It's time to get the party started on the new Sewing Skill Builder series! Whether you're new to sewing or an old pro, it's time to brush up your skills. Each week we'll share a new tip or technique and show you how to incorporate it in your sewing. This week is all about fabric. You know you love working with fabric, but how much do you really understand fabric? Discover fascinating facts … [Read more...]
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All About Fabric | Sewing Skill Builder Series
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11 Easy DIY Projects for 4th of July
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If you live in the USA you know just how big the 4th of July is. It's a day to kick back with friends, enjoy the summer sun, and smell the BBQ. This year, I thought it would be fun to put together a few fun ideas to help celebrate my country's Independence Day but many of them are perfect for everyday events. DIY Projects for 4th of July Show your pride Check out these easy DIY … [Read more...]
Sewing Skill Builder Series |Video Tips
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It is time to introduce another great blog series to you, the Sewing Skill Builder Series. Whether you're new to sewing or an old quilting pro, it's time to brush up your skills. Each week I'll share a new tip or technique and show you easy ways to incorporate it in your sewing. You know I love spreading sewing joy, knowledge, and tips that range from my favorite tools to how to clean your … [Read more...]
Sunburst Quilt Block | Blocks 2 Quilt
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The past two weeks have brought rain showers to my neck of the woods almost everyday, leaving me to crave the warm rays of the sun. So, I decided to create my own with this week's design, the Sunburst quilt block. Being a freckled skin gal, I've always had a tough relationship with the sun. Personally, I love it to pieces but I've learned the hard way about the power of sunscreen! … [Read more...]
Dragonfly Quilt Block | Blocks 2 Quilt
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After the sweet response to last weeks Butterfly Beauty, I thought it would be fun to add a Dragonfly quilt block to the series. This block is perfect for summer sewing and a great compliment to other blocks within the series. Dragonflies are one of those bugs that instantly brings back childhood memories for me. From swimming and canoeing on the lake to fishing with my family, they … [Read more...]
Butterfly Beauty Quilt Block | Blocks 2 Quilt
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Each week I share a new block in the Blocks 2 Quilt series and this week, I'm adding the Butterfly Beauty quilt block. This Butterfly quilt block is inspired by my garden. I have several butterfly bushes and they are just starting to form flower buds. That means butterflies are on the way. Throughout the summer, butterflies tend to flock to our bushes and at one point, we counted … [Read more...]
Swirl-Round Quilt Block | Blocks 2 Quilt
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Each week I share a new quilt block to help inspire you to stitch up your stash. Most of my blocks are available in two sizes, easy to make, and require no special tools or rulers. This week is the Swirl-Round quilt block. For anyone who thinks this block sounds familiar, you are right! After kicking off the Slightly Biased quilt along several of you reached out asking for more. You … [Read more...]
Connecting Corners Quilt | Blocks 2 Quilt
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Have you ever made or wanted to make a color-themed quilt? Think of a single colorway with a splash of white mixed in! Well, this week's Connecting Corners Quilt is the perfect block to make it happen. I have always loved the look of red & white quilts and after completing my very first one earlier this year, I'm kinda hooked! I love the idea of taking one color and transforming it … [Read more...]
Mini Quilt SWAP 2020 Edition
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I get it, social distancing can be lonely! So let's switch things up and do something safe & fun with a new sewing buddy. It's time to kick off the Mini Quilt SWAP 2020 Edition! To be fair, many of you have reached out to ask when I will host the next SWAP and I just was not sure about it. With so many variables like hello, the mail service, playing a big role, how could I commit? But … [Read more...]
