Thanks to alert blogger Tonya from Lazy Gal Quilting, I now know about this new book coming out in January 2010. It’s Liberated Quiltmaking ll by Gwen Marston. A preorder will get you an autographed copy from the author.… Read More ...
Pattern: Poppies For You Bags
Now that the holidays are drawing near, I am looking for gift ideas I can make. I found this Poppies For You pattern at The Janelle Wind Collection blog. Go here for further details.
Looking for Quilting supplies and … Read More ...
Gift idea: Woof – It’s a Kwillow
If you are looking for an easy to make quilt project to gift someone on your holiday list, check out this kwillow.
It’s a lap quilt that folds up into a pillow. It has no binding or difficult piecing, plus … Read More ...
Pattern: Merry holiday apron
Showcase your embroidery stitches and burn some stash in this Melly & Me Merry holiday apron. The pattern is available at Pink Chalk Fabrics for 11.95 USD. Link to apron.
[tags]apron, sewing, holiday patterns, Melly & Me, Merry, … Read More ...
Free pattern: Maltese Flower Table Topper
I love Avis Shirer’s wool flower table mat. Link to free download courtesy of www.allpeoplequilt.com.
The best way to download this pattern is to right-click on the link and select Open in a New Window.
[tags]free pattern, applique, wool, … Read More ...
1 Million Pillowcase Challenge
American Patchwork and Quilting is calling all craftsters to join them in their Make a Pillowcase, Make a Difference initiative. They make it easy for would-be participants by offering for free download* a basic pillowcase pattern and three variations – … Read More ...
Free Seasons Sew-Along
It’s not too late to join this free BOM hosted by Quilt Happy, Quilt Often! blog. Go here for instructions on how to join.
Via Crazy for Primitive Quilts
[tags]embroidery, quilt blocks, seasons, free BOM, Sew-Along[/tags]… Read More ...
Ta Dah!: Fence Rail blocks from scraps
Kathie from Inspired by Antique Quilts blog is celebrating. She just finished the blocks in this Fence Rail quilt using fabric from her scrap basket. 
Go here to read more about it. Go here to learn how to make your … Read More ...
Book: Tile Quilt Revival
According to Barbara Brackman’s Material Culture, this book Tile Quilt Revival: Reinventing a Forgotten Form is coming out in January 2010.
She explains,
Tile quilts are done in an applique technique that covers the block, yet exposes the background … Read More ...
Pattern: Seed Collectors quilt
Folksy theme, nice. I love how the neutral colors showcase the textural qualities of this quilt. The Seed Collectors quilt pattern is available for purchase at Quilt Soup for $8.99 USD. Go here for details.
[tags]folk art, neutrals, seeds, … Read More ...
Holiday Flourish quilt
I love this quilt. It makes a classic statement that calms and charms. The e-pattern for Holiday Flourish is available to purchase at Cotton Spice online shop. Go here for details.
[tags]e-pattern, Holiday, quilt, ornaments, applique[/tags]… Read More ...
Cottage Flowers quilt
I love the linen color against the brights in this quilt. The e-pattern is available to purchase at Cotton Spice online shop. Go here for full description and price.
[tags]flowers, e-pattern, cottage, linen, brights[/tags]… Read More ...
Gee’s Bend Housetop quilt kit
I found this awe-inspiring quilt called House Top at eQuilter.com this morning and to my delight I see it’s a kit. It’s from ‘The Quilts of Gee’s Bend’ collection by Rita Mae Pettway for Windham Fabrics. Finished quilt is 51″ … Read More ...
Free pattern: Table Topper Quilt
Check out this free pattern Hot Cross Buns at Lecien Corporation Quilt Fabrics. Go here to download. Original design by Karina Hittle.
[tags]free download, quilt pattern, Hot Cross Buns, Table topper[/tags]… Read More ...
“In a Twinkle” book giveaway for kids
Popular quilt pattern maker and author Kay McKenzie ended up with too many copies of her book, In a Twinkle so she’s giving away the surplus. She explains who qualifies to receive one,
If you’re a member of a group … Read More ...