Today, we released Collection #61 to our Club members! Don’t you just love our Happy Easter quilt, table runner and table topper? I’m so pleased with how it came out- I think these projects are so fun and refreshing for Spring! (Members of The Art of Home Club get brand new patterns and projects on the 20th of every month.)

This pattern collection contains 7 different Easter/Spring themed applique and embroidery designs, as well as instructions to make the 3 different projects. Lots of choices! The designs include a hen, chick, bunny, Easter egg, egg basket, lamb ...

Pot Holders for All Seasons contains a wide variety of quilted pot holders. You can easily find the perfect, display-worthy design to dress up your kitchen for any time of the year or any occasion.

You can purchase this book here via Amazon  Pot Holders for all seasons.

Even though this festive table runner pattern from Fort Worth Fabric Studio is called Easter Candy, it could easily be changed up to fit any occasion.

It is a scrappy and easy pattern that does not require too much fabric.  I like the design because it almost looks like the squares and rectangles are floating on sea of white.

If you don’t want to purchase new fabric (yeah right?!) , this is an ideal scrap busting project.  And again, it is not just for Easter.  Think about greens and reds for Christmas or blues and silvers for Hanukah.  Red, white ...

Everyone loves to quilt for the seasons.  There are so many fun and lovely projects out there to choose from.  There have also been numerous quilt books written specifically for various occasions.  Here are seven seasonal books tht you can purchase over on the Annie’s Craft Store website.

1. Quilts for Autumn can be purchased as a hard copy or a digital download.  With 11 projects to choose from, you will be wanting to pour yourself a cup of pumpkin spice coffee and start sewing.
2.  20 projects are in this Springtime Sewing Book and they are not all quilts.  It ...

It's been a busy week, but I still (barely) managed to squeeze in enough personal sewing time to stay on top of my goals -- in addition to my "extra duties" as Family Event Planner, Easter Chef, and Travel Agent/Tour Guide to Out-of-State College Towns.  My label is appliquéd to my bear paw quilt and I sewed the binding to the front of my quilt today.

Bear Paw Binding Began Today

Another Easter has come and gone; and, in this week following, spring has got a full grip on the weather, the pollen has begun to descend in thick, yellow waves, covering everything in its sight. We celebrated Jesus' Resurrection with worship in our new church last Sunday; there was a large crowd (highest attendance ever for our little mission church) of faithful folks in attendance, it was an

Another Easter has come and gone; and, in this week following, spring has got a full grip on the weather, the pollen has begun to descend in thick, yellow waves, covering everything in its sight. We celebrated Jesus' Resurrection with worship in our new church last Sunday; there was a large crowd (highest attendance ever for our little mission church) of faithful folks in attendance, it was an

 I hope you all had a wonderful Easter. For us, it was just normal days. Here, compared to Norway, there are no public holidays related to Easter. In Norway; Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Monday are public holidays. Now that we are on partial lockdown (phase #1 in reopening), all church services are closed. If you would like to know more about lockdown Easter celebration in Mauritius, click here. 

UFO's are put aside, since I'm currently working on two Patriotic table runners. It's a custom order to one in the US. 

 Happy Easter

This weekend the small town of Dillsboro in western NC was finally back to holding their annual Easter parade on the day before Easter. We were there in 2018, our first drive event with the Appalachian Mountain MINI club, and I posted about it then. See the cars and the parade from that year here – Dillsboro Parade. So, the following year, I knew we needed to make a good effort, so I made my Easter Bonnet to wear. You can see the construction of it on my Easter Bonnet post. Unfortunately, the parade was rained out in 2019, and canceled ...

Here is a big, bold, and beautiful quilt pattern from Allspice Abounds.  Perfect for spring, or any other season, this is such a happy quilt.  Not only is it in full bloom with all of the tulips, if you look closely you will see some sweet birds scattered throughout.

This quilt uses two techniques, piecing and appliqué.  The birds and the leaves of the flowers are appliquéd on, while the blooms and stems are pieced.

There is a detailed downloadable pdf for the six page pattern.  You will find all of the measurements and cutting instructions.  You will also find ...

This is a fun little mini quilt that can be used as a mug ...

This is a fun little mini quilt that can be used as a mug ...

To celebrate Spring and Easter, I have a Spring Bunny Table Runner Tutorial to share with you today! This project is the perfect combination of quilting and home décor. A mix of spring green fabrics and the cutest black and white gingham give this table runner a little country charm with modern style. I love how it turned out!

The size of this table runner is approximately 13″ x 38″. If you’re looking for a quick project to make, this is it! There are only three blocks set on point that measure 9″ finished. The setting triangles are pieced ...

Made as part of an Easter bunny quilt, this charming paper pieced carrot quilt block from The Objects of Design will have you wanting to make an entire quilt out of carrots!  It’s a great scrap buster and it’s so whimsical.  It’s also easy to do.

While there is no template to download, the instructions include a graph paper diagram that you can replicate.  The designer gives detailed tips on laying out the drawing and sewing the block together.  You will also find plenty of photos to help you with the assembly.

I love the quilt that ...

Doesn’t this sweet “Bonita Bunny” quilt block from Threadbare Creations just make you smile?  Look at the sweet bow in her one ear.  It’s just charming.  I love that the designer, Rose, turned this paper pieced block into a mini quilt.  Of course, you could easily make lots of Bonita Bunnies and turn them into an entire quilt.

Three sizes are provided for this block, 6″, 8″, and 10″ so there are plenty of options.  All you need to do is pick out the pretty fabrics you want to use.

What really makes this block pop is the ...

Perfect for Easter festivities, this charming Easter Egg placemat pattern was designed by Jaquelynne Steves for Thermoweb.  It’s a simple, yet striking design that would look lovely on your Easter tablescape.

This placemat includes many design elements.  You will find a ribbon embellishment, patchwork appliqué, and machine stitching.  Because of the negative space, there is plenty of room for some beautiful machine quilting.  Not all designs have that.

In addition to standard quilting supplies like fabric and batting, you will need ribbon and Heat ‘n Bond which you can purchase on the website.

This is a perfect project for ...

Bunny cuteness overload alert!  Perfect for your next Easter quilt, this bunny quilt block pattern is easy to put together with the tutorial from The Objects of Design.

To make this guy you will need four different fabrics.  The cuts are not huge so this is an ideal scrap busting quilt block.  The designer has complete instructions with step by step photos included.  I find that those photos help me when I am trying out a new pattern from someone.

There are couple of things that really caught my eye with this block.  First is that his one ear is ...

Spring is just around the corner and there is no better time than the present to start planning all your creative seasonal projects! Whether you’re using your quilt for a picnic blanket (we promise that’s ok to do!) or decorating your house with floral themed wall hangings, spring is the perfect time to let your creativity blossom. Go bold with bright colors, such as vibrant sunshine yellows and meadow greens, and craft from the world around you.

If you’re looking for some inspiration to beat those winter blues ...

 I've released some new Cross Stitch Border designs for Spring.  

Designed to repeat for towel borders, these patterns can easily be stitched as a single motif for pretty little ornaments!

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