Quilts with words are the newest quilt-making trend and offer a great canvas in which to express yourself, adding whimsy, and meaning to your home decor. Applique' a personal message to any project, or make a fun wall hanging or baby quilt. [Edited: June 22, 2020] Have you seen this book by Sherri Noel? Its projects are easy to make, fun, and have short messages and words to add more interest to your quilt. Text it! - Quilts and Pillows with Something to Say, just published by … [Read more...] about Quilts with words – the new trend in home decor
Free pattern for a quilt for children
Download this free pattern for a quilt for children with trucks and lots of fun colors. Or make it scrappy - either way, it makes a great gift! [Updated 9/22/2021] You must have a little child in your life who would love this quilt. I designed it for Henry Glass Fabrics' collection My Favorite Trucks. It measures 56" x 68", with lots of cool blocks and prints to keep any child entertained for a long time! Yes, it is a busy quilt because I wanted to showcase as many of the fabrics in this … [Read more...] about Free pattern for a quilt for children
Beginner quilt pattern: make this quilt in one day.
Are you looking for a beginner quilt pattern? I have just designed an easy one for you to make your first project in one day or in one weekend. {Edited: June 22, 2020] "Camping Fun" is one of my newest patterns. It measures 58" x 70" and the blocks finish at 12". Easy to make, these blocks are perfect for large prints or fabrics you love but do not want to cut into tiny pieces. The quilt on the photo features fabrics from the "May the Forest be with You" collection by Dear Stella. … [Read more...] about Beginner quilt pattern: make this quilt in one day.
Easy Baby Quilt pattern for beginner quilters
Today I will show you an easy baby quilt pattern that is perfect for beginner quilters, can be customized for boys or girls, and will match your nursery decor depending on the fabrics you choose. [Edited: June 23, 2020] This baby quilt pattern is fun and fast, ideal for that baby gift you need to whip up: it is called "Color Happy" and was just published in the Summer 2019 issue of Quilter's World magazine. It measures 41" x 52-1/2" with staggered rectangular blocks. If you are a … [Read more...] about Easy Baby Quilt pattern for beginner quilters
Free quilt block pattern for a beautiful flower
Use this free quilt block pattern to make a flower with simple paper pieced rectangles as leaves. Repeat the block for a fun one-block wall hanging or lap quilt. Read on for the photo tutorial. [Edited: June 23, 2020] This is a 'hybrid' flower block. Why? Because the leaves are paper pieced and the flower is made with regular machine piecing. This is a perfect block for those who want to try their hand at paper (or foundation) piecing: a small part of the work is done with that … [Read more...] about Free quilt block pattern for a beautiful flower
I am a Guest on Pat Sloan’s Podcast today!
Good morning everyone, from my new digs! I am all moved in and ready to roll! To celebrate, today I will be a guest on the American Patchwork & Quilting Podcast hosted by Pat Sloan. How cool is that? You have been reading my blog for all these years and now you have a chance to catch my Brazilian accent as Pat and I talk about all things quilty. Show Time is Monday a 4pm Eastern, 3pm Central, 2pm Mountain, 1pm Pacific! Get ready because we always learn something new from our favorite … [Read more...] about I am a Guest on Pat Sloan’s Podcast today!