Hi Reader, There are three quilt block techniques that always get quilters excited. First is a rag quilt, most likely because they are very easy and don't require traditional quilting. That makes them a perfect quilting-for-beginners choice. Second is the disappearing 9-patch. The initial block is a simple 9-patch which is then cut into multiple pieces and rearranged into some very interesting designs. Third is the potato chip block. It's definitely been a favorite of mine, too! The allure...
19 days agoΒ β’Β 3 min read
Hi Reader, This has to be the FASTEST method to create an adorable scrappy baby quilt in just minutes! Youβll be amazed how quickly you can turn 100 charm squares into an awesome quilt faster than you ever thought possible! Not enough charm squares on hand? Check out these 100 count charm packs in assorted solids & prints. Luckily my leftover charm pile was overflowing. So much so I should have enough to make four twin size quilts with this pattern! I'm excited to them finished, though that...
27 days agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Hi Reader, Is anyone else besides me getting lots of quilting done? Are you making any special projects for Valentine's Day? Check out my pretty pink Chenille Heart Pillow article on the website. It's a quick 'show-the-love' finish that you can still squeeze in before the big day! The Valentine's Day pillows I made this month are quite pretty. Two use a chenille trim, but there's an amazing shortcut that I just discovered! The other is a French Rose Rag Quilt Pillow which is rosy and bright!...
about 2 months agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Hi Reader, Do you have a quilting philosophy? In other words, do you use personal guidelines to choose which quilts you make? Or are you more spontaneous and adventurous to choose something completely out-of-the-box, even if you don't yet know how to make it? Choosing Quilt Projects My primary rule is 'Keep It Simple'! 'Scrappy' is my creative direction because I love to mix fabrics, prints, and colors. But when a quilt's mixed color scheme gets a bit more complex, the block pattern must be...
about 2 months agoΒ β’Β 3 min read
Hi Reader, Will you be quilting for Valentine's Day? I have some wonderful fabric for a lovely sweetheart quilt. It's still in the planning stages. I just need to decide what it'll be. In the meantime I'm working with some fat quarters and a pile of scrap fabrics to make a new spring version of my 'In Flying Color' Quilt. You can see my recent quilt made with this pattern on my blog, #1 SECRET to the BEST Disappearing 9-Patch Block. There are two videos for my new quilt. This one below which...
2 months agoΒ β’Β 3 min read
Hi Reader, Do you tend to gravitate to a favorite quilt pattern or are you always looking for a new favorite pattern to make? If you remake a quilt pattern, do you change it up or keep to the original design? It's such my nature to stick to the basics and modify until it becomes something new, yet retain the same original idea. Does that make sense? When I create a pattern I enjoy, I tend to go back and remake it multiple times. Though with each new quilt comes some new ideas to improve on...
2 months agoΒ β’Β 3 min read
Hi Reader, Here is the latest version of one of my top favorite quilt patterns ever! Below are my four different variations I've made over the last four years. Look at how amazing they are in so many different fabrics. The block pattern is a log cabin which is a very easy quilt block. It's also one of the most popular patchwork blocks among quilters for its simplicity and also because of it's historic significance. Its best attribute for me is that it's a perfect scrappy quilt that will use...
3 months agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Hi Reader, Have you recovered from the hectic holiday frenzy? It's so hard not to get caught up in the hustle and bustle. If feels good to begin 2026 with quiet calm. This week is off to an easy start for me. The grandkids visited this weekend and we had fun together. That means my new quilt isn't finished yet. It's a pretty spring floral layer cake pattern and it's looking awesome so far! Fingers crossed that it'll debut next week. π·πΌπΊ How about Valentine's Day? Once next week's quilt is...
3 months agoΒ β’Β 2 min read
Hi Reader, It was fun to make triangle quilt blocks that aren't HSTs! What a nice change. Thanks to all of you who watched last week's video! I enjoyed making it and I'm glad so many of you enjoyed it. There were lots of questions about the Square-in-a-Square block. Particularly the dimension to cut squares for the right size triangle, plus multiple assembly inquiries. I enjoy this feed back as it gives me the opportunity to share the info you need. In case you missed it, last week's video is...
7 months agoΒ β’Β 3 min read