Patterns, patchworks and projects
Sarah Fielke of The Last Piece teamed up with Craftsy to bring you this free video on hand quilting with Perle Cotton. Using embroidery thread instead of traditional quilting thread is a patchworking trend I love. Get the video tutorial.… Read More ...
Nanette of Freda’s Hive made this hearts table runner especially for Valentine’s Day. The Pam Kitty Love fabric is a perfect choice. Go HERE to see more photos plus get instructions for piecing the hearts.
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Forget onsies. Lindsay of Lindsay Sews did a guest post at Sew, Mama, Sew! sharing how to create eight half-square triangles (HSTs) at the same time. Find out her time-saving secret, get the tutorial.
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Becky of Patchwork Posse is hosting a 52 Quilt Block Pick Up event on her blog that will be an ongoing series for 2013. In her announcement post she explains,
… Read More ...For the year of 2013– I will share every Friday
Carla of Lollyquiltz chose this pattern as part of the Mid-Century Modern Bee. Each finished block measures 6 1/2 inches. I love seeing this traditional pattern sewn up in fresh, bold colors. Visit her blog to get the tutorial.… Read More ...
Are you dreaming of learning to sew or quilt this year? Vanessa of Crafty Gemini can help with her online video workshop for this owl softie and baby quilt. So sweet! Red and aqua…so fresh, but you can choose any … Read More ...
Karen of Anna Lena Land just posted her latest quilt block, Spools, as part of her Quilt Block a Month series. Of the block she explains,
… Read More ...It offers a lot of options and is quick and easy to piece. If
Brooke of Pitter Putter Stitch shows her readers how to make a kaleidoscope quilt block using paper piecing. This, after she created a lovely pillow with the same pattern for her swap partner. Get the know-how.… Read More ...
Charise of Charise Creates says this project is a good way to use a single quilt block. The hexie with a fussy cut center of a girl on a swing makes it. Find out how she did it. Get the … Read More ...
Margaret of Konstant Kaos is conscious of the mathematics of making a quilt. I love that about her. In her latest tutorial, she mocks up several quilt tops inspired by the thirty-six officers problem. Intrigued? Get the know-how.
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Denise of Pieced Brain took some beautiful Riley Blake laminates and turned them into pretty quilted placemats for her table. She stitched a Chevron pattern over the surface, shown. Each placemat sports a pocket to hold utensils, oh so practical! … Read More ...
Mandi of Making Nice shares how and why she made this handsome quilted cozy. Get the scoop and the tutorial.
Mandi’s tutorial on Making Nice showcases a charming quilted cozy designed specifically for French press coffee enthusiasts. With a … Read More ...
I love all things Grinch! Jessica of a little gray made these quilted placemats as part of the Holiday Craft Bash. She shares with her readers the applique pattern for the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who, plus instructions for … Read More ...
Shannon of Luvinthemommyhood used Essex Linen (hoarded) and Splendor 1920 fabrics for this dreamy quilted Christmas tree skirt. She says it’s easy enough for a beginner. Find out how to make your own, get the tutorial.
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It’s time for tea! Teresa Down Under used improvisational patchwork and simple embroidery to create this reversible tray cover. Find out how to make it, get the tutorial and pattern.
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