I'm so happy to share today my finished Kingfisher quilt! I so enjoyed making this one, not the least because of your enthusiasm along the way. This was really the perfect time of year…
Read MoreHave you ever considered having a quilt custom quilted? When is it worth it and how does the process work?
Read MoreJodi and I designed the Kingfisher with three, simple fabric borders adorned with triangle applique. They bring the quilt up to a nice throw size without much fuss.
Read MoreI know we've all done our fair share of un-sewing, but have you ever un-quilted an entire quilt? How about, un-binding? Yes, un-finishing! That's what I've started today.
Read MoreSummer and travels abound, but the quilting goes on! Thanks for continuing to send me your quilts. I love seeing your patchworks! Here are a few of the fantastic quilts…
Read MoreReady to transform all these pieces into the beginnings of a quilt top? We'll be joining 60 degree diamonds and partial diamonds to make a squared-off quilt top center.
Read MoreHow are you at extremes? I have a feeling my friends would say I'm a little too good at those: extremely focused, extremely adventurous, all-in most of all of the time. But when it comes to color…
Read MoreAlmost! I have just four flowers left to English paper piece. And then, it'll be on to the next phase of my Kingfisher quilt. Here’s an update and my thoughts on the best thread for hand sewing!
Read MoreI did it! I made a dress I will actually wear and feel comfortable in. And as proof, I've already worn it on three occasions!
Read MoreThe other day Liam pointed to the peach square at the bottom edge of this block and asked, "Why did you put this here?"
Read MoreHave you ever snuggled a quilt with cuddle or minky backing? They're amazing. They really are in a whole different category from traditional quilting cotton quilts. These plush, pet-able fabrics…
Read MoreJodi wrote a gem of a post for us at Tales of Cloth this week. Don't miss "Keeping Momentum for Hand Stitched Projects", which touches on how she integrates EPP so fully within her life.
Read MoreI love them both! All fabrics are available now at Crosscut Sewing Co. They really do have a fantabulous selection, as I'm sure you noticed if you participated by making a mosaic.
Read MoreOooh, I LOVE what you did with this mosaic contest! I knew it was a little more open-ended than usual, and you totally rose to the challenge. So many of you found really unique fabrics…
Read MoreWhat do you think? We love it! This ruffle sleeve top was easy to sew and is just as easy to wear. The top is basically a tube top, with an elasticized top band and elasticized sleeves…
Read MoreToday I'm chiming in with a tutorial for cutting diamonds for the Kingfisher quilt. The center of the quilt is composed of 60 degree diamonds. Since this is a common quilting shape, you might like to follow…
Read MoreWhat is the essence of red? How does green make you feel? What does blue say to you? Each classic hue has its own personality, a unique energy. Without the interplay of other colors…
Read MoreI'm so glad to report that we've been busy in the quilting studio! It seems that we've hit our stride, with orders for longarm quilting service coming in regularly. We're now booked a little over a month out.
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