Photo by American Quilter. Used with permission. Happy Tuesday, everyone! I can finally show you my pattern Timeless Elegance which has just been published in the March issue of the American Quilter magazine. This quilt measures 77" square with 12" blocks. I chose amazing fabrics from the Zephyr collection designed by Alice Kennedy for Timeless Treasures: These aren't all the fabrics I used but they give you an idea of why I called the pattern Timeless … [Read more...] about Black and Gold quilt
Clementine Quilt Along
Photo by Fat Quarter Shop. Used with permission. I am so glad to be joining the Clementine Quilt Along hosted by Fat Quarter Shop! This is month one and we are making the Watermelon Wheel Block. I chose to make my quilt with the same fabrics as the ones shown above: Mama’s Cottage by April Rosenthal for Moda Fabrics so I received the quilt kit and the matching backing set also. I am stoked as the fabrics are gorgeous! Here is another reason why I am so excited to … [Read more...] about Clementine Quilt Along
Fat-Quarter Quilts
Happy Tuesday, everyone! Last night, when I finally had a chance to put my feet up I grabbed Martingale's "Stashtastic! 12 Patterns for Fat-Quarter Quilts" by Doug Leko and read it cover to cover. I love his designs! Doug's passion for quilting, his creativity, and love of colors are manifested in each pattern twice as the designs are presented in two colorways. He has been quilting since he was 6-years-old and designing and selling his patterns since he was 14 - his mom is … [Read more...] about Fat-Quarter Quilts
How to make an easy baby quilt today
Photograph by Annie's. Used with permission. How about a fun baby quilt as this week's inspiration? If you want to learn how to make an easy baby quilt today, my pattern In My Heart may be just what you need. I made it with the beautiful Riley Blake Designs fabrics from the Dolly collection. I have just received the quilt back from Annie's and my husband loved it - he had not seen this one yet. It measures 36" x 36", a perfect size to let the baby play on it on the floor, to cover the baby … [Read more...] about How to make an easy baby quilt today
Blue Mirror Image crochet scarf
Brrrrr... it is so cold outside! I had to wake up very early to drive both teens to the dentist and bring them back in time for school. On my way out I remembered to grab my new scarf - hey, this one I made for me! The pattern is called Arches from the same book as the last crochet scarf I made: Mirror Image Scarves by Ruthie Marks. My first mirror image scarf can be seen here. I am really loving this book! This is 62" long and about 3-1/2" wide. As you can see, the pattern is easy and I … [Read more...] about Blue Mirror Image crochet scarf
Modern Spools Sew Along – All blocks done!
I am doing the happy dance here! These are the last blocks for the Modern Spool Sew Along! That cup turned out so cute... and I think I need one with hot chocolate to celebrate the finish. Below are all the blocks I made: I will assemble the quilt top as soon as I can and post a picture. I am not sure which spool I will turn sideways but it will be one without applique' for sure. Stay tuned! Happy quilting! … [Read more...] about Modern Spools Sew Along – All blocks done!