Let's end the month of March with 2 super cool and free quilt patterns to download and begin sewing right away because we must stay busy so our minds won't wonder about sad stuff. Holiday Retreat is the quilt I designed for Moda Fabrics' Forest Frost Glitter collection. It measures 82" x 94" and the blocks finish at 12" and 6". The techniques include easy piecing, machine applique', and easy paper piecing. You've asked me before which one I prefer: foundation paper or tracing paper. I … [Read more...] about Download Free Quilt Patterns today
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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
Quilt Kit Giveaway Winner
Happy July everyone! In the midst of all the preparations for the Fourth of July celebrations, let's stop to congratulate the winner of the Grace quilt kit: 1 Set of 1 Unique NumberRange: From 1 to 24 Set #1 18 Jodi - usairdollJune 28, 2019 at 9:43 AM What a fun quilt! Great job! I follow you via IG and Bloglovin. Jodi, I will email you soon to get your address so I can mail the quilt kit. I know you will enjoy making it and the easy machine applique' will … [Read more...] about Quilt Kit Giveaway Winner
Grace wall hanging Giveaway
This is my 800th post and I am celebrating by showing you a finish. Yepee! My Grace wall hanging is finally quilted and it is hanging in my family room where I see it every day. The quilting is very simple - in the ditch on the blocks (no quilting on the narrow border because I was too giddy to finish it), and stippling on the center to make the applique' pop. This happy quilt measures 26-1/2” x 30-1/2” and the blocks on the border finish at 4". The machine applique' is super easy to do using … [Read more...] about Grace wall hanging Giveaway
Quilts with words – the new trend in home decor
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