Precut fans, this one’s for you. I received an evaluation copy of this patchwork inspired projects book Jump-Start your Quilting
edited by Jeanne Stauffer. The Publisher is House of White Birches with a release date of April 1, 2011.… Read More ...
Book review: 101 Log Cabin Blocks
Log Cabin fans, this one’s for you. I received an evaluation copy of this quilting pattern book 101 Log Cabin Blocks
created by House of White Birches released this month. Product Description: This book is 112 pages and includes diagrams … Read More ...
Book review: Herbs, Spices & Fruits of the Bible
Biblical scholars and gardeners with an interest in applique, this one’s for you. I received an evaluation copy of this quilting pattern book Herbs, Spices & Fruits of the Bible
by Helga Curtis. Publisher is House of White Birches with … Read More ...
Work Clothes kit by Gee’s Bend quilter
This quilt called Work Clothes by Gee’s Bend member Loretta Pettway Bennett is so lovely, I’m swooning. You can make your own with a Work Clothes quilt kit, available to buy at We Love Quilting!. Never heard of Gee’s … Read More ...
Tools: What’s on this student’s head?
Okay, I’m cruising through all the photos of student’s work at a recent Sue Spargo workshop in Kokomo, Indiana and I paused. What is that on this student’s head? If you are like me or know someone over 40 you … Read More ...
Pattern: Deal on little guy decor
There are some cute things out there for boys. This R is for Robot pattern is not only cute, it’s on sale for $4.98 USD at Clotilde. Product Description: This fun pattern includes directions for a quilt and a … Read More ...
3 craft gadgets plus a peephole
Nikki from Nikki in Stitches spills, giving us her three must-have sewing/quilting gadgets. See them at 3 Craft Gadgets You Really Don’t Need, But You Can’t Live Without! But wait, there’s more.
A commenter on her post, Nancy of Needles, … Read More ...
Newsy: Lapel Stick winners picked
Thanks to each and every one of you who entered the giveaway for a Lapel Stick
by Band K Enterprises out of Victoria BC Canada. There were 19 comments. Using Random.org the two winning numbers are 3, Loralynn of My … Read More ...
Product review: Lapel Stick for quilters
A tool that makes the process of quilting easier often gets a permanent spot in my sewing basket. I just tried out a new product that shows promise to take up residence there. It’s a fabric marker called Lapel Stick… Read More ...
Artsy cross over bag
This quilted bag has definite cool factor. Picture yourself wearing this to your local cyber cafe to meet all your artsy friends for a coffee latte. Called The Amanda Bag, you can download the pattern for $9.00 USD at … Read More ...
Panel: Giddy in Surf
The heart-shaped vase holding flowers and hearts is adorable in this Sandy Gervais 100 % cotton fabric panel. It’s from the Giddy fabric collection in the Surf colorway for Moda. Go to Fabric.com while it’s still in stock.… Read More ...
That’ll do HearthSong: Portable light box
Carolyn the Crafter bought this portable light table from HearthSong, not as an accessory for the Fashion Design Studio Kit
, but for her quilting projects. She had this to say about the Light Tracer.
Hello, my name is Scarlett
I’m a fabriholic and I could wear this button proudly. If you’re not sure if you’ve reached this level of enthusiasm for fabric, take this quiz at About.com Are You a Fabricholic? and find out. Get the Fabric Addict button … Read More ...
Bloggy book tour for Quilt Remix
Take an online tour to see what some superstar bloggers are saying about Emily Cier’s new book Quilt Remix.
January 10: Katie Pedersen – Sew Katie Did
January 11: Kathy Mack – Pink Chalk Studio
January 12: Julie Herman –
… Read More ... Mosaic T-Shirt Quilt and Pattern
Nikki from Nikki, In Stitches made this mosaic-inspired T-shirt quilt as a very special gift to friends who just lost a loved one. Besides the special memories it holds, the original design is madly modern. Visit her blog to read … Read More ...