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Best of 2022: Your Top 10 Favourite Blog Posts

December 30, 2022 by Shannon 6 Comments

Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs #bestof #quilting

Can you believe that’s a wrap on 2022? The year just flew with all the quilty fun and stitching to us busy! One of my favourite things to do is to look back on the projects that resonated the most with you. So, today I thought I’d round up the Best of 2022: Your Top 10 Favourite Blog Posts!

Working backwards from the number 10 spot to your all-time favourite, let’s see what your favourite projects were in 2022!

Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs: from picking fabric for your quilted coat, to seeing what notions other makers stock in their sewing kit, the Best of 2022 has you covered!  #bestof #quilting

#10 2-at-Time Half-Square Triangles

Ah, a good ol’ tutorial always hits the quilty spot! I’m so thrilled to see this tutorial coming in handy for you. The 2-at-a-time HST method is a handy one to have in your quilty back pocket.

2-at-a-time Half-Square Triangle Tutorial - part of the Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs #bestof #quilting

#9 3 Tips on How to Pick Fabric for Your Quilted Coat

Beige linen and orange Hovea coat featuring the Etched Diamond Quilt x Hovea Pattern Extension.

I shared my top 3 tips on how to pick fabrics for your own quilted coat and that made the Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs #bestof #quilting

Narrowing down a colourway for a quilt is one thing but selecting a fabric pull for a quilted garment you plan on wearing, now that’s an entirely different ballgame. Read my top 3 tips on how I select textiles for my own quilted coats.

Video on Demand Quilted Coat Course featuring the Hovea Coat + Etched Diamond Quilt x Hovea Coat Pattern Extension #howtoquilt #memadefashion

#8 3 Things to Consider Before You Rip a Seam

Mistakes happen its par for the course when you’re creating regularly. But sometimes it’s best to just leave the mistake rather than risk making it worse. Knowing when to pull out your seam ripper vs. when to leave things as is, will help you prevent making the situation worse.

Colour Theory Dresden Flowers - this was part of the 3 things to consider before you rip a seam blog post and it's part of the Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs #bestof #quilting

#7 What’s in Your Sewing Bag Saija?

Saija's cutie sewing bag she shared as part of her guest post in the What's In your Sewing Bag series.

That post is part of the Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs #bestof #quilting

Saija never fails to inspire me with her gorgeous creations. Whether she’s quilting or photographing her surroundings, she has a keen eye for style. Which is why I’m not surprised you were so taken with her guest spot in the What’s in Your Sewing Bag series 😊

#6 What’s in Your Sewing Bag Village Bound Quilts?

I see you love a good sneaky peek too! This series is a labour of love, but your excitement for it keeps it going, and I’m thrilled that Tiffany’s adorable sewing bag made the list of your favourites.

Tiffany's adorable quilted zip pouch she shared as part of her guest spot in the What's in Your Sewing Bag series.

That post is part of the Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs #bestof #quilting

#5 Quilting Notions You Need in Your Quilt Kit

My improv sewing kit and needle book I created to keep all my essential notions I'll need while quilting on the go. 

That post is part of the Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs #bestof #quilting

Notions, tools, and sewing bags seem to be a common theme for 2022! I get it, these are the items you work with on the daily, so finding the right one is key. It’s always so helpful to see what other makers rely on to create their gorgeous work. This post gives you a peek at the essentials I keep in my own sewing kit.


#4 30 Days of Improv QAL is Back!

It warmed my heart to see so much interest in the return of 30 Days of Improv Quilt Along for a second year! Amanda and I have the best time pulling this free sew-along together for you and the fact that you rise to the occasion makes it that much more special.

The Art Gallery fabrics I played with as part of the 30 Days of Improv QAL 2022.

That post is part of the Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs #bestof #quilting

#3 4-at-a-Time Half Square Triangles Tutorial + Math Sheet

How to make HST using the 4-at-a-time Half-Square Triangle Method + a math cheat sheet so you know what starting square size to cut!

That tutorial is part of the Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs #bestof #quilting

HSTs are making another appearance in your Top 10 favourite blog posts! Knowing the different ways to create half-square triangles makes it super easy for you to come up with new quilt designs on your own. Click here to see the 4-at-a-time HST tutorial and grab your free HST math sheet!

#2 Introducing the Little Forest Block of the Month Quilt Along

The Little Forest Block of the Month Quilt was the first ever skill builder I’ve ever designed and your excitement for the modern tree quilt block patterns has been so encouraging!

It’s been such an honour to help you expand on your quilting skills by designing modern quilt blocks that use different quilting techniques in each. Variety is the spice of life and new quilting techniques keep you advancing in your quilt journey.

The Little Forest Block of the Month quilt along I announced back in May 2022 is on of the Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs #bestof #quilting

#1 Refracted Star

The #1 blog post of 2022 is the Refracted Star quilt block designed for the Quiltmas Spectacular!

That's become part of the Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs #bestof #quilting

You blew me away with your love for the Refracted Star quilt block pattern! This is such a fun modern quilt block design that has you doing a deep dive into half-rectangle triangles. I know these can be a little tricky to stitch up at first, which is why I pulled together a step-by-step HRT tutorial for you! The fun designs you can create with this one block is super inspiring and I can’t wait to see you work your quilty magic!

Rounding up your favourites for 2022 with the Best of 2022: Your top 10 favourite blog posts by Shannon Fraser Designs #bestof #quilting

For more quilty inspiration, check out:

  • Best of 2021
  • Best of 2020
  • Best of 2019
  • Best of 2018
  • Best of 2017
  • Best of 2016

The big question is, did your favourite make the Best of 2022: Your Top 10 Favourite Blog Posts?

Thank you so much for being here! I absolutely adore being connected with you on our quilting journeys. I feel honoured every time you like something, leave a comment or send me a note (those are the best!). It truly warms my heart and makes my day that we get to inspire one another. Thank you, thank you! I can’t wait to do it all again with you in 2023!

Happy quilting!

xo

Shannon

PS I’m linking up over on Meadow Mist Designs with the rest of the Best of 2022 linky party!


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  1. Yvonne says

    December 30, 2022 at 11:59 am

    Tutorials really do seem to hit the spot for lots of readers. I love following along and seeing what you create and I look forward to a lot more quilty goodness in 2023. I wish you and your family all the best for next year!

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    • Shannon says

      January 9, 2023 at 1:43 pm

      You’re just the sweetest, Yvonne! I hope you and your family had a lovely holiday and hope 2023 is already off to a great start! Look forward to seeing all the goodies you share this year too!

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  2. Pat Cacace says

    December 31, 2022 at 8:51 am

    Looking for the pattern or the instructions to make the the Triangular sewing bag. Can’t seem to find any information on that project on the blog.

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    • Shannon says

      January 9, 2023 at 1:44 pm

      So thrilled you like the triangle pouch, Pat! I’m hoping to have a pattern for the pouch available later this year – fingers crossed!

      Reply
  3. Cheryl Brickey says

    December 31, 2022 at 4:24 pm

    It was wonderful seeing these tutorials and quilts from 2022 again, thanks so much for linking up!

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    • Shannon says

      January 9, 2023 at 1:44 pm

      Aw, thank you so much, Cheryl! It’s always fun to pop in and see what everyone has been sharing throughout the year. Love participating in your linkup!

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