Brush up on your quilting skills this year with the Bocks2Quilt series on The Sewing Loft. Block 1 is this sweet Mitten Block.
Block instructions are given for 2 sizes- 12″ finished and 6″ finished.… Read More ...
Halloween Quilt Pattern
If you’re looking for a quilt that subtly embraces the spirit of Halloween without being overtly festive, this Halloween-themed quilt pattern is a perfect choice. The design cleverly incorporates Halloween elements in a way that’s subtle yet charming, making it
Patchwork Heart Panel
Square Motif Free Motion Quilting Pattern
This design, is from the book Shape by Shape, Collection 2
, is all about the echoing, making it a really forgiving design. When in doubt, just add more echo lines. The dense quilting is perfect for drawing your eyes … Read More ...
Star Quilt Project
It’s been a little whilst since we posted but here goes. This is a free project/pattern.
This one is called Seeing Stars, by Alex Anderson, and is from Make Star Quilts.
FINISHED QUILT: 48 1/2? × 54 1/2?
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Video tutorial: X Plus Block
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...