Read More ...