If you are like me, you have a long list of Christmas gifts to make before the Holidays. I am always looking for ideas... I found I can make a fast and fun Christmas gift using Diamond Art. [Edited June 6, 2020] You know what happens when you discover a new craft that is fun, easy, beautiful, and fast and you can't stop making it? Well, that is me right now with Diamond Art. I finished the Snowman (Leisure Arts sold out of them, but you can still find them at Amazon if … [Read more...] about Diamond Art for Christmas: fast and fun gift
Quilted Wall Hangings for home decor
Our mountains here in Utah are already capped with snow - a gorgeous sight! It is difficult to pick a favorite season in this part of our world because they all have their special allure, but when the snow falls over those mountain peaks, it is all I can do to keep my eyes off them. This is probably why I like to see them as Quilted Wall Hangings for home decor. All photographs by Jason Masters for Leisure Arts. Used with permission. [Edited June 6, 2020] This quilted wall hanging by … [Read more...] about Quilted Wall Hangings for home decor
Free quilt pattern for modern patchwork
Modern home decor does not have to make you scratch your head in despair. With this free quilt pattern for modern patchwork, you will add a contemporary flair to any room in your house. [Edited May 21, 2020.] Let's begin the week with a free quilt pattern! This fun geometric quilt design features the Geo-Topia line by Color Principle for Henry Glass. Quilt 1, as it is called, measures 63-1/2" x 78" and the blocks finish at 15-1/2". A wall hanging showcasing four blocks would look fantastic! … [Read more...] about Free quilt pattern for modern patchwork
Table Topper with applique’ flowers
I love changing quilts around my house to reflect the season. Or my mood. This Table Topper with applique' flowers is the best one for me right now, and it was a long time coming together! I finished this table topper about SEVEN years ago and totally forgot about it! It is now quilted (thanks to Melissa at Sew Shabby Quilting), bound, and living on my dining room table. I love its colors and, best of all, the applique'! The flowers on the main fabric are colorful and fun so I … [Read more...] about Table Topper with applique’ flowers
5 creative fall quilts with applique’ and reproduction fabrics
We've had beautiful Fall days in Utah with chillier weather, though this week the temperatures are back up into the 60s (F). This is the perfect opportunity to show you 5 creative fall quilts with applique', for those days when you decide to stay in and do some leaf-peeping of the 'let's-find-fall-leaves-in-my-fabric-stash' kind. [Edited: June 14, 2020] Lest you think I am consumed by Christmas projects, above is a mini quilt I finished last week. "Itty Bitty Roses" measures 12", the … [Read more...] about 5 creative fall quilts with applique’ and reproduction fabrics
Winter Cheer quilt as Block of the Month
Make this Winter Cheer quilt as Block of the Month using different fabrics from your stash, or use the amazing collections I did! It measures 81" x 81" and features fabrics from Riley Blake's Winterberry and Merry and Bright collections. [Edited 01/08/2023.] Photos by The Quilting Company. Used with permission. Quilters with any skill level can enjoy this project, as The Quilting Company has developed videos to help with block assembly. The videos are well-produced, brief, and to … [Read more...] about Winter Cheer quilt as Block of the Month