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 ...
Halloween table runner ‘frighteningly’ cute
Looking to add some spooky charm to your Halloween decor? Erica from The Polka-Dot Umbrella has created a frightfully adorable quilted table runner that’s perfect for the season. This project masterfully blends embroidery and applique, making it a must-try for
Ta Dah!: Selvage Edge Halloween Mummy Quilt
Riel at The Q and the U made this cute mummy from fabric selvages. She says, “Mummy Wants Fabric”. Don’t all mommies the world over want fabric? What an adorable quilt to have on your wall for Halloween. Read more … Read More ...
Giveaway: BasicGrey Canvas Sampler by Twin Fibers
Jennifer and Jessica are hosting a BasicGrey Canvas Sampler giveaway on their blog, Twin Fibers. Read more about this new product HERE. Click HERE to see some finished canvas boards and to get contest details. Contest ends September … Read More ...
Newsy: Aneela Hoey’s Little Apples for Moda in stores
It’s out, it’s out; Aneela Hoey’s new fabric collection Little Apples for Moda is in stores. She shows a bit of it on her blog, Comfortstitching. Click HERE to visit her post, Short and Sweet.
Available at the … Read More ...
Bella Solids Color Card | 92 fabric swatches
See this Bella Solids Color Card by Moda Fabrics? I want it, I need it; the color card first then on to collect some solids for my fabric stash. New to the modern look in quilting? Solids ground busier fabrics … Read More ...
Test your Skills Sampler Quilt
Get the fabric requirements for this sample quilt from Sandi at Piecemeal Quilts.… Read More ...
DIY: Fabric wallpaper around the house
Have a large-print piece of fabric you cannot bear to cut up? Why not use it as wallpaper. Jessica at How About Orange used home decor fabric from IKEA to cover a door in her apartment. So darling. Find out … Read More ...