Oh boy, it only took me a full year to finally finish the Granny Floral Chippewa Scrap Quilt! Honestly, I did not intend for it to take a whole year, but I do occasionally suffer from serious squirrel brain when it comes to quilt projects. This can especially happen if a) I get a new …
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I definitely think art quilts are my true passion when it comes to quilting. I have made maybe close to a dozen since I began quilting in 2012 and with each one, I feel a bit more free and creative. This week I finished another art quilt called “No Regrets” which features the inspirational quote …
I am so pleased to announce my third quilt pattern release: Stars and Straps! This PDF quilt pattern features two blocks, a traditional block, the Sawtooth Star, and a Strap block, an original design. The star blocks are the classic Sawtooth Star Block. Originating in the 1800s, the classic star shape was extremely popular during the Civil War era. …
It’s been a little difficult to stay on track with blogging lately with all of the discord in the world right now. Most days I struggle to get any significant amount of time to quilt or work on my art. Life is just pulled in so many directions and I have to keep chasing after …
In mid-April, I began a cool-toned scrappy Plaidish throw quilt (using the pattern “Plaidish” from Kitchen Table Quilting) for my husband at his request he has a quilt that covered his feet when snuggling on the couch. As a rule, I do not purchase fabrics specifically for quilts to be kept in this house. I …
I would just love, love, love to make any kind of noticeable dent in my scrap bins. I swear those little bits of fabric multiply at night while I sleep. Therefore, I am forever on the hunt for great patterns that focus on the use of those leftover cuts. This month I am was lucky …
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Learn to make your very own Four Patch coasters with this quick, simple and fun tutorial and “quick and dirty” YouTube video.
A rundown of how I created the Shattered Squares Quilt pattern as well as inspirational versions of the pattern to inspire!
Using the story method to build a cohesive fabric bundle to enhance the theme of your quilting project.
Inspiration is everywhere, especially in nature! A rainbow tour of the colors, how they are inspirational and some of their applications in my work.