Modern quilt maven Denyse Schmidt has a quilt collection showing at the Ralph Puccini International museum in New York. Get more info here. If you can make it there don’t miss it.
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Newsy: Online study group on creativity
Annie from Annie’s Quilting Stash will be hosting a study group starting in November using the book, shown. The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron is a classic book on creativity. I own it and can wholeheartedly recommend it. Go here … Read More ...
Mrs. Meatloaf quilt
Jan from The Secret Life of Mrs. Meatloaf shared her quilt by the same name in the Bloggers’ Quilt Festival. This is a close-up of the cat, aka Mrs. Meatloaf. I love quilters with a sense of humor who bring … Read More ...
Cat jumps over the jack-o-lanterns
I’m feeling Halloween theme fatigue however I had to share this embroidery piece by 501 Quilt Blocks. How adorable is the cat jumping over the jack-o-lanterns with the text Boo, Spooks and Spirits. I would love to see … Read More ...
Crafters branding unconsumption with a logo
Some crafters are using this logo to brand what they re-purpose. Chappell Ellison wrote an article for the Etsy Blog, read more. Have you heard of this?
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Patchwork rug from Cow hide
Check out this patchwork rug from Arbol Designs Etsy. Some of the patches are hand-dyed but is it made from fabric as I first assumed? No. It’s hide. Click here to see more photos. Spied this at Get the … Read More ...
LittleBook’s Dutch Windmills quilt
This is a Dutch Windmills quilt made by LittleBook Notes. It’s her entry in this year’s Bloggers’ Quilt Festival at Amy’s Creative Side. Love her quilt and the story behind the fabric she used in it. It involves some … Read More ...
Speechless Saturday
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Pumpkin block for a cheery Halloween Quilt
Pippa from Welsh Quilts has shared a delightful quilt block to spread some Halloween cheer—Happy Halloween right back at you, Pippa! This festive pumpkin block was created using a paper piecing pattern from Ruth McDowell’s book, Pieced Vegetables. The … Read More ...
Dear Jane Halloween Quilt at Stop
Kathleen at Rose Prairie Quilts and Farm documented on her blog Day Two of a group Shop Hop. She spied this Dear Jane Halloween-themed quilt at Quilter’s Harvest In Higginsville, Missouri. Totally worth a stop to see this spin on … Read More ...
DIY: Chevron rag quilt for big brother
It’s all boy! That’s right, Rikka from Ricochet and Away made her second quilt ever (the first was for her little girl age 4) with a mandate from the recipient (her 7 yr old son). It could not be babyish, … Read More ...
Spiders and Webs Halloween Quilt
Heidi from Boys, Buttons, and Butterflies has crafted a delightful Halloween-themed quilt using the Trick-or-Treat fabric line by Deb Strain. This eye-catching quilt is perfect for adding a festive touch to your Halloween decor. To make your own, check out … Read More ...
Pattern: Haunted stitches for Halloween
Add a touch of spooky charm to your Halloween decor with the “Haunted” design by Jenice Allred from Azure Moon Designs, available for just $8.00 USD at PatternSpot. This delightful hand-stitchery pattern features a whimsical haunted house, perfect for infusing … Read More ...
Mistletoe Kisses embroidery pattern
With patterns like this one by Nini Makes it’s no wonder I’m seeing more embroidery in patchwork projects. This sweet design starts on a kitchen towel but would be at home on a quilt, garment, or whatever. Get a closer … Read More ...
Freebie: Owl Lover Calendar 2012
I love freebies especially as the holidays draw near. Check out the Owl Lover Calendar 2012. You can pick images for a particular month or go with a pre-made one. Shivani from My Owl Barn created the calendar by … Read More ...