I Got Monetized! 🎉 What It Means for FREE Quilting Tutorials
The end of September marked an incredible milestone – my channel was officially approved for YouTube monetization! I still remember being a young mom with two kids and a husband in grad school, learning new quilting techniques from PBS shows and stacks of library books. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine I’d someday […]
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Space-Saving, Budget-Friendly Thread Storage at Home & On the Go
One of the trickiest parts of quilting (besides choosing the fabric!) can be figuring out how to store your thread. Between bobbins, small spools, large cones, and specialty threads, it’s easy to end up with a messy jumble that wastes time and can even damage your thread. In my latest video, I’m sharing my favorite […]
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Free-Motion Quilting on a Home Sewing Machine – Setting Up for Success
Are you curious about free-motion quilting but not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly video breaks down the basics you need to know before stitching your first design. In the video, you’ll learn:✅ The best free-motion feet for domestic machines✅ How and why to drop your feed dogs✅ How quilting gloves help you control the […]
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Scrappy, Happy Improvisational Christmas Trees – Part 2: From Blocks to Quilt Top 🎄
In Part 1 of the Happy Little (Christmas) Trees series, I shared how to create playful improvisational Christmas tree blocks using a low-pressure, mix-and-match technique. Now it’s time to explore the many ways to lay them out and turn those blocks into a finished quilt top! In Part 2, I’ll guide you through helpful design […]
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Budget-Friendly Fabric Storage & Organization Ideas from Dollar Tree
Quilting fabric can take over your space faster than you think! If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by stacks of fat quarters, scraps, or precuts, you’re not alone. While I love my IKEA storage solutions, many of you asked for affordable alternatives that don’t require a trip to the big-box store. So Connor and I headed […]
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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 Appliqu̩ by Machine РAppliqu̩ 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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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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