Shannon Fraser Designs

Spreading quilty joy one stitch at a time!

  • ABOUT
    • FAQ
  • TUTORIALS
  • RESOURCES
  • QUILT ALONGS
    • Little Forest BOM
    • Mouse Trap BOM 2025
    • Shattered Star QAL
    • Winter Star QAL
  • CONTACT
  • SHOP

Mouse Trap Block of the Month Acrylic Ruler Set

December 9, 2024 by Shannon Leave a Comment

The Mouse Trap Acrylic Ruler set is here to make your cutting easier and more accurate for the Block of the Month Quilt Along with Shannon Fraser Designs. Several quilt block patterns require templates to piece them together, and these acrylic rulers will take the guesswork out! #MouseTrapBOM #quilting #quiltalong #modernquiltpattern #quiltingrulers #quiltingnotions #quiltruler

There’s going to be lots of cutting action in the Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along and here to make that task easier for you is the Mouse Trap Acrylic Ruler Set! One of the foundations of a successful quilting adventure is cutting accurately. Even being an 1/8” off, can wreak havoc when … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mouse Trap BOM 2025, Notions, Quilt Along Tagged With: Modern Quilt Pattern, Mouse Trap BOM, Sewing Notions

Mouse Trap Quilt Abstract Version 2 the Coral One

December 5, 2024 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along 2025 by Shannon Fraser Designs - this is Abstract Version 2 shown in AGF Pure Solids. This bold modern quilt pattern is so fun to explore different quilt compositions featuring the 12 different geometric blocks. #MouseTrapBOM #quilting #quiltalong #modernquiltpattern #abstractquilt

Options, as quilters we love them, right?! There’s something about having options to make a quilt your own that is super appealing. The challenge is finding a pattern that helps guide you through those options! Enter the Mouse Trap Quilt. Last week I announced the Mouse Trap Block of the Month quilt … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mouse Trap BOM 2025, Quilt Along Tagged With: Modern Quilt Pattern, Mouse Trap BOM

Mouse Trap Quilt Abstract Version 1 the Cover Quilt

December 1, 2024 by Shannon 2 Comments

Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along 2025 by Shannon Fraser Designs - this is Abstract Version 1 shown in AGF Pure Solids. This bold modern quilt pattern is so fun to explore different quilt compositions featuring the 12 different geometric blocks. #MouseTrapBOM #quilting #quiltalong #modernquiltpattern #abstractquilt

After announcing the Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along, it seemed fitting to share a dedicated post to the Mouse Trap Quilt that happens to be featured throughout the pattern, aka Abstract Version 1 the cover quilt 😉 This has been such a hard quilt to keep under wraps – ha! And a long … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mouse Trap BOM 2025, Quilt Along Tagged With: Modern Quilt Pattern, Mouse Trap BOM

Announcing the 2025 Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along

December 1, 2024 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along by Shannon Fraser Designs - I'm so excited to announce a modern skill builder! A new geometric quilt block will be released the 15th of every month. A fun new component is playing with your quilt composition! Read more up on the blog. #MouseTrapBOM #quilting #quiltalong #skillbuilder

You’re invited to participate in the 2025 Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along! If you love geometric shapes and modern abstract designs, then this is the sew-along for you 😊 The Mouse Trap quilt is intended as a skill builder to encourage you to explore different quilting techniques, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mouse Trap BOM 2025, Quilt Along Tagged With: Mouse Trap BOM, Quilt Patterns

Refracted Star Christmas Wrapping Paper

November 25, 2024 by Shannon 4 Comments

Holiday gift giving just got easier with the Refracted Star holiday gift wrap. Featuring a unique and contemporary design, this wrapping paper showcases intricate geometric patterns inspired by the beauty of starlight refracted through a prism. Available in two stunning finishes—matte and satin—this paper offers a perfect way to elevate any occasion. #wrappingpaper #giftwrap #giftseason #shannonfraserdesigns

The holidays are juuuust around the corner and, if you’re anything like me, then you’re in full-on Christmas prep mode. Gift lists have been made, presents purchased, and on their way. Now for the real fun of lighting the Christmas tree, cranking the carols, and pulling out all the festive Refracted … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gift Guides, Holidays Tagged With: Wrapping paper

What’s in Your Sewing Bag Trace Creek Quilting?

November 21, 2024 by Shannon 7 Comments

Are you ready to sneak a peek?! There's a new What's in your Sewing Bag with Lilo from Trace Creek Quilting over on Shannon Fraser Designs' blog waiting for you to see what notions she loves stitching with #whatsinyoursewingbag #sewingkit

Where are my texture lovers at?! The latest What’s in Your Sewing Bag special guest is none other than the texture-creating queen behind Trace Creek Quilting! I know how much you love the tactile feel too, and Lilo does an amazing job enhancing that feel in your quilts with her longarming skills. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: What's in You Sewing Bag Series? Tagged With: Notions, Sewing Notions, What's In Your Sewing Bag Series

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • …
  • 12
  • 13
  • 14
  • 15
  • 16
  • …
  • 94
  • Next Page »

Hi! I'm Shannon. A modern quilt pattern designer based in Montreal. My quilting journey started by stumbling upon a half square triangle tutorial and I've been hooked since. I'm now spreading that quilty joy to you! Read More…

Stay up to date

Categories

Privacy & Cookies: This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this website, you agree to their use.

To find out more, including how to control cookies, see here: Cookie Policy
Machine quilting at home is a skill that grows with every quilt you make. I’m sharing the lessons I learned while quilting my Cloud Surfing quilt on a domestic sewing machine, including planning quilting lines, working with a guide bar, basting, lighting and learning to embrace the imperfect parts along the way. #MachineQuilting #DomesticMachineQuilting #QuiltingTips #ModernQuilting #QuiltingAtHome

Machine quilting at home takes practice! See what I learned quilting my Cloud Surfing quilt, from planning and basting to building confidence one line at a time.

This finished Cloud Surfing quilt is proof that unexpected colours can create the most joyful results. Olive Oil yellow-green, bold fuchsia, rich teal, and soft blue come together in a modern curved quilt filled with movement, texture, and personality. Explore the full colour story, quilting details, and five-year journey behind this finished quilt. #CloudSurfingQuilt #ModernQuilting #QuiltInspiration #ColourfulQuilts #CurvedPiecing

Explore the colour, machine quilting and hand-stitched details of this Cloud Surfing quilt—and why every unfinished quilt has its own season.

My quilting pressing routine has become much smoother thanks to a few favourite tools. Read how a larger wool pressing mat fits into my everyday sewing setup. #WoolPressingMat #QuiltingTools #QuiltingTips #QuiltTips

A year after upgrading to a larger wool pressing mat, I’m sharing whether I still love it, how it’s holding up, and the pressing tools I reach for most.

Copyright © 2026 SHANNON FRASER DESIGNS

imunify-bot-check