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Please check out my online shop if you’re looking for live & recorded online classes, PDF patterns, and FREE Top Tips sheets. Does quilting fill your heart with joy? Or do you ever feel like you just don’t have the time, tools, dexterity, or aptitude to create beautiful machine pieced, appliquéd or machine quilted quilts? […]
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How I Organize and Store my Quilting Fabric with IKEA
If you’ve ever wondered how to keep your quilting fabric tidy, visible, and accessible – without spending a fortune – I’ve got a new video just for you! In this follow-up to my popular IKEA Quilting Studio tour, I’m diving into the nitty-gritty of how I organize yardage, fat quarters, precuts, and fabric scraps using […]
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How to Make Scrappy Christmas Tree Quilt Blocks – Easy Improvisational Quilting
Ready to make some happy little trees? In this step-by-step Bob Ross-inspired video tutorial (below), I’ll show you how to create scrappy Christmas tree quilt blocks using an easy improvisational technique – no pattern required. Whether you’re making a wall hanging, pillow, table runner, or snuggle quilt, this project is beginner-friendly, fat quarter-friendly, and full […]
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Beautiful Celtic Appliqué by Machine – Appliqué and Quilt in One Step
If you’ve ever been captivated by the intricate beauty of Celtic knotwork but wondered how to bring that into your quilting – this one’s for you. In this video, I’m sharing my favorite method for machine-stitched Celtic appliqué, including: To demonstrate each step, I’ll walk you through the process I use when creating the Celtic […]
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Tour de Fabric 2025 – It’s not too late to join in!
If you’re not already enjoying the fun, it’s not to late to join the Tour de Fabric 2025! It’s a free online quilting event running through the entire month of July, featuring a hand-picked lineup of over 20 talented teachers. Each of us is sharing a workshop and/or a month-long quiltalong to help you explore, play, […]
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How to Bind Quilts with Rounded Corners – No Cutting on the Bias!
Looking for a beginner-friendly way to finish your quilt without fussing with mitered corners or cutting bias strips? In my latest video tutorial, I walk you through how to bind a quilt with gently rounded corners using regular quilting cotton and cross-grain binding strips. That’s right – no bias cuts required! Rounded corners are a […]
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Creating a Movable Quilting Studio with IKEA Storage Solutions
Is your sewing or quilting space temporary, shared, or constantly evolving? You’re not alone! Over the years, I’ve had to move my quilting setup from room to room depending on mobility needs, family needs, and available space. These days, my studio lives in one side of our dining room; and while it’s not a forever […]
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How Quilt-As-You-Go Made Modern Has Held Up After 10 Years
Wondering if Quilt-As-You-Go quilts really hold up over time? I revisited several quilts I made using Jera Brandvig’s QAYG method – where each block is quilted with batting (but no backing!) before being joined together. After 10 years of family use and frequent washing, I’m sharing what held up, what surprised me, and why I […]
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Myths and Truths About Prewashing: A Quilter’s Guide
If you’ve ever Googled “Should I prewash quilting fabric?” you already know that the advice varies wildly. Some quilters insist on it. Others skip it completely. And plenty of us fall somewhere in between. In my newest video, I break down the most common myths and misconceptions around prewashing, including tips for dealing with fabric […]
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2 Different Approaches to Quilt Basting, Step-by-Step
I’ve talked about spray basting before, but I recently posted a FREE tutorial on my YouTube channel for those who wanted to see the process in more detail. But basting spray is not for everyone! Some folks find it too pricey or too difficult to source. Others may dislike the smell or would prefer not […]
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Choosing Fabrics for a Quilted Landscape
Since my Create Your Own Quilted Landscape class is coming up quickly (listed here in my shop). I thought I’d reshare some of the fabric selection tips I included in last week’s email newsletter. This machine appliqué-and-quilt in 1 step project is much easier than you probably think! Whether you use my tips to draw […]
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