Pretty Quilts and Patterns
Today I’m celebrating both my birthday and a quilt pattern release! I’m happy to introduce you to… * CANTERBURY * On my many (many) trips to old castles and fortifications around Europe one of the most fun things to see is the different flooring and wall coverings. Diamonds are one of the common themes I’ve […]
Is it May already? Wow! This month’s Take Ten Block Challenge block is SO EASY, it is great for a quick gift (are quilts actually quick?) or if you are a beginner, this is the PERFECT block! My month is cut short because of our school holidays so I am glad that this block was […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]