Month: April 2023

I haven’t been to a sewing retreat or conference in a while, but when I did it was fun to bring a gift for my roommates! The handmade touch makes it even more special, but it isn’t entirely necessary. Because it’s been a while since I participated in one of these fun events, I may […]

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Many of my patterns suggest using chain piecing to complete the pattern, but many newer quilters are unfamiliar with this excellent piecing method. Today, I’ll answer the most frequently asked questions about it, and I am confident you’ll be ready to give it a try. What is Chain Piecing? Chain piecing is a sewing method […]

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Today’s the day! It’s the new block for the Take Ten Block Challenge! This month’s block is a classic, but I’m calling it Tuileries 🙂 The gardens here in Paris were named after the palace (no longer standing) which was built in the location of and itself named in reference to an old tile-making factory. […]

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Introducing, the Libretto mini quilt pattern! This pattern is a slight adaptation from my wall hanging pattern found in a 2021 Quilts and More magazine, I made two of those and decided to upgrade it a little and offer it in the shop! This past weekend, we visited Vaux le Vicomte, and it was well […]

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