How to make the coziest quilt? Use Cuddle backing fabric. Just look at how the finished quilt collects in warm, cozy puddles. Aria loves cold weather and fluffy quilts. Do you think she’s going to have a harder time getting out of bed in the morning?
Read MoreRecently I came across a post called Anomaly, which I wrote when I last sewed an Ikat quilt. It was during that peculiar year (2018) during which my family was quietly researching possibilities for a permanent move abroad. Freshened with the benefit of (then private) background info and hindsight, I think you’ll enjoy this flashback post!
Read MoreA few mistakes or a sprinkling of irregularity are like a fingerprint. I was here. This was made by hand. Made for love and pleasure, and to be celebrated, warts and all.
Read MoreI confess that these blocks are a bit too similar for my tastes. Although I am using different fabrics, I get a strong sense of déjà vu each time I start a new one. At the moment my main satisfaction is that Aria loves watching her quilt grow!
Read MoreWhen I’m starting on a new block, I always begin by arranging all of the pieces in Ikat formation. It’s like building a puzzle, actually! Elora is learning to recognize the patterns of this patchwork, so she can help me set out the pieces.
Read MoreSewing an Ikat block takes time. These are big blocks, finishing almost 20” square! The sewing is all very straightforward, but you want to watch your seam allowances so that everything fits together nicely.
Read MoreIf your quilt-in-progress has blocks that interact with each other you need some way to stay organized so that everything will match up at the end. Don’t have a design wall? No worries. Here’s how to easily organize your quilt project so it can be packed away, while keeping everything where it should be.
Read MoreNotice that the sashing colors are white and taupe - two fairly similar shades. Even though some blocks have fairly strong contrast, the pools of low contrast in between create an overall gentle and peaceful vibe.
Read MoreContrast is a classic element of design, referring to the juxtaposition of differences: big vs. small, light vs dark, shiny vs matte. I use color and value contrast very often in my work. It’s one of the things that probably makes my quilts look like “me”.
Read MoreSome quilts require a bit of planning, a touch of organization. That’s my skill set, so let’s do this together! This sew-along is based on my tried-and-true Ikat quilt pattern. It’s made up of simple squares and rectangles that together create an intricate effect. Come join us!
Read MoreMy first version of Ikat quilt relied on high value contrast, resulting in sharp, bold patchwork. While I adore the effect of pairing black and white, I wanted to try something new with my latest iteration.
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