I'm so excited to share the Throwing Darts Quilt Pattern today! This is the Pattern of the Month for August and features my new fabric line - Spotted for Riley Blake designs! I designed this quilt as a way to showcase the prints from Spotted. I put so much love into each print and I wanted a quilt pattern to show them each off with. Get the pattern here! I used the Butterflies print with the black background to create a high contrast to the lighter prints that comprise the arrows or darts. Spotted is shipping now (or soon!) and is ...Continue Reading
Spotted Fabric for Riley Blake Designs
Today I'm introducing my new fabric line for Riley Blake Designs! It's called SPOTTED and it's basically spotted fabric with some fun florals, leopards, moths and more! This post contains links to order the fabric and project inspiration. I have SO many plans for this fabric and I'm excited to show you what I've already made! I was inspired mostly by spotted moths, which are naturally gorgeous! Anything black and white has my heart, so that became the first print! I wanted to tie some leopard in, so I started with the leopard print ...Continue Reading
half square triangles 8 at a time chart
My favorite way to make Half Square Triangles (HSTs) is the 8-at-a-time or "magic 8" method. This post includes a tutorial to make 8 half square triangles at a time, along with a half square triangles 8 at a time chart download. Print it out and go crazy with HSTs! Some people call this the "magic 8 method" because it is so quick and does feel magical, especially if you have been sewing them two at a time! This method is my favorite way to make half square triangles, especially when I'm using them for star blocks since you need so ...Continue Reading
How to Make Half Square Triangles + HST Cheat Sheets
In this tutorial I will show you how to make half square triangles 4 at a time and provide hst cheat sheets for you to download and print! Half square triangles (HSTs) are a 2 color block that can be used to create so many modern quilt patterns! Half square triangles are one of my favorite quilting techniques and they can be used for so many things. Half Square Triangles the easy way! Want a video walk-through? Sign up for Learn to Quilt and learn this technique plus a whole bunch more to start your quilting journey right! Use code ...Continue Reading
twisted headband pattern – DIY fabric headband
This twisted headband pattern is fun to sew. It's a great scrapbuster sewing pattern and only requires a little bit of elastic. So it's fun to add a cute accessory to make a messy topknot or ponytail look more intentional and a great way to show off your cute fabric! The twist headband is made with two pieces of fabric that loop in the middle, creating a little knot. It's fun to play with fabric this way and you'll love making these! The twisted headband pattern will be your new go-to gift and scrap buster! There are two ...Continue Reading
Desert Diamond Quilt Pattern featuring Spotted Fabric!
I'm excited to release the Desert Diamond quilt pattern at Pattern of the Month! This quilt is super modern, bold and so fun to create with your favorite fabrics! And I always love a good triangle quilt! The Desert Diamond pattern is a lap/throw size measuring about 40" x 52.5". It is made with diamond shaped templates which means it comes together fairly simply and quickly! About the Desert Diamond Quilt Pattern PDF PatternLap size: 40" x 52.5"Template quilt with printable templates includedGreat for showcasing bold ...Continue Reading
DIY Dobby Costume for Kids with Pattern
If you're putting together a Harry Potter group costume you may need an easy DIY Dobby Costume! This tutorial has you covered with a Dobby dress tutorial and printable ear patterns for a headband or bonnet. This house elf costume is easy to make and so cute! I think everyone loves Dobby even though he's sneaky! We added a spare sock to the side of the Dobby dress - this Dobby has been freed! If you are looking for more Harry Potter costumes, check out this easy fleece HP robe pattern! And see the Hedwig Snowy Owl Costume post ...Continue Reading
Harry Potter Scarf Pattern – No Sew Gryffindor Scarf
If you need a quick last-minute costume, just throw this EASY, no-sew Hogwarts scarf over a black coat or dress! You'll instantly look like a Hogwarts student with this Harry Potter scarf pattern! The DIY Harry Potter scarf is made of fleece and can be created in any house color scheme! DIY Harry Potter Scarf I love the bold Gryffindor scarf because it totally makes the homemade Harry Potter costume! Just add a pair of HP glasses and wear all black from your closet for a low-cost and SUPER FAST costume! Of course, if you want a ...Continue Reading
DIY Harry Potter Costume – House Robe Pattern
Make your own DIY Harry Potter Costume for any house with the house robe pattern. This robe pattern works for Harry, Hermione, Ron, Draco, Luna Lovegood and more! This simple Harry Potter costume is great for a group and simple to make. The DIY Harry Potter Costume is made for kids size around 8-14. If you need a larger or smaller size, you can trace the pattern down or draw your own similar pattern. Harry Potter House Robe Materials Gryfinndor Patches (affiliate links)Ravenclaw Patches (great for Luna Lovegood!)Slytherin Patches ...Continue Reading
Toddler Owl Costume – No Sew Hedwig Costume
There is nothing cuter than a baby owl for Halloween and this no sew snowy owl costume is a quick last-minute project! The toddler owl costume makes a great Hedwig to add to your Harry Potter family costume! You can really make this costume in any size, just adjust the yardage and supply amounts! There is a free template included in this post that will fit most toddlers and even small children. Just add white pants or tights and a white undershirt to this easy costume. I love the Harry Potter group costume theme so much because you ...Continue Reading
Wide Quilt Backing Fabric List – The BEST fabric for quilt backing!
Wide quilt backing fabric is ultra-wide fabric designed specifically to back your quilts! This fabric is so wide - usually about 108" wide to cover your whole quilt with just one piece. Wide Quilt Backing Fabric Wide quilt fabric is called "wideback" fabric. Your local quilt shop probably carries some in their store! Just ask for the quilt backs or wide backs. Want to learn quilting basics? Sign up for my video course, Learn to Quilt! The course is full of tricks for perfect points and straight squares, giving you a solid foundation as ...Continue Reading
