Whether your favorite geek loves Star Wars, Marvel Comics, or is a die-hard fan of The Lord of the Rings, there’s something for everyone. Quilting is a great way to show your love and appreciation for someone who is passionate … Read More ...
Free: Memorial Day Handwriting Worksheet
If you have young children, this would be a nice learning activity for them to do today, on Memorial Day. It’s a free download I found over at Startwrite.com.
Now, the use can be expanded. For quilters, why not print … Read More ...
Free Quilt pattern: Memorial Day Flag Quilt Block
Interlocking flag blocks – Better Homes and Garden
We are celebrating Memorial Day here in the U.S., so in honor of this national holiday, I’m sharing some patriotic-themed patterns throughout the day. First up is this interlocking flags block from … Read More ...
Free pattern: ‘Wild Goose Flag’ quilt block
This quilt block has a modern edge that would lend itself to many quilt projects, from placemats, mug rugs, table runners to pillow fronts and coverlets. The red and white part is made from half-square triangles, which sew up … Read More ...
Time to vote on your favorite quilt
Voting is open now through May 29 for the ever popular online-only Blogger’s Quilt Festival. Hosted twice a year by Amy of Amy’s Creative Side, she runs this event like a pro. Quilt categories include: Mini, Small, Large, Appliqué, … Read More ...
Wedding plans include a quilt
Engaged. That’s the news Megan of Canoe Ridge Creations shared with her readers today. And, as part of the celebration, she’s making her first Double Wedding Ring quilt. This fall the knot is tied, so I think her color choices … Read More ...
Tutorial: Mini Scrap Quilt
Amy of Diary of a Quilter made this mini quilt from leftover scraps from other sewing and quilting projects. Measuring a mere 15″ square, not only is this thrifty, but it will sew up fast too. She shares on her … Read More ...
Tutorial: On-Point Triangle Pillow
Turn a half-square triangle on its side and this is what you get, says Karin of Leigh Laurel Studios. She adds,
Crisp coral and white on-point triangles add a pop of color to any summer decor.
She whipped up this … Read More ...
NQA Quilt Show coming in June
Calling all quilters, would-be quilters, or just admirers. Don’t miss the 46th Annual NQA Quilt Show coming next month to my home town, Little Rock, Arkansas. Dates are June 18th – 20th, so mark your calendars.
Besides the fab quilts … Read More ...
Make a Spring Petals Table Topper
Amy of Amy Made That shows off her Spring Petals Table Topper inspired by a Quilt Along (QAL) of the same name. Though the QAL is over, you can still participate since the generous host, Julie at The Crafty … Read More ...
Quilter travels to South Africa for exhibit
Carol of Your Crafty Self introduces novice quilter, Rose Green, whose second quilt was chosen to be part of a traveling exhibit. Destination, South Africa where hers and others landed to honor Nelson Mandela in “Conscience of the Human Spirit: … Read More ...
Make a ruffled quilt from fat quarters
Mua-ha-ha-ha-ha! Deby of So Sew Easy has come up with a long-arm quilter’s nightmare, a quilt top with lots of ruffles. She takes you step-by-step how to make such a top. The photo here, shows a bit of her finished … Read More ...
Sewing is smart and sexy at Naja
Sewing does not make one stodgy. Naja gets this; just check out these panties, “Free the Bush”. So funny. so clever, so spot on. From their Our Story page you can meet the founder of the company,
Catalina Girald, who … Read More ...
Enter ‘Songs of Freedom – Celebrating Democracy’ contest
Together, Ballaarat Quilters Inc., and the Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka (M.A.D.E) launch a national quilters’ challenge for 2015.
The news release says,
… Read More ...The theme of the 2015 challenge is – ‘Songs of Freedom – Celebrating Democracy’. This
Inspiration: SAQA’s ‘Weekly Spotlight’
Need some quilty inspiration? Check out SAQA’s Weekly Spotlight, where you meet select fiber artists and see get to see some of their work. One of my favorites is “Venetian Reflections III”, created by retired social worker, Shelley Brucar. … Read More ...