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Modern improv play with L-shapes

August 11, 2023 by Shannon

30 Days of Improv Quilt Along Week 2 L-Shapes by Shannon Fraser Designs #improvquilting #quiltalong

It’s Week 2 of the 30 Days of Improv QAL and there’s a new modern improv play with L-shapes for you to explore! Last week you got started with your tool of choice and the adventure to be had with stripes! The weekly challenges build on their intensity so that you continue to level up your … [Read more...]

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How to post on Instagram for 30 Days of Improv QAL

August 4, 2023 by Shannon Leave a Comment

How to post on Instagram tutorial for the 30 Days of Improv QAL

This has been a top question from you about how to post on Instagram to participate in the 30 Days of Improv QAL. I'd originally shared this tutorial as part of the How to get ready for the 30 Days of Improv QAL blog post, but you were hunting for it and I thought a dedicated post would make it … [Read more...]

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Modern improv play with stripes

August 4, 2023 by Shannon

30 Days of Improv Quilt Along Week 1 Stripes by Shannon Fraser Designs #improvquilting #quiltalong

You’re off and cutting this week and has you diving into modern improv play featuring stripes! It’s week 1 of the 30 Days of Improv QAL and you’ve already learned lots of tips on fabric selection and getting into the improv mindset. Now it’s time to choose your tool of choice and dive in and … [Read more...]

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My Fabric Pull for 30 Days of Improv Quilt Along

July 28, 2023 by Shannon

Here's my fabric selection for the third year of the 30 Days of Improv QAL. Learn more about this free creative challenge on Shannon Fraser Designs' blog #quiltalong #fabricpull

My stack of fabric is ready, how about you?! If you’re just getting caught up, then you may have missed that we’re currently in prep week for the 2023 30 Days of Improv QAL. The 30 Days of Improv Quilt Along is a free challenge hosted by Amanda of @broadclothstudio and me @shannonfraserdesigns … [Read more...]

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See it in action – Improv Behind the Scenes

July 26, 2023 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Go behind the scenes as I pull back the curtain on my own improv play in Improv Quilting Behind the Scenes video on demand class with Shannon Fraser Designs #improvquilting

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of another maker's improvisational play? Now's your chance to see it in action in Improv Behind the Scenes! Working without a pattern can feel like you’re diving into murky waters – you know you’re going in, but you’re not sure what you’re … [Read more...]

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What’s in Your Sewing Bag Ships and Violins?

July 25, 2023 by Shannon 8 Comments

What's in your Sewing Bag? With special guest Cristina from Ships and Violins over on Shannon Fraser Designs' blog #whatsinyoursewingbag

I’ve got a new What’s in Your Sewing Bag to add to the growing series! This time you’re heading to Toronto, a hop, skip, and a jump away from where I’m in Montreal to visit with Cristina, from Ships and Violins. We originally connected on Instagram many moons ago and it wasn’t until we ran into … [Read more...]

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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…

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