Not sure why Vicki of Sew Inspired was ever afraid of trapunto, as she did a great job with it on this mini quilt. The gray letters s-e-w pop (stuffed with batting) against a colorful patchwork ground. This would make … Read More ...
Ta Dah!: Pendleton scrap quilt
Strong, vibrant and warm are some adjectives I’d use to describe this quilt. The talent behind Nifty Quilts blog made it from pieces of cut up Pendleton blankets she received from a friend. The finished patchwork now belongs to her … Read More ...
8 Star Quilt Block Patterns
The star block is a fairly classic pattern in quilting and although it looks simple, there are many different options for the pattern to be laid out. With many of them containing half square triangles, the blocks can be changed … Read More ...
Free Quilting Block patterns: Snowman 1 and 2
These cheerful little guys are the creation of Carol Doak and were meant for cards or ornaments. But their small stature (finished size 3″ square quilt block), makes them perfect for using on clothing. Her paper pieced patterns boast two … Read More ...
Tutorial: Hexie Lion Pillow
Golden hexagons make up this friendly lion’s mane as the front of this hexie-shaped pillow. Maker Abby, of While She Naps, nailed this design explaining on her blog how this is the first hexagon pattern she’s created using EPP (English … Read More ...
Tutorial: Rainbow Mini Quilt 3
This is some strip happy patchwork created by Tonya of The Crafty Mummy who shares on her blog how to make it. Number 3 in her Rainbow mini quilt series, this project sews up fast making it the perfect choice … Read More ...
Tutorial: Selvedge and Zipper bookmark
Susie of Susie’s Sunroom shares on her blog this fabulous quick and easy project that is as cute as it is clever. Susie has this to say about her bookmark with zipper for a tail:
… Read More ...A fast and fun way
Tutorial: Christmas Trivet
Jennifer from Quilts by Jen did a guest post at QuiltSocial.com showing how to make this cheerful Christmas trivet. The pattern sells for $4.95, but she’s giving you instructions for free.
Go to tutorial, Sewing and Quilting Christmas Trivets … Read More ...
Tutorial: Quilted Oven Mitt plus free pattern
Need to whip up a quick handmade gift? Vanessa of Crafty Gemini has you covered with a video tutorial for making theses quilted oven mitts. A gifted teacher, she’s right when she claims even a new sewer can successfully complete … Read More ...
Deconstructed Candy Cane table runner
Karin Jordan of Leigh Laurel Studios did a guest post at Sizzix’s blog showing how she made this festive table runner. Inspired by a candy cane, she used her Dresden Plate Sizzix die and created this minimalist look. I love … Read More ...
Why You Should Never gift a quilt to a newborn says Dr. Pait
Quilters are natural gift givers and many of you, like myself, especially enjoy welcoming new babies into the world with a quilt. With the colors and style reflecting the expecting mother’s taste. it’s often the centerpiece of the nursery, So, … Read More ...
Project: Frozen Olaf quilt
Shauna of Shwin&Shwin made this quilt for her daughter Abbey who is a fan of the movie Frozen. Relieved she liked the Olaf character the best, she got this happy snowman pieced and quilted in just 3 days. That’s … Read More ...
Embroidered Dresden Plate
I found this beautifully embroidered Dresden Plate at La Fee Pirouette. It was one of their kits and block of the month (BOM) offerings for 2014. Though we may be too late to participate in the shop’s BOM, this reminds … Read More ...
Tutorial: Maze quilt top
Remona of The Stitching Scientist delighted in making this quilt sporting a colorful maze. So much so, she’s keeping it for herself. Made from a charm pack set against white, this top is not only a good design choice for … Read More ...
5 ways to find time to quilt series
This is a huge thing for many of us, finding time to quilt. For me, I find that if I keep my sewing machine out on my dining room table and ironing board nearby, I sew more. Many others take … Read More ...