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November 5, 2024
Happy Halloween! A Doan Family Holiday from The Cutting Table Quilt Blog - A Blog for Quilters by Quilters

By now, you guys probably know that Jenny and Ron and their family LOVE Halloween—the themed costumes, themed food, Halloween quilts and wall hangings, and the fun of getting together. This year, although Jenny and Ron are in Africa, the family kept the tradition alive and got together for another fun-filled evening.

This year’s theme was “Movies,” and let’s just say the Doans understood the assignment….from costumes all the way to themed food.

And we just love that although they don’t celebrate Halloween in Africa, Jenny and Ron couldn’t help but continue the costume ...

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October 31, 2024
A Frightfully Fun Halloween Freebies Roundup from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

A chill is in the air and there are howls on the wind, calling in all the Halloween freebies for a spooktacular roundup. Thirteen free Halloween projects and three free Halloween Quilt and Stitch Alongs await you. Keep reading… if you dare! The urge to make something is all but guaranteed to strike.

Home Decor

Creep your home looking spooky and cute this Halloween with one of these free projects! Which one will bewitch you this spooky season?

Spooky Bat Bunting

The Spooky Bat Bunting works up in two flaps of a bat’s wing and is frightening fun for ...

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Happy Halloween from Life In Pieces

 


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October 26, 2024
Spooky Bat Bunting: Free Tutorial and Template from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

The cooler weather here in Texas has us in the mood to do some hand stitching in front of the TV, bundled up under a cozy quilt, and marathoning our favorite spooky season movies. Today’s Spooky Bat Bunting tutorial is a super quick and easy one! It’s even simple enough to recruit your little ones to join in on the fun!

1. Gather Your Supplies

If you have some Halloween fabric in your stash already, you might just have everything you need for today’s project! Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 1/2 Yard of a light ...

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October 14, 2024
Free Motion Quilting – Halloween Web from I Patch and Quilt

Last year I shared a Spider Web design based on marked circles which was a lot of fun to quilt in a larger block. But did you know you can add a spider web in a border too?

Take a look at this new Halloween Web border design!

I quilted this FMQ design in a 3.5 inch high border. You can choose any size border you like, just make sure you can still see where you are supposed to line up in the centre of the spider web. On my domestic machine the maximum border height is about 4 ...

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October 10, 2024
Easy DIY Little Witch Hats Garland: A Spooky & Fun Halloween Craft! from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

It's that time of the year again! Dust off your broomsticks and polish your cauldrons, Halloween is just around the corner! Get into the spooky spirit with a quick and easy last-minute witch hat garland project with your little ones. These adorable hats are fun to make with fabric scraps or our Fabric Wonders: 10” Square Packs, and they’re perfect for decorating your Halloween festivities!

We’ve whipped up some spooky magic with our 'Spooky ‘n Witchy' premium quilting cotton collection for these adorable little witch hats! Watch our quick how-to-video and download the Little Witch Hats Garland ...

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October 8, 2024
Fletcher Bag A Quick Messenger Bag from Brown Bird Designs Quilts

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.

Sugar Skull Quilt Block for a quick and fun halloween project

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 ...

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Happy Halloween from Moda Lissa

 

Happy Halloween with Elizabeth Hartman & Moda’s Spotted Fabrics!

Hello, fellow quilting enthusiasts!

The spooky season is upon us, and I couldn’t resist diving into one of my favorite Halloween-themed projects. Today, I’m sharing the perfect combo for your October sewing lineup: Elizabeth Hartman’s Happy Halloween quilt pattern paired with the Spotted fabric collection by Moda Fabrics. Trust me—this project will have your sewing machine humming with excitement!

Why I Love the Happy Halloween Pattern

Elizabeth Hartman has a knack for bringing whimsy to quilting, and this pattern is no exception! Happy Halloween is a fun ...

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October 5, 2024
Scrappy Witch’s Hat Tutorial from Fat Quarter Shop's Jolly Jabber

Tis the season for spooks, scares, scrap-busting, and sewing! These Scrappy Witch’s Hats are a quick and frighteningly fun make for the spooky season. For our Scrappy Witch’s Hats, we’re using Charm Packs and MINI Charm Packs to make adult and child sizes so that every witch and warlock in the family can get in on the magic!

1. Pick Your Size and Scrappy Fabric

We love the scrappy look for these hats, and an easy way to get that look without dipping into your stash is to pick up a Charm Pack or MINI Charm Pack ...

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October 4, 2024
Discover the Perfect Trick-or-Treat Bag Pattern! from Craft Gossip

Are you ready to add a delightful touch of Halloween spirit to your crafting projects? Look no further! Dive into the festive world of quilting with the “Super Cute Free Trick-or-Treat Bag Pattern” by Pat Sloan. This charming pattern is the perfect companion for Halloween adventures, whether you’re attending a spooky costume party or accompanying little ones on a candy-filled trick-or-treat excursion.

Pat Sloan, a seasoned quilter and creative guru, brings her signature style and expertise to this delightful project. With her easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips, even beginner quilters can create a fabulous trick-or-treat bag that will be ...

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October 3, 2024
No Sew Pumpkin using a Fat Quarter from Patchwork Posse

Fall is in the air, and if you’re like me, you’re itching to add a little no sew pumpkin magic to your home. But instead of running out to buy a bunch of decor, how about we make something fun, easy, and budget-friendly using items you probably already have?

In today’s tutorial, I’ll show you how to make the cutest fabric pumpkin using just a fat quarter of fabric and a roll of toilet paper!

You can even bulk it up with newspaper if you want to add a little extra “oomph,” but that’s totally ...

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October 1, 2024
Sugar Skull Quilt Block from Brown Bird Designs Quilts

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 ...

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September 30, 2024
Witch Hat Quilt Block Pattern from Craft Gossip

Celebrate Halloween in style with the Witch Hat Quilt Block Pattern! This delightful design brings a touch of whimsy to your quilting projects, capturing the essence of Halloween with its iconic witch hat shape. 

Crafted with love and creativity, this quilt block pattern is accompanied by a free tutorial that guides you through the process step by step. With a little assistance from a Half Rectangle template, you can easily create this charming block and infuse it with your favorite fabrics to make it truly unique.

No Halloween quilt would be complete without the classic witch hat, and now you ...

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September 28, 2024
Free Pattern: Paper Pieced Coffin Quilt Block from Craft Gossip

The talented Jeni Baker shared a delightful free pattern for a Paper Pieced Coffin Quilt Block on her blog, In Color Order. This Halloween-themed block was born out of Jeni’s quest to find the perfect pattern for Amanda’s Buffy Quilt. Failing to find what she envisioned, Jeni took matters into her own hands and created the pattern herself, resulting in a unique and spooky design.

Initially crafted for a quilt, Jeni later adapted the block into a smaller size, perfect for a pillow to adorn her living room chair. Each coffin block, measuring 6″ square, serves as a ...

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September 27, 2024
Ghost Quilt Block Tutorial – Free Quilt Pattern For Halloween from Craft Gossip

Step into the enchanting world of Halloween quilting with the Spooky Parade series by Center Street Quilts! As Halloween draws near, join in the festive spirit by creating your own Halloween-themed masterpiece. Whether you’re an experienced quilter or just starting out, these 12″ x 12″ blocks offer endless possibilities for creativity and fun.

If you’ve been following along, you’ve already been treated to tutorials for the Halloween Bats and Jack-o-lantern blocks. Now, it’s time to unveil the final block in the series: the adorable Ghost quilt block tutorial. Don’t let the ghost’s intricate design ...

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September 24, 2024
All Hallow’s Eve Halloween Quilt – Free Quilting Pattern from Craft Gossip

The All Hallow’s Eve Quilt, crafted by Amanda in September 2016, exudes the enchanting essence of fall. As the autumn air begins to whisper its arrival, it’s the perfect time to adorn your home with festive decor, and what better way to do so than with a handmade quilt? Amanda’s creation, measuring 42″ square, holds a special place among her favorites, adding a touch of seasonal charm to her living space.

In Amanda’s home, the decor palette is thoughtfully curated, with a neutral theme in the dining/living room and vibrant pops of color in the ...

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September 23, 2024
Free Motion Quilting – Tumbleweed from I Patch and Quilt

Tumbleweed is a bully! This invasive species is classified as a noxious weed because of its detrimental effects to nature. Each plant has thousands of seeds that get spread due to the wind pushing the plant to tumble.

A tumbling spiky ball of sticks, now that is an inspiration for any free motion quilter, right?! </p>
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UFO updates from Crazy Quilter on a Bike!

Oh my --- I may have "wasted" some free time last week, and today will be a scramble to get all the stuff prepped for tomorrow morning! 

Yesterday was super productive, but I can't share anything yet with you. It was a good day, though, and I learned a ton. 

Let's chat about the UFO club. Despite the three-month hiatus since our last meeting, everyone stayed pretty productive, and lots and lots were accomplished. Few unhappy faces were handed out! 

I want to share this photo of one of the attendees' quilts with you. It was made by Linda ...

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September 20, 2024
Jack-O-Lantern Quilt Block Tutorial from Craft Gossip

Center Street Quilts unveiled a charming addition to their Spooky Parade series: the Jack-O-Lantern quilt block tutorial.

This delightful 12″ x 12″ block opens the door to a realm of creative possibilities, perfect for adorning mini quilts, pillow covers, or even crafting a festive table runner. Unlike the eerie and spine-chilling motifs often associated with Halloween, this tutorial embraces the playful and endearing side of the holiday.

Get ready to immerse yourself in the jolly spirit of Halloween as you learn to create an adorable Jack-o-lantern, complete with a cheerful smile. Let’s dive into this enchanting tutorial and bring ...

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September 15, 2024
Sunday Spotlight – THe Great Pumpkin Wall Quilt Pattern from Craft Gossip

Welcome back to our Sunday Spotlight series, where we unveil another captivating quilting pattern sourced from the diverse Etsy community. Join us as we explore unique designs, innovative techniques, and the creativity of independent artisans.

In this edition of our Sunday Spotlight series, we’re thrilled to showcase “The Great Pumpkin Wall Quilt” by ChickenScratchNY. Embrace the spirit of fall and Halloween with this delightful quilt pattern, perfect for adding seasonal charm to your home decor or gifting to a loved one.

Pattern Highlights:

  • Versatile Design: The Great Pumpkin Wall Hanging offers a fast and easy way to showcase your ...

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