Yesterday, I shared Miss Print’s novel method of constructing an X Plus Block. But today, it’s back to trad. Australian Amanda Rolfe, in a YouTube video, takes on the X Plus Block – breaking it down into manageable units. This … Read More ...
The X Plus Block | EPP Template
Kaye Prince of Miss Print had an idea. She took this block that is traditionally pieced and created a template for English Paper Piecing (EPP). The upside to EPP is portability. Hand sewing is not for everyone, but it’s definitely … Read More ...
Lucky mini quilt + pattern
Megan Pitz of Canoe Ridge Creations created this monochromatic mini quilt to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Various shades of green fabrics make up the three leaves and stem of the clover. The white ground makes the design pop. She shares … Read More ...
Tutorial: Stitch a caboose
Today, Lori Kennedy of The Inbox Jaunt shares how to machine quilt the end of this cute circus train – the caboose. It’s one of several tutorials she’s presented via her Tuesday Tutorial platform. Others take up the train engine … Read More ...
DIY: Eagle quilt block
Adele Cosgrove-Bray shares this grid-based pattern of the eagle. Following her sketch, users can choose a block size, fabric scheme and get to sewing. Depending on chosen size one could make something as small as a potholder, pillow cover, or … Read More ...
Tutorial: ‘Checkered Garden’ quilt block
It’s almost Spring in the States and nearly Autumn in Australia. But no matter where you call home, sewing something new for the upcoming season is always a good idea. This quilt, created by Ashley of Film in the Fridge, … Read More ...
Inspiration: Gingham Block Coasters
Heidi Staples of Fabric Mutt did a guest post at fat quarter Shop to kick off Pattern Makeover. The idea is to use a book you already own, and create something stand-a-lone. Heidi created these coasters that way. Selecting something … Read More ...
Tutorial: Stars quilt
Sarah Craig of Confessions of a Fabric Addict created “Exploding Stars” as part of her Stunning Stars Quilt Along!. The bright solids against a deep gray background make those stars shine. The straight-line quilting keeps the look sleek. This would … Read More ...
FQ Fun Pattern: ‘All Stacked Up’
Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl and Amber of Gigi’s Thimble created the quilt pattern “All Stacked Up” as a way to use large scale and directional prints successfully. It’s part of their Five fat quarter Fun Pattern series, and as … Read More ...
Quilted baby mat + complete pattern
Kirsty Cleverly of Bonjour Quilts created this 36 inch square quilt mat for baby to have a special place to play. In it, she features fabrics from the Blueberry Park collection by Karen Lewis for Robert Kaufman. Of her project … Read More ...
Embellish a grocery store tote
Kerby Smith of We All Sew created this project, and it’s a win-win. He took a photo of a friend’s puppy and digitally manipulated onto a red heart with a black ground. He printed the image to fabric, then stitched … Read More ...
Tutorial: Strawberry Thief Hearts Quilt
The hearts in this quilt show off to perfection The Strawberry Thief fabric collection. The blog by the same name shares detailed instructions on how to make the blocks. The heart shape is pieced, not appliqued, and I have to … Read More ...
Quilt- Paper Piece a pussy cat
It’s brilliant how Charise, of Charise Creates, fussy cut the eyes of this cat with bluebirds. She finishes this sweet feline face with blue and red embroidery threads atop tiny pink hearts. Be still my heart. A talented quilter, she … Read More ...
Tutorial: ‘Love Within’ heart block
Michele, (aka Mishka) of the Quilting Gallery, did a guest post at Craftsy blog showing how to make this quilt block. The contrasting hearts in red and turquoise make a visual impact I never get tired of seeing. Plus, as … Read More ...
Tutorial: Sweetheart ornaments + free pattern
A slice of Sacher torte and a truffle are the center of these yummy looking Valentine’s Day ornaments. Susi of Tiny Toffee Designs sewed these up using fabric, felt and a bit of ribbon. Her tutorial includes a free download … Read More ...