Nothing says spring like pastels and babies. And what bliss it is when it’s naptime and you have time to sew. This original design is by Marcy at Sunflower Designs. Go here for further details.
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“Quilts 1700 – 2010” at the Victoria Albert
Today is the day to be in London for the grand opening of a show at the Victoria and Albert Museum, Quilts 1700 – 2010. Like Barbara from Barbara Brackman’s Material Culture, I was not invited to the … Read More ...
Free pattern to honor National Quilting Day
Today is National Quilting Day and the National Quilting Association (NQA) is sharing this wonderful quilt pattern called “Tie One On”. They suggest it be used for service projects, especially in remembering our military families. Fat quarter friendly, it’s an … Read More ...
Yes, a girl can change her mind about strings
I love it when quilters share their design process, and Cathy from Cabbage Quilts tells how she came up with this beautifully executed string quilt. Get her story here.
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Fusible goddess sheets
The ultimate in fusibles, especially for art quilters, is Mistyfuse
®. They have a Facebook fan page. I just joined it and found out an alternative use for it. Cool. Go here to become a fan.
Moda March Madness sale
The folks at The Quilt Shoppe are having a Moda March Madness sale this week only – sale ends March 21st. Go here for details.
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Ta Dah! Fabric inspired flower pendant
Bee Tree by Me made this out of polymer clay and I was fooled big time thinking she used calico cottons. Alert reader pewa88 clued me in, thanks! Kudos to Bee Tree, this is a clever wearable. She posted it … Read More ...
Peacocks and Plumage quilt kit
This quilt is breathtakingly stunning! Peacocks and Plumage is the creative result of two powerhouse quilt designers, Sue Spargo from USA and Sarah Fielke from Australia. You have options. You can buy the kit or you can give it a … Read More ...
Tutorial: Getting perfect 1/4″ seams
Amy from Park City Girl shares her method for getting the often elusive 1/4″ seam allowance preferred in quilting. She demonstrates with both a standard and a 1/4″ sewing machine foot. Get the tutorial.
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Free pattern: Silly Chicken quilt block
Zoey of Perpetually Piecing has some real lively examples of a fun quilt block called Silly Chicken. Go to her blog to check out the block, she has an entire flock. You can make your own silly chicken, for personal … Read More ...
Giveaway: Aunt Lindy’s Paper Dolls fabric
Amy from Park City Girl is hosting a giveaway featuring two fat quarter packs – one English and the other Victorian – Aunt Lindy’s Paper Dolls fabric. Go here for entry details.
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Giveaway: Blush charm squares
Kim from Sherrod Studio is celebrating the launch of two new quilt patterns with a giveaway. Go here to find out how to win this Blush charm pack, and more.
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Get your vote on at SewCalGal
In honor of National Quilting Month, which is March in the USA, SewCalGal is hosting the Golden Quilters Awards. Go here to see the categories and nominees and don’t forget to vote for your favorites.
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Joseph’s Coat quilt-along
Don’t Look Now! is hosting a quilt-along for the pattern Joseph’s Coat. She provides a tutorial for each step in the process and turns needle turn applique on it’s head. Go here to read more.
Via quiltsalott
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Tip: Tame your bobbins
Karen from Sew Many Ways shares her secret for keeping her loaded-with-thread bobbins wound up. Get the tip.
[tags]sewing tip, bobbins, thread, organization[/tags]… Read More ...