I like big blocks and I cannot lie!
There’s something seriously satisfying about settling in for
a sewing session and emerging with a large quilt block in no time flat. The
fact that you can turn that big block into several different projects, is just
icing on the cake!
a sewing session and emerging with a large quilt block in no time flat. The
fact that you can turn that big block into several different projects, is just
icing on the cake!
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If you haven’t seen Jemima’s work before, then you’re in for
a treat! She’s an amazing quilter, EPPer, author, and all-around sweetheart.
a treat! She’s an amazing quilter, EPPer, author, and all-around sweetheart.
Things have been pretty busy around here, but I couldn’t
resist joining this fun book tour to help a fellow quilter out! Plus, who doesn’t
love checking out new quilt books – I know I do 😉
resist joining this fun book tour to help a fellow quilter out! Plus, who doesn’t
love checking out new quilt books – I know I do 😉
So, when Jemima invited me to participate, I was IN.
INDIAN STAR MINI WALL HANGING
First up, was deciding on a project (more on that in a minute),
which was quickly followed by “What fabrics am I going to use?”.
which was quickly followed by “What fabrics am I going to use?”.
A natural progression for us quilters, right?!
Off to my fabric cabinet I went and stood there until inspiration
struck.
struck.
And what caught my eye first was this lovely linen in Eggplant. If you’ve
been following me for some time now, you know that linen has my heart. It even
snuck its way into my very first quilt.
So, it’s not surprising this would be my jumping off point. Next up was this fun
floral (which I believe is by Henry Glass but can’t be sure) that I’ve been coveting
for awhile now. I know you have those prints too sitting in your stash just
waiting for the right project. And that project was the stunning Indian Star
that completely inspired me while reading Jemima’s book.
been following me for some time now, you know that linen has my heart. It even
snuck its way into my very first quilt.
So, it’s not surprising this would be my jumping off point. Next up was this fun
floral (which I believe is by Henry Glass but can’t be sure) that I’ve been coveting
for awhile now. I know you have those prints too sitting in your stash just
waiting for the right project. And that project was the stunning Indian Star
that completely inspired me while reading Jemima’s book.
I rounded out my fabric pull with some purple and lilac and thought I was
done. Only to discover that I didn’t have enough of the lilac on hand. So, back
to the fabric cabinet I went and pulled this vibrant Wasabi.
done. Only to discover that I didn’t have enough of the lilac on hand. So, back
to the fabric cabinet I went and pulled this vibrant Wasabi.
If I had more of the linen, I would have kept on making more
and more of these gorgeous Indian Star blocks. But, I didn’t, so I did the next
best thing and turned it into a wall hanging. And you can too! Jemima cleverly
included some wall hanging projects in her book. Which means, you not only have
22 large blocks to play with, including 12 different full quilts to showcase
them, but there’s an additional 5 smaller projects, like the Indian Star Mini,
that focus on different ways you can feature those large blocks.
and more of these gorgeous Indian Star blocks. But, I didn’t, so I did the next
best thing and turned it into a wall hanging. And you can too! Jemima cleverly
included some wall hanging projects in her book. Which means, you not only have
22 large blocks to play with, including 12 different full quilts to showcase
them, but there’s an additional 5 smaller projects, like the Indian Star Mini,
that focus on different ways you can feature those large blocks.
Even better, there were instructions on how to attach a
sleeve so you can hang your mini as soon as you’re done stitching it on!
sleeve so you can hang your mini as soon as you’re done stitching it on!
And if you’ve ever wondered how to re-size your blocks to
suit a specific design or size you have in mind, then this book is for you!
Jemima walks you through step by step on how to do just that.
suit a specific design or size you have in mind, then this book is for you!
Jemima walks you through step by step on how to do just that.
But I just fell in love with this classic Indian Star block
and couldn’t resist stitching her up!
and couldn’t resist stitching her up!
In one afternoon, I had this pretty mini pulled together.
Had the binding prepared and even got the hanging sleeve made. The longest bit
was the big stitch hand quilting detail I decided to add for some added
texture. So, if you’re on the hunt for a quick project, then look no further than
this fun one!
Had the binding prepared and even got the hanging sleeve made. The longest bit
was the big stitch hand quilting detail I decided to add for some added
texture. So, if you’re on the hunt for a quick project, then look no further than
this fun one!
Did you catch the big stitch hand quilting I did on the
binding too?! It’s a recent fave way to add even more detail and texture to a
finished project – especially on minis like this one 😊
binding too?! It’s a recent fave way to add even more detail and texture to a
finished project – especially on minis like this one 😊
If you’re wondering about the backing, that was created
following an improv session inspired by the leftover trimmings from the flying
geese blocks. Waste not want not, right?!
following an improv session inspired by the leftover trimmings from the flying
geese blocks. Waste not want not, right?!
MATERIALS USED
If you’re sticking with the mini wall hanging, then you don’t
need a ton of fabric. I know many of us are always on the hunt for fun and
stylish projects to add to our repertoire that help us use up our scrap fabric
stash – this does that brilliantly! Here’s a roundup of what I used my wall
hanging:
need a ton of fabric. I know many of us are always on the hunt for fun and
stylish projects to add to our repertoire that help us use up our scrap fabric
stash – this does that brilliantly! Here’s a roundup of what I used my wall
hanging:
Floral print, I believe by Henry Glass, but not sure (unfortunately,
no longer available)
no longer available)
Indian Star pattern found in Quilt Big book
QUILT BIG BOOK TOUR
A tour wouldn’t be a tour without other amazing makers! And
this tour doesn’t disappoint 😊 Here are all the talented creatives participating:
this tour doesn’t disappoint 😊 Here are all the talented creatives participating:
28th Jan Jemima Flendt – @tiedwitharibbon – www.blog.tiedwitharibbon.com
29th Jan Melissa LeRay – @ohhowsweetco – www.ohhowsweet.com
30th Jan Ange Hamilton – @alittlepatchwork – www.alittlepatchwork.wordpress.com
31st Jan Nadra Ridgeway – @ellisandhiggs – www.ellisandhiggs.com
1st Feb Alyce Blyth
– @blossomheartquilts – www.blossomheartquilts.com
– @blossomheartquilts – www.blossomheartquilts.com
4th Feb Lauren Wright
– @mollyandmama – www.mollyandmama.com.au
– @mollyandmama – www.mollyandmama.com.au
5th Feb Aurifil – @aurifilthread – auribuzz.wordpress.com
6th Feb Amanda Castor
– @materialgirlquilts – www.materialgirlquilts.com
– @materialgirlquilts – www.materialgirlquilts.com
7th Feb Samantha Dorn
– @aqua_paisley – www.aquapaisleystudio.com/blog
– @aqua_paisley – www.aquapaisleystudio.com/blog
8th Feb Sharon Burgess
– @lilabellelane – www.lilabellelanecreations.com
– @lilabellelane – www.lilabellelanecreations.com
11th Feb Peta Peace – @shequiltsalot – www.shequiltsalot.com
12th Feb Elea Lutz – @elealutz – www.elealutzdesign.com
13th Feb Shannon
Fraser – @shannonfraserdesigns – www.shannonfraserdesigns.ca (Hi – you’re here!)
Fraser – @shannonfraserdesigns – www.shannonfraserdesigns.ca (Hi – you’re here!)
14th Feb Saija Kiiskinen
– @saija_elina – www.saijaelina.blogspot.com
– @saija_elina – www.saijaelina.blogspot.com
15th Feb Sedef Imer – @downgrapevinelane – www.downgrapevinelane.com
18th Feb Kate Basti – @katebasti – www.quiltwithkate.com
19th Feb Minki Kim – @zeriano – minkikim.com
20th Feb Ayda Algin – @cafenohut – www.cafenohut.com
There have already been so many stunning projects shared
with more sure to come! Be sure to hop over, enjoy some quilty eye candy, get
inspired and give them some love too!
with more sure to come! Be sure to hop over, enjoy some quilty eye candy, get
inspired and give them some love too!
GIVEAWAYS
You read that right – giveaways – plural!
Along with having a new book out, Jemima also curated a gorgeous
set of Aurifil Thread
– Quilt Big Aurifil Collection – to coordinate with the projects in her book, but these colours are perfect
for lots of other projects too 😊
set of Aurifil Thread
– Quilt Big Aurifil Collection – to coordinate with the projects in her book, but these colours are perfect
for lots of other projects too 😊
To celebrate her Quilt Big book release, Jemima is hosting a
giveaway of her entire Quilt Big Aurifil Collection, courtesy of Aurifl
Threads, over on her blog! That’s 12 large spools all neatly organized in a container
for easy storage. All you have to do is leave a comment over on her post here.
giveaway of her entire Quilt Big Aurifil Collection, courtesy of Aurifl
Threads, over on her blog! That’s 12 large spools all neatly organized in a container
for easy storage. All you have to do is leave a comment over on her post here.
But that’s not all!
Aurifil Threads has generously given me this set of fun pink
large spools of 50wt thread to gift to one of you!
large spools of 50wt thread to gift to one of you!
To enter my giveaway, all you have to do is leave a comment
below telling me what project you would feature these fun threads in!
below telling me what project you would feature these fun threads in!
I’ll pick a winner on Monday February 18, 2019.
<<< UPDATE – the giveaway is now closed >>>
In the meantime, be sure to snag yourself a copy of Jemima’s
Quilt Big book and
get crackin’ on some fun quilty projects!
Quilt Big book and
get crackin’ on some fun quilty projects!
Happy quilting!
xo
Shannon
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Love your mini quilt! Threads are perfect color for any Valentine's sewing! Thank you, Susan
The Indian Star definitely makes a perfect design for a wall hanging! I have the perfect place to hang on in my home! I have a baby girl quilt to make this coming spring (or sooner), so the lovely Aurifil threads would be excellent to make it really shine!
Yes those threads are definitely Valentine's sewing but they could also be Christmas sewing. It would be great for mug rugs and table runners.
Your mini is great! I have a new baby girl quilt to get to by March so those colors would be perfect! Thanks for the chance to win 🙂
samtaylorcjsmimi at yahoo dot com
Ooooo these thread colours would really go with an ombre stripe quilt that I want to make right after I get the modern Aztec quilted!
Your quilt is great. Thanks for sharing. I am in the midst of a Valentines quilt, so those threads would work perfectly for the quilting!!
Absolutely adorable Shannon – and your hand quilting is just the perfect finishing touch. Thanks for being part of the #quiltbigblogtour
Nice colors. I have the book. Saw it on Sew Sweetness
Great colors, no doubt a quilt of some kind. I like that you hand quilted as well. Nice project.
The quilt is beautiful!
I would use the threads in a quilt for my daughter since she adores pink!
I would use the thread in my Non Conformity quilt and then a spring themed quilt. Thank you!
Your Indian Star wall hanging looks wonderful! I often buy fabric I love with no project in mind. I would use the pink threads for some contrasting big stitching.
Love your mini, especially with the hand quilting. I would use the pink Aurifil to go with some fabric I just won to make an I heart you quilt that is all over IG
Beautiful quilt!
I would use the threads for some fun, bright spring quilt projects (table runner with matching place mats/coasters).
Love your mini quilt and your stitching. I have been wanting to make a pink quilt and have started collecting fabrics for it so the pink thread would be a bonus!
I have a quilt in progress that has magentas and corals and these threads would be perfect for quilting.
Luv ur wallhanging. That eggplant linen!!!!💙💙💙
I would definitely use these threads to hand quilt a boro bag I'm currently making in plums and browns!
Love your projects from this book and look forward to seeing others. These thread colors are perfect for quilt I’m planning for new grandaughter.
ooh – I'd use those threads on a quilt I am making for my sister using shirts that belonged to our dad <3
Love the mini! thanks for the chance to win
I would use it in a Spring Is In The Air lap quilt for my Mom. She’s constantly cold and so I hope something cheerful will help her a bit, and it’s such a beautiful pattern anyway ��❤️
I love big blocks, makes the tops go much faster
Love the colors! Perfect for a baby quilt.
Beautiful colors! I would love to quilt my daughter's quilt in those pinks!!
Aurifil is good no great for any projects, but I've got a pretty BOM it would work for right now. Thanks
I love this!! Such beautiful colours in your mini. That book is really intriguing – I do love big blocks and quick finishes! That pink thread would be perfect for the quilting on a quilt I just finished basting but haven’t started quilting yet!
Oh, I would use that beautiful thread to make a quilt for my new granddaughter expected this May!!! Love your wall hanging!
Beautiful quilt. I love those pink threads. I would use them for a Valentine's gift next year!
Hmmm, I have a pink quilt top that needs quilting.
I'd use the pink threads on a Valentine's project for next year.
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I love aurifil thread, I would use the pink colors
In a strawberry themed wall hanging for my kitchen