Discover Quilting Hacks with Anna Maria Horner

Join celebrated designer Anna Maria Horner in this insightful online class where she shares her best quilting hacks to help you achieve stunning results with ease.

In this compact yet comprehensive class, Anna Maria covers five essential lessons packed with in-depth instruction and practical advice:

Raw-Edge Fusible Appliqué: Learn how to master the art of raw-edge fusible appliqué, a versatile technique that allows you to create intricate designs with minimal effort.

Foil & Mylar Appliqué: Explore the creative possibilities of foil and mylar appliqué and discover how to add a touch of shimmer and shine to your quilting projects.

Decorative Stitches: Unlock the potential of your home sewing machine with decorative stitches that add texture and visual interest to your quilts.

Four-at-a-Time Flying Geese: Streamline your quilting process with Anna Maria’s clever method for making four flying geese units at once, saving you time and effort.

Choosing Colors & Chain Piecing: Gain insights into selecting the perfect color palette for your quilts and learn how to speed up piecing with efficient chain piecing techniques.

With over 22 minutes of in-depth instruction, Anna Maria Horner shares her wealth of knowledge and expertise to help you enhance your quilting skills and unleash your creativity. Plus, with on-demand video access anytime, you can learn at your own pace and revisit the lessons whenever you need a refresher.

Whether you’re a beginner quilter looking to expand your repertoire or an experienced enthusiast seeking fresh inspiration, this class is perfect for anyone eager to elevate their quilting game. Enroll now in “Quilting Hacks” and let Anna Maria Horner guide you on a quilting journey filled with fun, creativity, and innovation!

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First Impressions While Flipping Through the Book

Some quilting books feel calm and minimal. Others feel like opening a box of bright fabric scraps that instantly makes you want to start sewing.

That was my first reaction when I started flipping through Scrappiness Is Happiness by Lori Holt.

This book is packed with colour, cheerful quilt blocks, and the kind of playful patchwork designs that make scrap quilting so addictive. I found myself stopping on page after page thinking, “That block would be perfect for leftover charm squares…”

It’s the sort of book that encourages you to dig straight into your scrap bins.

What This Quilting Book Is All About

As the title suggests, this book celebrates scrap quilting.

Instead of focusing on a single large quilt pattern, the book includes a large collection of quilt blocks and scrappy quilt layouts designed to use small pieces of fabric.

If you’re someone who hates throwing away fabric leftovers (which is most quilters), this book is full of inspiration for turning those scraps into beautiful quilts.

Inside the book you’ll find:

dozens of colourful quilt block patterns
• scrappy quilt layouts
• projects designed for leftover fabrics
• Lori Holt’s signature cheerful quilting style

The Quilt Blocks That Caught My Eye

While browsing the pages, several blocks immediately stood out.

There are plenty of classic quilt block shapes, but the way they’re presented with bright fabrics makes them feel fresh and modern.

The blocks are ideal for:

scrap quilts
• sampler quilts
• block-of-the-month style projects
• mixing prints and colours

I particularly loved the blocks that combine traditional shapes with playful colour placement. They’re simple enough to sew but still look visually interesting when repeated across a quilt.

The Style of the Book

If you’re familiar with Lori Holt’s work, you’ll recognise her style straight away.

The book leans heavily into:

bright cheerful fabrics
• vintage-inspired colour palettes
• classic patchwork shapes
• fun and approachable quilt designs

It’s the kind of quilting book that feels uplifting to browse. Even if you’re not ready to start a new quilt immediately, it’s inspiring just to flip through the block designs.

Who This Book Is Best For

After spending time looking through the book, I’d say it’s ideal for:

quilters who love scrap quilting
• anyone wanting to use up leftover fabric pieces
• makers who enjoy block-based quilt designs
• quilters looking for colourful, cheerful quilt inspiration

Many of the blocks are approachable enough for confident beginners, but the variety also keeps experienced quilters interested.

Would I Recommend It?

If your scrap bin is starting to overflow (which tends to happen to all of us eventually), Scrappiness Is Happiness is the kind of book that turns those leftover fabrics into opportunity.

It’s full of lively quilt block ideas and creative layouts that make scrap quilting feel exciting rather than overwhelming.

For quilters who enjoy bright fabrics, classic patchwork shapes, and the freedom of scrappy quilt design, this book is a fun and inspiring addition to the quilting bookshelf.

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