Pretty Quilts and Patterns
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. […]
Another month, another Take Ten block! We had a very busy January, so my sewing time was limited but I still managed to finish my January quilt and I’m ready to get to my February block- the Fellowship block! I do put thought into what I’m calling each block this year, and Fellowship comes from […]
I’m so thrilled to invite you to join me for a new Block challenge here on my website in the coming year- I’m calling it Take Ten. During this challenge, I’ll be sharing instructions for quilt blocks based on 10″ precut squares, plus fabric requirements to complete the quilt top. All the full quilt instructions […]
‘Tis the season! The season to break out those holiday patterns so they’re ready for the holidays 😉 And a quick project is definitely preferred during these busy weeks. I know that’s my project threshold when regular life is full! Today I have a quick and cute project to share with you- complete with free […]
You know what’s hard? Getting excited about Halloween in a country where Halloween is only a minor holiday and only for little kids. There aren’t decorations or costumes in stores, no spooky fabrics or household items, no Halloween posters or party signs or fun Halloween-themed treats to be found. Where’s the Hocus-Pocus t-shirts? The pumpkin […]