Lynda from Bloom, Bake and Create is so excited about a new technique she recently tried to dye fabric she’s sharing how she did it. One ingredient in the dye bath is snow, shown. There will be three parts to … Read More ...
Tutorial: Fabric dying for rabbit applique
Nicci from Dye N’ Stitch is dying fabric to use in a project to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Today she shares how to leave designs on the fabric using the shibori dying method. Tomorrow she will make a rabbit … Read More ...
Tutorial: Mini Art Quilt Stand
Cheryl from Muppin.com shares her secret for displaying multiple mini quilts at craft shows. She starts with a trip to the office supply store and once home reaches for some quilt batting. Get the know-how.… Read More ...
Artsy cross over bag
This quilted bag has definite cool factor. Picture yourself wearing this to your local cyber cafe to meet all your artsy friends for a coffee latte. Called The Amanda Bag, you can download the pattern for $9.00 USD at … Read More ...
Tutorial: Scrappy Crochet Hook Roll
Sarah from FairyFace Designs used some of her precious Urban Zoologie Owls fabric in this Scrappy Crochet Hook Roll. Now she’s sharing with us how she did it. Yeah! Get the tute.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Patchwork wristlet purse
Ayumi from Pink Penguin shows how she made this pretty little wristlet purse. Think of using up some of your scraps for this project since you only need a couple dozen 2 1/2″ fabric squares. Her instructions are clear accompanied … Read More ...
Find a Pair of Mittens quilt
The talent behind From the Strawberry Patch created this quilt pattern to showcase her growing collection of pieced mitten blocks. The wording on the quilt says, Mittens, mittens everywhere…but can you find a pair? She’s challenging herself to make a … Read More ...
Tutorial: Patchwork potholder + fabric bowl
Kathreen from Whip Up shares how she made this lovely ensemble – patchwork potholder pair and fabric fruit bowl. Get the know-how.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Valentine’s table runner
Jennifer from Two Butterflies whipped up this lacy table runner to set the mood for Valentine’s Day. Mood set. She assures readers that this is a simple project with only the most basic quilting skills necessary to succeed. So, beginners … Read More ...
Newsy: Issue 4 Fat Quarterly
It’s almost here. The Fat Quarterly Issue 4 – Solids eZine is out Thursday Jan 27th. Woo hoo! You can preview some sample pages before committing to buy. It’s $8.00 for a single issue and $28.00 for a one year … Read More ...
Newsy: 4-Patch Fun! Block of the Month
Don’t miss the fun. Benita from Victoriana Quilters is hosting a 4-Patch Fun! Block of the Month (BOM) which will run from January to June 2011. Each block is only available for that particular month. Visit her post to receive … Read More ...
Bloggy book tour for Quilt Remix
Take an online tour to see what some superstar bloggers are saying about Emily Cier’s new book Quilt Remix.
January 10: Katie Pedersen – Sew Katie Did
January 11: Kathy Mack – Pink Chalk Studio
January 12: Julie Herman –
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The crafty talent behind 2 little hooligans just launched a new set of tutorials that focus on using a fat quarter in a sewing project. She’s a busy work at home mom so she promises all projects will be small … Read More ...
Free pattern: Child’s Tea Table Topper
Wendy from Ivory Spring designed and created this sweet quilt to feature fabric line A is for Annabelle. Called Tea for Me, it uses a simple rail fence block (perfect for beginning quilters). The appliqued tea cup in the center … Read More ...
Free pattern: Puff (biscuit) quilt
Amara from Bramcost Publications shares this quilt pattern from the 1950s so readers can add a little vintage to their new year. Called puff or biscuit quilt, this free pattern is yours, free. Go to Vintage Puff Quilt Pattern.… Read More ...