Summer is finally here and I think it’s about time to step back, take a breath and share with you what has been going on in my life and business. I’d also like to give you a sneak peek of what is to come! So lets get started on a summer or Refreshing and Relaxing, shall we? (Continue reading…)
Why buy a comforter at Target for $60, when I can make a quilt for $250?!
It seems insane, but you get it— don’t get me started on why quilts are better than anything else…in the whole world, because that’s completely obvious. And, that’s for another post, another day. BUT, those quilting and sewing projects can get expensive, so how do we save up the cash to pay for all those supplies? Here are 7 ways that I try to save up my pennies: (Continue reading…)
You know those projects that are supposed to go really quickly…and then they don’t? That was me last week!
As usual, I’ve known about a certain special baby that would be born for about 6 months. I’ve had 6 months to plan, shop, sew, and quilt a beautiful baby quilt.
But no. I chose to wait until this week: 1 week before the baby was due.
I found the perfect fabric and since I was short on time, I figured I’d use my Merry Mixer pattern. And that part of the plan went smooth as butter—I had the top knocked out in a short afternoon, and I was pleasantly surprised at how the fabrics ended up flowing together! I even bought double of each fabric to add to my stash for a project of my own! (Continue reading…)
I’ve been teasing you for a long time about my newest design, Breezy, on Instagram and Facebook. But guess what? The big day is finally here! I can officially set this little bird free to fly and you can get your own copy today. This pinwheel quilt pattern has so many great options, I just can’t wait to see what you do with it! I’ve been blown away by the variations I’ve seen my testers create already—this is such a fun quilt and I’m so glad that I get to share it with you. (Continue reading…)
You always know that one of my upcoming patterns has something wild in it…I always come out with these really specific blog posts that seem a bit off the wall. This is one of those posts, BUT learning how to cut large triangles on the bias and keep things straight will be super helpful for you when you get started on my newest pattern because **drumroll please** Breezy will be making her debut NEXT WEEK! [Update: Here’s the pattern release!]
I can’t believe how this giant {and gorgeous} barn dwarfs this king-sized quilt!
