I couldn’t be more excited about something coming up next week – a new challenge!

I’ve done challenges in the past, orphan project, practically perfect… and inside the memberships I’ve hosted the mini quilt mania, pick a quilt week and more. We have a lot of fun ‘challenging’ ourselves with different themes and teaming up with other quilters during the challenge.

Back to the Escape from Stash Mountain Challenge.

This is about your stash mountains. You know what they are. The piles of patterns, paper, fabric, notions that stack up and get shifted and moved every time you ...

Learn how to make a sweet and simple baby quilt that’s perfect for beginners!

This Early Bird Baby Quilt comes together with easy strip piecing, a touch of applique, and just enough patchwork to keep it fun without being overwhelming.

Whether it’s your first quilt or you’re just looking for a quick weekend project, this one is a great choice.

Plus, it’s charm-pack and scrap-friendly, so you can use what you have and make it totally your own!

This sweet little quilt is perfect for beginners—simple piecing, a touch of applique, and a finished size ...

I had the opportunity to check out some Arrow Sewing Cabinets at quilt market and other quilt shows – and let me tell you they are incredible!

They are such a great table and if you have it in your budget you should totally check them out.

I stand when I sew… otherwise, this would be on the must have list!

I also LOVE the Arrow Sewing Chair (will tell you all about that if you scroll to the end of the article)

Arrow Sewing Cabinets: Your Sewing Space’s New Best Friend

Let’s talk about sewing furniture. I used ...

Learn how to sew a thread catcher with this free pattern that’s super scrap-friendly and perfect for using up those charm squares and leftover bits. It’s a quick, practical project that adds some fun and function to your sewing space!

Let’s be honest—if you’ve been sewing for any amount of time, you’ve probably got threads everywhere. On your shirt, your floor, your cat… you name it. That’s exactly why I love making and using a thread catcher basket. It sits right next to my machine and happily collects all those snips, clippings, and ...

If you’re like me, you love finding a project that’s just the right mix of cute, quick, and meaningful—and this little Camera Quilt Block checks all the boxes!

Using the AccuQuilt GO! Camera Block Die designed by Judy Gauthier, you’ll be able to cut out this block with ease and turn it into a charming mini quilt. It’s the perfect project to sew up and hang right next to your favorite photos of family, friends, or even those quilt retreats you never want to forget.

In the video below, I’ll show you exactly how ...

The April calendar is here! This month’s schedule is ready for you to download and use. Whether you’re planning projects, tracking progress, or just keeping up with quilting goals, having everything laid out makes it so much easier.

Take a look, grab your copy, and start mapping out your quilting time for the month ahead!

As we move into April, it’s a great time to continue organizing your quilting projects for the year. To assist you, we’re offering a free printable April calendar page from the 2025 Patchwork Planner. This calendar is designed specifically for quilters ...

For a long time, the usual way to finish a quilt was by adding a binding strip around the outer edge. But what if you don’t want to do that?

Maybe you love the look of a finished edge without an extra frame, or you just want an easy way to complete a quilt without fussing over bias bindings.

The good news? There are different ways to finish a quilt without binding, and they all result in a clean, polished finished product.

These methods are great for small quilts, baby quilts, and mini quilts, but they also work for ...

Ever press a seam and feel like it just doesn’t want to stay flat? No matter how much steam you use, those stubborn seams keep puffing back up?

That’s where the tailor’s clapper comes in—it’s like a magic wand for your ironing board. Okay, maybe not magic, but pretty darn close!

What’s the Deal with Tailor’s Clappers? And Why Quilters Love Them

Quilters have been borrowing this little tool from the garment-sewing world, and once you try it, you’ll wonder how you ever pressed seams without one.

Let’s dive into what ...

The March calendar is here! This month’s schedule is ready for you to download and use. Whether you’re planning projects, tracking progress, or just keeping up with quilting goals, having everything laid out makes it so much easier.

Take a look, grab your copy, and start mapping out your quilting time for the month ahead!

As we move into February, it’s a great time to continue organizing your quilting projects for the year. To assist you, we’re offering a free printable February calendar page from the 2025 Patchwork Planner. This calendar is designed specifically for quilters ...

Quilt Ladders are one of my favorite ways to display blankets or… my quilts!

My grandfather – Leon was a wood maker man. He had his own workshop out the back of his home where he cut and sanded a bunch of little wood projects. My mom got a great idea (this happens alot) and sent him some instructions to make 5 quilt ladders. One for each- my sister, and 2 sister in laws, me and of course herself as well.

Leon was one to please and set out to put them together. I’ve had mine for over 8 years ...

As quilters we tend to have a lot of fabric and we are very charitable – which is the perfect combination for charity quilts.

Use your stash that you’ve built up over the last little bit (or many years) and pick a pattern and sew it up for someone in need. These easy to sew charity quilt patterns can be finished in a weekend. They aren’t complicated or difficult patterns and will work for your next charity quilt.

I’ve had the opportunity to hang out with Stacey quite a bit lately. We met at Quilt Market in 2023 ...

I am so excited to be participating in Craft Organization Camp this year! As someone who has quite the quilt space evolution (aka I’ve moved too many times to mane note) I’m excited to share my best tips for storing your fabric, no matter the size.

I’ve known both Cori and Angie for years and years in the online world! They are so talented in what they do and share with other crafters. They even have a podcast! Let’s take a look at the awesome they have collected for this camp.

Join us for Craft Organization ...

Table runners are one of the easiest ways to dress up your home, no matter the season or occasion. Whether you’re getting ready for a holiday gathering, updating your everyday décor, or just want to add a pop of color, a handmade table runner does the trick.

They’re quick to sew, fun to customize, and a great way to show off your quilting skills without committing to a full quilt.

This collection of free table runner tutorials has something for every style and table size. You’ll find everything from simple, minimalist designs to more intricate patterns ...

I had the opportunity to go to the Phoenix QuiltCon – which is hosted and put on by the Modern Quilt Guild. In 2018 and 2019 I was the president of the SLC Modern Quilt guild and had a wonderful experience.

There were so many talented quilters – I learned a lot!

During my presidency I designed the Gee Bend Improv BOM, which you can see more about that here. The quilt I finished was actually hand quilted – which I don’t do very often!

I took one class – How to turn your quilt into a X-stitch. It was a lot of ...

Easter is just around the corner, and there’s nothing cuter than handmade fabric Easter baskets!

Whether you’re getting ready for an egg hunt, creating a special gift basket, or just adding a festive touch to your home, these fabric baskets are perfect.

They’re fun, practical, and reusable, making them an eco-friendly alternative to store-bought plastic baskets.

Plus, they add a personal, handmade touch that you just can’t find in stores.

This collection of over 20 free fabric Easter basket tutorials has something for everyone. You’ll find baskets with bunny ears, handy handles for little egg ...

Learn how to take your collection of squares, add a background and after sewing, you’ll get a super cute baby quilt eye spy!

I took 50 5″ squares and 50 5″ background squares and made an eye spy baby quilt! This is super cute and a great way to use those fun prints that you’ve collected over the years.

Each square gives you 2 – half square triangles, so you can search the quilt for the matching pair.

Materials Needed:

50 – 5″ x 5″ squares of fun fabric

50 – 5″ x 5″ background fabric

For the fun fabric, dig ...

This is one of the easiest heart quilts that I’ve ever made.

I’ve made this heart quilt block in the past – Heart Pillow, but after quite a long time, I made up a bunch of blocks to put together a quilt of hearts.

While I made enough to make a wall hanging, you could make more blocks to make a larger quilt.

Scroll down to watch the video tutorial – walking you through the process of sewing the block together.

It’s a quilt block sewn in an on point manor. It’s pretty simple once you get the ...

Learn how to sew hand warmers in the shape of hearts! Use felted wool and rice to sew up this quick project. Great for any season and sewing ability!

I have been using a few hand warmers lately to help with the chilly weather. The heater is on, but it’s still freezy! That’s how I feel!

I had a cute pair, but they were cooked too many times and no longer worked. It was time to make me some new ones.

For these hand warmers I used felted wool sweaters. I keep a little pile in the sewing ...

The February calendar is here! This month’s schedule is ready for you to download and use. Whether you’re planning projects, tracking progress, or just keeping up with quilting goals, having everything laid out makes it so much easier.

Take a look, grab your copy, and start mapping out your quilting time for the month ahead!

As we move into February, it’s a great time to continue organizing your quilting projects for the year. To assist you, we’re offering a free printable February calendar page from the 2025 Patchwork Planner. This calendar is designed specifically for quilters ...

There are so many quilting tools out there—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed! Walk into any fabric store, and the aisles are packed with fun gadgets and must-haves. But when it comes down to it, a few basic tools will become your go-to favorites.

These are the tools you reach for every time you sew. They travel with you to retreats, sewing days, and quilt groups. They stay right by your machine, on your table, or within arm’s reach—always ready for action!

In this article, I’ll walk you through the essential quilting tools every beginner needs ...