Great Granny Square Quilt Pattern from Bayhill Studio!
How I made the heart border for the Kindness Always Panel Quilt.
I love panel quilts and the unique challenge they present each and every time I work with them — what kind of border will I add? And most importantly — how can I create a border that is quick and easy? I’m excited to share this Natures’s Window fabric panel and the border that came about at the very last minute.
This is a fast, no-fail method for making four half square triangles in a snap! I use this method to make the Broken Dishes quilt block, which is my go-to block when I need to whip up a quick and easy quilt with a timeless appeal. The block can easily be made in any size, and is a great option for using a stack of precut 10” or 5” squares.
You know I love a quick and easy panel quilt, but I refuse call it in and sacrifice design in favor of speed and ease. A Prairie Braid Border is just thing to add a fun, unique touch to a quilt, and yes, it is seriously easy to make!
Do you struggle with planning borders for your panel quilts? Panel quilts are a quick and easy option, and often feature gorgeous artwork that wouldn’t work for traditional yardage, but what to do about the borders? I loathe calculating the exact math for quilt panels, so if you are like me, keep reading for a fun, no-math border that looks amazing!
Learn to make a simple Double Four Patch Block and you can create this stunning Scrappy Beginner-Friendly Boho Quilt!
Do you ever have a simple project you plan to do, but just need a big nudge to get started? I have been meaning to whip up some scrappy patchwork quilts for years…yes years, but the plan always seemed to land low on the list of priorities, until now.
I have been watching tutorials for puff quilts on YouTube the past few months. My mom made my sister and I matching puff quilts when we were kids, and I have been dreaming of making my own. When I saw the free pattern from Lo & Behold Stitchery, I felt the universe was practically screaming at me to make a puff quilt already!
Introducing the Snappy Vinyl Purse Pouch! I was looking for a durable, water resistant, structured pouch I could store in my purse, and when I couldn’t find exactly what I was looking for, I had to create one from scratch - of course!
You know I love fast and easy projects — especially projects that are easy enough for a beginner to learn. This Monogram Rollup Pillowcase is the perfect project for any level sewist. Whether you are an absolute beginner or have years of experience under your belt, this is for you!
Each month in 2022 I plan to release a new foundation paper piecing template that will include 3 sizes for rectangular zipper pouches, and 3 sizes for square quilt blocks. Because I LOVE spending time outdoors, the theme this year is The Great Outdoors.
You all know I am always looking for gift ideas for my teens and young adult kids, and who doesn’t love and need a zipper pouch in their life? I took the classic zipper pouch and bumped it up a notch with this fun foundation paper pieced version.
Meet the Quilted Hydro Flask Holder! This time of year I am constantly looking out for handmade gift ideas that will pass muster with my picky teen and young adult kids. As they leave home, one by one, I want them to have mom-made items to take along as a reminder that they are loved.
Sometimes a project or pattern determines the fabric, and sometimes the fabric determines the project, am I right? When I laid eyes on the Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood collection from Riley Blake Designs, I immediately remembered sitting in front of the television as a child watching the classic show every day after kindergarten.
I’m on the lookout this year for handmade gift ideas that my teen and young adult kids will actually use, and today I want to show you a perfect little Pocket Folder Zipper Pouch you are going to want to put on your make list.
I have a second project to share with you today featuring the I’d Rather Be Playing Chess collection by Tara Reed. This fun little Bucket Hat is a quick and easy make — perfect for homemade gift giving!
Have you seen the new I’d Rather be Playing Chess collection by Tara Reed? This fun new collection from Riley Blake Designs is seriously the perfect fabric for chess players of all ages.
Have you seen Minki Kim’s new Slim Phone Cross Body Bag pattern? I came across the video of her making this cute little bag and I knew I had to whip one up. This bag is EASY to sew and is a great homemade gift idea.
Each month in 2022 I plan to release a new foundation paper piecing template that will include 3 sizes for rectangular zipper pouches, and 3 sizes for square quilt blocks. Because I LOVE spending time outdoors, the theme this year is The Great Outdoors.
You all know I am always looking for gift ideas for my teens and young adult kids, and who doesn’t love and need a zipper pouch in their life? I took the classic zipper pouch and bumped it up a notch with this fun foundation paper pieced version.
How I made the heart border for the Kindness Always Panel Quilt.
This is a fast, no-fail method for making four half square triangles in a snap! I use this method to make the Broken Dishes quilt block, which is my go-to block when I need to whip up a quick and easy quilt with a timeless appeal. The block can easily be made in any size, and is a great option for using a stack of precut 10” or 5” squares.
The Flying Geese block is one of the most popular and versatile blocks around, which is why quilters love it and fall back on it time and time again.
Each month in 2022 I plan to release a new foundation paper piecing template that will include 3 sizes for rectangular zipper pouches, and 3 sizes for square quilt blocks. Because I LOVE spending time outdoors, the theme this year is The Great Outdoors.
Learn to make a simple Double Four Patch Block and you can create this stunning Scrappy Beginner-Friendly Boho Quilt!
When I saw the news about the MFA Quilt Along, I knew I had to join. I am a sucker for modern quilting and each block in this quilt looked amazing!
Each month in 2022 I plan to release a new foundation paper piecing template that will include 3 sizes for rectangular zipper pouches, and 3 sizes for square quilt blocks. Because I LOVE spending time outdoors, the theme this year is The Great Outdoors.
You all know I am always looking for gift ideas for my teens and young adult kids, and who doesn’t love and need a zipper pouch in their life? I took the classic zipper pouch and bumped it up a notch with this fun foundation paper pieced version.
The easiest thing you can make for Halloween might be a quick and simple Trick or Treat tote, but you can take that tote bag up a giant notch with you are using actual Hershey fabric panels!
This is a fast, no-fail method for making four half square triangles in a snap! I use this method to make the Broken Dishes quilt block, which is my go-to block when I need to whip up a quick and easy quilt with a timeless appeal. The block can easily be made in any size, and is a great option for using a stack of precut 10” or 5” squares.