No one will gasp in surprise when I say that I love Liberty Tana Lawn fabrics, they check all the boxes: the prints, the texture, even the vibe, it’s all marvelous. And if you were in my studio, you would find more than one drawer full of Aurifil threads, so working with both of these in one project has been a dream.
Read More
Let me present to you the 2024 Kona color of the year: Julep. It’s a pale blue-green, like a less leafy mint tone. My instant thought was to shallow ocean water on a dream-worthy beach. I had so much fun choosing the pattern and fabrics I’d use for my quilt to showcase Julep. Corolla is the winner and the bright flowers pop with contrast.
Okay, everyone, are you really ready for the Christmas quilting season? Do you have enough green and red fabrics? What about golds and silvers? Have you practiced your self-restraint enough to resist splurging on every cute little Santa print you see?
Read MoreYou’ve all probably noticed me branching out and playing with threads, specially since I became an Aurifil artisan. Well, there was only so long I could dodge it: it was time to cross stitch.
Read MoreFall is my very favorite season. 🍁The colors, the weather, the crisp air, everything about it I just love. That’s probably why I feel more inspired and creative during this season.
Read MoreThese hexie coasters are just the BEST. Not only are they quick to make, but they show off lots of prints, are super pretty, and something I know will be used a lot. (Do any of you have kids who leave glasses of water absolutely everywhere? We call them “puddles”).
Read MoreOkay, let’s break out those porcelain cups and set our kettles on the stove; Tidy Tiles in the Garden Party collection by Poppie Cotton can’t mean anything other than tea time!
Read MoreAs a seasoned quilter, I’ve grown to appreciate the threads that literally hold my projects together. The right color can pop with life or go unnoticed when I need it to blend in. Since I discovered Aurifil years ago, it’s been my go to thread and I love it.
Read MoreI am not a fan of messes and I like to have a plan before I start a project, even if it goes off the rails along the way. I think a concentrated frown and tidy piles of supplies are just as probable when describing a ‘maker’.
Read MoreWe’ve seen Halloween collections before, but they tend to focus on the dark and creepy elements, full of spiders and strong blacks and oranges. Kitty Loves Candy provides a new perspective, one that reminds me of my daughter, back when she was still little.
Read More
Corolla is back again and cuter than ever, thanks to the Hollyhock Lane line from Poppie Cotton. The pastels obviously make for a sugary sweet vibe, but the unexpectedly dark teals and grays set this color palette apart, making the final product unusually vivid instead of somewhat washed out.
Okay, I know I’ve talked about Heart Bits before on the blog, but you guys, look at how much it pops with this fabric line!
As you may know, Heart Bits is a pattern that excels at showing off all kinds of prints, both letting small designs mesh together and bigger ones shine individually.
Read MoreThis tutorial is for an easy-to-make apron; an essential both in the kitchen and a quilter’s studio. Choose three different fabrics and let’s go!
Read MoreThe first time I saw the Coco line, I felt that wonderful/terrible duality of creators: I liked my source material so much, that I knew I’d struggle to find a project I felt was worthy of it.
Just look at all the vibrant colors and the subtle texture of this line: so many possibilities! So how did I make up my mind?
Read MoreThis quilt block can be made into a pillow, a wall hanging or whatever you decide! Have fun making it for a gift or just keep it to yourself. These step by step directions will guide you and the graphics make it easy to follow along.
Read MoreBy picking and aligning strips of the same print, I’ve created the lattice illusion. I had some fun with it and played around with the width of the lines, giving the eye more to see. To save you time and tears, though, we use strip piecing!
Read More
Every now and then, I’ll come across a fabric that isn’t just aesthetically pleasing, but so darling that I just have to create a project to display it. Take a look at these storybook children, gentle animals, and encouraging words; how could I resist?
Scraps beware! It’s time we empty those bins, push up our sleeves, and make something no one will believe is the product of leftovers.
Read More
