I’m back from my first QuiltCon 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia! This event seems to bring out strong feelings in quilters. Whether you attend in person or follow along virtually, it can be an overwhelming event. I’ve certainly felt that way over the past 8 years that I’ve followed the event from … [Read more...] about Modern Quilter’s First Visit to QuiltCon 2023
Lodgepole Tree – Block 11 of the Little Forest BOM
Eek! Can you believe this is the second to last block to be revealed in the Little Forest Block of the Month quilt? The time is flying by but the quilty fun continues with the Lodgepole Pine tree quilt block. Your quilting confidence and capabilities have been growing with each new tree block … [Read more...] about Lodgepole Tree – Block 11 of the Little Forest BOM
Raw Edge Appliqué Quilted Heart Mug Rug FREE Pattern
The day of love is just around the corner, and I know this holiday can sneak up on you (as it tends to do to me!). This is why I'm so excited to share my go-to quick-make that every quilter should have in their quilty back pocket: the raw edge appliqué quilted heart mug rug! If you're thinking … [Read more...] about Raw Edge Appliqué Quilted Heart Mug Rug FREE Pattern
Best Hand Creams for Quilters Recommended by Quilters 2023
Do you suffer from dry cracked hands? Then this is the post for you as today I'm rounding up the best hand creams for quilters as recommended by quilters in 2023! If you quilt there’s a high chance your hands have gone through periods of scaly, tender, and painful times. This rings even more true … [Read more...] about Best Hand Creams for Quilters Recommended by Quilters 2023
Poplar Tree – Block 10 of the Little Forest BOM
It’s the official countdown to the end of the Little Forest Block of the Month quilt along with only 3 more blocks to go! This month, you’ll be stitching up the Poplar tree quilt block 😉 But first, a quick recap of what you’ve learned so far in the Little Forest Block of the Month Quilt Along … [Read more...] about Poplar Tree – Block 10 of the Little Forest BOM
What’s in Your Sewing Bag? Special Guest: Ally Ryde
It’s time to sneak a peek inside a modern maker’s sewing bag in the latest What’s in Your Sewing Bag series! Grab a hot cup of coffee and settle in as you head to Italy to see what's inside Ally Ryde's sewing bag! Since I’ve never been to Italy and I don’t believe Ally has been to Montreal, you … [Read more...] about What’s in Your Sewing Bag? Special Guest: Ally Ryde
