This Prairie Point Star Ornament tutorial is for a Christmas Tree Ornament or decoration. I think I would skip the blue fabric for more festive colors but that is entirely up to you and your quilting decor. This Quilting tutorial … Read More ...
Wonky Starburst Mug Rug – Tutorial
This free quilting pattern is for a simple Placemat or Mug Rug. This tutorial is perfect for anyone who loves a little crazy layout. Its an uneven starburst effect created with contrasting fabrics. Such a great way to use up … Read More ...
An Easy Baby Doll Quilt Pattern
This is a fantastic way to use up your colorful fabric scraps and create a one-of-a-kind quilt for a doll or stuffed animal. You could even make more blocks and create a matching quilt for your kids! Grab the quilting … Read More ...
Wonky Log Cabin Quilt Pattern
This Wonky Log Cabin is intentionally wonky. You know like the first few quilts I made were too *wink wink*. This quilting pattern uses up scraps of fabric to create a wonky to the naked eye, but amazing quilt. You … Read More ...
Four Corners Quilt For Beginners
This quilt is perfect for beginners as it uses straight lines and strips of fabric. It is perfect for using up scraps too. You can grab the full tutorial and pattern over at Quirkygranolagirl. (love that name)… Read More ...
Simple Jelly Roll Quilt For Beginners
This Simple Jelly Roll Quilt Tutorial is made using one jelly roll, or a stack of fabric scraps. This quick and simple jelly roll quilt is great for beginner quilters as it make up really and uses simple straight … Read More ...
Ta Dah!: Patchwork doll slippers
So precious is my Liberty collection, I save every little scrap from sewing projects, don’t you? Now, look at what Heidi, of Fabric Mutt, made. She pieced tiny strips of Liberty fabric to make the tops of these baby … Read More ...
Tutorial: 24-patch quilted postcards
Cathy Perlmutter of Gefilte Quilt shares on her blog how to create a stack of quilted postcards that when complete, you can slip in the mail. Design-wise, she went charm, notice each batik fabric square is unique. Large stitch quilting … Read More ...
Tutorial: Uncut Diamonds quilt blocks
Controlled chaos, or maybe informed improv, is the look these Uncut Diamond blocks lend to this quilt top. Created by Emily of Em’s Scrapbag, she likes this block because it uses up her fabric scraps. Lucky for us, and … Read More ...
Tutorial: Travel cord holder from fabric scraps
A favorite fabric, where you only have a few scraps left, is the perfect supply for this DIY cord holder project. Thought up and executed by Diann of Little Penguin Quilts, while contemplating a trip, she shares on her … Read More ...
Luminary pattern makes for easy improv
Jamie Swanson created this stunning quilt, Luminary. I’ve seen several versions of the pattern made up in my romps through the blogosphere. One maker added an applique to the half-star base so the motif looks like a peacock. Another, … Read More ...
Tutorial: Fabric on canvas wall decor
We fabric stashers all have pieces we adore, yet stumble when it comes to using them creatively. The whys will vary, but for me, it’s usually a unique motif that makes the most sense uncut. Well, Katie of Running with … Read More ...
8 Denim Jean Quilt Patterns
Don’t throw out that holey pair of jeans! They make for a great quilt and when paired up with a few different fabrics, you can make quite the beauty. Check out this list of 8 patterns to make a denim … Read More ...
Tutorial: No guilt patchwork pincushions
Ever notice how q-u-i-l-t is one letter off from g-u-i-l-t? I get some of the latter if during a project, I throw away even the tiniest fabric scraps. How about you? Kim Sherrod of Lily Patch Quilts, comes to our … Read More ...
Tutorial: Scrappy strip quilt 6 ways
Charming and cheerful quilt top
Cats amid bright strips of fabric make this quilt top sing. Made by Allison, of Cluck Cluck Sew, she says this is a great way to thin out the scraps from your stash. I’d … Read More ...