Here's an easy flying geese quilt block tutorial that will save you time and fabric! Learn when to choose this one over the traditional method. Last night I was testing this block for a quilt pattern I needed to write. It finishes at 12" but the main reason to test it was because the size of the flying-geese units was not conventional, i.e., 2" x 4", 3" x 6", etc. Thus, I could not use the traditional method to construct them, as they measured 2-1/4" x 4-1/4" finished. I do use EQ8, the … [Read more...] about Flying geese quilt block tutorial
Vintage quilt for your home decor
Looking for a vintage quilt for your home decor? Here's a project that is sure to add enduring appeal with classic vibes to your home. I love how this quilt turned out! I named it Vintage Kitchen because the palette reminded me of that fun era of soft pink, blue, aqua, and simple, unadorned lines on everything in the kitchen. Vintage Kitchen features fabrics from the Adel in Spring collection by Sandy Gervais for Riley Blake Designs. The prints are fantastic and the Traditional Orange … [Read more...] about Vintage quilt for your home decor
Drunkard’s Path quilt using interfacing
Make a Drunkard's Path quilt using interfacing for a quick alternative to the slow traditional process of curved sewing! Check out a couple of projects I made with it: nope, I am not making money on this post - just showing you a product that I liked working with and that can be a great way to tackle projects that are a bit more involved to make when using traditional curved piecing. I made this quilt a few summers ago using a Moda Fabrics charm pack (5" squares) and yardage of a light … [Read more...] about Drunkard’s Path quilt using interfacing
Free easy quilt patterns for the kitchen
Check out these free easy quilt patterns for the kitchen for you to download and make for your home or give as gifts throughout the year! If you are looking for some last-minute ideas for handmade gifts to make for your family and friends, consider these patterns I designed for Blank Quilting. Download the patterns right now, make the gifts, and then, come January - when the fabrics are shipping to stores - get the fabrics to make them just for you! All these projects (there is a table … [Read more...] about Free easy quilt patterns for the kitchen
Free quilt pattern using 2.5″ fabric strips
Download this Free quilt pattern using 2.5" fabric strips and whip up this beauty in no time at all! Precut strips are perfect for this project! This quilt is called Latticework, which I designed for the Sapphire fabric collection by Timeless Treasures. It measures 65" x 76" with 10" blocks. The size is perfect as a throw quilt and would make a beautiful gift. This collection features deep blues, softer ones, and blacks with metallic touches bringing out the florals, paisleys, and scrolls … [Read more...] about Free quilt pattern using 2.5″ fabric strips
Free Quick Thanksgiving quilt patterns
Download these Free Quick Thanksgiving quilt patterns to revamp your Holiday decor or give it as a gift to family and friends! Quilts using panels are super fast to make and these two designs I created for Blank Quilting's He Leads Me fabric collection are no exception. They convey the spirit of the Thanksgiving season with a soothing palette with dusty corals, teals, and soft ivory that will likely not clash with the colors you already have in your home. Some of us feel intimidated by … [Read more...] about Free Quick Thanksgiving quilt patterns