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I will finish cutting all these hexagons this week for the four corners of the quilt but it is taking awhile – I feel for anyone that needs to do this with a pair of scissors and drawing templates on fabric – unless they really want to do it that way – the is – […]

Fabric was pressed and cutting was started.  I had so many neutral fat quarters set aside for Norkio’s Star, I had forgotten how much fabric was in the big project box for the quilt as I hadn’t cut any in awhile.  I need 1084 neutral pieces for the corners and about 208 black – I […]

Welcome to my stop on the Island Batik + Accuquilt Irish Chain BlogHop. 

Directive - Create a stunning quilt using the GO! Irish Chain Die from AccuQuilt!

Here is my response!

A Stunning Finish, as requested!

But let's start at the beginning. 

The Challenge

Fusion  by Jerry Khiev for Swan Amity Studios

Inspiration Board

Accuquilt Die to make 10" Finished Irish Chain Block

Dull

Meh

Whatever

I have always used the Irish Chain as an alternate block, not the focus block. Naturally, I was ...

On Saturday was my blog anniversary – I forgot to mention that – I started this blog on April 19, 2007 – 18 years!! wow how time flies – my first post is here.  It was short and to the point – I think the first year was kind of like that, not sure what […]

If you’re like me, you love finding a project that’s just the right mix of cute, quick, and meaningful—and this little Camera Quilt Block checks all the boxes!

Using the AccuQuilt GO! Camera Block Die designed by Judy Gauthier, you’ll be able to cut out this block with ease and turn it into a charming mini quilt. It’s the perfect project to sew up and hang right next to your favorite photos of family, friends, or even those quilt retreats you never want to forget.

In the video below, I’ll show you exactly how ...

Yesterday was another day of clearing up scraps, working on hexies, quilting and adjusting to the time change – for spring forward an hour.  Kind of messes me up a little but adjust quickly and I like it lighter in the evening! I forgot to take a photo of the box of scraps that I […]

I didn’t want to start sewing the half hexies together just yet yesterday while I looked at it a little while longer so I got busy cutting more scraps that were left over from it and from the Flying Pansies quilt that I did a couple months ago – that is where the Kaffe scraps […]

It was another nice day outside so I really didn’t do a lot inside but I did get some more cutting done on Shooting Star – some strips were pressed And some pieces cut.  Like I say not a lot – I just wasn’t into sitting at table and working on this all that much […]

I have the half hexies cut for now from the fabric that I had.  I don’t have enough to make anything large but we will see how it goes – I have a little up on the wall to see how they look – these are constructed in long rows no Y seams The last […]

The machine was out and cutting was happening when I got done with my appointment and grocery shopping.  I didn’t finish but I did make a mess on the table and it is waiting for me to get back to work on it today.  Those on the pressing table still need to be cut. I […]

 I am honored and thrilled to return as an Island Batik Ambassador for the year 2025.

We received a generous shipment of fabric from Island Batik and other supplies from industry partners. 

A Very Generous Haul

Here is my Unboxing Video.

The fabrics and products are shown/described below.

Four queen sized batts from Hobbs Batting,  including 100%Wool from Tuscany, Heirloom 80/20 in Natural, Heirloom 80/20 in Black, and 100% Cotton with Scrim Binder.  

Hobbs also sent a bag of stuffing that will be used to make the soft toy from Funky Friends Factory in June.

Thank ...

Hobbs Batting, a long-time sponsor of Island Batik, provided us with various types of batting to assist with the finishing process of each project.

As an Island Batik Ambassador, one of the perks is receiving two boxes each year from Island Batik and ...

This is such a cute bag and with the June Tailor kit, it really comes together so quickly! The kit comes with the easy to sew zipper and the pre-printed stabilizer.

If you’re like me, you’ve got half-finished projects scattered everywhere and a bag full of supplies you swear you just organized.

Enter the QAYG Crafty Clutch Kit from AccuQuilt.

This little gem is a game-changer, combining the magic of quilting with a super practical (and totally adorable) clutch bag you can actually use.

Best part? It’s quilt-as-you-go (QAYG), so there’s no wrestling with layers or ...

Learn how you can not only make and add a flange to your quilt, but see how you can use the AccuQuilt die for cutting the strips! It’s such an easy thing to do and having your strips cut perfectly using the Flange Die is really a time saver.

Have you ever looked at a quilt and thought, “How do they get that perfect little pop of color around the edge?” That’s the magic of flange binding—a super chic and surprisingly easy way to give your quilts a professional, decorative finish.

And guess what? With the AccuQuilt ...

I am so excited today to share the magnolia quilt block that you can sew together using the AccuQuilt die.

It’s a simple block and while you see half rectangles, the AccuQuilt die really really makes it easy to sew!

You’ll notice that there are no points on the half rectangles and the corners of the small four patch unit as well. This really is nice because your sewing machine and needle won’t eat the point and cause issues! It really is nice.

In addition to not getting eaten, the points being gone really help you line ...

I’m very excited today to share some info on using EQ with AccuQuilt!

As many of you know, I do have a few AccuQuilt dies and machines… LOVE IT! and now they have teamed up with EQ with their Mix and Match Qubes! whoop whoop.

This is the XMas Table Topper that I designed using one of the blocks and cutting the fabric with AccuQuilt.

It was so simple and quick! I loved it!!

I have a video showing you step by step on how you can sew the block yourself.

Before we get to that, let’s talk ...

Yesterday I had a bad sinus headache and did no machine work.  I took numerous naps, read, knitted and a little EPP.  I got to thinking that I thought I had bought a layer cake of Kaffe fabric at a quilt show a couple years ago and looked for it and found it – would […]

I’ve always loved a good bucket hat. It’s one of those fun and functional accessories that work for almost any season, whether you’re shielding yourself from the summer sun or adding a little flair to your fall wardrobe. And the best part? You can make it reversible! That means two hats in one—who doesn’t love that?

Using the AccuQuilt bucket hat die makes the process even smoother. If you’re anything like me, you appreciate anything that speeds up the cutting process and keeps those shapes accurate. Plus, it’s perfect for using up some ...