It is often said, 'teach what you know', so when I was recently asked to be a guest contributor over at diaryofaquilter.com I chose to write about the rhythm in my life that leads to motivation. And, as I was writing the article, I had a moment of clarity and inspiration that led to my latest mini quilt design - Practical Magic. Change requires you to think differently. This year has been one of significant change for me personally. The time I have to dedicate to quilting projects is only ... Read More about Practical Magic Mini Quilt | The Story Behind the Quilt
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Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along | The Finished Quilt
It's a little sad to say, but today is the last day of the Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along for 2018 :(. Sharing this quilting journey with you has been such a joy! If you have been keeping to the quilt-along schedule, your quilt top should be complete. You may even be on your way to completing your quilt! Happily, I can say my quilt is now quilted and bound, and is ready to be put to good use :). I particularly enjoyed rummaging through my fabric scraps when preparing to ... Read More about Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along | The Finished Quilt
Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along | Week 6 – Backing & Binding
Welcome to week 6 of the Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along! This week I am sharing some thoughts on choosing a quilt backing and binding preparation. First, let's chat about quilt backs. Choosing fabric for the back of a quilt is one of my favourite creative tasks. The perfect backing makes me happy. It's one of life's simple pleasures! A quilt backing should not be an afterthought or an 'anything goes' scenario. It is 50% of the finished quilt and can either enhance or detract from the quilt ... Read More about Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along | Week 6 – Backing & Binding
Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along | Week 5 – Quilt Borders
I'm a little late publishing this weekly post due to technical difficulties - sorry about that! But now all seems right again with my little piece of cyberspace, so without further ado... This week it's all about sewing quilt borders to your quilt top!! People seem to have strong feelings when it comes to quilt borders as a design element, yet, love them or hate them, from a craftsmanship perspective, sewing borders to a quilt is an essential skill for all quilters! Borders by ... Read More about Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along | Week 5 – Quilt Borders
Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along | Week 4 – Assembly
Welcome to week 4 of the quilt-along! This week we are focused on the quilt top assembly. For some people, assembling the top can seem like a monumental task. But, quilt top assembly isn't difficult. If you take the time to ensure all your blocks are the right size, and pay attention to aligning the right seams, then you should be able to assemble your quilt top without too much stress. Preparation: This particular quilt top is assembled on the diagonal. Follow the pattern ... Read More about Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along | Week 4 – Assembly
Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along | Week 3 – Check In
It's week 3 of the Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along! How are you travelling with your quilt block piecing? If you are following along with the schedule, you should have at least half of your blocks completed, and this week you will make the remainder. A big thank you to everyone for all your encouraging feedback so far. The general consensus is that this pattern is easy to understand and simple to piece - which is exactly what I was aiming for. I have had a number of people let me ... Read More about Down Memory Lane Quilt-Along | Week 3 – Check In