Carol from Fun Threads was in a piratey mood when she created this handsome character she calls Mr. Bones. What a fun project to do with kids or grandkids this summer. She even has the drawings reversed, ready for fusible … Read More ...
Tutorial: Hammered leaves on fabric
Lynda from Bloom, Bake and Create has an interesting method for creating leaves on fabric. It involves tape and a hammer. She says what you end up with can be used in a wall hanging or appliqued on a project. … Read More ...
Free pattern: City Weekend quilt by Liesl
I heart the City Weekend fabric collection by Liesl Gibson, founder of Oliver + S. See my earlier post here. I just spied this City Weekend quilt pattern that showcases the line. It’s spectacular! Get a link to … Read More ...
Ta Dah!: First quilt is no sleeper + DIY
Bravo! to Sarah from While They Snooze for starting and finishing her very first quilt – shown. I am smitten with her color choices – the olive-green, aqua blue and brown. Of this project she says,
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Hoo’s in The Forest fabric coming soon!
Due out in mid June, this adorable fabric collection comes in two colorways – blue and pink. It’s Hoo’s in The Forest by Doohikey Designs. Spied at Hawthorne Threads, see the entire collection on their website.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Gift card purse
I am crushing on this 9-patch purse made from used gift cards. See how Anna did it at A as in Anna.
Via Rhonda at Dollar Store Crafts.… Read More ...
Quilts For Sale to benefit Alzheimer research
Mary Wiessner donated this mini art quilt she calls Wag Your Tail to the Quilts For Sale project to benefit Alzheimer’s research. I love the quote and metal dog tag.
Another favorite donation quilt of mine is Linda Rogers’ Limey… Read More ...
Applying the rule of thirds
Gail from That Artist Woman explains the rule of thirds in her series Art Elements. She says learning to recognize the sweet spots in a composition will help you create more appealing work. Visit her Post: Art Elements: Rule of … Read More ...
Newsy: Amy has blocks in quilt book
Yeah for Amy from Amy’s Creative Side on having the two quilt blocks she submitted for a collaborative book accepted. Modern Blocks: 99 Quilt Blocks from Your Favorite Designers, by Stash Books will be out this fall. Visit her … Read More ...
Long-arm lust – I want a George!
Pat Sloan uses one – an APQS table-mounted long-arm quilting machine
and she loves it. The beauty of this machine is it’s smaller, more affordable and according to Pat allows closer contact with the fabric being quilted. Find out what … Read More ...
Patchwork dress from upholstery samples
Erica from Recycled Fashion made this lovely patchwork dress from some Robert Allen upholstery samples. This is inspiration for quilters to take patchwork off the beds/walls. Read more about how she made it here.
Found at BurdaStyle.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Summer Picnic Placemat
Need some summer fun to go? Then, why not make a picnic placemat with a utensil holder. Vanessa from the Crafty Gemini shows you how in a tutorial with two segments. After she demonstrates sewing one, she gets three guys … Read More ...
Sew-Along to mark 10th anniversary for Benita
Starting today Benita from Victoriana Quilt Designs is kicking off her 10th Anniversary Fabric Party. In honor of the event, she wants you to join her in building a row-by-row quilt with fabrics from 18 different fabric companies such … Read More ...
New patterns for Sew Cherry fabric
Remember that fabric line Sew Cherry I raved about in a previous post? Well, the designer Lori Holt from Bee in my Bonnet shares four new patterns on her blog that showcase it. Go here to see them. I’m … Read More ...
Newsy: Textile Art Festival coming in June
If you live or travel close enough, don’t miss the Textile Art Festival coming up soon in Queensland, Australia. A browse through the Festival Preview Magazine revealed several events that will appeal to art quilters.
… Read More ...State of the Art 2011