Cathy Perlmutter of Gefilte Quilt shares on her blog how to create a stack of quilted postcards that when complete, you can slip in the mail. Design-wise, she went charm, notice each batik fabric square is unique. Large stitch quilting … Read More ...
Inspiration: Charly & Wilbur mini quilt
I often hear there’s a g-l-u-t of quilting books on the market, like that’s a bad thing. The thinking, I imagine, is it’s all been covered. The basics have, yes, however each author brings their own perspective to the process. … Read More ...
Snowball mini and pattern
Fussy-cut raccoon faces delight the eye in this Snowball mini quilt made by Karin, of Leigh Laurel Studios. It’s her offering in the Schnitzel & Boo Mini Swap where in her blog post she confesses it was hard to give … Read More ...
Giveaway reminder – Stitch ‘n Swap book
Just in case you missed my contest announcement, you have until May 11th to enter for a chance to win a copy of Stitch ‘n Swap, compiled by Jake Finch of Generation Q Magazine. To enter, leave a … Read More ...
Sassy Stitcher Valentine’s Day Quilt
Amber of A Little Bit Biased talked her quilting buddies, the Sassy Stitchers, into doing a friendship block exchange to make this heart quilt. Finished just in time for Valentine’s Day, Amber shows off her quilt with tons of great … Read More ...
Ta Dah!: Christmas table runner for swap
This pretty quilted table runner is the work of Fiona of Patchwork Delights. She made it for her swap partner, lucky person alright. Go HERE to see lots of pretty photos of her project.
Image credit: Patchwork Delights
… Read More ...Event: Mini Quilt Swap
Mishka of Quilting Gallery announced today a new swap for quilters. The pattern is whatever the maker decides, so if you crave less structure for a swap, this may be the one for you. Called Dreaming of…..Spring, you’ll swap … Read More ...
Tute: Paper piece a kaleidoscope
Brooke of Pitter Putter Stitch shows her readers how to make a kaleidoscope quilt block using paper piecing. This, after she created a lovely pillow with the same pattern for her swap partner. Get the know-how.
… Read More ...Carol makes mini quilts and pecan pie, Oh My!
Lucky for us, Carol of MamaCjt chose to sew and bake this week. She has two mug rugs and a beautiful pecan pie to show for her efforts. This is “Rudy”, who makes me want to break out my Christmas … Read More ...
Tutorial: Mini quilt magnets
Louise of I’m Feelin’ Crafty said she created these mini quilt magnets after being inspired by another blogger’s tiny collection. Both sets are adorable and would make wonderful gifts. Louise shares step-by-step how she did it. Get the tutorial.… Read More ...
Newsy: Fabric swap at PennyDog’s
Kerry at PennyDog Patchwork is looking for a few people (20 total) to join her in a mini Basic Grey Jelly Roll (precut fabrics) swap. It’s open to international participants. Go HERE for details.
Image credit: PennyDog Patchwork
… Read More ...Ta Dah!: Polaroid quilt by Tina
Tina of Seaside Stitches created this fun quilt she calls Picture Perfect. She explains it’s the result of her participation in the Polaroid Block Swap at A Quilter’s Table. Click HERE to see more photos with some closeups of her … Read More ...
Art figure quilt block
Krista of Spotted Stones made this art school figure quilt block using paper-piecing off a sketch. Nicely done. This and one other block is going to her swap partner. Go HERE to learn more.
Image credit: Spotted Stones
… Read More ...Echino Swap Round 3 hosted by Brave Little Chicken
Jennifer of Brave Little Chicken is hosting the latest Echino Swap round. A little birdie tells me there are just 3 slots left, so if you want to be part of it, get yourself to her blog and sign up … Read More ...
Newsy: Round 2 Name Game Swap at Samelia’s Mum
Anorina of Samelia’s Mum announced this week that Round 2 of the Name Game Swap is open for quilters to register. She explains,
… Read More ...This swap was very popular during round one. Each person makes a mini quilt (wall hanging) for