Orange Peel quilt pattern and tutorial using big stitch hand quilting with perle cotton. Fabric is from the Canyon collection by Kate Spain.

I've had an unintentionally busy day today. Not busy in an exhausting way but in a way that kept me away from my sewing. But I did get my HSTs trimmed yesterday and played with layouts last night. I had to use the flash to take photos so the colours are not very true but you will get an idea of the fun I have when left alone with HSTs. The combinations are endless and I do get carried away. This was my original intention for the HST layout. But I got to moving those HSTs about. It got a little weird. Then a whole lot bizarre. (I was getting tired after all.) But this was my eventual conclusion. And I love it. If you think that my final decision is completely wrong for this please speak up now before I proceed to the piecing stage tomorrow. Total lack of sewing time today means that there is still time to stop me! Susan

Over 25 ideas for Fall and Halloween-themed quilts and quilting projects featuring patchwork pumpkins, ghosts, scrappy, and table runners

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I have been making a few quilts lately. This one was a gift…..for a friend who loves all things bright colors! It made me branch out a bit more than I normally do with colors….but I think I need to do that more often because although the fabrics are not usually something I would put together […]

We have assembled 100 free patterns for baby and toddler quilts! Here is Part 2 of the series (also see Part 1 and Part 3 ) . To go to a pa...

I'm playing along with the fun series My Favorite Quilt over at SewMamaSew. Pop over and get a peek at some wonderful quilts and read along to see why they are favorites. Tell us about your favorite quilt. When did you make it? What pattern did you use? My all time favorite quilt is Cascade. I'm a huge fan of Kaffe Fassett fabrics and look to create designs that can showcase the fabrics well. The original design for Cascade had been taped to my wall for a good number of months before I finally started pulling fabrics and playing around. That was about four years ago. I have since gone on to create a pattern for the design and it's proven to be quite popular. What do you like best about the quilt? One of the things I like best about this quilt is the combinations of fabrics. I'm particularly drawn in by beautiful large scale prints and love letting my eye wander around the surface of the quilt taking in all the different prints. The other thing I love is the color scheme. The refreshing greens and aquas of the color palette along with the spark of purple just feel so relaxing and fresh to me. As the quilt evolved it began to evoke images of being in a lush tropical garden and viewing the foliage though the cascade of a waterfall . . . thus the name Cascade. One of these days I'd like to get a really nice photo of the quilt next to a waterfall but for now these will do nicely. What memories or people does the quilt make you think of? This quilt will always make me think of my daughter because she loved it so much she took it to college with her to hang on a big wall in her apartment. It will forever be hers. : ) How did you grow as a quilter while making it? I grew as a quilter more in the area of design than actual quilting skills because Cascade is such an easy quilt to make. I did play with new machine quilting ideas by using free form curved lines done with my walking foot and variegated thread. I think it complements and softens the shapes of the triangles quite nicely. I also didn't want the scraps from the trimmed corners going to waste so I made three pillows from the leftovers. Now I look for ways to put scraps to use right as the quilt top is being sewn. If you could make this quilt again, what (if anything) would you do differently? I have remade this quilt design several times, each time discovering a different way to use the basic concept and come up with something totally new. I absolutely love the design process and finding ways to bring a new and different look to the same design. This exploration has become a regular part of my patterns. Here's a few of the variations I've made along with the bonus projects from the scraps. If you read my blog you've seen this one before, but I hope you enjoyed reminiscing with me about My Favorite Quilt. What's your favorite quilt?

A combination of Serving Sewing - resuable and disposable face masks - and Sanity Sewing for fun - Jen Kingwell's Steam Punk quilt blocks.

Sew a beautiful Rail Fence Quilt Pattern with just 3 yards of fabric! Easy three-yard quilt patterns like this are the perfect way to get started quilting.

It's time once again for...the Blogger's Quilt Festival! I'm really happy to have something to show. My quilt guild buddies know I struggle with time to sew these days. In fact, it's been months since I've had a completed project to show at a meeting. So, I took advantage of being home one weekend (

We hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and wish you a happy and creative new year 2017! To get quilts and pillows ready for spring we need to get an early start so here is a look at the spring coll

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Bright and Light Fabrics Give This Traditional Block a Modern Twist! Sawtooth Star blocks are an old standard, and for good reason. They can easily be incorporated into more complex quilt patterns, or make a splash on their own. This quilt by Suzy at Suzy Quilts is a beautiful example of how this block can …

From triangles to octagons to squares! Learn how to sew 3 intricate block designs using a SIMPLE piecing technique.

If nothing else, I'm making these Five Fat Quarter Fun projects! I feel bad that not much else is happening around here but I AM having so much fun working with Amanda on these projects! And a quilt a month? That's not too bad, right? So Amanda lives in California and I live in Utah. We're in constant contact because of these monthly patterns we're publishing for you. We're taking turns designing them each month and when I found out what Amanda's plan was for June I was so excited! I hadn't jumped on the Pineapple Quilt bandwagon yet but when I saw her red, white and blue version (with pinwheels!) I knew she knocked it out of the park! And I knew I just had to make it! My quilt only has red and blue pinwheels (no white ones). I guess since mine has a lighter background I thought it would look better with darker pinwheels. Also, the placement of my red stripes are random and Amanda's are all the same. So do whatever floats your boat. I love scrappy so that's what I did! Cathy Barney in Alpine, Utah quilted my quilt using a pattern called Diagonal Plaid. I haven't used that design before but Amanda and I both thought it was perfect for a pineapple quilt. Most of the fat quarters I used were from my stash. The red striped binding (MODA) was from my stash too! These projects are a great way to use up fabric from your stash! I also love the idea that if you're walking through a fabric store, feeling over-whelmed and wanting to buy stuff but don't know how much...you can just buy 5 coordinating fat quarters and you're set!!! Be sure to stop by Amanda's blog HERE for more photos and the free pattern. This is such a fun quilt to make. Perfect for summer! Sooo. Are you going to make this or any of our other Five Fat Quarter Fun projects? If so, be sure to tag us on Instagram @jedicraftgirl and @gigis_thimble and use the hashtags #fivefatquarterfun and #starspangledpineapplequilt. We don't want to miss any of your beautiful creations! Happy quilting! ~ Amber

PLEASE NOTE: This is a downloadable PDF quilt pattern, not a printed pattern or completed quilt. UPDATED - Now with 5 size options! This 30's Reproduction quilt rekindles memories of summers spent on Grandma's Porch. Quilt sizes: Throw 67" x 75" Twin 59" x 91" Full 75" x 91" Queen 83" x 99" King 99" x 107" (yardage calculated using fabric 44-45" wide) Be sure to have a look at my other items: http://www.etsy.com/shop/twiddletails ♥Thanks for looking!♥

Choose Whatever Accent Color You Prefer to Tie it Together! This beautiful quilt is sure to make a big dent in an overflowing scrap bin. In the process of using up those odds and ends of 2 1/2″ strips and squares, you’ll be making a gorgeous quilt you’re sure to cherish. The designer accented hers …

Whether you call them trunk shows, lectures or guild programs, they're all about quilts, inspiration and entertainment. I'd love to visit your group to share my quilts and what I've learned, or even better, let's talk quilts via Zoom! My experience includes 35 years of quiltmaking and 16 years inside the quilt industry. Fees No

Hello cute people... it's week six in our sew along! If you are just getting started... remember that there is a link to each and every blog post of this sew along... right here on my blog. Simply look on the right side bar and scroll down to find the Bee Happy Sew Along... and click on the post that you would like to read:) After today's tutorials you will be able to sew Row Three together. We are making great progress and I just love to see your blocks on my Instagram The Bee Happy Sew Along hashtag page is so inspiring! Thanks so much for adding your photos there:) First tutorial up... I'll be showing you how to make both of the hen blocks at the same time. We will use the D-20 and the D-19 Sew Simple Shapes When tracing onto your interfacing... You will need to trace two hens facing to the right and one facing to the left:) After sewing the hens you will need to clip the inner curves at the top... and the neck:) Trim all and cut the "X" for turning. After turning...pressing and shaping... pin to the backgrounds to prepare for appliqué. Trace on your embroidery lines using the sew along guide. I first did a backstitch on the beak... and on the comb ... and then did little fill in stitches... like this....until all filled in. I used all six strands of the Aurifloss. I did a french knot for the eye. I didn't fill in the legs because I didn't think it was needed:) The single Hen Block will need to be trimmed down to 6 1/2" square just like the Hexie Flower Blocks. Fun and done! I want to make 9 of these blocks in different fabrics and and sew them into a 3x3 setting for a pillow in my kitchen:) You will not need to trim down the Two Hens Block. It should measure 6" x 13 1/2" and is ready to sew into the quilt:) Let's do the Bunting Block next! You will need D-7 Sew Simple Shape:) Instead of sewing all the way around for the banner shapes... I left the top opened and backstitched to secure. Now you don't need to cut an "X" in the back for turning... simply turn from the opening at the top. After trimming... Clip the cleavage on the bottom center of each one. Turn...shape and press! I used one of the 5/8" bias strips for the bunting top. Just run it through the 1/4" bias tape maker. Even though its cut on the bias... it works perfectly well for a straight piece too! Start in the center and pin your pieces about 1/2" from the bottom. Draw a line 3/4" from the top and that will help you to place your pieces. Pin them about 1/2" apart. All pinned! Now time to glue baste the bias strip:) I just trimmed the edges even with the background edges after glue basting:) all ready for appliqué! You can do your embroidery first:) You will not need to trim your block down... it should measure 3" x 20 1/2" to sew into the quilt. YaY! You can sew these three blocks together now:) We have already finished the Churn Dash Bee and Pinwheels... As well as the Peach...Pear and 3 Flower Pot Blocks so that you can complete Row Three:) Let's get a jump start on Row 4 by doing the Pumpkins Block next:) Use D-14 D-15 D-25 D-27 Sew Simple Shapes Run the stem strips through the 3/4" bias tape maker. I cut them about 2 1/2" long. After sewing you will need to clip the cleavage in the heart and on the star. Turn...shape and press:) Place the pumpkins about 1 1/4" up from the bottom... And about 1" from the sides. Press under the stems at the top and pin them along with the leaves. Trace the vines using the pattern on the sew along guide. Your block should measure 8 1/2" x 10 1/2" to sew into the quilt... and by the way is a perfect size for an 8 x 10 frame. That would be so cute! ***NOTE*** You can add the buttons that are by the stems and leaves either before or after quilting. It really depends on how you will be quilting and if your quilter wants them added afterwards. Add your Pumpkins block to your "Fun and Done" pile for when it's time to sew row four:) More block tutorials coming up next week... so stay tuned! xx Lori

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Patchwork US Flag quilt tutorial from Amy Smart of Diary of a Quilt. Quick and easy make. Includes free printable PDF pattern.

Good morning and Happy Monday to ya'll! Today is the day for my annual "Bee Prepared" post that I do 2-3 weeks before my s...

Large Blocks Make This Quilt Easy to Sew Together! Get creative with your leftover fabric with this scrappy stars quilt. There’s a lot of room with this pattern to play with your fabrics and arrange them into a design that is uniquely yours. The designer focused on fabrics with dots but you can use whatever …