When the Thimble Blossoms Swiss Quilt pattern was first released, like many others, I was immediately drawn to it! The traditional combination of red and white was striking, and the simple piecing was immediately appealing. My version turned out to be a little less traditional, and a little more retro - but I think there is a lovely sense of nostalgia to it :). January 2016 I began this quilt in January 2016. Being the first project for the new year, I was excited to piece ... Read More about ‘Pink Lemonade’ Swiss Quilt
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2017 Quilts | Year in Review
2018 is here, which means it's a good time to look back on the past 2017 quilts :)!! Here's a quick recap of most of my quilt finishes... Dashing Quilt The year started with me quilting this Dashing quilt top that had been in the 'to be quilted' pile for far too long. January is obvious a time when my mind starts to think about what quilt tops I can turn into finished quilts, because once again I have been going through my pile of tops trying to decide which ones to quilt myself, and which ... Read More about 2017 Quilts | Year in Review
How to Sew a Lined Zippered Pouch
As a quilter, there are endless pieces of scrap fabric on my cutting table at any one time. These little pieces are often perfect for making a pouch or two! Today, I am sharing the instructions for how to make what I am lovingly referring to as an 'ouch pouch' - but once you understand the basic method, you can easily adapt these instructions to make any size pouch you require. I made a couple of these pouches last Christmas after being inspired by a similar one Susan @thefeltedpear shared ... Read More about How to Sew a Lined Zippered Pouch
Make Your Own Dear Diary Quilt | Block B
How has your week been? Have you had a chance to make Block A for the Dear Diary quilt? I hope so, because today I am sharing the instructions for Block B :). Dear Diary Quilt Notes: Read instructions thoroughly before beginning. The seam allowance is included in the cutting size given. Use a 1/4-inch seam allowance throughout. RST = Right Sides Together WOF = Width of Fabric Press in the direction of the arrows when indicated. The yardage specified for ... Read More about Make Your Own Dear Diary Quilt | Block B
Pieces of Home | The Story Behind the Quilt
This Pieces of Home quilt (yes, quilty pun intended ;), is one I made for my brother and his family. They currently live in Santiago, on a 3 year assignment. When my parents told me they were planning a visit to Chile, I went to work piecing this quilt for them to deliver in person. Inspiration If you have been following my quilting adventures for a while then you may have seen the quilt I made for my son to take with him on his Johannesburg adventure. I shared my progress on ... Read More about Pieces of Home | The Story Behind the Quilt
Make Your Own Dear Diary Quilt | Block A
Making the Dear Diary quilt as part of the Dear Diary Fabric Showcase for Minki Kim and Riley Blake Designs was lots of fun! Lately, my time to sew has been limited; so when I do get a chance to create, my goal has been to focus on patterns that are uncomplicated but still unique and beautiful. With that in mind, I designed this quilt to be impactful and yet quick and easy to piece together. I made my version of this Dear Diary quilt over a couple of weekends, but you could easily make it ... Read More about Make Your Own Dear Diary Quilt | Block A