Do you use precuts in your quilting projects? They are so convenient and come in so many cleverly named sizes, and the charm pack is no exception. While you may pay a little more for your pre-cut quilting fabrics, some … Read More ...
Streak of Lightning quilt lost and found
This quilt has a story you don’t want to miss. Ashley Hackshaw of Lil Blue Boo tells how she acquired it, and expressed in her post just how thrilled she was with its loveliness. Not a quilter, she did not … Read More ...
Giveaway: All Points Patchwork
Hello sewists. Storey Publishing is giving away a free copy of Diane Gillehand’s latest book, All Points Patchwork. To get a chance to win, just leave a comment on this post, (not the review post), and tell me what … Read More ...
Free pattern: A holiday forest quilt
I know it’s only June, but the holidays will be here before we know it. And for you planners and early birds, fabric manufacturers like Michael Miller are on it. What you see here, made up in a lap/wall size … Read More ...
Gemology by SarahRose Quilts
Why are sewists leaving current projects behind to make this quilt block? It’s simple…sparkly is fun. Just ask Susanne Woods of CraftyEditor, who admits she’s addicted to making these. I’m glad, because one of hers is my favorite. You can see it here: #gemologyblock third row, first … Read More ...
Book review-All Points Patchwork
In one sentence, this book is a keeper, as a valuable reference, source of inspiration and guide to expanding your piecing repertoire.
I love improvisation as much as the next hip quilter, but leading craft author and popular blogger (CraftyPod.com) … Read More ...
Two quilts same design decision
This crosses quilt made by Carla of Grace and Favour, and the one I found at Perfection Not Included called “Funky Wrench Quilt” provides me a way to show you new quilters out there, a basic design technique that … Read More ...
Free Quilt pattern: Memorial Day Flag Quilt Block
Interlocking flag blocks – Better Homes and Garden
We are celebrating Memorial Day here in the U.S., so in honor of this national holiday, I’m sharing some patriotic-themed patterns throughout the day. First up is this interlocking flags block from … Read More ...
Time to vote on your favorite quilt
Voting is open now through May 29 for the ever popular online-only Blogger’s Quilt Festival. Hosted twice a year by Amy of Amy’s Creative Side, she runs this event like a pro. Quilt categories include: Mini, Small, Large, Appliqué, … Read More ...
Make a Spring Petals Table Topper
Amy of Amy Made That shows off her Spring Petals Table Topper inspired by a Quilt Along (QAL) of the same name. Though the QAL is over, you can still participate since the generous host, Julie at The Crafty … Read More ...
Enter ‘Songs of Freedom – Celebrating Democracy’ contest
Together, Ballaarat Quilters Inc., and the Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka (M.A.D.E) launch a national quilters’ challenge for 2015.
The news release says,
… Read More ...The theme of the 2015 challenge is – ‘Songs of Freedom – Celebrating Democracy’. This
Inspiration: SAQA’s ‘Weekly Spotlight’
Need some quilty inspiration? Check out SAQA’s Weekly Spotlight, where you meet select fiber artists and see get to see some of their work. One of my favorites is “Venetian Reflections III”, created by retired social worker, Shelley Brucar. … Read More ...
3 Ways to Thwart Inner Critic
A creator using paint and paper, Carolyn, of A Colorful Journey, offers up three of her favorite tips for stopping her inner critic. She shares these with anyone who signs up for her newsletter. I just did, and I have … Read More ...
IQSC offers online quilt exhibits
Not all of us live close enough to quilt museums to get in even a single visit. But, did you know the International Quilt Study Center and Museum, out of Lincoln, Nebraska, offers online exhibitions? They do indeed.
Though each … Read More ...
Dear Stella bunnies fabric
These sweet bunnies are featured in the Dress Me for the Playground fabric collection by Dear Stella.
Here are the same bunnies but on a blue ground.
Click below to see the entire collection:
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