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 ...
Sewing is smart and sexy at Naja
Sewing does not make one stodgy. Naja gets this; just check out these panties, “Free the Bush”. So funny. so clever, so spot on. From their Our Story page you can meet the founder of the company,
Catalina Girald, who … 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 ...
Mini Quilt Monday kickoff + giveaway
News. Darcy of Modern Cozy is giving away this bright and beautiful mini quilt. And, entering is easy. Just visit her Mini Quilt Monday announcement post and share a link to it through social media. Then leave her a comment … Read More ...
Free pattern: Charm Box quilt
Karin of Leigh Laurel Studios made this twin size quilt from a free pattern she downloaded from the fat quarter Shop. It’s part of their Shortcut Quilt Series. Meaning, this quilt top sews up super fast.
A gift for her … Read More ...
March FMQ lesson + giveaway
Choosing fabric and batting as it relates to free motion quilting (FMQ) is this month’s theme for Rachael Dorr’s 2015 set of lessons on this often-scary subject. In addition, she is hosting – on her blog – a giveaway to … Read More ...
Quilts are ‘objects of desire’
I like finding quilts where you least expect them, like the one I spied in a current issue of ELLE Decor magazine. On their “Style Sheet” page the author shows readers a modern-looking quilt and explains they are part of … Read More ...
QuiltCon’s biennial conference has special exhibit
This quilt is one of twenty on display at QuiltCon as part of Bill Volckening’s “Modern Materials, Quilts of the 1970s” special exhibit. Though nothing replaces actually seeing these in person, Bill shares on his blog, Wonkyworld, some quick snapshots … Read More ...
Free pattern: Naruko quilt
This quilt has an edgy modern feel but if you look closer you’ll see sweet motifs make up the non-pieced squares. It’s the Kokeshi novelty print collection designed by Suzy Ultman for Robert Kaufman. At their site you can download … Read More ...
Tutorial: Selvedge and Zipper bookmark
Susie of Susie’s Sunroom shares on her blog this fabulous quick and easy project that is as cute as it is clever. Susie has this to say about her bookmark with zipper for a tail:
… Read More ...A fast and fun way
Quilting Tutorial – Wonky Log Cabin block
Cut close enough, sew and trim. Repeat. That’s the measureless joy Chris, from made by ChrissieD, found creating this Log Cabin block in the wonky style. Responding to a guild challenge (NYC MQG) requiring it start with a single red … Read More ...
Quilts described as modern
I’m taking issue with the use of the word ‘modern’ in today’s quilting world. I’m not alone. Mrs. Sew McCool recently wrote Four Reasons to Banish “Modern” from Sewing Vocabulary. If you only have time to read one blog post … Read More ...
Nail polish mini quilt
Quilting can be hard on your nails, but that doesn’t mean we makers don’t want ours to look pretty. Katy Jones of Monkey Do (I’m a Ginger Monkey), made this mini quilt with a free pattern she found over at … Read More ...
Libs’ The Rebel Quilt pattern
This gorgeous quilt is the creation of Elizabeth Elliott. The pattern, The Rebel Quilt, is available in her online store.
Image credit: Libs Elliott… Read More ...
Quilts and Color video
Grab a cuppa, sit down and treat yourself to this lecture Quilts and Color: The Pilgrim/Roy Collection.… Read More ...