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From UFO to Done:

For the last five and a half years, I’ve been pulling out the project box for this Modern Star Quilt —sorting the pieces, laying them out, dreaming about the finish… and then carefully tucking it all away again. Every so often, I’d make a little progress by sewing a few star sets together, but it never seemed to get very far.

A few months ago, I made a promise to myself: I wanted to finally finish some of my UFOs so they could become part of the quilts I donate during the Giving Challenge ...

The Giving Challenge — Extending Grace, Stitch by Stitch

Welcome back to this month’s Giving Challenge! It’s not Tuesday, my usual blog post day, but here I am! I started November with a big list of Charity Quilt Projects to make. At the top of that list are three quilts that have been patiently waiting for their turn in the spotlight—quilts I quilted last month and am now determined to finish and bind. I’m so close, and each one means something special.

Falling Stars Quilt

This quilt has been calling my name for ages. I started this ...

Welcome to November and the Giving Challenge 2026. I am so happy you are here. For me, this month is all about reflecting and giving back. I am so blessed to have a wonderful family, friends, and all of you.

As we move closer to 2026 (can you believe it?!), I’ve been dreaming, planning, and setting goals for the year ahead. Next year is going to be full of creativity, connection, and growth, and I can’t wait to bring you along for the journey.

2026 Goals

• Teaching opportunities — If you are part of a guild, I would love ...

Of all the quilts I’ve created over the years, this Diamond Quilt Set remains one of my absolute favorites. It’s not just the end result that makes it special—though the clean and simple lines are undeniably beautiful—but the process of making it is what truly left its mark on me. This quilt was more than just a finish; it was a great learning point in my quilting journey and the reason why I love jelly roll quilts.

Where Things Began To Click

When I made the rectangles for these quilts, I figured out how to keep ...

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Over the years, I’ve grown to really love this part of the process. There was a time when I dreaded binding—and I didn’t even want to quilt my own quilts. I’d send them off to be quilted by someone else or use my sister’s longarm and do an easy Edge-to-Edge pattern. But over the last five years, something has changed. Now, figuring out a quilting plan, quilting and binding have become steps where I can pour my heart into and do it with a smile.

Ways to Quilt

There are so many different quilting options ...

Let the Quilt Shine!

This week is all about assembling your quilt top—and guess what? The hard part is done! With all the blocks made and the wings in place, it’s time to bring everything together and see your quilt take shape.

The good news? This week is pretty simple. The blocks have plenty of breathing room in the layout, so we’ll be sewing the blocks into rows, and then adding sashing between the rows, and finally adding the borders. That’s it!

But if you’re anything like me, your mind might be drifting to adjusting ...

More Birds!!

Last week in the Drift QAL, we faced the curve—and won! read more

In this months Make Modern

Inspired by my Field of Flowers quilt from last year’s Great Jelly Roll Bash, this is Wind Echoes. I am totally into pinwheel quilts and have made many different types over the years.

One of my favorite parts of the drive to California is watching the wind turbines scattered across the landscape. These giant windmills spin slowly against layered mountains. They captivate me. It might be because my parents are from Holland, but I love all things windmill-ish and pinwheels are just mini windmills.

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Tackling the Curve

Piecing a curve together might feel a little scary at first. There’s something so simple and comforting about a straight line—but a curve? A curve is definitely not a straight line. When you’re working with curves, you’re dealing with bias edges, which can stretch and shift. You’re joining two pieces that look like they shouldn’t fit together. It might even seem like you’re gathering fabric when you’re not!

And just like in life, there are many ways to do the same thing—and no single right or wrong way ...

Welcome to Week 2 of the Drift Quilt Along! This week, we’re diving into one of the most exciting parts of making a quilt: cutting all the pieces. This includes cutting curves for the birds in the quilt. This is the most chaotic step, and when organization pays off.

There are so many things I love about this pattern. First off—no flying geese (cue the happy dance!). I also love that the block includes a bit of sashing within the block itself, so we only need to add sashing between the rows. And best of all, the blocks ...

I am beyond excited to share a very special quilt with you! This gorgeous wall hanging was made by one of my pattern testers, Rachel Fields of RF Quilt Studio. It features the Drift pattern, which I’ll be hosting a Quilt Along for next month. Seeing quilts made from my patterns is such a treat—it’s truly one of my favorite things! Rachel’s quilt showcases the versatility of the design with a soft color palette that creates a beautiful contrast to the other versions I’ve shared so far.

The ...

I am totally obsessed with sardines!! They are trending big time. I have a fish keychain from Ruby Star Society, the best goofy doormat featuring a full tin of them (which my husband loves), and my favorite t-shirt is from H&M. I even found a candle at Anthropologie… and I want so much more. That obsession led me to start making some fish templates for us! I’ve already made some fish-themed charity quilt blocks and have big plans for more projects—so stay tuned. To officially kick off my sardine obsession here on the blog, I wanted to ...

What is a Quilt Along? And Why You Should Join One This July!

If you’ve ever wished for a quilting friend to encourage and even challenge you, then a Quilt Along (QAL) might be exactly what you need.

What is a Quilt Along?

A QAL starts with a host—someone who organizes the entire experience. They set the schedule, decide how the information will be shared, and, most importantly, choose the project. Every QAL is unique. In the past, I’ve hosted QALs by publishing blog posts on my website, while others have delivered details via email. The structure ...

From a Pile of Whites to Whimsical Fish

Lately, I’ve noticed an abundance of white fabric scraps piling up in my stash—more than any other color! While sorting through some focus fabrics from my Quilt Guild for charity blocks, inspiration struck. The playful cat print is the perfect contrast to a sardine-themed quilt block I’ve been wanting to make. Last weekend offered an ideal break between projects, so I took the opportunity for a little creative refresh—a “quilty jolt,” if you will. That spark led to the creation of a free quilt block pattern that’s ...

The Garden Star Series

One of my favorite creative traditions is the Garden Star Series. Every year, I release a new quilt pattern that builds upon this growing collection. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce the latest addition—Garden Star 7! This new design made its debut at QuiltCon, and I couldn’t be more excited to finally share it with you here. It is the perfect beginner quilt or a great pattern for your next quick make. Garden Star 7 includes three versatile sizes, giving quilters room to play and personalize.

A special detail I love? When you piece ...

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A Joy to Sew!

I had so much fun sewing up this quilt, called Square Up, for the Fat Quarter Shop! This brand-new pattern is simple, beginner-friendly, and incredibly satisfying to put together. Despite its ease, it has a bold, modern aesthetic that immediately reminded me of a mosaic wall—structured yet full of character.

The Fabric: Bee Garden by Gingiber

For my version of the Square Up quilt, I used fabric from one of my favorite Moda designers: Gingiber. Her collections always feel hand-drawn and filled with charm, and this latest one is no exception. From striking, oversized bees ...

Bird Quilt

There’s something magical about watching a quilt come to life—especially when it’s inspired by the graceful motion of birds. That’s exactly what Drift is all about. This pattern was born from a love of organic movement that is mesmerizing and intriguing. Flowing curves are designed to mimic the quiet elegance of birds gliding on a breeze. It’s the perfect bird quilt.

One of my absolute favorite parts of designing quilt patterns is seeing what others make with them. I’m always inspired by the color choices, fabric placement ...