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January 1, 2023
Starry Dawn Quilt and Pattern ~ New! from Curlicue Creations

A new year and a new pattern.  2023 is going to be a great year, I just know it.  This is the Starry Dawn quilt.

Starry Dawn is a log cabin variation that incorporates a star block in the middle, where the chimney fire would be in a traditional log cabin block.

The Starry Dawn pattern is available in my Etsy Shop and in select quilt shops across the USA.
It is one of the quilts I made for the Island Batik catalog.  

My son Levi, assisted with the photo session for this quilt.

I used Island Batik's new ...

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December 21, 2022
Postcard Quilt and Pattern ~ New! from Curlicue Creations

This is the Postcard quilt, one of my newest patterns.  It's featured in the Island Batik catalog.  This pattern is available in my Etsy shop. and in select quilt shops across the USA.  I used Island Batik's new Silverado Canyon fabric collection to make this quilt.  Island Batik provided the fabric for this project.

The Postcard quilt is made using two variations of this block.  It is a simple, yet lovely block to sew.  This is a good project for newbie sewists, and a fun one for more advanced quilters looking for a quick finish.

The blocks make ...

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December 19, 2022
Nectar Quilt and Pattern ~ New! from Curlicue Creations

This is the Nectar quilt, one of my newest patterns.  It's featured in the Island Batik catalog.  This pattern is available in my Etsy shop and in select quilt shops across the USA.  I used Island Batik's new Bee Hive Buzz fabric collection to make this quilt.  Island Batik provided the fabric for this project.

These are the fabrics I used from the Bee Hive Buzz collection to make the Nectar quilt.  This is one of two quilts I made with this collection.  The other quilt is Beewax.  I made it for one of my Island Batik Ambassador ...

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July 31, 2022
Tinder Box Quilt and Pattern in Quilter's World Autumn 2022 Issue from Curlicue Creations

This is my newest published work, the Tinder Box quilt.  It's a cuddly throw, perfect for the crisp Autumn evenings that will be coming up soon.

Disclaimer:  The fabric used to make this quilt was provided by Island Batik.
The Tinder Box quilt and pattern are featured in the new Quilter's World Autumn 2022 issue.  There are so many beautiful Fall sewing projects inside.  I do love Fall.  It's my favorite time of the year.  Order your copy here:  Quilter's World Autumn 2022, or look for it in your local quilt shop.

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July 15, 2022
Amber Glow Quilt and Pattern in McCall's Quilting September/October 2022 from Curlicue Creations

This is my newest published work, the Amber Glow quilt.  

The Amber Glow quilt and pattern are featured in the new McCall's Quilting September/October 2022 issue.  You can purchase a digital copy online here:  McCall's Quilting Digital Edition.  It will also be available for purchase in quilt shops beginning on July 19th.

The Amber Glow quilt is mostly paper pieced.  If you love paper piecing, this project is for you!

Here is one of the paper pieced sections before trimming.  I used Island Batik's upcoming Simply Southwest fabric collection.  This should be arriving in local quilt ...

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June 28, 2022
Quadrille Quilt and Pattern ~ New! from Curlicue Creations

This is the Quadrille quilt, my newest pattern!  It's featured in the Island Batik catalog.  This pattern is available in my Etsy shop and in select quilt shops across the USA.

Disclaimer:  The fabrics used to make this quilt were generously given to me by Island Batik.
I used the new Harvest Night fabric collection by Kathy Engle for Island Batik.  This fabric should be arriving in quilt shops now.  Just look at these lovely colors and designs.  There are a lot of pumpkins, ravens, and curly vines featured in this collection.  It's perfect to sew something cozy ...

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April 18, 2022
Spring Market Quilt and Pattern ~ New! from Curlicue Creations

This is the Spring Market quilt.  It's one of my new patterns this year.  This quilt is featured in the Island Batik catalog.  The pattern is available in my Etsy shop and select quilt shops across the USA.

Disclaimer:  The fabrics used to make this quilt were generously given to me by Island Batik.
I used the Mountain Gems fabric collection by Kathy Engle for Island Batik.  I just love the gorgeous blues and greens in this collection.  The designs on the fabrics are equally awesome.  Do you see the curly vines?  That one is my favorite.  This fabric ...

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April 12, 2022
Summer Breeze Quilt in the New Quilter's World Summer 2022 Issue and Giveaway from Curlicue Creations

This is my newest quilt, Summer Breeze.  It's sewn in soft yellow and blues, like sunshine and blue skies.

The Summer Breeze quilt and pattern appear in the new Summer 2022 issue of Quilter's World magazine.  This issue is on sale now ~ run out and get one today!  If you're feeling lucky, I'll be giving away a digital copy of this magazine at the end of this post.

I used Island Batik's Honey Blue fabric collection, plus their solid white to make the Summer Breeze quilt.  This fabric should be available in local quilt shops ...

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March 27, 2022
Pretty Pink Potholder Pattern in Annie's Quick and Easy Sewing from Curlicue Creations

Introducing:  Pretty Pink Potholder.  I made this with a combination of Island Batik Basics and Blenders Foundation fabrics.  I love the bright pinks and greens together.  I can't wait to hang this in my kitchen.

The pattern to sew the Pretty Pink Potholder is in this new Annie's Quick and Easy Sewing publication.  It's super easy to make; perfect for a beginner who is interested in trying applique and some quick strip piecing.  Let me just say as well, there are so many fabulous projects in this book that I want to try!  There are so many ...

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February 28, 2022
Cherry Tree Quilt in Annie's Two Color Quilts Book from Curlicue Creations

Photo by Annie's

Introducing:  The Cherry Tree quilt, a half square triangle (HST) adventure in pink and teal.

The Cherry Tree quilt is featured in the new Annie's book, Two Color Quilts.

Here's a few of the blocks on my design wall during construction.  I used Island Batik foundation fabrics for my project.  The pink is Flamingo, and the teal fabric is Bermuda.  I used Island Batik Almond and Solid White for the neutrals.  These fabrics are not part of a collection, and are available year round in local quilt shops. 

I quilted it in a simple ...

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February 6, 2022
Ringmaster Quilt and Pattern in McCall's Quilting Magazine! from Curlicue Creations

Photo by McCall's Quilting
 
Introducing: The Ringmaster quilt.  An intricate looking pattern made with two blocks and straight seams that gives an illusion of curves.

Disclaimer:  Products used to make this quilt were given to me by Island Batik and Hobbs Batting.
The Ringmaster quilt and pattern appears in the new issue of McCall's Quilting magazine.  It's the March/April 2022 issue.  Ringmaster is on pages 26 through 31.

This is one of the two blocks in the quilt.  It's made with a combination of half square rectangles and foundation piecing.

I was able to cut ...

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January 18, 2022
Shop Hop Quilt and Pattern in Quilter's World Spring 2022! from Curlicue Creations

Introducing:  Shop Hop!  A cute, fun, and whimsical wall hanging or lap quilt.

Disclaimer:  The products used to make this quilt were given to me by Island Batik and industry partners.

This is my second quilt and pattern that is featured in the new Spring 2022 issue of Quilter's World.  This should be available in your local quilt shops now.  Run out and get a copy before they're all gone!

I actually made this quilt a couple of years ago, for a different issue.  It ended up not being used for that one, and I didn't even ...

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January 12, 2022
Whirligig Quilt and Pattern in Quilter's World Spring 2022! from Curlicue Creations

Introducing:  Whirligig.  This bright happy quilt is ready for some springtime stitching!  

Disclaimer:  The products used to make this quilt were given to me by Island Batik and industry partners.

Whirligig is featured in the new Spring 2022 issue of Quilter's World.  This just hit local quilt shops yesterday.  Go out and get your copy before they are all snatched up!

I have two patterns in this magazine.  I'll be sharing the second quilt, Shop Hop in my next post.

I used Karen Overton's Sea Glass fabric collection for the Whirligig quilt.  This is one of my ...

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December 13, 2021
Ascension Quilt and Pattern ~ New! from Curlicue Creations

This is the Ascension quilt.  It's one of my new patterns this year.  This quilt is featured in the Island Batik catalog.  The pattern is available in my my Etsy shop and select quilt shops across the USA.

Disclaimer:  The products used to make this quilt were given to me by Island Batik and industry partners.
The Ascension quilt is a pieced quilt made from one block in three different colorways.

The center part of the quilt is framed with a gold border and finished with a blue border.

I used Island Batik's new Mariners fabric collection to ...

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