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A Finish - Rug #1 on Off the Wall Friday from Creations - Quilts, Art, Whatever by Nina-Marie Sayre

RUG DONE! And yes, my first real rug hook in the books. Now when I say "done", I mean done hooking. Hopefully, I'll get the edges finished up soon enough. But to tell you the truth, there are so many ways to finish them, I haven't figured out which one I'm going to do yet.

That all said, I thought I would continue on with my habit of doing a self critique when I finish project.

Rug #1, Nina-Marie Sayre, July 2025
22" by 12", Hand dyed Wool on Linen, #6, #3 strips

Pros:

Learned how to ...

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Paper sampling, a video. from Karen Ann Ruane

Stitched paper samples.

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Summer Jubilee Sew Along Week 3 from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

Hi Quilters,

Welcome to Week 3 of the Summer Jubilee Sew Along!

By now, you have made your Starburst blocks, and now we are ready to dive into the Rosette Blocks!

Chain piecing will be your friend this week as we make all the little units that will become the Rosette blocks.

These blocks may feel complicated, but they consist of blocks you are probably already really familiar with: half square triangles (HSTs) and Flying Geese (FGs).

The HSTs are made 8 at a time, and the FGs are made 4 at a time so you can create the units ...

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Design exploration from Karen Ann Ruane

Embroidery, design exploration.

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progress from Karen Ann Ruane

surface design, progress

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pages, inspire, design, from Karen Ann Ruane

pages, inspire, design,

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Extending design exploration from Karen Ann Ruane

Extending design exploration, embroidery.

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Two inch square swatches, design exploration. from Karen Ann Ruane

Two inch square swatches, design exploration.

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Inspiration, folded pages. from Karen Ann Ruane

inspiration, folded pages.

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Spring Sewing with Potager Fabrics: Lookbook and Free Quilt Pattern from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

Potager Lookbook is here! Brimming with quilting and sewing inspiration!

Spring blooms in fabric and projects with our must-see Potager Lookbook also known as our fabric project catalog featuring stunning Potager fabrics designed by the talented Sharon Holland, packed with inspiring ideas and projects.

Flip through the lookbook with me and get inspired to create with our fabrics!

Unleash your creativity with our FREE 'Home Grown' quilt pattern and discover DIY project inspiration & ideas from home décor to charming accessories, and stylish apparel—all showcasing the beauty of our premium quilting cotton and versatile substrates.

*Featuring our Free Quilt Pattern ...

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folding pages from Karen Ann Ruane

folding pages, embroidering pages,

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Mademoiselle Lookbook is Here! Filled with Quilting & Sewing Projects from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

Ready to say 'oui' to gorgeous fabrics & projects? Our beloved Lookbook is HERE! This fabric project catalog showcases our collections and is packed with projects and ideas featuring Mademoiselle by Patty Basemi. Get inspired and see what you can create with our fabrics!

Come join me and flip through our lookbook book to get inspired!

Discover our FREE quilt pattern 'Bonjour Paris' and tons of project inspiration for your home decor, including charming accessories, chic apparel, and accessories each project showcases the beauty of our premium quilting cotton and available substrates.

*Featuring our Free Quilt Pattern: Bonjour Paris in Mademoiselle ...

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Composition of 2025 on Off the Wall Friday from Creations - Quilts, Art, Whatever by Nina-Marie Sayre

YOU TELL 'EM, SALLY!

The doldrums have finally diminished, and all God's people said Amen. Unless you live off a Great Lake you really can't get a sense of what it's like to go weeks - yes weeks - without sun. We'll get a sunny afternoon, and I always go for a long drive, it feels so good. Today was not such a day though. The last sun we saw was hmmmmmm Saturday and this morning we awoke to inches of ice. Lovely.

But...my pile of last year's Art Page-A-Day calendar paintings were sitting there just ...

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Designing the Ultimate Sewing Studio for Creatives from Sew French

In a heartfelt journey of transformation, we embraced change, moving closer to our grandchildren, and creating a new dream studio. Through meticulous design and cherished memories, I built a space brimming with intention, comfort, and inspiration. Blessed with love, light, and creativity, it reflects a life dedicated to passion and purpose. Continue reading →

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Chickens Are On The Loose from Sew French

Because every family that raises chickens needs a chicken quilt! It was such fun pulling fabrics for this one! These chickens were inspired by a chicken block from Sewinspired. Each block was a joy filled 15 minutes of daily play … Continue reading →

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Table from Karen Ann Ruane

creative space

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Proud To Be An American from Sew French

For many Christmas’s, my five siblings, and I, rotated through our names and each made a hand crafted gift for another. I almost always make a quilt. I had previously made three (sadly no photo of the first…) for this … Continue reading →

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Mastering Collage Quilting Techniques from Sew French

This Christmas 2020 wallhanging quilt for our youngest granddaughter, Amelia, the unicorn loving one. This Laura Heine collage was a winner! Even after quilting for well over 40 years there was still so much color value to be learned! This … Continue reading →

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Crafting a Custom Sized Freewheeling Single Girl Quilt from Sew French

This is the second time I’ve made this Freewheeling Single Girl quilt. The first time was for our oldest granddaughter’s high school graduation in 2017. Both times I resized the rings so you got more rings per quilt. To make … Continue reading →

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Artist books, sketchbooks, ledgers, design. from Karen Ann Ruane

embroiderers artist books, sketchbooks, ledgers, design. A video.

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