We all know how hard our sewing machines work for us. Jake Finch, publisher at GenQ Magazine, shows hers some love with this embroidered and quilted cover. Modern and playful, it not only looks great, it keeps the dust … Read More ...
Free pattern: Genny and Ruth quilt
Elizabeth Hartman’s first ever fabric collection for Robert Kaufman came out this Fall. Called Rhoda Ruth, after her grandmother’s name, it comes in three colorways: Petal, Nature and Nightfall. Petal is showcased in the quilt you see here in a … Read More ...
Tute: Log Cabin Pot Holder
With only Christmas fabric scraps and a couple of hours, you can whip up some festive pot holders like these cuties. The Log Cabin front is a classic choice, and the red binding gives it a pop. Don’t celebrate Christmas? … Read More ...
Free Quilting Block pattern: Bird block
This bright bird block pattern is one of nine quilt blocks that make up a charming mini quilt called “Birds on a Fence”. The pattern (for the entire quilt) appeared in McCall’s Quilting, September/October 2012 issue, which you can … Read More ...
Tutorial: Noel Table Topper
Have you tried DecoFoil on fabric? Jaquelynne Steves, from The Art of Home, has and is so impressed with its ability to add a vintage look to fabric she’s gunning for you to try it. With that in mind, she … Read More ...
Tutorial: Improv patchwork denim bag
When my fridge is empty, I head straight to my cupboard for beans and rice. Similarly, a sewer can use what she has on-hand to create a pantry project. Teresa at Sewn Up TeresaDownUnder took a castaway pair of jeans … Read More ...
Square Peg quilt | Tute
The colors in this quilt make it sing (opera). Alison Vermilya, of Little Bunny Quilts, made it using fabric from the Basic Mixologie collection. This StudioM fabric line is so popular right now, thefat quarter Shop has a waiting … Read More ...
Rainbow Belle Block
Everything’s coming up rainbows over at The Crafty Mummy. That’s Tonya’s take on the blocks she’s making as part of the Farmer’s Wife 1930’s Sampler Quilt Sew-Along. Besides having fun along the way, each participant will end the journey … Read More ...
Free pattern: Simple Stocking
Stockings abound in stores now, some pretty, some plain, but none will have your loved ones name on it. Wendi, of Shiny Happy World, has you covered with her latest free project. She explains,
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Snowflake Quilt Along
If you join the Snowflake Quilt Along, you can snuggle under your own version of this modern quilted throw this winter. Maker, Faith, of Fresh Lemons, shares instructions for how to make it, while a guest at Bernina’s We … Read More ...
Oh Crap, I lost my needle!
Ever wonder why so many DIYers show us tutes on needle keepers and pin cushions? Simple. We lose them mid-project. I cannot recall the last time it happened to me. Kidding. Truth is, I lost a needle Saturday after I … Read More ...
Inspired jumbo pillow + tute
Using a fabric motif to advantage, Sachiko, of Tea Rose Home, created this tiny treasure. A pillow, measuring only 2″ x 2″, it’s small by normal standards, but since it sits in her miniature sewing room, she refers to it … Read More ...
DIY: Geometric quilt for wall or bed
This stunning quilt (top) came about after Jeran McConnel of Oleander and Palm spied a geometric style rug from Anthropologie that spoke to her. As a statement piece for the home, I prefer her quilt. If you like it too, … Read More ...
Tutorial: Hand tied baby quilt
Nothing warms the heart more than sewing a blanket to welcome the birth of a baby. Chris, of Made By ChrissieD, has had great success with this snuggly, aka a quilt. And lucky for us, she’s whipped up a tutorial … Read More ...
Feathers mini quilt tutorial
Sedef, of Down Grapevine Lane, made a mini quilt that features feathers against a charcoal ground. As wall decor, it’s pretty and sophisticated. I enjoyed reading how she came up with her idea for this project. It involves a … Read More ...