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Quiet Moments Quilt by Aqua Paisley Studio

Lemon Tree Trip Around the World Quilt - Aqua Paisley Studio

South Bank Spin Pattern by Aqua Paisley Studio

Down Memory Lane Best Loved Memories Quilt by Aqua Paisley Studio featuring La Conner Fabric by Jera Brandvig for Lecien

Pieces of Home Quilt | Aqua Paisley Studio

Pink Lemonade Swiss Quilt | made by Aqua Paisley Studio | Pattern by Thimble Blossoms

Harvest Market Quilt by Aqua Paisley Studio. PDF download available now!

The Next Gen Quilt - Aqua Paisley Studio

At the Crossroads Quilt | Aqua Paisley Studio

Gypsy Lane Quilt Pattern by Aqua Paisley Studio

Aqua Paisley Studio - Bonnie & Camille Sampler Quilt

Mini Quilts

Down Memory Lane Mini | Aqua Paisley Studio

Trip Around the World Mini Quilt | Tutorial by Aqua Paisley Studio

12 Minis in 12 Months | Aqua Paisley Studio

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"There are stories hidden in the language we use, whether we are conscious of them or not they tell the truth of our heart and minds." - Cheryl Strayed
Aqua Paisley Studio is dedicated to the language of quiltmaking and 'the story behind the quilt'.
My goal is to inspire quilt makers everywhere to follow their bliss and create everyday with intention. Welcome! - Samantha

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Quilts are so much more than pieces of pretty fabric and thread. They are a tangible part of our life story, and a creative expression of who we are. They can showcase everything from our favourite colours to things we value and our hopes and dreams. Every quilt has its own story.

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@farmfreshstitches recently quilted and shared this gorgeous Sweetwater fabric version of my Inside Out quilt pattern, (made by her client Lisa, and one of my favourite IG friends @lschmitzrn), and I had to share too 😍😍😍⠀
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This pattern has such a big place in my heart and I love seeing it come to life in your hands 😃⠀
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Thanks for sharing, Jennifer!⠀
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Go follow Jennifer @farmfreshstitches for lots more quilting inspiration !!⠀
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#apspatterns #insideoutquilt #sweetwaterfabric #modafabrics #longarmquilting

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I love a pretty backing as much as I love the actual quilt top! And choosing the perfect backing is definitely one of my most favourite parts of the quilting process 😍⠀
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While backings are often a great place to showcase large scale or feature prints, I love the classic simplicity of this navy polka dot fabric, and I thought it was the perfect complement to the statement Aneela Hoey fabric in the quilt 😍😍⠀
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Are you an ‘anything goes’ type of quilter when it comes to backing, or do you search for the perfect choice too? ⠀
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This cute quilt pattern can be found in the new book, Fresh Fat Quarter Quilts by Andy @abrightcorner 😍😍😍⠀
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#ventureoutquilt #madewithmartingale #freshfatquarterquilts #freshfatquarterquiltsbook #abrightcorner #fatquarterquilt #babyquilt #aneelahoeyfabric #aquapaisleystudio

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I love a quilt with a story, message or sentiment, and this Venture Out quilt reminds this homebody that it’s important to venture out of my comfort zone every now and then and step outside my front door 😍⠀
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But let’s be honest, there really is no place quite like home - and throw in a comfy sofa and some quilts, and there’s very little reason to leave 😉😂⠀
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This quilt is from the new book Fresh Fat Quarter Quilts by Andy @abrightcorner - it’s definitely one for your quilt library 😍😍😍⠀
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#ventureoutquilt #madewithmartingale #freshfatquarterquilts #freshfatquarterquiltsbook #abrightcorner #fatquarterquilt #babyquilt #aneelahoeyfabric #aquapaisleystudio #quiltsondisplay #quiltdisplay #wallquilt

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Remember when I was sharing this quilt in progress on my Stories?⠀
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Well, today I’m sharing the full reveal on my blog 😍⠀
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This quilt is called Venture Out, and it’s from the fun new book Fresh Fat Quarter Quilts from Andy @abrightcorner and @martingalettp 😍😍⠀
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#ventureoutquilt #freshfatquarterquilts #freshfatquarterquiltsbook #madewithmartingale #aneelahoeyfabric #janomeaustralia

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Anyone else suffer with insomnia?⠀
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I’ve tried counting sheep 😉😂, but I would love to know what sort of remedies people are having, or have had success with?! ⠀
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In the meantime I’ve got some extra hours for some late night drawing 🤦‍♀️😂⠀
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#apsillustrations #creativehappylife #createmakeshare #livecreatively #showyourwork #doitfortheprocess #herestothecreatives

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Mini quilts are my favourite!!⠀
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I’m a big believer in the theory...⠀
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Small Wins = Big Progress!!⠀
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The satisfaction of finishing a small project is such great motivation, and always spurs me on to the next thing 😍⠀
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I’ve got another mini quilt planned for this weekend, and although I can’t actually share it, I’m excited to get started 😍😍⠀
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Are you a mini quilt maker, or do you prefer other types of small projects?⠀
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#minimasterpiecesbook #luckyspool #justbetterbooks #blossomheartquilts #complexcurves #sewingcurves #curvedpiecing #quiltblock #miniquilt #bonnieandcamille #miniquilt

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Here’s a picture of my original #cherrytreelanequilt with its red polka dot binding ❤️❤️❤️⠀
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It would seem from your previous comments that your favourite bindings are definitely stripes, polka dots and plaid - and I have to agree, they are my favourites too ❤️❤️❤️⠀
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I’ve made this pattern a couple of times now and it’s definitely a favourite! I call this light background colourway the ‘Mary’ version, and I have a dark background version that I refer to as the’Bert’ version ❤️🖤.⠀
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I don’t think I ever shared the finished Bert version, but maybe I will get it out of storage and give it its time in the sunshine so you can all see 😍👍🏻 - any other Mary Poppins fans out there?⠀
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#bonnieandcamille #bonnieandcamillefabric #showmethemoda #modafabrics #jellyrollquilt #apspatterns #aquapaisleystudio

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You guys loved @teezsewcrafty’s striped binding yesterday, so I know you are going to love this pic of her finished quilt 😍⠀
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This gorgeous #cherrytreelanequilt deserves all the heart eyes, don’t you think?! 😍😍😍⠀
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And, am I the only one envious of the gorgeous natural light in that space?? 😂😍👍🏻💛⠀
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#bonnieandcamille #modafabrics #quiltsofinstagram #quiltstagram #quiltinglife #quiltingfun #ilovequilting #quiltingismytherapy #quiltinginspiration #australianquilter #quiltmaker #aquapaisleystudio #apspatterns⠀

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What’s your favourite print to use for binding?⠀
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I think @teezsewcrafty has made the perfect choice for her Cherry Tree Lane quilt 😍😍😍! ⠀
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You can’t go wrong with a striped binding!! ❤️ ⠀
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Pattern: #cherrytreelanequilt⠀
Maker: @teezsewcrafty⠀
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#quiltsofinstagram #quiltstagram #quiltinglife #quiltingfun #ilovequilting #quiltingismytherapy #quiltinginspiration #australianquilter #quiltmaker #aquapaisleystudio #bonnieandcamille #modafabrics

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What are your thoughts on replacing binding? ⠀
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Today I am taking the binding off this quilt and starting it again...⠀
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In this instance I’m fixing a tension issue with the machine stitching that I didn’t notice when I attached the binding to the quilt. I had hand stitched one and a half sides before I realised I had a problem 🙈⠀
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While it’s not ideal to have to do things twice, sometimes it’s a necessary solution for the overall integrity and design of the final quilt - so for me it’s absolutely worth the extra effort 😍👍🏻⠀
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#tildafabric #tildafabrics #tildaaustralia #tildausa #ilovetilda #tildaoldrose #tildaoldrosefabric #tildaoldroseshowcase #tildafabrics_usa #2greenzebras #southbankspinquilt #quiltsofinstagram #quiltstagram #quiltinglife #quiltingfun #ilovequilting #quiltingismytherapy #quiltinginspiration #australianquilter #aussiequilter #quiltmaker #aquapaisleystudio #apspatterns

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If every picture tells a story, then my question is... ⠀
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Does this one tell you that my sewing machine died while attaching the binding to my #southbankspinquilt ? Which meant, in order to get a pretty picture or two in time for the #tildaoldroseshowcase I found myself glueing, tacking, and basically just improvising as best I could so it at least appeared to have an actual binding 🙈😂⠀
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Yep, don’t believe everything you see on Instagram!! 😉😂😂😂⠀
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#tildafabric #tildafabrics #tildaaustralia #tildausa #ilovetilda #tildaoldrose #tildaoldrosefabric #tildaoldroseshowcase #tildafabrics_usa #2greenzebras #southbankspinquilt #quiltsofinstagram #quiltstagram #quiltinglife #quiltingfun #ilovequilting #quiltingismytherapy #quiltinginspiration #australianquilter #aussiequilter #quiltmaker #aquapaisleystudio #apspatterns

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