Melissa from A Love Affair With My Brother made this quilted wall hanging as her offering in a recent homemade gift exchange. I love the stars and stripes surrounded by a fireworks border – so cute for 4th of July … Read More ...
Tutorial: Chevron quilt block
Melissa from Love Affair With My Brother says she’s seeing chevrons everywhere in home decor. She thought it was time for her to put a quilt-y spin on the chevron rage. So she made this 4th of July inspired chevron … Read More ...
DIY: Let the sun print your fabric
Heather from Dollar Store Crafts discovered there’s an inexpensive way to sun dye fabric. Most of what you’ll need you probably already have in your craft room. Visit her blog post to get the rest of the scoop.… Read More ...
Ta Dah!: Pineapple Blossom baby quilt
The talent behind Suture for a Living completed this lovely baby quilt using patriotic colors red, white, and blue, also perfect for the American 4th of July celebrations today. She used Bonnie Hunter’s Pineapple Blossom block. You can get the … Read More ...
Scrap Your Stash | Fabric key chains
Jen from Craftiness is not Optional guest blogs in the Scrap Your Stash series at Living with Punks with a tutorial showing how to make key chains from your fabric scraps. Get the tutorial.… Read More ...
DIY: Fourth of July table runner
Vanessa from Crafty Gemini shares how she made this super cute Fourth of July table runner. She explains it’s a perfect project for beginners. Get the tutorial.
Looking for more 4th of July quilting patterns? Check these out … Read More ...
Inspiration: Framed Log Cabin blocks
I spied this idea over at Martha Stewart. They created a modern-feeling wall grouping with simple quilt blocks done in solid fabrics. If you follow my blog you likely already know how to make a simple log cabin block, … Read More ...
Tutorial: Selvage Stick People
Riel from The Q and the U shares how she made this tiny quilt top. I want some stick people in my next project. They’re so cute. Go to the tutorial. Go here to see the mug rug … Read More ...
Garden Fence quilt block
If you love quilt patterns that feel fresh and modern but still nod to traditional quilting roots, Hyacinth Quilt Designs is a blog you’ll want to spend some time browsing. It’s one of those quilting spaces where clean lines, thoughtful … Read More ...
Tip: Templates from magazines made easy
Melissa from Love Affair With My Brother shares her secret for cutting templates from a quilting magazine that she promises will make your life easier. It involves tape, card stock, and finally a rotary cutter. My, those twins are … Read More ...
Ta Dah!: Going large with a big bed quilt
Anna from Noodlehead took the plunge and made a quilt for her bed, see her first post. She said she used fabric she loved and didn’t worry about impressing anyone with complexity. Well, good for her for successfully showcasing … Read More ...
Tutorial: Pieced fabric notebook cover
Lara from Chocolate Coated Patchwork blog shares how to make a fabric notebook cover. For the outside design, she encourages use of orphan blocks or improvisational piecing. Click here to view the tutorial and video.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Eye Spy Monster Pillow
If your kids need a creative activity this summer Ryan from I’m Just a Guy Who Quilts has the project for you. It’s an I Spy-inspired pillow, shown. He says its super fun for kids to dig through your fabric … Read More ...
Tutorial: Interlocking Seasons quilt block
Looking for the printable quilt block coloring pages from Pinterest?
This article has moved to a new location on CraftGossip. If you clicked through expecting to find the free printable quilt block coloring pages, you can now view the … Read More ...
Tutorial: Shabby Chic lamp shade
The talent behind Quilted Cupcake shares how she made this lovely lamp shade. The base is a mason jar full of buttons and the top is fabric scraps she wrapped around a shade frame. It would make a great addition … Read More ...
