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
machine applique
Applique’ quilt pattern with butterflies – cool wall hanging
Machine applique' is my go-to relaxation technique. When I use large shapes, it is even better! Check out my new applique' quilt pattern, perfect for a fabric collection or as a scrappy quilt! [Edited: June 18, 2020] "Nature Lover" measures 47" x 47" and the blocks finish at 8". Naturally, it is made with batiks and these are by Timeless Treasures. They are so beautiful! Of course, you do not have to select batiks but they do add fantastic texture and color variation to any quilted … [Read more...] about Applique’ quilt pattern with butterflies – cool wall hanging
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
Pincushion patterns that will make your heart stop!
One of the must-haves in the toolkit of every quilter or sewist is a pincushion (pin cushion works, too!). I am always looking for cool pincushion patterns so I can make them for myself or to give them as gifts to my friends. [Edited: June 23, 2020] Last night I dropped everything and locked myself in my studio to make these pincushions - I could not help it after I saw them! One had pieced houses and the other had machine applique'. I could not choose so I made them both! In no … [Read more...] about Pincushion patterns that will make your heart stop!
Embroidery patterns for beginners and a finished project
If you are looking for embroidery patterns for beginners, this book is perfect for it. Look at this small embroidered patchwork project I just finished and you will see how you can make it, too! [Edited: July 7, 2020] A while ago I talked about Gail Pan's book "Patchwork Loves Embroidery Too" and my plan to make one of the amazing projects in her book, as it is full of embroidery patterns I love. Well, here it is! This weekend I carved time away from moving preparations (yep, in a few … [Read more...] about Embroidery patterns for beginners and a finished project
Paper piecing video tutorial
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