Patterns, patchworks and projects
There’s something quietly satisfying about sitting down with a new quilting book and just flipping through the pages. No pressure to start a project straight away — just browsing the photos, pausing on designs … Read More ...
Few quilt patterns capture the imagination quite like the Lone Star quilt. With its intricate design and bold geometric layout, this timeless pattern has been a favorite among quilters for generations. Whether you’re drawn to its mesmerizing symmetry, its potential … Read More ...
If you’ve ever stood in front of a ruler display and thought, “Surely I don’t need all of these?” — you are absolutely right.
Quilting rulers multiply fast. Triangles. Squares. Half-square triangle trim tools. Specialty shapes. It’s enough to … Read More ...
(Block Libraries That Turn One Idea Into Endless Quilts)
One of the easiest ways to become a more confident quilter is to start thinking in blocks instead of full quilt patterns
When you have a good quilt block reference book … Read More ...
If you’ve been quilting for any length of time, you’ve got scraps. Not the neat, coordinated kind you see in perfectly styled sewing rooms online. I mean the real scraps — the leftover binding strips, the almost-too-small fat quarter pieces, … Read More ...
Every now and then a quilt project comes along that feels less like a pattern and more like a story unfolding block by block. That’s exactly the feeling behind the Family Reunion Quilt Seeds Finishing Kit, and if you’ve … Read More ...
The Ohio Star quilt block is one of those timeless designs that never goes out of style. It’s bold, graphic, and surprisingly beginner-friendly — once you understand the half-square triangle construction.
If you’ve been searching for how to make an … Read More ...
There’s something about nautical quilts that feels like a little holiday in fabric form. Sailboats, beach huts, whales, sea glass colours, lighthouses, and wavey coastal prints all have that breezy, summer-house charm that works just as well in a guest … Read More ...
There’s something so comforting about a well-curated fabric stash. The colors, the textures, the possibilities — it’s like having a personal library of inspiration waiting for you. And that’s exactly why I look forward to Fat Quarter Shop’s Precut … Read More ...
If you’ve ever seen a Quilts of Valor presentation, you’ll know it’s one of the most emotional and meaningful moments in the quilting community. A handmade quilt is wrapped around a veteran or service member as a symbol of … Read More ...
Let’s have a real chat about scrap quilts.
If you’ve been quilting for more than five minutes, you probably have a scrap bin. Or three. Mine started as a cute little basket and somehow evolved into a full drawer … Read More ...
If you’ve spent any time in the quilting world lately, you’ve probably noticed a charming little trend strutting across our feeds: chickens. Cute chickens, vintage chickens, modern farmyard chickens — and yes, even what many makers affectionately call their “… Read More ...
Every quilter eventually reaches a point where they want to move beyond simply following patterns and start really understanding why certain techniques work.
That’s exactly the feeling I had when I started looking through The Patchwork Companion: Master Skills with … Read More ...
If you’ve ever had thread snap mid-seam, create lint fuzz in your machine, or leave your quilt feeling stiff… you already know thread matters more than we think.
When I first started quilting, I grabbed whatever spool was closest. Thread … Read More ...
If your scrap bin is bursting with tiny leftover pieces and you can’t quite throw them away… welcome to crumb quilting.
A crumb quilt is one of the most forgiving, creative, and satisfying quilting projects you can make. It turns … Read More ...