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Add a quilt full of beautifully braided blocks to your collection with the Easy Sashed Braids Quilt Pattern! The Easy Sashed Braids Quilt is a fun foundation paper project that will get your creative ball rolling and only takes a quick 5 to whip up. Join us for a free video tutorial, where Kimberly demonstrates how to use the 5″ Jelly Braid Paper and some simple sashing to make this quick quilt.

Easy Sashed Braids Quilt Pattern

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Foundation paper is the perfect tool for quilters looking to add intricate blocks to their quilts without all the fuss, and we have a new one to add to your quilty tool kit: Paper Roses Quilt Block Foundation Paper! Keep reading to learn all about our new favorite foundation paper from Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet Co. for It’s Sew Emma, watch the free video tutorial, and get inspired to start your own Paper Roses project!

Paper Roses Supplies

Paper Roses Quilt Block Foundation Paper is the perfect paper to show off your favorite Lori Holt collections ...

Quilt As You Go is a quilting technique that lets you make the quilt top, back, and binding all in one step! Whether you’re just starting your quilting journey or you’re looking for a project that you can start and finish at home, no longarm needed, our new Quilt As You Go Templates are for you. Keep reading to learn all about this nifty new notion and to watch Kimberly’s free video tutorial for how to make your own Big Bubble Crib Quilt using the Big Bubble Quilt As You Go Template.

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Today, we’re turning the 9″ Jelly Braid Paper into a beautiful quilt and tablerunner that work up in a flash with the FREE Braided Blues Quilt and Tablerunner Pattern! Join us for a free video tutorial, where Kimberly makes the tablerunner version and offers some handy tips for sewing on long borders that square up perfectly.

About the Braided Blues Quilt and Tablerunner Pattern

The Braided Blues Quilt finishes at 41.5″ x 56.5″, and the Tablerunner finishes at 13.5″ x 52.5″. Whichever project you pick, all you need to get started is a roll of ...

The Fat Quarter Stocking you love is getting a merry makeover with the help of It’s Sew Emma Foundation Papers! These stockings are a quick holiday project that sew up in no time and are endlessly customizable. Join us for a free video tutorial where Kimberly makes one of these stunning stockings using the Log Cabin Foundation Paper for a flair of fun.

About the Fat Quarter Stocking Flair

The Fat Quarter Stockings finish at 9.5″ x 18″ and use the Fat Quarter Shop exclusive template set for fuss-free stockings every time. Y’all loved these templates so ...

Add a beautifully braided quilted tote to your collection with the Jelly Roll Braid Tote Pattern! The Jelly Roll Braid Tote is a quick project that will get your creative ball rolling. Join us for a free video tutorial, where Kimberly demonstrates how to use the 9″ Jelly Braid Paper and some clever construction to make this beautiful bag.

About the Jelly Roll Braid Tote Bag

The Jelly Roll Braid Tote Bag finishes at 5″ x 11″ x 12″, great for storing your stitchy and quilty projects while you’re on the go! Perfect for confident beginners, this project gives ...

Foundation paper is the perfect tool for quilters looking to add intricate details to their quilts without all the fuss, and we have a new one to add to your quilty tool kit: Jelly Braid Paper! These rolls of printed foundation paper help you create continuous braided quilt rows that you can add to almost any project, and that result in very little waste. Keep reading to learn all about our new favorite foundation paper from It’s Sew Emma, watch the free video tutorial, and discover just how far one Jelly Roll and one roll of Jelly Braid Paper ...

Today, we’re showing some love to one of our favorite specialty rulers: the Creative Grids Starburst Ruler! If this ruler already has a home on your ruler rack, or you just need a little extra persuading to add it to your collection, these five projects will convince you to pick yours up and start sewing!

The Backgammon Quilt

Don’t let the plethora of points give you pre-game jitters! The Backgammon Quilt is perfect for intermediate quilters or confident beginners who are looking to sharpen up their quilting skills. Coming in at 62.5″ x 64.5″ and needing ...

Fat quarters are the perfect precut for a quick quilt project! Whether you’re looking for a last-minute gift or you have a quick quilting retreat ahead, these three fast and FREE fat quarter quilts should be at the top of your list for your next weekend make.

The Jiffy Quilt

The Jiffy Quilt is so fast and easy that you don’t even need a pattern! To make this 42″ x 51″ quilt, all you need are nine fat quarters, a solid charm pack, a binding fabric, and a backing. Once you’ve made your first block, it’s ...

For this speedy, star-spangled sew along, I’m inviting you to make a tablerunner version of the FREE Brave & True Quilt Pattern using Americana by Lori Holt for Riley Blake Designs. I’ll be sewing mine with fabric from the Fat Quarter Bundle of Americana, and the fun kicks off today, Wednesday, April 9th. Keep reading for the fabric requirements, schedule, and all the quilty details on how you can sew along with me!

Fabric Requirements and Supplies

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The Stars & Gingham Tablerunner may look like it’s no picnic to piece, but join Kimberly for a free video tutorial where she breaks it down into simple bite-sized pieces! Plus, with the help of 1.5″ Half Square Triangle Paper and a strippy shortcut for the gingham, your blocks will be point-perfect. Get ready for your guests to be starstruck at your next backyard bash with this FREE Stars & Gingham Tablerunner pattern!

About the Stars & Gingham Quilt

This pattern finishes at 18.5″ x 54.5″, perfect for adding a twinkle of color to any tablescape. With the help ...

Our hearts are full to bursting with excitement for this new sew along! The Woven Hearts Quilt Pattern has us all aflutter, and with the Woven Hearts Sew Along this October, you can join us as we highlight the importance of community and support for those facing the life-changing diagnosis of breast cancer.

The Woven Hearts Quilt measures 70.5″ square and is designed using the Woven Star Foundation Paper Pads. We made our quilt with the Dainty Meadow collection by My Sew Quilty Life for Moda Fabrics! You can reserve the Woven Hearts Quilt Kit and Backing Set to ...

Create a kaleidoscope of colors with the Full Color Quilt! The Full Color Quilt is vibrant and playful. Join us for a free video tutorial, where Kimberly demonstrates how to use the 12″ Economy Plus Foundation Paper to craft colorful blocks.

About the Full Color Quilt

This quilt pattern finishes at 60.5″ x 72.5″, perfect for adding a splash of color to any space. It’s both approachable and enjoyable like the pot of gold at the end of a rainbow, so it’s perfect for beginners and experienced quilters alike. You can recreate our design with ease ...

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend! The Black Diamonds Quilt is elegant and fun. Keep reading for a free Black Diamonds Block tutorial where Kimberly shows how to use the Half Rectangle Trimmer to make diamonds and stars.

About the Black Diamonds Quilt

This quilt pattern finishes at 60.5″ square and is suitable for confident beginners. You can make your quilt just like ours by picking up the Black Diamonds Quilt Kit, which includes the Black Diamonds Quilt Pattern, Half Rectangle Trimmer, and Create by Alli K Designs for Moda Fabrics. 

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The Snail Trail block was created in 1935, but the swirling shape and intricate piecing can make it daunting, especially for new quilters. Snail Trail Foundation Paper will have you creating those hard-to-make blocks quickly and perfectly!⁠

Video Tutorial

Today Kimberly is showing how to make this block without going as slow as snails! Watch the video for the tutorial, tips, and tricks for an easier time using foundation paper piecing.

This new foundation paper pad come in two sizes, 6″ and 12″. It’s beginner-friendly and gives you simple measurements and cutting directions to achieve point-perfect and impressive blocks ...

We decided a trip to the ‘Flea Market’ was in order this holiday season and who knows vintage better than Lori Holt!! Lori is an avid thrifter and is known for transforming the old into the new. The December Sew Sampler box is bursting with beautiful and classic items which are sure to get you into the mood to MAKE!

Petite Flea Market 10″ Stacker by Lori Holt for Riley Blake Designs
Sew Sampler members got it first!

Let’s go on an adventure through a flea market, revealing new treasures at every turn! This collection captures the delight of ...