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5 Ways to Procrastinate Better from Prairie Moon Quilts

So far this year I’ve finished 3 quilts and another 3 quilt tops. How have I been so productive?

Well . . . it seems that all of them were simply a product of my innate ability to procrastinate. Three of them just needed quilting and binding, two of the tops just needed borders, and the third top just needed the blocks set together.

As My Cowboy tells me: “You put the PRO in procrastination!”

Which gave me a chuckle, and reminded me that I wrote this post many years ago, and it’s still SO me. So I thought I’d ...

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Heart Garland...and Tutorial from May Your Bobbin Always Be Full

I started playing around with hearts this week:

No pattern...just an idea

I wanted to work through...

Before I knew it I had a heart garland

to hang on a mantel or wall or window, etc.

I pawed through the fabric cupboards

and found some pinks...

so made another Heart Garland...

These are FUN and don't require

a lot of your fabric or your time...

I hung them up on the design wall

for a photo shoot...

I turned my back and there were FOUR !

I ended up making SIX Heart Garlands

and already gave two of them ...

added by LuAnn Kessi 6 days, 6 hours ago. under fun , garland , inspiration , tutorial

LuAnn Kessi Highlights...2024 from May Your Bobbin Always Be Full

Highlights...2024

Click on the link above each image

to see the entire blog post

January 2024

Moose Quilt Top

February 2024

Migrating Geese

March 2024

First Calf Born of the Year

Mary Jane has the first calf born this year !

Baby's name is....MaryLu

April 2024

May 2024

June 2024

July 2024

New York Beauty Quilt

August 2024

Wapiti Wedding Quilt

September 2024

Christmas Quilts...DONE

October 2024

Autumn Leaves Table Runners

November 2024

Tote Bags

December 2024

Medallion Star Quilt

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added by LuAnn Kessi 3 weeks, 3 days ago. under fun , inspiration

Team Work... from May Your Bobbin Always Be Full

She began sewing on my Bernina

when she was 4 years young...

She is now 10 years of age...

She came over during her Spring Break

in April and pieced the star...

She came back over the Summer and

finished piecing the quilt top...

We will team up to complete the Quilt:

I basted it and completed the machine quilting...

She has been busy playing volleyball

and basketball...

She has quilted small projects so far,

but nothing this large...

This is the backing fabric she chose...

I completed the binding last week...

The Raiders Quilt is completed,

all wrapped up ...

added by LuAnn Kessi 1 month ago. under fun , inspiration , traditional quilts

Oh the Weather Outside is Blowing on Off the Wall Friday from Creations - Quilts, Art, Whatever by Nina-Marie Sayre

Presque Isle, Lake Erie, PA

Living on the shores of Lake Erie is always an adventure in the winter. You never know what the weather is going to do. Last year, we got 25" of snow all year. This year, we doubled that in 3 days. Yes, there are parts of the county that got 50" or more of snow this last week.

But we live in Erie County so we take it all in stride right? Well you would think, but when your authorities declare a state of emergency and have all non essential workers to shelter in ...

added by Nina Marie 1 month, 2 weeks ago. under inspiration , off the wall fri

The Quilting Experience from Prairie Moon Quilts

My bestie, Victoria Findlay Wolfe, has a new book out. It actually came out in September, but I took time to read all the way through mine before posting about it. It’s so wonderful!

It’s called “The Quilting Experience: A Celebration of Community and Patchwork Patterns”.

This book is a lovely, hard-cover book with soooo many stories included. Stories from quilters about why they quilt, how they got started, special projects they’ve made, what quilts mean to them, fun they’ve had at quilting events or in quilting groups, and so much more.

And there are lots ...

added by prairiemoonquilts 2 months, 1 week ago. under inspiration , longarm quilting , quilts , reviews , studio news (Comments)

Acorn Candle Mats... from May Your Bobbin Always Be Full

Acorn Candle Mats

This is an acorn coaster pattern...

I enlarged it and changed the shape a bit...

I pulled these homespun fabrics

from the cupboard...

Before too long I had an

acorn candle mat completed...

I had a great deal of fun using these

homespun fabrics...

Trying out different color combinations...

It was hard to stop...

I just had to keep cutting them out

and stitching them together.

I rounded up a few candles

to try them on for size...

Acorn Candle Mats...

Great for gift giving this autumn.

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added by LuAnn Kessi 2 months, 3 weeks ago. under fun , inspiration

Pumpkin Candle Mats... from May Your Bobbin Always Be Full

Another FUN pattern from

Fig Tree & Co.

Pumpkin Candle Mats

I am using 5 inch Charm Squares...

Beautiful autumn fabrics...

These were a lot of FUN to play with...

I machine quilted a grid across the

top side of the pumpkins...

Before long, your table is full of

Pumpkins

They are the perfect size to use as

Candle Mats or Coasters

You can find the Pattern HERE

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May Your Bobbin Always Be Full,

LuAnn Kessi

added by LuAnn Kessi 3 months ago. under fun , inspiration

Acorn Garland... from May Your Bobbin Always Be Full

This is a very FUN and FREE pattern from

Fig Tree & Company

Acorn Garland & Coasters

I am using 5 inch charm squares...

The charm squares are cut in half and

pieced into fronts or top sides for the acorns...

One charm pack made 16 acorns...

You trace the acorn shape onto freezer paper

then iron the freezer paper to your fabric

and trace around the shape...

If I were to make these again,

I would only put one small square

of fabric for the bottom of the acorn...

I was having so much FUN making these

that I forgot to ...

added by LuAnn Kessi 3 months ago. under fun , garland , inspiration

Inspiration Friday from Humble Quilts

If you are in the Humble Quilts Facebook group (here) you likely have seen many of these.

I hope you are inspired!

In Spain I saw so many beautiful tiles. And since we were on the coast blue and white were predominant!

A patchwork of tile patterns!

A quilt shop! I was unable to stop as I had already hiked up a big hill and there was no easy way to get back to it.

My main reason for going to Spain was to hike the Cami De Ronda. See more historical info HERE

(Not to be confused with the ...

added by Lori 3 months, 1 week ago. under inspiration , spain , travel

NEW Floral Elements & the versatility of the Disappearing Quilting Block from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

Adorn your projects with the beauty of nature through our cherished “Floral Elements” fabric blender collection, now expanded with eight stunning new pastel hues! Each fabric showcases a captivating large-scale floral motif, perfect for adding elegance and sophistication to your creations.

This season, we're excited to present a cohesive palette of eight stunning pastel tones, each inspired by the serene beauty of nature's changing seasons. These calming yet vibrant colors are carefully balanced to complement your unique designs

To spark your creativity, we've designed two stunning projects using the versatile Disappearing Block technique. This block beautifully showcases ...

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Summoning the Wind on Off the Wall Friday from Creations - Quilts, Art, Whatever by Nina-Marie Sayre

I really think it's important to feed your inner creative soul. I know that sounds "artsy", but it's true. I think after preaching this so much at home, my husband has finally gotten it. That's why I wasn't shocked when he dragged me out to the Erie Museum to see the latest exhibit, Summoning the Wind, by Qian Li.

The Erie Art Museum was never this powerhouse in the art world. Lately, though, I can see that it's upping its game bringing in some really nice exhibits as well as developing its own. Qian ...

added by Nina Marie 3 months, 2 weeks ago. under abstract , art show , inspiration , off the wall fri , transparency

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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The Astrodelic Challenge is ON: Showcase Your Quilting Talents and Win Exciting Prizes! from Art Gallery Fabrics-The Creative Blog

Calling all quilting enthusiasts! Have you ever wanted to showcase your quilting skills while diving into a fun and creative challenge? Our Astrodelic Quilt Challenge is here to offer you just that!

The Astrodelic Challenge isn't just about making beautiful quilts; it's also about the excitement of competition and the joy of creativity. Our most popular beginner-friendly pattern uses the strip piecing technique, making it easy to create blocks as a canvas for your imagination. It's perfect for a relaxing weekend project or anytime you want to add your personal style to each stitch and seam. You ...

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Solstice Sampler from CaliQuilter

A group of talented quilt designers that I am sure you recognize, i.e. @ broadclothstudio, @lynsavenue, @the weekendquilter, @sewspcious, @benmillett, @mrsporfiria, @jennbquilts, @quiltallthethings, and @coronado.quilt co will be hosting a free modern Solstice Sampler from October 14, 2024 through December 16, 2024. See the image preview of the quilt above. If you are interested in […]

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Another Idea on Off the Wall Friday from Creations - Quilts, Art, Whatever by Nina-Marie Sayre

Anybody who has been paying attention would know that the last 6 months, I've been a bit obsessed with my new job. Let me just say that Customer Service is not for the weak at heart...but...if you love your product and you love working with people, it can be really fun. Not to mention throw in a nice work environment and a touch of technology and its really is fun.

That all said, my creative side is slowly but surely coming back to life. I've had this idea baking in the back of my brain for ...

added by Nina Marie 3 months, 3 weeks ago. under creative process , inspiration , off the wall fri , thrifting

Fused Applique Using Chiffon from CaliQuilter

This small art quilt is fused applique using chiffon, an applique technique I learned from Esterita Austin. Using a line drawing of an iris, I pinned a piece of white organza over the top of the drawing. Organza, like chiffon, is very transparent so the drawing is easy to see. Starting with the petal at […]

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added by caliuser 3 months, 4 weeks ago. under inspiration

Pears & Cattle... from May Your Bobbin Always Be Full

The Cowboy planted a Pear Tree

a few years ago...

Now...every September

I find myself doing this !

The Cowboy brings a box of pears in

each morning...

This is my pear processing center...

the kitchen will stay like this until

the pear tree is done.

The Cowboy usually helps peel the pears,

but today is he out hauling firewood.

We started feeding cattle this week...

this is the first bale of the season.

The pastures have dried up and

the cows are beginning to wander

looking for feed...

The cattle are on Open Range...

not fenced in,

so ...

added by LuAnn Kessi 4 months, 1 week ago. under cattle , cows , farm , home , inspiration

What It’s Like to Judge a Large, International Quilt Show from Christa Quilts

I recently returned from my trip teaching – and judging – at Pacific International Quilt Festival, which took place in Santa Clara California in July of 2024. The quilts of course were amazing, and my students were well prepared for success!

Click here to see images of all the winning quilts.

Best Mid Century Modern Quilt: Retro Living by Tami Graeber

For the record I am NOT a certified quilt judge, but I’ve had many years experience entering my own work into quilt shows. I’ve also volunteered numerous hours in judging rooms as a scribe or quilt handler, and I ...

added by Christa 5 months, 1 week ago. under challenges and contests , fabric , inspiration , machine quilting , quilt events (Comments)

Summer Color... from May Your Bobbin Always Be Full

Now that hay season is over,

I am trying to spend some time

in the flower beds...