This wabi sabi improvisational 4-patch framed pillow tutorial is a fun, low-pressure scrap quilting project made from 100% blue fabric scraps and part of the 4 Patch February sewing series. For this week’s 4 Patch February project, I created a wabi sabi–inspired improvisational 4 patch framed pillow top made entirely from blue fabric scraps. This […]
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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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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to show someone you care than by creating a thoughtful, handmade gift? A heart-shaped patchwork pot holder is a practical and adorable DIY project that is perfect for gifting to your loved ones. Whether you’re an experienced quilter or a beginner, this simple yet
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November and December are certainly the peak time of year when I look back and reflect on the year and all of the scrap fabrics I have created in my studio. Each year, I desire to start fresh, with zero scraps piled up in bins and around the room, but that never really happens. And,
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DIY Zero-waste make-up mini wipes are a great way to use up small strips of quilting cotton that may be left over from other projects. With the addition of a terry cloth backing and some top stitching, you can replace single-use cotton balls or rounds. In addition to keeping garbage out of the landfill, you
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Happy summer! I have been slowly working my way through a few outstanding, but fun projects. I am happy to share a newly-completed quilt with you today, the “XMark Throw Quilt!” The “XMark Throw Quilt” hits the etsy shop just in time for the summer season. I love the fresh vibe of both the pattern
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I recently played in my sewing studio creating an improvisational flamingo tote bag all from scraps. My daughter’s friend was having a 12th birthday party and she loves flamingos. I wasn’t directly asked to spend two and a half days creating the flamingo tote, but I had an idea and was also very in the
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Last week I finished all of the blocks for my “Field Study” Sweet Life bed quilt. I had to work a few evenings on the quilt like I used to do when my kids were young due to schooling them during the day. I would like to say I love the nostalgia of it, but
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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
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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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