Progress>Pride is a quilted interpretation of the “Progress” Pride flag design by Daniel Quasar. This beginner friendly pattern includes detailed, full-color diagrams and instructions, so that even a first-time quilter can confidently make a statement to show their pride!
Tutorials, Behind the Seams, etc.
Who gives a Flying Geese about perfection?
When making flying geese blocks, you have to make a personal choice to prioritize speed, efficiency of materials, or getting it to look exactly the way you want it, but it can be hard (maybe impossible?) to get all three at once. So, which two do you pick?
Progress>Pride Quilt
I recently came across an article about this beautiful design by Daniel Quasar and knew I had to translate it into a quilt. It's a pride flag, redesigned to add representation for marginalized communities. Beyond all the symbolism (more on that below), it's a striking design, which incorporates stripes, black and white, and rainbows. How could I resist??
The Magical Rainbow of Binding
I love quilty math. And math in general. But I also love efficiency. So when I'm writing up the fabric requirements and finishing instructions for half a dozen quilt sizes and going through the same calculation again and again, my need for efficiency kicks in!
Watch “Live Stitch of Block 67 – Pattern Matching Slice-and-Insert method” on YouTube
Glitch
Glitch is a bright, modern quilt inspired by “glitch art,” the serendipitous beauty that is sometimes the result of computer failures. The dynamic, striped 8” blocks come together quickly and accurately thanks to a unique foundation paper strip-piecing method, shown in detailed diagrams.
All About Glitch
A look at the design elements of Glitch, a modern quilt inspired by glitch art. The blocks come together quickly and accurately thanks to a clever foundation paper strip-piecing method, shown in detailed diagrams in the pattern.
Crystalize
Crystalize is a versatile, modern, quilt pattern. The large, foundation paper pieced block seems to shimmer and draws the viewer closer as it shifts between dark and light strips. The pattern includes detailed instructions for foundation paper piecing without wasting lots of fabric. Choose from the Grid or Medallion layout for a fat quarter friendly lap size quilt. Make a single block for a beautiful mini quilt.
The Downpour Quilt
The Downpour Quilt is the third pattern in the Lakeside Reflections Series by Geeky Bobbin. This geometric, modern landscape quilt combines simple curved blocks with strips to evoke a moment of dramatic weather. This pattern includes tips for piecing curves, so even a confident beginner can successfully make a striking wall hanging or throw quilt.
Learn to English Paper Piece
A quick English Paper Piecing project from Carolina Moore's new book. Fussy cutting tips, and how to get crisp points with EPP diamonds.