After a busy spring and a little creative lull, I’ve finally found my way back to my 2024 garden embroidery journal. One of the things I love about this project is that it gives me the freedom to take my time—gardens don’t bloom all at once, and neither do ideas. This month, I’m thrilled to […]
Catching Up with My 2024 Garden Embroidery Journal: May’s Iris in Cross Stitch Read More »
If you’re looking for a fun, beginner-friendly sewing project that’s both practical and creative, look no further than the Book Pocket Pillow – our first project from the Bend the Rules Beginner Machine Sewing series! Designed with young makers and beginner sewists in mind, this project is part of our Teen Summer Sewing Camp -named
From Camp to Couch: Teen-Friendly Book Pocket Pillow! Read More »
If you’re looking for a fun and simple quilting project, this Beginner Patchwork Mini Quilt is the perfect place to start! Finishing at just 10 inches square, this mini quilt is a great way to practice your piecing, quilting, and binding skills without committing to a full-sized quilt. Whether you’re brand new to quilting or
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In our latest YouTube video, we revisit Emily Dennis’s beautiful and versatile Granny Square Quilt pattern from Quilty Love—but with a twist. This time, we’re taking it a step further by using our custom jelly roll expansion pack we made last time (read the full article HERE) to explore how this timeless pattern can be
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Quilting is a wonderful hobby that allows you to combine creativity with craftsmanship, and one of the most exciting aspects of quilting is fabric selection. If you’re a new quilter, you might have already encountered jelly rolls – pre-cut fabric strips that make quilting easier and more efficient. But what if you want to expand
How to Use Your Fabric Stash to Expand a Pre-Purchased Jelly Roll for Quilting Read More »
Welcome, fellow quilters and sewing enthusiasts! If you’ve been curious about appliqué but felt a little intimidated by the technique, you’re in the right place. In today’s blog post, we’re going to walk you through a beginner-friendly appliqué technique using funky mushroom blocks as part of a vibrant, 1970s-inspired patchwork quilt. This simple and creative
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Making a simple patchwork baby quilt with a cozy minky backing is a fun and rewarding sewing project that you can easily personalize. If you’re new to quilting or just looking for a beginner-friendly project, a patchwork baby quilt is the perfect place to start! In this post, I’ll guide you through the steps to
Sewing for Love: A Simple Patchwork Quilt You Can Make for Anyone Read More »
Creating a baby quilt for someone special is always an exciting project, and even more so when you’re putting together the perfect fabric bundle. The right combination of fabrics can make your quilt not only beautiful but also personal, thoughtful, and full of charm. In this blog post, we’ll dive into how to curate a
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Are you ready to dive into a fun and functional sewing project? If you’re someone who loves crafting, quilting, and sewing with fabric, you’re going to love making your very own microwavable bowl cozy! These cozy, cotton creations are perfect for holding bowls of soup, oatmeal, popcorn, or even hot cocoa – all while keeping
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Learn how to create stunning felt butterfly embroidery designs with step-by-step tutorials, expert tips, and creative ideas for your next crafting project. The moth and butterfly patch I am using today is designed by Lori Everette of Make Merry Co. The pattern is a free download from The Felt Store which you can find HERE.
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