While kicking around online I found this fun fabric, Space Explorers by Nancy Wolf for Kokka. Out of this world, you can get some at Pink Chalk Fabrics,while supplies last.
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Little girl needle keeper
What a brilliant use of small bits of Liberty fabrics in this needle keeper. Sewn as background, it rightfully frames the sweet little girl in the center. Go to Flutterby Patch to see more photos of this pretty creation.
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Bozena’s art quilt
This is Garden in the Night, an art quilt by Bozena Wojtaszek. I’m swooning. See more of her fabric art in her Etsy shop.
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Tutorial: Quilted cushion with zipper
Chrissie of made by Chrissie D shares on her blog how to make a quilted cushion (aka pillow) with a little something extra, a hidden zipper. This gives such a nice polished finish. Get the tutorial.
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Work at your own pace with Jude Hill
I’d love to hang out with Jude Hill of Spirit Cloth just to soak up her creative vibe. Next best thing would be to connect online. Well, recently she has declared open enrollment for her What if Diaries class. She … Read More ...
Free Quilt pattern: Betsy Ross Patriotic USA Flag Quilt
In honor of Memorial Day (Monday in the U.S.), Nancy Zieman of Sewing with Nancy is offering on her blog this free quilt pattern. The Betsy Ross flag is a design created during the American Revolution, with a circle of … Read More ...
Tutorial: Anorina’s Step in Time Quilt
Anorina of Samelia’s Mum shares how to make this pretty quilt she calls Step in Time. Psst, it was featured in a major quilting magazine in 2012, kudos Anorina! You’ll use precuts to get a head start in piecing, so … Read More ...
Tutorial: Binding a quilt with less bulk
Kim of Lily Patch Quilts shares her method for attaching binding to a quilt that reduces bulk at the completion point. It’s a brilliant idea I’ve not seen anywhere. Techniques like this can take years to learn on your own, … Read More ...
Sew Along at Sew Delicious
This sounds like fun. Roslyn of Sew Delicious is hosting a sew along starting today, May 20th and ending May 24th. She explains,
… Read More ...The project is a quilted mat – perfect for anyone wanting to try quilting but are intimidated
Patchwork Union Jack blanket
Rachael Rabbit shows on her blog this Union Jack blanket she’s making from recycled sweaters cut into 2.5 inch squares. To keep the squares from becoming wonky she said she backed them in cotton fabric scraps. Brilliant! Go HERE to … Read More ...
Tutorial: Bouncy patchwork ball
Ros of RosMadeMe claims her patchwork pentagon ball bounces. Want to make one? She takes you step-by-step from supply list, drafting your own template, English paper piecing, and stuffing. Get the know-how.
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Tutorial: ‘No Butt’ method to join bits of batting
Got batting scraps? Quilters do. Amy of And Sew We Craft shows her way to join small pieces of batting together so they’re ready for future quilt-y projects. Hint, she doesn’t butt them. Get the tutorial.
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Newsy: Winners selected for fabric giveaway
From reading your comments, y’all got as excited as I did about the OnlineFabricStore’s fabric. I selected the winners for their giveaway, get details here. Each of these lucky Craft Gossip readers will receive one yard of fabric that … Read More ...
Tutorial: Justine’s bed quilt in blues
Justine of Mucho Color lets her cat check out her freshly sewn bed quilt. It’s a simple one patch, a perfect choice for a quick project or quilting newbie. Her blue color palette is nice and cool. Love it!
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Tutorial: Paper pieced hexies Cintia’s way
Cintia of My Poppet shows on her blog how to make paper pieced hexagons. She explains,
… Read More ...Obviously I won’t be reinventing the wheel here, but I pride myself on finding the simplest way to do things, so hopefully you’ll see