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I have always had more than one project going at a time but I don’t know if it is because of Covid or just my excitement to MAKE. I thought I would do a status check to keep me accountable.

Working on an all red version of Sheryl Johnson’s Half Square Hashtag quilt. As soon as Sheryl sent this quilt in for Sisterhood of Scraps, I knew I had to make it.

I signed up to make a sample for work. I thought this would be a fun quilt for one of my ...

Happy block 30, we’ve-sewn-all-our-blocks-day! I confess, at the beginning I wasn’t planning on sewing all 30 blocks. I planned to

We’re back for another Shortcut Quilt and this one is so our jam! We’re going back to an all-time favorite, Jelly Roll Jam and bumping it up to a Half Yard Jam for major fun! This 90.5″ square quilt will keep you cozy all year and is very simple to make. Grab your copy of the FREE Half Yard Jam Quilt Pattern and sew it in any collection for a quilt that is truly YOUR jam!

Our version of the Half Yard Jam Quilt is sewed in Homestead by April Rosenthal for Moda Fabrics. This charismatic collection ...

Welcome to my first Friday Fabric Find post!

Today's find is Flea Market Mix.

I love it! 

I have been picking up pieces and pre-cuts here and there online,

where ever I see a good price something I really like.

I think the recipe card print is my favorite.

Real recipes with the stains and fade marks.

I may have to try the sourdough pancake one soon!

I also love the richness of the colors in the focus floral print.

My photo does not do this justice.

This is Flea Market Mix @ Moda Fabrics

I love this fabric line ...

Every February, I join some dear friends for a quilt retreat on the coast of Oregon. With COVID we will not being retreating. I am bummed to miss my friends, the laughter, the stories, the food, drink and  the scenery. I will also miss the time to work on future projects. The last retreat I was working on a project using Daybreak by 3 Sisters, which is shipping to stores now. So many projects I work on I can’t really show until the fabric is available, but I can share now.

Daybreak fat quarter bundle

I  had ...

Warm-up those Jelly Rolls because National Sew A Jelly Roll Day is coming! The third Saturday of September is always National Sew a Jelly Roll Day!  Celebrate with us September 19 as quilters all around are encouraged to sew something fun and enjoy the day using one of our favorite precuts, the Jelly Roll!

On this day, quilters sew their favorite Jelly Roll quilts in new collections, and stock up Jelly Rolls for their stash. With social distancing in mind, we recommend celebrating with friends via video call or on social media. You can sew whatever you like – just roll ...

Happy Fall, y’all! We’ve got a pretty plush pumpkin tutorial for you today. With 10 minutes to spare and some Cuddle fabric, you can upgrade your plain pumpkins into glamorous no-sew pumpkin decorations to display all season long.

We made our no-sew pumpkins with Shannon Cuddle fabrics. The Cuddle fabrics make for full and fluffy pumpkins. You can use fun prints to create chic pumpkins to match your style.

Watch the Video Tutorial

Kimberly will show you how to make these quick no-sew pumpkins using just a few materials in this FREE video tutorial.

If you are reading ...

Today is Laurie Simpson’s turn to share a quilt block. Please visit Laurie’s blog to learn about her block and download the pattern.

I showed a while back that I keep the patterns and blocks in a notebook. Now my notebook is overflowing so not all the blocks fit and it is getting time for me to finally decide how I am going to set this fish mash of blocks together.

Shown above is my version of Laurie’s block along with the blocks that didn’t fit in the notebook. If you look close I ...

We’re back for another Shortcut Quilt with this beginner-friendly and deliciously charming quilt! The FREE Mini Charm Muffins Pattern offers the instructions for a 34 1/2” x 34 1/2” quilt. You can even bake a bigger batch of these muffins because the pattern includes instructions for a tablerunner, lap, twin and queen-sized quilt.

Our version of the Mini Charm Muffins Quilt is sewed in Apricot & Ash by Corey Yoder for Moda Fabrics. This fabric collection adds the perfect touch of sweet to an already delectable quilt!

You’ll need a few Mini Charm Packs to complete this ...

We’re back for another Shortcut Quilt with this beginner-friendly, and impressive-looking quilt using the fabulous Fat Quarter precut! The FREE Fat Quarter Ferris Wheel Pattern offers the instructions for a 60” x 77” quilt. Don’t worry, any quilter can get aboard this Ferris Wheel!

Our quilt features Northern Light by Annie Brady for Moda Fabrics. This collection and pattern tell such a story… a trip to the fair, and a ride in the Ferris wheel during wintertime. We can’t imagine a more perfect combination!    We also have a new video tutorial that will give you all the ...

You are invited to a Summertime Picnic! Our July Sew Sampler box is packed with ripe and juicy items that are sure to satisfy your every quilting need. Let’s unpack our basket (box) and see what we can feast on! Watch Kimberly reveal this box here.

Petite Shades of Summer Rolie Polie by Heather Peterson for Riley Blake Designs
Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive

Sway through Summer’s scents of sunflowers, gardenias and daisies from Shades of Summer by Heather Peterson! This adorable 21-piece Rolie Polie pops with all the bright reds, yellows, teals and grass greens. Every print is ...

Are you ready for a fun project with Jelly Rolls? Well, then you’re in luck! Inspired by the release of Grunge Junior Jelly Rolls, we’re sharing a pattern that uses these little gems of color-coordinated 2.5″ strips. Try this FREE pattern and tutorial for a satisfying project that you can make in one afternoon.

Supplies

To make the tablerunner, you’ll need to gather up your supplies.

• 1 1/8 yards background and sashing. We’re using 30150-101.
• 2 1/8 yards ...

The June Sew Sampler box couldn’t be any sweeter! We ‘handpicked’ a selection of new and top selling items that are sure to satisfy your quilty cravings. Let’s dig right in and see what we included this month! Watch Kimberly reveal this box here.

Orange You Glad Fat Quarter Bundle by Fig Tree Quilts for Moda Fabrics
Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive

Savor the feeling of Summer to the very last citrusy sip! This sweet selection of five orange and green fat quarters from All Hallow’s Eve and Christmas Figs II, both by Fig Tree Quilts for Moda ...

I blogged about my latest free applique’ winter quilt pattern a few weeks ago and today I want to show you how absolutely gorgeous it can turn out! I am sure you will be inspired to get ready for Christmas right now!

Photographs by Rebsfabstash.com. Used with permission.

Rebecca and Christy from RebsFabStash did an amazing job on this quilt. I originally designed Holiday Retreat with the Moda Fabrics’ Forest Frost Glitter collection. I think it would look great with any colorway and fabric collection you chose but their selection is stunning.

Applique’ winter quilt patternApplique’ winter quilt pattern ...

Be inspired to cultivate something beautiful with our May Sew Sampler box! This box will help you to grow to learn new skills like free-motion quilting! Let’s dig right in and see what we included. Watch Kimberly reveal this box here.

Petite Bloomington Layer Cake by Lella Boutique for Moda Fabrics
Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive

Welcome to a verdant valley of wild blossoms, lush meadows and sweet clover. This collection captures the rich and pure notes of Spring, with all the promise of Nature’s bounty.

In this curated selection of 20 Layer Cake squares, vivid blues, greens and ...

No need to RSVP, you’re all invited to our Sew Sampler anniversary box reveal! Whether you are brand new to Sew Sampler or have been a member since the very beginning in 2016, we are sew thankful for the support you’ve given us! It’s been an amazing journey thus far, and we couldn’t do it without you. Watch Kimberly reveal this box here.

At Home Jolly Bar by Bonnie & Camille for Moda Fabrics
Fat Quarter Shop Exclusive

Home is where the heart is, and this collection comes straight from the heart. Beautiful florals and vintage prints ...

Welcome to Blockhead’s Wednesday. If you have been following from the beginning you have visited each of the designer’s one time. Each quilter sharing a quilt block pattern, color inspiration and tips along the way and we get to do it all over again.

This week’s block and we are back at Corry Yoder of Coriander Quilts. To download the pattern, visit here.

When picking out my fabrics for this weeks block, I loved the combinations but once I got it all sewn together I was not thrilled with the choice for my center block, so I ...

These quilters all brought in quilts with soft and bright pastel colors in their fabrics. Some of the quilts are simple and some are intricate and complex. But all are sweet in pinks, sky blues, yellows and greens. I think these are loads of fun.

Oh how we miss our renters! We have not been able to have anyone or their beautiful quilts come into the shop for a month and we miss them so. But at least we still have some pictures from when they were able to come in.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice ...

Turn your fear of zippers and bags into a thing of the past. I’m here today to give you a cute, FREE tutorial for making a zipper pouch in no time flat! We couldn’t get enough of the new Canvas At Home Collection by Bonnie & Camille for Moda Fabrics. It’s such a great quality fabric that will hold up after use making it the perfect pair for this tutorial. The finished pouch measures approximately 5″ X 9″. Let’s gather our materials and get started!

1/3 yard or two 10″ squares of fabric
We used At ...