Maia Ferrell sells prints of her original artwork in her Etsy shop, like this one she calls Sew Your Own. So cute! Be sure and check out the Laundry Room and Bedroom prints, two others I would love to … Read More ...
Inspiration: Game pieces for geo-decor
Deborah of Kickcan and Conkers found these vintage items on Etsy, saying they would make great room decor. To me, they look like painted quilt blocks, but I admit to having a geometric outlook of the world. What’s your guess? … Read More ...
Tutorial: Swoon Block from Charms
Candace of The Double Nickel Quilt Challenge shows how to make a Swoon block out of 5″ charm squares. Further she explains her newly discovered technique that eliminates many of the seams in this quilt block. Brilliant! Go HERE to … Read More ...
Event: Voices in Cloth at Craneway Pavilion
Can you imagine strolling through 200 exhibit quilts in the birthplace of the legend of Rosie the Riveter with a view of the San Francisco skyline? It’s possible if you attend the Voices in Cloth 2012 Quilt Show being … Read More ...
Ta Dah!: Creative Conglomeration quilt
Marie at Marie’s Creative Space shows readers her entry in Challenge 2 of the Creative Conglomeration challenge. She explained hers was one of seven quilts revealed at the Creative Conglomeration blog. All of them are worth a look. Go HERE … Read More ...
Tutorial: Log Cabin Pincushion
Jeni from In Color Order did a guest tutorial at Riley Blake–Cutting Corners College showing how to make this pretty pieced pincushion. Get the know-how.
Via Lish Dorset at CRAFT.
Image credit: Riley Blake Designs
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Martha’s best ever quilt retreats
Martha at MachineQuilter talks about why she exclaims after every quilting retreat it was the best one. Go HERE to read more.
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Giveaway: Sunday Morning Quilts
This much-anticipated book, Sunday Morning Quilts, by Amanda Jean Nyberg and Cheryl Arkison will be available *soon. Megan at StashBooks blog is giving away a copy to a lucky reader. Contest ends Sunday, March 18, 2012. Go HERE for … Read More ...
Teardrops trailer pattern and tute
This unique sewing box is Rebecca Roach‘s entry in the SLICED competition hosted by the Moda Bake Shop. She shares how to make one at Moda; calling the project Lonely Teardrops No More. Get the know-how. Rebecca blogs … Read More ...
Improv lady quilter in Maureen’s WIP
Maureen at Maureen Cracknell Homemade shares her full of the awesome quilt. Check out the lady quilter on the bottom left to see what I mean. Her husband thinks it needs to be a bit larger, thus she’s calling it … Read More ...
‘Beats a watch any day’ retirement quilt
Check out this personalized word quilt I found on Etsy at Snappyshop. A group of employees custom ordered it to honor their boss who retired. What a sweet idea!
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Phillip’s crazy quilt block
This block, done in the crazy quilting style, was created by V. Phillip from Australia. It’s busy in such a good way! Found at the Crazy Quilt Journal Project 2012 Blog, a repository for participants to share their work. … Read More ...
Craft Fair Tips | Everything Etsy
Spring is synonymous with craft shows. If you’re planning to exhibit your handmade goodness in one, Kim at Everything Etsy shares some tips for success. Go HERE to read more.
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A hare-y Easter table runner and discounts
I found this delightful wool applique pattern and kit at The Rabbit’s Lair online shop. Called Will You Be My Friend?, it’s by Nutmeg Hare. By the way, The Rabbit’s Lair shop is celebrating National Quilting Day starting this Thursday … Read More ...
Voting open for Golden Quilter Awards
Quilters, it’s time to vote on your favorite nominees now through March 31st at SewCalGal. The 10 categories include:
- Best Designer
Best Teacher / Instructor
Best Author
Best Quilt Store (Physical)
Best Quilt Store (Online)
Best Long Arm Quilter
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