This is brilliant. Instead of a last-minute dash to the Dollar Store to get a gift bag for a party, do what Sherri did. Make up some fabric patchwork gift bags to have on hand for that next special occasion. … Read More ...
Inspiration: Puss In Boots fat quarter
I want it, I need it, This and That From Japan has it. What is it? A fat quarter of fairy tale Puss In Boots Japanese cotton fabric. Sigh. See more photos and get purchasing info here.… Read More ...
Japanese patchwork containers
Quilters, this adorable IKEA hack could also be done with your favorite fabric scraps. Find out how Cindy from IKEA Hackers transformed simple containers at Asker Patchwork.
A big thank you goes to Amy at Mod Podge Rocks for … Read More ...
Giveaway: Heather Bailey fabric or a box, you decide
Clair at Tea and Bickies is hosting a giveaway – 38 quarter yards of Bijoux and Pop Garden from Heather Bailey OR you can choose a box.
This box. She said there could be great stuff in it or not. … Read More ...
Patchwork prints, aka cheater cloth | late 1800s
Barbara Brackman at BB’s Material Culture attended a talk by Deborah E. Kraak who presented AQSG paper Patchwork Prints in America 1878-1900. Barbara explains,
… Read More ...We tend to call it cheater cloth or faux [fake] patchwork, both 20th century terms.
DIY: Fall wreath from fabric and paper
Get your Fall on with fabric scraps and plain white paper turned into feathers. Melissa at Brown Bobbin shares how she made it. Go to the tutorial.
Via Craftgawker.… Read More ...
Our Lady of Guadalupe crazy quilt for Christmas
Miki at 15 Minutes Play is working on this Christmas quilt. A center fabric panel of religious icon Our Lady of Guadalupe is surrounded by 12 crazy quilt patchwork blocks. Read more about it on her blog.… Read More ...
Travel quilt for niece | a definite plus for sister
Emily at The Student/Teacher made this travel quilt for her one year old niece using a traditional plus sign design. This was on purpose. She explains,
… Read More ...I went with the plus sign design because I know my sister feels ambivalent
Tutorial: Flying Geese quilt for little girl
This quilt sure says little girl. Melissa at Sew BitterSweet Designs used the Flying Geese pattern in the quilt – all cut from a Moda precut (Jelly Roll (precut fabrics)). It was a gift to her best friend’s little … Read More ...
Silk ties into a quilt to remember Dad
Sarah at The AfterCraft finished this lovely modern quilt. She explains,
… Read More ...This is a upcycled quilt I was commissioned for by a young woman whose father had passed away and she had kept his ties. She wanted the ties to
Pattern pick: Whirlygigs Quilt at Indygo Junction
Tammy Gilley created this quilt design for Indygo Junction. The larger than normal blocks make it a great choice for showing off large scale and/or graphic fabrics, so modern. Available for sale at Indygo Junction for $9.99 USD. Click HERE … Read More ...
Ta Dah!: Fabric basket for a swap
Cindy at Fluffy Sheep Quilting used a tutorial at Pink Penguin to make this fabric basket for her swap partner. A quilter, she said she joined this swap to force herself to try smaller projects. Smart! Click HERE to read … Read More ...
Custom Baby Balls by Patchwork Delights
Is this not the cutest baby gift ever? This baby ball with the little one’s name on it was custom-made by the talent behind Patchwork Delights. I love her modern patchwork creations.
She also sells the baby balls without … Read More ...
Clean up your Sewing Room quilt contest
In honor of National Sewing Month Kaye Wood blog is hosting a contest that will help you burn up some stash. Terrye explains,
… Read More ...Make any size quilt with 3×6” rectangles. Send us a photo of your finished tops with you
Tad’s ‘Home Sweet Home’ illustration
Amy at Design*Sponge shared this modern take on the ‘Home Sweet Home’ sentiment with this illustration by Tad Carpenter. I’m now inspired to take a phrase, perhaps a quote from a family member*, make a design using a modern typeface. … Read More ...