If you subscribe to my newsletter you are getting free quilt block patterns for a sampler quilt. They are all 12-inch blocks and come with instructions for speedy construction. I have designed 5 exclusive blocks already and here they are. This is block 1. I decided to make them all this weekend using the fat quarters I have from the Gretel collection (by Riley Blake Designs) that I am using on another project - you know, the one with the star quilt blocks my friends Deb, Lisa, and I are … [Read more...] about Free quilt block patterns for a sampler quilt
Tutorials
Tie your Face Mask in 4 Easy Ways
I have been sewing masks since the end of March. I made a tutorial showing how to sew face masks to help all of you who want to make your own. The pattern I am using is by Craft Passion - the sizes I chose to make are the Man (for all adults), 7-12-year-olds, and 3-6-year-olds. Use this comfortable face mask pattern and you will love it. Elastic has been my choice of tying material. However, today I will show you 4 easy ways to tie your face mask in case you can't find elastic or would like to … [Read more...] about Tie your Face Mask in 4 Easy Ways
Easy to sew Face Mask: fast and comfortable!
This is the time when we all reach into our fabric stash and find materials for face masks. In this Easy to sew Face Mask: fast and comfortable blog post, you will see the steps I took to make my first (of many I know) face mask. [Edited: July 21, 2020] Before you go any further: if you are looking for face masks and are pressed for time, check out the ones I have listed in my Etsy store. I have sold over 500 masks and you might find something you like for yourself or your kids. I followed … [Read more...] about Easy to sew Face Mask: fast and comfortable!
Easy fall panel quilt: make it in one afternoon
Have you seen my quilt pattern State of Mind? I put together a photo tutorial of how I made it so you can see how fun it is to make this easy fall panel quilt. I finished State of Mind a week ago and haven't had a chance to take it to the quilter yet but you can see why I am loving it. Fall is my favorite season of the year because of its colors. When I saw the panels (yes, this quilt uses two different panels) I had to design a quilt using them. Read all the details on the post I wrote … [Read more...] about Easy fall panel quilt: make it in one afternoon
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
Mini Quilt: turn a quilt block into a fast work of art!
If you are wondering how to make a mini quilt, here is a great way to do it using any quilt pattern you like. Let me show you how I created this small quilt that is great for beginners. [Edited: June 22, 2020] This is All-Star, a patriotic quilt pattern I designed with beautiful fabrics from the Tonga Patriot collection by Timeless Treasures. The red white and blue colorway is enhanced by the texture of the batiks and each fabric as more interest to the quilt. It would be a great … [Read more...] about Mini Quilt: turn a quilt block into a fast work of art!