Since we’ve already done all this, we’re ready to begin sewing! Today we’re going to make a 9-patch block. Like I said earlier, this is a block made from 9 patches. Pretty simple, huh? Let’s begin. First choose nine fabrics for your nine patches. … Continue reading
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The Very Basics of Quilting Part 3
Welcome back to the Very Basics of Quilting Series. So, we’ve amassed our supplies, and chosen our fabrics. This week let’s pick a pattern. Now you might love the look of cathedral windows or a double wedding ring quilt. But for your very … Continue reading
The Very Basics of Quilting Part 2
Hi there. I know this is quite late, since it should have been posted Friday. Thanks for waiting on me! I’ve been finishing up some new patterns that should be out really soon. This week we’re going to talk about … Continue reading
The Very Basics of Quilting Part 1
I decided to write a few posts up about quilting how-to for the very beginning quilter. This may not pertain to most of you, but people always tell me they would love to quilt but don’t know where to start. … Continue reading
ROCKIN ROBIN WEEK 1: RECTANGLES
It’s finally here! The first week of the Rockin Robin Quilt Along. This week’s row belongs to Lisa Marie of That Crazy Quilty Girl. Let me tell you a little bit about Lisa. She is a little crazy. But in a … Continue reading
PRIZES ANYONE?
Petty Tom loves this quilt. Chicken is running to get hers done. Meow sure thinks it makes a good napping blanket. And if that’s not enough reason for you to join the Rockin’ Robin Quilt Along: Whoever finishes their Rockin’ … Continue reading
A DRESS FOR A PRINCESS
Easter dress #1 is finished! Hooray! Although I didn’t use a pattern, I can’t take all the credit. I was totally inspired by the winning design for Project Run and Play by Katie. As soon as I saw that dress, I … Continue reading
Easter Purse
Hi there! Do you remember this embroidery and this purse? Well, Anna loved that purse. She loves it SO much that she made me promise that she could have one if she LET me give it to my niece. I did promise and … Continue reading
Quilting for Two Causes
I needed to make two charity quilts, so I decided to use up as many scraps as I could. I made the same quilt twice, but they are the … Continue reading
CHRISTMAS QUILT
This Christmas quilt for Nathan is the result of a Dozen Quilters. I designed the blocks and sent out fabric and each lady sent me back a block which is now Nathan’s quilt. Just a little late for this Christmas, but … Continue reading