Really great boy fabric is hard to find. Mo from lime gardenias knows this personally with a 12 yr old son of her own. She solicited his advice (subject and colors) before designing her fabric line Mechanical Genius. The circuit … Read More ...
Tute: Vinyl lined zakka-style lunch bag
Built around a Sawtooth Star quilt block, this lovely lunch bag is Crafty Fox’s entry in the 12 Gifts of Christmas Tutorials at Ellison Lane Quilts. She admitted to being a bit intimidated by all the other blogger’s projects, what … Read More ...
DIY: Chevron rag quilt for big brother
It’s all boy! That’s right, Rikka from Ricochet and Away made her second quilt ever (the first was for her little girl age 4) with a mandate from the recipient (her 7 yr old son). It could not be babyish, … Read More ...
Tutorial: Piecing “A Brand New Heart”
This is an irresistibly cute pillow I spied at Boys, Buttons, and Butterflies. Heidi used a foundation piecing method to create the scrappy heart then surrounded it with these sweet words,
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Spiders and Webs Halloween Quilt
Heidi from Boys, Buttons, and Butterflies has crafted a delightful Halloween-themed quilt using the Trick-or-Treat fabric line by Deb Strain. This eye-catching quilt is perfect for adding a festive touch to your Halloween decor. To make your own, check out … Read More ...
Eye candy: Ruffled Roses by Sue Garman
Beautiful. Sue Garman’s Ruffled Roses 2011 BOM at The Quilt Show.
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Fun gifts for quilters under $10
1. Piece O’ Cake Playing Cards.
2. Breaking up? Give this vintage cartoon magnet in lieu of a Dear John letter. Get one for $5.00 HERE.
3. Quilting Chickens Postcards (package of eight). Get a set for … Read More ...
Jo’s crumb quilt so far
Here’s a peek at Jo’s crumb quilt in progress. She’s the host of this fall’s Crumb Quilt Along 2 on her blog Jo’s Country Junction. Crumbs refer to small bits of fabric used to make small blocks approximately 3″ … Read More ...
Pattern: Haunted stitches for Halloween
Add a touch of spooky charm to your Halloween decor with the “Haunted” design by Jenice Allred from Azure Moon Designs, available for just $8.00 USD at PatternSpot. This delightful hand-stitchery pattern features a whimsical haunted house, perfect for infusing … Read More ...
Mistletoe Kisses embroidery pattern
With patterns like this one by Nini Makes it’s no wonder I’m seeing more embroidery in patchwork projects. This sweet design starts on a kitchen towel but would be at home on a quilt, garment, or whatever. Get a closer … Read More ...
Giveaway: Echo charm pack by Lotta
Stitched in Color is having a fabric giveaway. Get a chance to win an Echo charm pack by Lotta Jansdotter for Windham Fabrics. Click HERE for entry details. Contest ends Oct 27, 2011.… Read More ...
Freebie: Owl Lover Calendar 2012
I love freebies especially as the holidays draw near. Check out the Owl Lover Calendar 2012. You can pick images for a particular month or go with a pre-made one. Shivani from My Owl Barn created the calendar by … Read More ...
Newsy: Japanese Imports Fabric Swap at Gen X
There are only two spots left in the Japanese Imports Fabric Swap 2 hosted by Gen X Quilters. She announced the swap Friday, so if you are interested, you better get on over there now where you will find … Read More ...
Tutorial: Fabric puff, not exactly a yo yo
Janet from JMD Designs shows how she created these fabric puffs for an embellishment on her pretty patchwork bag. She explains puffs are different from yo yos since for a puff the edge is not turned before stitching. She also … Read More ...
Tutorial: Amy’s Dresden Plate quilt block
Amy at Stitchery Dickory Dock has demystified the dreaded Dresden Plate quilt block. Follow her step-by-step instructions and she says you can cross this off your bucket list. Click HERE to go to her Dresdens Decoded Tutorial.
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