The Versatility of String Quilts: Three Looks, One Technique
String quilts are one of my favorite ways to use up fabric strips and scraps – and they’re also a wonderful place to experiment with design in a low-pressure way. There’s no 1 right way to create string blocks, and NO RULES – just IDEAS. In this new video, I’ll share: This is a flexible, […]
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Make Quilted Ornaments, Coasters & Hot Pads – Fast, Easy & Giftable!
Learn how to make one of my favorite fast & fun quilted Christmas ornaments in this easy sewing tutorial! These precut-friendly, beginner-friendly ornaments are perfect for holiday decorating AND gift-giving – plus, you can use the same simple technique to create custom coasters, mug rugs, and hot pads, too. Whether you’re using charm packs, layer […]
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Turn Fabric Scraps into Quilted Christmas Ornaments (No Hand Sewing!)
Create beautiful handmade keepsakes and gifts in an afternoon! Learn how to transform fabric scraps into delightful mini patchwork quilt ornaments perfect for Christmas tree decorations, gift tags, or fabric coasters. Follow step-by-step instructions to cut, sew, and press fabric squares, add faux bindings, and insert hanging loops effortlessly – all without hand sewing! These […]
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Make a Fall Table Runner with Me!
This autumn French Braid Table Runner may look complicated, but it’s one of those projects that’s pure quilting magic – fast, fun, and so satisfying to make! In my latest video, I’ll show you how to create the French braid design using jelly rolls, 2.5” wide strips you cut yourself from yardage, OR pieces cut […]
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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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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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Link Love – The Beads or Chandelier Quilt
Free patterns are always fun, aren’t they? Well, today I have a delightful pattern recommendation to pass along to you: a pretty, on-point Beads quilt pattern by Donna Jordan from Jordan Fabrics. There’s even a video to go with the pattern! Scroll down the page to see the video. Here’s what inspired this project – […]
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Pattern Testing the Log Cabin Toss Quilt
Why would a quilt designer like myself pattern-test another’s designer’s quilt? Because it’s FUN! AND I’m also firm believer in artists and designers supporting each other. 🙂 Jemima Flendt of Tied with a Ribbon is one of my all-time favorite Australian quilt designers. I love her fresh, modern take on traditional – and sometimes non-traditional […]
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