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A Big Announcement

The announcements are out, the family has been called, and I’m finally allowed to share our big news with the world! I can’t believe that I’m saying this, but the Rossi family is getting a sweet addition January 3. That’s right—I’m pregnant with our first child!

I can’t tell you how surreal it is to be typing those words right now. I honestly never thought that it would happen to me (just like I never thought I would turn 6, go to highschool, make it to and through college, or get married)! But here we are, and despite our stunned silence, it’s 100% true. There’s even a growing belly to prove it. (Continue reading…)

Pattern Release: Gatherings

A Wooden Crate Liner for Every Job!

It’s another pattern release day! I present to you my newest (and maybe simplest) pattern yet: Gatherings. This wooden crate liner is perfect for gathering the harvest from your garden, small loads of laundry, storing toys, art supplies, and clothes—the options are really endless! This crate liner will take you less than an hour to make and you’ll use it endlessly! The pattern has been tested for accuracy and is ready to go! Make sure to scroll down and see all the great versions made by my Fabulous Pattern Testers! Here’s some drool-worthy details: (Continue reading…)

Why Quilts Make the Best Baby Shower Gifts

I tend to design (and make) a lot of baby quilts…why? Because there is nothing more fun than baby fabrics, baby colors, and baby-sized projects! A cute result, a quick reward—who wouldn’t love it!? While there are lots of fun reasons for making baby quilts, there are even more great reasons to receive baby quilts. So, if you’re the receiver, here’s a list of things to look forward to using your baby quilt for, and if you’re the giver, just know that all that hard work will be greatly appreciated! (Continue reading…)

Labeling Quilt Pieces: Why it Matters

Labeling your cut blocks is so incredibly helpful and can often speed up the whole piecing process. It seems like such a small thing to do, but I often forget to do it, or am so excited to get sewing that I just skip it (and always regret it later)! Today I want to give you a short and sweet tip and give you a chance to share some of your own tips for making the whole quilting process go just a little bit smoother and faster! (Continue reading…)

How to Blackwash Your Brick Fireplace

A few months ago, I posted about how to whitewash your fireplace. The whole time that I was working on that project, I was thinking to myself: Gee, I wonder if “blackwashing” is a thing?! After much searching (and Pinteresting) without finding much, I decided to figure it out myself! Let me tell you, despite the adrenaline rush I got while working on this project (potentially undoing my work by scrubbing down my giant fireplace with acid is not on my list of things to do), it was 100% worth it! I’m tickled with the results and so glad that I took the risk! Here’s a tutorial for you on how to “blackwash” your fireplace or other brick. (Continue reading…)

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