There’s a particular kind of quiet that settles into the studio when everything is laid out just right — blocks arranged on the wall, fabric smoothed flat, the next seam waiting. And more often than not, Pips would find his way right to the center of it. Sometimes it was the quilt top I’d just … [Read more...] about Quilting with a Cat: Pips, My Quilt Quality Control Companion
Choosing Fabric for a Quilted Jacket (Simple Guide)
One of the first questions I get about quilted coats is: what fabric should I use? And honestly—it’s a fair question. There are so many options, and it can feel like you need to get everything exactly right before you even begin: It’s a lot. But the good news is—you don’t need to … [Read more...] about Choosing Fabric for a Quilted Jacket (Simple Guide)
How to Create a Spring Blue Quilt Colour Palette from Nature
A Spring Blue Quilt Colour Palette Inspired by My Walk One of the things I love most about living somewhere with four distinct seasons is getting to witness the transition from one to the next. It’s never winter one day and spring the next. Instead, the shift happens slowly. The light changes. … [Read more...] about How to Create a Spring Blue Quilt Colour Palette from Nature
How to Design Beautiful Blue and Coral Quilts
Exploring the Magic of Blue + Coral in Quilting There are colour combinations that feel exciting every single time I return to them, and blue + coral is one of those pairings that never loses its spark for me. Coral has long been one of my favourite colours—it's a shade I love to wear, to sew … [Read more...] about How to Design Beautiful Blue and Coral Quilts
Notions I Always Keep Stocked in My Quilting Studio
There are a few quilting notions I reach for so often that buying them in tiny quantities just doesn’t make sense anymore. Over the years—and after more than a few mid‑project pauses—I’ve slowly shifted toward stocking certain essentials in bulk. It’s saved me money, kept my creative flow … [Read more...] about Notions I Always Keep Stocked in My Quilting Studio
The Binding Notions I Reach for Every Time
Quilt binding is one of those finishing steps that can completely transform the look of your quilt — crisp corners, smooth edges, and beautifully stitched finishes make all the difference. When I first started quilting back in 2015, mastering binding became my personal mission. It pushed me to learn … [Read more...] about The Binding Notions I Reach for Every Time
