Amanda of The Patchsmith discusses the ins and outs of using fusible applique to create quilted mug rugs like the one shown here, a Valentine’s Day creation. Visit her post and you’ll feel inspired to create your own as she … Read More ...
Pattern: Asian Fan Purse
This quilted purse is simply charming. You can find the pattern at La Todera.
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Hawaiian quilt motif explained
This 30’s Hawaiian quilt came across my Facebook News Feed today from French72 Antique Quilts. I’m intrigued by a comment left by Anna Harkins who explained,
… Read More ...A Hawaiian friend told me to look for all the stages of flower
The truth about cheap fabric
Maddie of Domestic Anarchy delivered a swift kick to a friend’s ego by telling her the truth about fabric inequality passing on the adage “good fabric costs good money”. It so happened the friend was lovingly stroking some of her … Read More ...
Quilts needed for teenage boys
The non-profit organization Quilts for Kids is putting out a call for quilts that would please boys in their teen years. The patterns they recommend are simple enough for a beginning patchworker. Plus, if your hands are willing but you … Read More ...
Grab a cuppa: Stitch & Slash student work
This pillow is by Lesley, a student of Carol Ann Waugh’s Stitch and Slash class on Craftsy. Teaching her raw edge cutwork technique for surface design, Carol asked students to upload photos of their finished work. Go HERE to … Read More ...
2013 Bustle and Sew calendar a perk
This is the photo for the month of May in Bustle and Sew’s 2013 calendar. I especially love the Union Jack floral treatment. The free download is a perk for Bustle and Sew newsletter subscribers. Check out Helen’s blog to … Read More ...
80s party at QuiltCon 2013
The much-anticipated first conference of The Modern Quilt Guild, QuiltCon, is almost here. If you’re lucky enough to attend, there’s going to be an 80s Dance Party on Friday, February 22nd. Sounds like fun! Sponsored by Baby Lock, it’s … Read More ...
Angela addresses burnout + Quilting Arts giveaway
Angela of Quilting Is My Therapy shares her thoughts on burnout as part of her Business of Quilting series. She offers four steps she says helps her move through it. In addition to the great tips, she is giving away … Read More ...
Tutorial: Zentangle mini quilt
The Zany Quilter shares on her blog how to make a Zentangle mini quilt. This would be a good introduction to this artistic expression. Get the tutorial.
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Gift idea: Quilted Potpourri heart pillows
Filled with crushed walnut shells, rosebuds and fragrant potpourri, these heart-shaped pillows are colorful, quilt-y goodness. Made by Pippa Patchwork, she’s selling them in her Etsy shop especially for Valentine’s Day.
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Tutorial: A sweetheart of a table runner
Jessie of Harding Hill Designs made this pretty pastel table runner. Her inspiration was the Sweethearts candies many of us associate with Valentine’s Day. You could easily add messages like “Be Mine” or “Kiss Me” to the hearts with a … Read More ...
Freebies: Paper pieced hearts
Jennifer of Sewhooked admits she has a thing for hearts. Get this patchwork heart pattern and many more on her blog. They’re free for personal use.
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Tutorial: Pink and black baby quilt
Kate of See Kate Sew welcomed her new baby girl with this pretty pink, black and white quilt. She explains she purposely added black to give it the high contrast babies love. Interested in making one? She’s written up instructions … Read More ...
Tute: Hand quilting with Sarah Fielke
Sarah Fielke of The Last Piece teamed up with Craftsy to bring you this free video on hand quilting with Perle Cotton. Using embroidery thread instead of traditional quilting thread is a patchworking trend I love. Get the video tutorial.… Read More ...