This Paper piecing video tutorial shows the step-by-step process for making blocks with perfect points. It is so easy! I made these paper (foundation) piecing blocks for a project that is not ready yet. When I paper piece I need to remind myself of the steps involved. This time I decided to create a video tutorial in case you also need a refresher, or for those of you who are intimidated by paper piecing. The video is short (4.11 minutes) but covers all the steps to make the block above, … [Read more...] about Paper piecing video tutorial
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Anniversary Winner and Giveaway – Part III
Welcome to the third giveaway as I continue to celebrate my 10th anniversary as a quilter during the month of May. I would like to announce the winner of last week's giveaway: Research Randomizer Results 1 Set of 1 Unique Numbers Per Set Range: From 1 to 103 -- Unsorted Set #1: 81 jeifner May 11, 2015 at 8:27 PM I prefer improv blocks or paper piecing. Why fuss around with tiny little points when there's a way to get them perfect. And it's already cloudy … [Read more...] about Anniversary Winner and Giveaway – Part III
Sweats into Hat Tutorial
My husband's old sweat pants had been neatly folded on my dresser for a week. Deformed after many washes to fit anyone, I wasn't sure even the Thrift Store would take it. Today, I looked at it with mischievous eyes... and took it to my quilt room. I searched for a piece of plain flannel, and the rest of history! I did record it, though, in case you have sweats which need to be put to good use! Here is what you will need: Old sweat pants Flannel fat quarter (more if for bigger hat) Hat, or … [Read more...] about Sweats into Hat Tutorial
Quick Jeans bag Tutorial
I could not donate one of my 12-year-old's jeans as it was ripped on the knees. Repairing it was not a question as this skinny jeans did no fit on his waist anymore. So, I came up with this bag in less than two hours! Some patterns for jeans bags are very complicated (I have one half done in a drawer, after a whole day of ripping pockets off and sewing them back in place later!). So, If you are ready to make a quick and stylish bag, look at the pictures below. You will need: Old jeans Lining … [Read more...] about Quick Jeans bag Tutorial
4-petal flower tutorial
Here is a quick way to add dimension to wall hangings, table runners, bags, and other quilting projects: make a flower using two contrasting 5" squares. I whipped this one up yesterday in about 15 minutes. Not bad for when you are pressed for time and need a final touch on a gift! Here is what you will need: 2 - 5" squares of contrasting fabrics button needle and thread sewing machine With right sides together, sew around the squares leaving a 1.5" opening so you can turn fabrics inside … [Read more...] about 4-petal flower tutorial
Half-square Triangles – Tutorial
The other day I found a new way to cut half-squares triangles which I thought was the best! Well, this weekend I tried to remember which way was it and where I had seen it. No clue!!! I am getting disgustingly old... :-( Anyway, I decided to do what the pattern I was using suggested, and it was pretty easy. So, in case you need a new technique, here is how I did it: Say you need 3-1/2" half-square triangles. Cut strips of the two fabrics you are using measuring 1/2" more, i.e., 4" wide by … [Read more...] about Half-square Triangles – Tutorial