This psychedelic-style pinwheel quilt is so much fun to look at and according to its maker, Geta, quick and easy to make. She uses a raw edge applique technique for the top and quilts the layers together with invisible thread. … Read More ...
Barbie goes retro with quilt and pillow
Barbie rests pretty under this nine patch quilt thanks to the talented maker Toodles To The Noodles. This adorable doll quilt even comes with a matching pillow. Go HERE to learn more.
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Make a Valentine heart bookmark
Anorina of Samelia’s Mum celebrates two loves with this sweet bookmark – reading and the day that celebrates love (Valentine’s Day). Fabric scraps in snappy colors make up the crazy-style heart encircled with simple hand stitching.
Best of all, she … Read More ...
DIY hand stitched valentine hearts
Cheery colors plus simple hand quilting make these lavender-filled heart pillows a special gift for Valentine’s Day. Find out how to make your own set at Pippa Quilts.
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Free from Frieda: Hearts quilt patterns
Frieda Anderson of Frie Style admits she’s fascinated with hearts. She explains,
I created this Valentine Hearts art quilt to celebrate my love of LOVE.
And being the generous teacher – hailing from the Chicago School of Fusing – she’s … Read More ...
Ta Dah!: Flag quilt for mom
Janet of Simply Pieced made this beautiful quilt as a gift to her mother. Employing a patriotic theme, she explains each star represents one of five grandchildren. Visit her blog post to learn more about this sweet project.
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Ta Dah!: Eleven quilts in time for Christmas
It’s such a great feeling to be able to hand out some homemade love during the holidays. Maureen of Maureen Cracknell Handmade is doing just that, having finished eleven quilts for her family. Hopefully she’ll share some reactions by the … Read More ...
Freebie: Bird Tree in three colors
I found this lovely image over at The Graphics Fairy in Karen’s 100 Free Christmas Images. She has many more than this, but scoured her archives for some of her favorites. This is certainly one of my faves.
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Miss Winter at Graphics Fairy
Karen of The Graphics Fairy is celebrating her birthday and the start of winter today by sharing Miss Winter. It’s a free download on her blog post, right here. Karen gives us so many wonderful vintage offerings, I … Read More ...
Tutorial: Fabric bookmarks
Determined to give handmade this year, but you haven’t stitched a lick? Make something quick and easy like these fabric bookmarks made by Kathy of Pink Chalk Studio. Fusible web, craft paint, stamps and a cute design is all … Read More ...
Quilting Isn’t Funny Blog Tour!
Thank you Megan Dougherty for giving me the best laughs I’ve had since I read a copy of The Sweet Potato Queen’s Book of Love by Jill Connor. Like Jill, Megan’s brand of humor is equally irreverent, only Megan’s subject … Read More ...
Sewing machine cover {cute alert}
Birds flit around this sewing machine on a cotton duck cloth base in this fun creation made by JennyJen42. The pink gingham lining is the perfect choice here. Thanks goes to Quilter’s Pastiche for pointing out this great find.… Read More ...
Flash sale at Craftsy for classes
Craftsy is having a Trick or Treat sale. Choose from the following classes:
quilting • sewing • cake decorating • knitting • cooking • embroidery • Fine Art
These would make great birthday or Christmas gifts, I’m thinking. So, get … Read More ...
Tutorial: Felt coasters done in Orange Peel
Sachiko of Tea Rose Home shares over at Craft Snob how to make these bright happy coasters. You layer squares of felt and then cut out and sew an orange peel type pattern on top. I agree with Sachiko, these … Read More ...
How To Print On Fabric – 6 Different Ways
Karen of the Graphics Fairy (one of my fave sites for, um…free historical graphics) shares some easy ways to print on fabric using a home printer. She even gives a tip for setting fabric if your printer ink is not … Read More ...