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I am beyond excited to share a very special quilt with you! This gorgeous wall hanging was made by one of my pattern testers, Rachel Fields of RF Quilt Studio. It features the Drift pattern, which I’ll be hosting a Quilt Along for next month. Seeing quilts made from my patterns is such a treat—it’s truly one of my favorite things! Rachel’s quilt showcases the versatility of the design with a soft color palette that creates a beautiful contrast to the other versions I’ve shared so far.

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I am totally obsessed with sardines!! They are trending big time. I have a fish keychain from Ruby Star Society, the best goofy doormat featuring a full tin of them (which my husband loves), and my favorite t-shirt is from H&M. I even found a candle at Anthropologie… and I want so much more. That obsession led me to start making some fish templates for us! I’ve already made some fish-themed charity quilt blocks and have big plans for more projects—so stay tuned. To officially kick off my sardine obsession here on the blog, I wanted to ...

What is a Quilt Along? And Why You Should Join One This July!

If you’ve ever wished for a quilting friend to encourage and even challenge you, then a Quilt Along (QAL) might be exactly what you need.

What is a Quilt Along?

A QAL starts with a host—someone who organizes the entire experience. They set the schedule, decide how the information will be shared, and, most importantly, choose the project. Every QAL is unique. In the past, I’ve hosted QALs by publishing blog posts on my website, while others have delivered details via email. The structure ...

From a Pile of Whites to Whimsical Fish

Lately, I’ve noticed an abundance of white fabric scraps piling up in my stash—more than any other color! While sorting through some focus fabrics from my Quilt Guild for charity blocks, inspiration struck. The playful cat print is the perfect contrast to a sardine-themed quilt block I’ve been wanting to make. Last weekend offered an ideal break between projects, so I took the opportunity for a little creative refresh—a “quilty jolt,” if you will. That spark led to the creation of a free quilt block pattern that’s ...

The Garden Star Series

One of my favorite creative traditions is the Garden Star Series. Every year, I release a new quilt pattern that builds upon this growing collection. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce the latest addition—Garden Star 7! This new design made its debut at QuiltCon, and I couldn’t be more excited to finally share it with you here. It is the perfect beginner quilt or a great pattern for your next quick make. Garden Star 7 includes three versatile sizes, giving quilters room to play and personalize.

A special detail I love? When you piece ...

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A Joy to Sew!

I had so much fun sewing up this quilt, called Square Up, for the Fat Quarter Shop! This brand-new pattern is simple, beginner-friendly, and incredibly satisfying to put together. Despite its ease, it has a bold, modern aesthetic that immediately reminded me of a mosaic wall—structured yet full of character.

The Fabric: Bee Garden by Gingiber

For my version of the Square Up quilt, I used fabric from one of my favorite Moda designers: Gingiber. Her collections always feel hand-drawn and filled with charm, and this latest one is no exception. From striking, oversized bees ...

Bird Quilt

There’s something magical about watching a quilt come to life—especially when it’s inspired by the graceful motion of birds. That’s exactly what Drift is all about. This pattern was born from a love of organic movement that is mesmerizing and intriguing. Flowing curves are designed to mimic the quiet elegance of birds gliding on a breeze. It’s the perfect bird quilt.

One of my absolute favorite parts of designing quilt patterns is seeing what others make with them. I’m always inspired by the color choices, fabric placement ...

I first released the Fields of Flower quilt as part of the Great Jelly Roll Bash in 2024. I can’t believe it has already been six months! Jelly Roll Day falls on the third Saturday of September, and since I’m all about the quilting life, celebrating a quilting holiday makes perfect sense, I always throw a party for the occasion. But it just hit me—I haven’t shared Fields of Flower my row quilt on the blog yet!

One reason for the delay? This quilt is BIG. It wasn’t quilted initially, but that changed for QuiltCon ...

Quilting is more than just fabric and stitches—it’s a journey filled with creativity, passion, and a community of makers who inspire one another. Today, I have a special treat for you!! I would like to share the work of one of my talented pattern testers, Miyuki! I know her as Miyu. She sent me her beautiful quilt so I could take some photos of it and I had so much fun with this bold and flirty quilt. Let’s take a closer look at her stunning version of the Drift Quilt and get to know a little more ...

Regalos de San Valentín para hombre

Os dejo unas ideas para regalar por San Valentín, este año yo voy a regalar algo relacionado con el futuro para seguir construyendo ilusiones juntos y seguir acumulando experiencias. Seguir construyendo una pareja sólida con buenos pilares en tiempos buenos, para que cuando vengan malas épocas, nada la tambalee.

Os dejo enlace a Amazon con la selección de ideas para regalar en San Valentín.

Yo este año he elegido un lego adultos para construir juntos que esté relacionado con un país que queramos ir juntos, aunque el lego de Friends sobre su serie favorita ...

So, I did this thing!!! I stepped outside my comfort zone and created something that I have fallen in love with. I had a similar idea percolating in the back of my mind, but a project for my niece was the push I needed to bring it to life. Emily—or as I like to call her, Em—is my brother’s oldest daughter and the third of my siblings’ kids to get married. When I told her I’d love to help in any way, I was thrilled when she reached out, asking me to make a tablecloth for ...

Te atreves?

No cabe duda, el animal print favorece y saca nuestro lado más salvaje y divertido. Hazte con una pieza clave y combínala con marrones, negro y por supuesto, el rojo.

Este año es el leopardo el protagonista, misterioso y muy felino, pretende sacar nuestro lado atrevido y sexi. Quién dijo que la ropa de invierno es aburrida? Yo hace unos meses, cuando me daba pereza sacar la ropa de invierno, pero dar un toque de color para aquellos días que te apetece cambiar puede estar bien.

La verdad es que queda ideal pero para tener solo una pieza ...

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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 ...