Modern Quilt & Sewing Patterns for a Handmade Life
Last week was super busy. In addition to all the regular life stuff, my in-laws were downsizing and moving and we inherited some lovely things so there were some trips over, some clearing space and organizing, some movers, and a whole lot of tired. I’m happy to say, though, that my work area got upgraded … Read more
This mum is such a fun block to make so I thought you might like to make it, too! And it’s a good way to make a dent in your scraps. You’ll need some EZ Steam II or equivalent, a sharpie, some small sharp scissors, a backing fabric, scraps, and this template. Don’t print it … Read more
This is a fun, easy, and quick little mini quilt, perfect for using up some of those fabric scraps! You will need: Assorted scraps some background fabric Pellon Lite-EZ Steam II or other two-sided lightweight fusible web sharp scissors batting backing binding Now, you can absolutely make a template and draw a perfect tree and … Read more
So yesterday I promised a tutorial on how I do a hidden zipper pillow back. For a 16″ pillow form, you will need: (1) 9″ x 16″ rectangle (1) 12″ x 16″ rectangle (1) zipper 16″ or longer First, take your 12″ x 16″ rectangle. Fold and press 1/2″ along the long side, then press … Read more
A few weeks ago my guild (St. Louis Modern Quilt Guild) brought in Heather Jones to give a trunk show and to teach a couple of weekend classes. I attended the trunk show, which was great, and then took her class, From Inspiration to Design. We were to bring graph paper, pencils, markers, and an inspirational photograph. … Read more
Earlier this month I had the opportunity to participate in making some things for the newest Mediterraneofabric line by Katarina Roccella for Art Gallery Fabrics. Today, I have a tutorial for some placemats. Forgive me for the photo quality. I was trying to get everything sent off quickly. I love how the colors and how they turned … Read more
*** “Create” pattern is by Kristy at Quiet Play Designs. *** I don’t know about you but I am excited to be starting a new year. It’s funny how a date on the calendar can make such a difference but the future today seems wide open and full of possibilities. For the last couple of … Read more
