Patterns, patchworks and projects
When it comes to quilting, sometimes bigger really is better. Big block quilts are not only striking to look at, but they’re also wonderfully efficient when you want to make something eye-catching without piecing a hundred tiny units together. If … Read More ...
It seems Binding is one of those love or hate relationship woes when it comes to quilting. We have shared various binding techniques in hope that one day one will tick all the boxes with you. Every is different and … Read More ...
Yesterday, I shared Miss Print’s novel method of constructing an X Plus Block. But today, it’s back to trad. Australian Amanda Rolfe, in a YouTube video, takes on the X Plus Block – breaking it down into manageable units. This … Read More ...
Kaye Prince of Miss Print had an idea. She took this block that is traditionally pieced and created a template for English Paper Piecing (EPP). The upside to EPP is portability. Hand sewing is not for everyone, but it’s definitely … Read More ...
Sherri of A Quilting Life shares tips for sewing long strips of fabric together for the piecing part of making a quilt top. One is a technique I use when I’m sewing together a row-by-row quilt top. It’s confirmation from … Read More ...
Kirsty Cleverly of Bonjour Quilts created this 36 inch square quilt mat for baby to have a special place to play. In it, she features fabrics from the Blueberry Park collection by Karen Lewis for Robert Kaufman. Of her … Read More ...
Kerby Smith of We All Sew created this project, and it’s a win-win. He took a photo of a friend’s puppy and digitally manipulated onto a red heart with a black ground. He printed the image to fabric, then stitched … Read More ...
The hearts in this quilt show off to perfection The Strawberry Thief fabric collection. The blog by the same name shares detailed instructions on how to make the blocks. The heart shape is pieced, not appliqued, and I have to … Read More ...
It’s brilliant how Charise, of Charise Creates, fussy cut the eyes of this cat with bluebirds. She finishes this sweet feline face with blue and red embroidery threads atop tiny pink hearts. Be still my heart. A talented quilter, she … Read More ...
A slice of Sacher torte and a truffle are the center of these yummy looking Valentine’s Day ornaments. Susi of Tiny Toffee Designs sewed these up using fabric, felt and a bit of ribbon. Her tutorial includes a free download … Read More ...
So precious is my Liberty collection, I save every little scrap from sewing projects, don’t you? Now, look at what Heidi, of Fabric Mutt, made. She pieced tiny strips of Liberty fabric to make the tops of these baby … Read More ...
Newsy. Esther of Esther’s Blog launched her 2017 BOM this week where participants will make a Diamond Hill quilt. Best news is it’s FREE. And if you’re familiar with some of her past projects, like Oma’s Blues, then you … Read More ...
If nesting in quilting leaves you cold, don’t miss this video tutorial by Laura Ann Coia of Sew Very Easy. She’ll take you step-by-step how to make a simple quilt block and by the time you’ve finished your first one, … Read More ...
Jenny of Missouri Star Quilt Co. shares how to make this cat-themed quilt. It takes 42 kitty blocks to create the pieced section. Two borders complete the top.
Though Jenny uses fabric by designer Marina Kalinowski, you can use whatever … Read More ...
If choosing a color palette for your next/first quilt seems daunting to the point of never starting, this post is for you. Or, if you just want to have some fun playing with color for any artistic endeavor, join me. … Read More ...
