I started a new foundation paper piecing (FPP) project tonight, and I realized that I take it for granted that I have the perfect paper to print my paper piecing patterns on (try saying that 3 times fast!) If you've ever printed and FPP pattern on your home printer, you probably know that everyday printer … Continue reading 12 days of Sewing Tips: Perfect Piecing Paper
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12 days of Sewing Tips: Needle me this!
Yesterday's tip was about changing your sewing machine needle more often. One of the suggestions I had was to change your needle after every quilt. But I actually use more than one needle when I'm making a quilt, and you probably should, too! Know your needles! I'll break it down by steps in the quilt making process. … Continue reading 12 days of Sewing Tips: Needle me this!
12 days of Sewing Tips: Look Sharp!
No, today's tip isn't about having the best #memade wardrobe. Similar to yesterday's tip, it's a gentle reminder to do one of those periodic tasks that we all probably don't do as often as we should: Change your rotary blades and needles! Rotary cutters are awesome, and I can't imagine quilting without one (or 4!). … Continue reading 12 days of Sewing Tips: Look Sharp!
12 days of Sewing Tips: Take Care of Your Sewing Machines!
For the month of December, I want to give you, dear reader, some gifts. Whether you celebrate a gift-giving holiday or not, we all know that quilters have amazing generosity! So I'm going to start the month off with a series of mini-tutorials and tips that can make your quilting a little bit merrier! Today's … Continue reading 12 days of Sewing Tips: Take Care of Your Sewing Machines!
Cyber Week Sale!
Ever feel like Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Small Business Saturday, etc. all roll into a month-long overwhelming stream of special offers? Me too! I'm going to keep it simple for you! Did I mention that select items in the etsy shop are also on sale? Share if a solar system scarf, green tentacle scarf, or … Continue reading Cyber Week Sale!
Video: Live Stitch of Block 67 – Pattern Matching Slice-and-Insert method
Fussy cutting video tutorial - pattern matching Tula Pink All Stars frog fabric for a Tula Pink City Sampler quilt block
Fussy Cutting, Pattern Matching, and How to Look Like a Genius
You may be wondering HOW THE BLEEP I manage to get such precise fussy cuts and pattern matches in my quilt blocks. Here's a quick photo tutorial, where I share my tips, tricks, and favourite tools!
Free Quilt Patterns? Sign Me UP!
Update: thanks for all the enthusiastic responses! I'm looking forward to getting these patterns into your hands! I've had half a dozen quilt patterns in various stages of the publication process for the past year or so. With my longarm quilting business up and running, the pattern side of things is next on my list! … Continue reading Free Quilt Patterns? Sign Me UP!
The Red Feather Quilt
The #redfeatherquilt is a collaborative project in the quilting community across Canada to raise awareness of the tragedy of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. How can you help? Make a block!