The Ohio Star is one of my favorite quilt blocks to sew. It's such a classic block that is easy and fun! Today I am sharing an Ohio star quilt block tutorial with easy instructions. I wrote about the Quilts of Valor program this summer - it's an awesome program matching quilters and quilts with veterans! Read more here. While a whole quilt may seem like a big project to take on, especially during the holidays, sewing just 1 quilt block only takes a few minutes! So the Sew4Good December Challenge Calendar includes sewing quilt blocks! ...Continue Reading
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10 Free Quilt Patterns
I have shared a few free quilt patterns over the years and today I wanted to round them all up so you can find a new quilt project to tackle! These patterns are simple and fun. These 10 free quilt patterns include some that use measurements and some template quilts. The Modern Ombre Triangle Quilt The Modern Ombre Triangle Quilt is the cutest modern bold quilt for a baby nursery. You can use any color scheme to make this quilt! It's great for a beginner quilter. You're a Gem Quilt The You're a Gem Quilt is made with ...Continue Reading
house quilt block advent calendar
I'm so excited about our new advent calendar made with a house quilt block! This is a new bonus pattern for October's Pattern of the Month - the Christmas Village Advent Quilt! This is the bonus pattern just for Platinum subscribers! You can sign up for just $19.99/month or get 2 months free with a yearly subscription! After November 1, the pattern will be available here in the shop! Each house has a clear button at the top. Starting December 1st, you can add a felt wreath to the top of each house as a countdown to Christmas. By the time ...Continue Reading
Christmas Patchwork Quilt with Santa Clause Lane
I'm so excited to share my new Christmas patchwork quilt! This is my first homemade Christmas quilt and I can't wait to snuggle it all winter long! As I am writing this, it's August and I have my A/C blasting, but I knew if I wanted a Christmas quilt this year I needed to start early. Projects like this always slip away from me - so there is no better time to start sewing a Christmas throw! (And feel free to laugh at the flip flops in this photo! Apparently, I really need to do a shoe check before my husband and I go out to photograph, ...Continue Reading
Quilt pattern of the month – the Banff Quilt
Pattern of the Month is all new today and this is the quilt pattern of the month - the Banff Quilt! This quilt is so quick to make and packs a bold, modern punch! Sign up for Pattern of the Month here! You can choose to get 1, 2 or 3 patterns each month - quilts, bags and mystery patterns! Check out this month's Bag Pattern and this month's Mystery Pattern! I had so much fun designing this quilt with a few of my favorite solid cottons. The dark yellow in this quilt is Butterscotch from Riley Blake, it's my current favorite solid ...Continue Reading
Sew4Good: Quilts of Valor + The Americana Quilt
I'm really excited to tell you about this new Sew4Good Project: Quilts of Valor! Quilts of Valor is an established organization that provides patriotic quilts to veterans and they are always looking for sewers! So here is a post with all the Quilts of Valor info, including how to get started, quilt requirements, fabrics to use, pattern links and more! Quilts of Valor was started by a mother who noticed her son struggling with PTSD after returning from military service. A quilt may not cure PTSD but the love and appreciation that is ...Continue Reading
the Chloe Quilted Clutch Pattern
I'm excited to introduce the Chloe Quilted Clutch Pattern as this month's Bag Pattern of the Month! This bag pattern is so fun to sew with a quilted top flap! The Chloe Clutch can be a crossbody bag or a date night clutch! I used a jelly roll for the quilted flap, which turned out to be a perfect use for the roll I've had sitting for years! I listed all the fabrics used in these purses below in the materials section. The back of the purse has a pocket for slipping essentials in - like pens or a cell phone! This project is ...Continue Reading
Thanks for holding my quilts Quilt Greeting Card
I wanted to make a special funny Valentine for my husband this year that paid homage to his willingness to hold my quilts! He is such a good sport when it comes to helping me with my crafts (and generally not being mad when thread and fabric take over) and I know many of you have someone in their life that plays that "quilt holder" role! So this quilt greeting card says 'Thanks for holding my quilts' and you can make it just in time for Valentine's Day to show your appreciation! This card is sort of like a general thank you for ...Continue Reading
Cricut Gift Guide for Sewers and Quilters
This Cricut Gift Guide is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. Cricut has so many awesome supplies that sewers will love! Here's my top 12 list - you may want to add one or two of these to your Christmas list! The Cricut Maker The Easy Press Mini Easy Press Mat - Polka Dot Cricut Access Subscription 12" by 24" Acrylic Ruler Cricut Sewing Kit Decorative self-healing mat Designer Fabric Bundle Machine Tote Essential Tool Set FabricGrip Mats ...Continue Reading
NEW PATTERN! The Farmhouse Quilt PDF Pattern!
November's Quilt Pattern of the Month is the Farmhouse Quilt! This quilt was so fun to design, I love stars and love all the lines of and diamonds you can see in this fun pattern! The Farmhouse Quilt is the perfect quilt for a fun color palette, I used 2 pinks, a purple, a grey and 2 basic prints (polka dots and gingham). Riley Blake Swiss Dots Black on white is the fabric I used for the background. I use this fabric all the time, it's probably my favorite basic ever! The Farmhouse Quilt is the first QUILT pattern for Pattern of ...Continue Reading
Rainbow Baby Quilt with Cricut
This post, Rainbow Baby Quilt, is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. I had so much fun creating this rainbow baby quilt pattern and I think it's the perfect gift for a rainbow baby! The rainbow baby quilt pattern is free to download and surprisingly fast to sew! The best part is choosing the fabric colors. The rainbow has 4 colors plus a background so you can get creative. Use standard ROYGBIV or go pastel or choose another color scheme! It's all up to you! I used Cricut ...Continue Reading
