Thanks to each and every one of you who entered the giveaway for a Go! Baby Fabric Cutter sponsored by AccuQuilt. Drum roll…..please. Commenter 206, Joan is the winner. Here’s her comment.
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Help Wendi do good! Safari Quilt auction for Red Cross
I’ve featured Wendi Gratz of Shiny Happy World often here at the quilting channel. She creates wonderfully whimsical embroidery and applique patterns in her shop (I bought her cat pattern awhile back…love it!). One of her latest projects is this … Read More ...
Amy’s four quilts for Sandy effort
Amy of Diary of a Quilter said after experiencing her first winter weather, decided to do something for Hurricane Sandy victims who lost their homes. She made up four quilts in one week, selecting warm flannel fabrics from her stash … Read More ...
Tutorial: Covered zipper pillow backing
A pillow front this pretty deserves a stellar back closure and Amy of Amy Made That! gave it one – a covered zipper. She wrote up a tutorial for how to do it. So, skip the envelope. Go to her … Read More ...
Newsy: Quilter’s Christmas Party at SewCalGal
Visit SewCalGal to learn more about this event for quilters coming in December.… Read More ...
Student smiles over quilt top
Seeing a student’s pleasure after taking on a new skill must be why teachers stay in the classroom. Tonya of The Crafty Mummy shows off her student’s handiwork after teaching sewing and patchwork at a recent retreat. Each of her … Read More ...
Learn quilt making with a Sampler
This is a must-Pin if you want to learn quilt making. Leila of Sewn by Leila shares links to 36 tutorials for quilt blocks plus an intro to the basics of cutting out fabric and sewing. The early quilt blocks … Read More ...
Collectible: African-American quilts
Joey of Anonymous Works shares a photo of this quilt and others made by African-Americans. Soon to be auctioned, all are from the Jonathan Demme collection. This one is my favorite, but all are wonderful. Go HERE to see more… Read More ...
Swoon worthy quilt by Myra
I love, love, love this quilt made by Myra Barnes of Busy Hands Quilts Etsy. She used a black background to show off Annie’s Farm Stand fabric. It works!
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Quilting Pattern: Poppy Mug Rug for Remembrance Day
November 11 is Remembrance Day in Great Britain, where it’s a tradition to wear a red poppy to remember those who have sacrificed for their country. Amanda of The Patchsmith is honoring her son’s military service with her Poppy Mug … Read More ...
How-to: Rag quilt fabric requirements
Sara of My Fabric Obsession explains how to calculate how much fabric you’ll need to create a rag quilt. Go HERE to get the know-how.
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Tute: Halloween chevron quilt
I recently came across this enchanting Halloween quilt at The Little Fabric Blog, and it’s the perfect embodiment of cozy seasonal charm. Just imagine curling up with a warm cup of cider after a fun-filled Trick or Treat adventure with
Make a cozy for your Halloween lantern
Celtic Thistle has crafted a charming Dresden Plate cozy to showcase her Halloween lantern, and it’s a delightful addition to any festive decor. If you agree that every lantern deserves a cozy of its own, you’ll want to check out
Tutorial: ‘Cathedral Window Remix’ block
Rachael of Imagine Gnats created this block saying she took her inspiration from the Orange Peel quilt design. Find out how she did it, get the tutorial.
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Quilt-y Christmas decor from strips
Ros of RosMadeMe promises if you have an hour, you can have some quilt-y Christmas decor ready for your tree. She shows on her blog how to make these pretties starting with fabric strips. Get the know-how.
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