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Piecing a Scrappy Back for the Hope’s Path Quilt

Sometimes quilting projects don’t go as planned—like when I completely forgot to order backing for the Hope’s Path Quilt. This is a quilt that is so is special to me. I share the rights with Quilts for a Cause. An organization that raises money to combat cancer by selling quilts. I was working under a tight, self imposed deadline. While it might sound stressful, it turned into an unexpected creative opportunity!

Why? Well, I decided to piece together a Snazzy Stripy Quilt Back made solely from my ...

Needlepoint para mi próximo cojín, por dónde empezar?

Llevo tiempo con mis hobbies abandonados, últimamente he entrado en la dinámica que tanto he criticado, “no tengo tiempo para nada”, eso me pasa por criticar. Opinamos sin tener que opinar, lo hacemos mal, hasta que nos pasa. Y este es lo que me ha pasado a mi. Efectivamente hay etapas en la vida en las que no se tiene tiempo para nada. Lección aprendida: no hablar demás (jajaja es imposible, no tenemos arreglo, los seres humanos nos equivocamos una y mil veces, pero hemos de intentarlo).

Así que me ha tocado ...

I’m back for another Block Mania Tuesday! It’s been such a joy designing and creating all these unique blocks for this year’s Block Mania. November’s theme challenged us to make something you’d find in a market or shop, so I chose to design the Lucky Clover Quilt Block. It features a Purple Shamrock preserved in a cloche.

Why a Plant Themed Quilt Block?

Lately, I’ve fully embraced my inner plant mama! Taking care of my plants has become my favorite way to unwind from life’s stresses, especially since quilting—my beloved hobby—has ...

50 cumpleaños reflexiones, para seguir caminando en la vida con paso firme.

Este mes he cumplido 50 años, parecen ser los nuevos 40, como psicóloga siempre he oido que a esta edad, se produce una crisis existencial, parece que empiezas a reflexionar sobre los años pasados y replantearte tu futuro. Y algo de razón hay.

Cumplir 50 años para mi es tener más claridad, estar más asentada en cómo funciona la vida y por dónde tengo que ir. Me han dado seguridad, calma y perspectiva. Estos 50 años… me gustan!!!

Para mi los 40 han pasado rápido, muy rápido ...

The Quilter’s Gift Guide 2024:
The Ultimate Gifts to Wow Your Favorite Quilter

Shopping for someone else can be so hard! If you’re not sure what to get the quilter in your life, you’ve come to the right place. Quilters love fabric, notions, and anything that sparks creativity, but finding the perfect gift can still be a challenge. That’s why I’ve curated this list of 10 Gift Ideas for Quilters that any quilter would love! These gifts are sure to take you off the naughty list and put you in the clear for at least ...

Last Tuesday, I shared my newest pattern, the Sugar Skull quilt block. I tested the pattern using the Good Spirits fabric by Ruby Star Society. It’s their Halloween line, which hit stores a few months ago. If you follow me on Instagram, you’d know that I used this fabric for a quilt-along with the Fat Quarter Shop. A couple of months back, I made a door hanging with this fun fabric line.

Since I didn’t have any plans for the quilt block and still had some leftover fabric, I decided to turn it into something. I settled ...

It’s spooky season! I couldn’t be more excited that this month’s Block Mania theme aligns perfectly with my latest creative spark. October is all about sweets! Inspired by my love for Halloween and my husband’s Hispanic heritage, I took a unique approach to the theme: the Sugar Skull Quilt Block.

A sugar skull is exactly what it sounds like—a large cube of sugar molded into the shape of a skull, then decorated with bright colors, icing, glitter, and other embellishments.

In Tucson, there’s a massive street parade for Día de los Muertos. I love ...

Exciting News: My Nightlight Quilt is in Make Modern Magazine!

I’m beyond thrilled to share some amazing news with you all—I’m featured in this month’s Make Modern Magazine! read more

I come from a family that subscribed to Hoard’s Dairyman, National Geographic, and Burda. To this day, as a farmer’s daughter, I still love flipping through the knee-high stacks of Burda magazines my mom has collected over the years. In fact, I even have a small stack of five Burda magazines that have somehow lost their way and found a home on my bookshelf.

Quilt Jacket: A Three-Year Work in Progress

Each year, I pull them out and dream of making a jacket. I’ve actually been working on triangles from my Terracotta Fiori Quilt Pattern to create ...

Tracy Mooney and I have longed to work together again since our Generation Q(uilt) Magazine ended. And we have, as I’ve designed quilts for publications she’s edited. About a year ago we started talking seriously about having our own podcast and inviting friends to join us. And so, here we go. Click HERE. There are… Continue reading A Podcast, A Class and an Update

I get asked all the time where am I teaching. Below is my schedule so far:

• 9/17:  North Country Trunk Show, NY
• 10/5: Zoom OBW Trunk Show, Arizona State Guild
• 11/9: Zoom OBW 1, Arizona State Guild
• 11/11-13: Thomas Sewing Center,  Lexington KY, OBW Workshop
• 11/14: 11/17: Fantastic Quilters OBW Trunk Show & Workshop, Fairfield Glade TN
• 12/7: Zoom OBW 2 , Arizona State Guild
• 2025
• 1/10:  Zoom OBW Trunk Show, Quilt Inc., Delmar, NY
• 1/18: 60 degree Log Cabin, Thread Bears Quilt Guild, Oneida NY
• 1/20: Sew Busy, Gloversville, NY, OBW ...

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I’m thrilled to announce a an event that only happens once a year — the Great Jelly Roll Bash! If you’re new to this event, you’re in for a treat. Here’s the scoop on what’s in store: I’ve invited four incredibly talented pattern designers to join me in hosting this year’s event on Zoom. Each of us has designed a unique pattern in our own distinctive style, and we’re bundling them all together for sale. Purchasing this bundle also grants you access to the exclusive Zoom event happening on September 21st—Jelly Roll ...

Hello, Quilting Friends! I’m thrilled to share with you my latest addition to Quilt Block Mania—this free bow quilt block is available for all of August. This month’s Quilt Block Mania theme is Accessories, and what accessory is more delightful and versatile than a bow? Bows are having a big moment right now, popping up everywhere in fashion, decor, and now, in our quilts!

Inspiration Behind the Favorite Bow Quilt Block

This charming block is inspired by a blog post on Ruby Star Society’s website. Devon wrote all about the Pivot Patchwork Bow, and this beautiful ...

It’s Block Mania: Celebrating Reading with “Readers” Quilt Block!

Hello Quilty friends! Welcome to another Block Mania Tuesday! This month’s theme is all about celebrating reading, and I couldn’t resist creating something special for you. Introducing the “Readers” quilt block, designed with love and a touch of literary charm.

If you’re new to Block Mania, here’s the scoop: on the first Tuesday of the month, Carolin Moore orchestrates this fantastic blog hop where designers like myself craft 12” finished quilt blocks based on a theme. And the best part? You get to download these blocks ...

Introducing the Garden Star 6 Quilt Pattern!

I’m over the moon to share some exciting news… It’s time for another pattern release party!! My newest quilt pattern, Garden Star 6, is here! This is the perfect addition to the Garden Star series and is sure to delight both beginners and seasoned quilters with its captivating design that is easy to assemble. So, pour yourself a cup of (insert your favorite drink), and let’s dive into the magic of quilting together!

Can you keep a secret? I am actually making this quilt for my nephew’s family; they ...

I do a 3-day design boot camp a couple of times a year. The charge is minimal for the amount of value in it, and I absolutely love doing them. The purpose of the boot camp is to give quilters a taste of what my teaching style is like, to further their quilting journey, and to encourage them to join me in either the QG Design Academy and/or QG Creative Design Society.

As you all know, I have reduced the price of the Society from $24.97 to $9.97 to make it accessible to everyone. My hope was ...

Block Mania Tuesday

Today is the day!!! It’s another block mania Tuesday, and I made it in the nick of time… I really didn’t think I was going to have a block to share this month because I just got back from teaching on a quilting cruise for a whole week!! It was so much fun!  I didn’t get to work on my block on the ship. And I didn’t get to work on it the week after I got home either… but last Monday I put on my big girl panties and got it done ...

I don’t know about you, but my first opinion of a Y-seam was disbelief. I saw it. Broke it down in my mind and moved on. I didn’t want to do it and I didn’t think I could do it. It wasn’t until I entered the Modern Quilt Guild color challenge back in 2018 that I decided that I would attempt the technique. I was surprised by what I found and grew to love them. Let’s explore a few patterns that use them and debunk the myth that Y-seams are hard.

What is a Y-seam ...