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In this WIP Wednesday episode Vanessa will be:

– making an Octagon Throw Pillow Top with her 10” Slicer ruler

– sharing tips for cutting your own 10” x 10” fabric squares

– sharing tips for using her exclusive 10” Slicer Ruler

– explain why she loves glue basting for angled cuts

For the FREE step-by-step video course on how to make the Octagon Pillow from start to finish you can watch the videos here: https://craftygemini.com/10inchslicer/

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Welcome to the world of creative sewing and endless possibilities with our collection of free fat quarter toy patterns! Whether you’re an experienced seamstress or just starting your sewing journey, these free fat quarter toy patterns are designed to inspire your imagination and bring joy to your crafting.

Fat quarters are a beloved staple in the sewing community, known for their versatility and affordability. I’m sure you have plenty of them just waiting for something cute to sew up!

In this curated selection of patterns, we have harnessed the charm of fat quarters to create a delightful array ...

 No sign of a groundhog in about a month now. Also my hummingbirds have disappeared. Yesterday, the geese flew overhead with their familiar wild honking. I never tire of watching their beautiful v's cross the sky. 

LeAnna at Not Afraid of Color's new prompt has to do with our favourite spices. Recently I was here, a rare spot for me to be.

Are you finding yourself with a large collection of fat quarters? It’s time to get using them!

You are going to love these fat quarter quilt patterns – there are over 10 to help you explore the possibilities and options when it comes to using your fat quarters.

Don’t be afraid to mix and match them (they don’t all need to come from one line of fabric or manufacturer). Buying fat quarters is pretty easy and usually I pick them up one a time (unless they are in a precut bundle). My stash is loaded with different designs ...

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Hello my friends! I hope you have been well. It’s been a little while since I posted. Things have been a little crazy over here, but things are always a little bit crazy over here.

It’s hard to believe there are only 90 days left until Christmas! And I know some of us started making Christmas quilts back in the summer.

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My good friend Pat Sloan is hosting a quilt ...

This past week, I was able to move other projects along and find a day to make a few cradle quilts. I combed through some of my project bags with leftover bits from other projects, like this one with HSTs left over from Scrap Dance Quadrille. I had enough to do some pinwheel blocks.

I sewed the pinwheel blocks, practicing my seaming through the ‘x’ for sharp points.

Adding some large yellow squares, I laid out the elements for web method construction.

This makes the assembly go very fast.

In short order, I had the block done.

Pulling another bag ...

In the world of quilting and crafting, every fabric enthusiast knows the allure of fat quarters. These neatly folded squares of fabric, typically measuring 18×22 inches, are like miniature treasure chests, each holding boundless potential for creative projects. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or a sewing novice, the allure of fat quarters lies not just in their vibrant colors and intricate patterns, but also in the promise of endless possibilities.

But, as any fabric collector can attest, with great fabric comes great responsibility—responsibility in the form of proper storage. There’s nothing more disheartening than reaching for ...

I fell in love with this panel from QT Fabrics as soon as I saw it! The colors are so rich!

The panel by Gina Jane for QT Fabrics, measures 36″ x 42″ including the frames. I cut my strips 3.25″ to yield 5″ finished hexies. The 6 panels yielded 165 hexies.

This block was created by fellow Certified Instructor, Sonny Dewitt. He is so creative. He used Deb Tuckers Geese on the Edge Technique Sheet and Wing Clipper Tool to make the Geese on the Edge units & then trim the square units using the Star 60 Tool to ...

 When I entered the finish of my portraits quilt on my spreadsheet, I noticed how far behind I am in my very easy goal of finishing more quilts than I start this year. As the weather is turning cooler, I know that I need to make some fast progress towards my goal.

I have pulled out my Tuxedo Vest quilt since it looked like it would be a quick finish. It took me a while to search out what I had named this quilt.  The name will change, but I haven't come up with a new name. 

It turns ...

One of the most popular ways of buying fabric is fat quarters. These little chunks of fabric make it so easy to mix and match in your projects, to gather a variety of styles, designs and colors and really make using your stash simple.

You may find yourself more in collection mode and not using mode when it comes to your fat quarter pile or collection. Easy to buy – so let’s make them easy to use.

Here we have gathered enough ideas of what to make from fat quarters to get you from collecting to sewing.

The sky really ...

Keeping your fabric in your sewing room can be tricky. There are quite a few different options- shelves, drawers, containers… but in the end if you don’t have a closet to close the door and hide it all, you are left with showing everyone who visits your full fabric collection.

Here’s some new fat quarter storage ideas to keep your fat quarters organized and while totally in sight, it makes the fabric collection look beautiful.

Fabric Organization and Storage Ideas

Check out this beautiful use of a large box storage unit here.

Sterilite drawers are great for storing ...

I love anything goes scrappy quilts for donation projects. You never know exactly how they will turn out.

A great pattern for this sort of quilt is the Potato Chip block. All you need is a big pile of scraps cut into 2-1/2″x4-1/2″ rectangles.

You can even use scrappy binding scraps to finish.

My husband has said that my quilts are energy efficient. I assumed he was referring to my use of scraps. Nope! He says they are energy efficient because no one needs a night light since they practically glow in the dark. I’m taking ...

Quilting is a craft deeply rooted in tradition, history, and sentiment. Each quilt will always tell a unique story, woven with love and care. Among the vast array of quilt patterns, the Double Wedding Ring stands as a symbol of enduring love and commitment. It is traditionally made as a wedding gift, as it is a complex design, it takes time and effort to make it, so a wedding is just the right occasion to gift it!

The Double Wedding Ring quilt pattern has a rich history dating back to the early 20th century. Its interlocking rings symbolize the unbreakable ...

This week was rather busy as I got myself organised to teach 2 workshops in Glasgow. I had 3 customer quilts to complete, hand-outs to prepare and some samples to produce. I drew several examples of quilting designs and laminated them until my aged laminator decided to swallow some whole. I tried taking it apart but I decided it was a lost cause. I think in future I might actually stitch the examples as well for reference. 

I stopped in Dundee on the way to Glasgow to visit the Tartan Exhibition at the V&A. It was a really diverse ...

And then after Tracy alerted me to this I found one of my patterns that I submitted to Quiltmaker by the seller referenced in Tracy’s post. I designed a quilt.Hours of work designing and getting the color to work for the quilt top.Selected fabric for said quilt.Cut said fabric up, pieced and quilted it while… Continue reading Help a Quilter, or 100+ Out

This fall inside the Patchworkers Plus membership we are beginning the yearly Mystery Quilt Along – Sea Glass.

It’s a great quilt for using up your stash!

You’ll be digging through your stash for some background, lights, darks and mediums.

Don’t worry about keeping with the blue, green, teal theme of the example – have fun with our colors and explore a new combination.

While I can’t share the full quilt… here’s a jumbled look at a little bit of it.

You ready to use your stash and have some fun?! Join here.

Here’s the schedule ...