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Choosing Fabric for a Quilted Jacket (Simple Guide)

April 15, 2026 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Not sure how to choose the right fabric for your quilted coat? This beginner-friendly guide walks you through fabric types, weight, drape, and colour choices so your coat looks polished and wearable. Perfect for quilters transitioning into garment sewing. #quiltedcoat #sewingtips #quiltingforbeginners #fabricselection #modernquilting #garmentsewing #diyfashion #sewinginspiration

One of the first questions I get about quilted coats is: what fabric should I use? And honestly—it’s a fair question. There are so many options, and it can feel like you need to get everything exactly right before you even begin: It’s a lot. But the good news is—you don’t need to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Fashion, Quilting Tagged With: Fabric pull

How to Create a Spring Blue Quilt Colour Palette from Nature

March 31, 2026 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Struggling to choose quilt colours? This step-by-step approach shows how to build a quilt colour palette from nature using blues, value shifts, and tonal layering. Perfect for modern quilting projects. #quilttips #quiltcolours #quiltdesign #modernquilting #quiltinspiration

A Spring Blue Quilt Colour Palette Inspired by My Walk One of the things I love most about living somewhere with four distinct seasons is getting to witness the transition from one to the next. It’s never winter one day and spring the next. Instead, the shift happens slowly. The light changes. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Colour Play Tagged With: Colour theory, Fabric pull, monochromatic quilt, Quilt inspiration

How to Design Beautiful Blue and Coral Quilts

March 19, 2026 by Shannon 6 Comments

Discover why blue and coral make such a beautiful modern quilt palette. This post shares quilt inspiration, color‑pairing tips, and ideas for building your own fabric pull. Perfect for quilters looking for fresh color combinations. #quilting #quiltinspiration #quiltcolors #modernquilting #blueandcoral

Exploring the Magic of Blue + Coral in Quilting There are colour combinations that feel exciting every single time I return to them, and blue + coral is one of those pairings that never loses its spark for me. Coral has long been one of my favourite colours—it's a shade I love to wear, to sew … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quilting Tagged With: Colour theory, How to Quilt, Modern Quilt Pattern

Notions I Always Keep Stocked in My Quilting Studio

March 12, 2026 by Shannon Leave a Comment

A peek inside the quilting supplies I stock up on—thread, batting, needles, and more. These essentials keep my studio running smoothly.

There are a few quilting notions I reach for so often that buying them in tiny quantities just doesn’t make sense anymore. Over the years—and after more than a few mid‑project pauses—I’ve slowly shifted toward stocking certain essentials in bulk. It’s saved me money, kept my creative flow … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Notions, Quilting Basics Tagged With: Quilting Basics, Sewing Notions

The Binding Notions I Reach for Every Time

February 19, 2026 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Discover the must‑have notions for smooth, beautiful quilt binding. From rulers to rotary cutters, here are the tools I use in every project. #sewing #notions #binding

Quilt binding is one of those finishing steps that can completely transform the look of your quilt — crisp corners, smooth edges, and beautifully stitched finishes make all the difference. When I first started quilting back in 2015, mastering binding became my personal mission. It pushed me to learn … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Notions, Quilting Tagged With: Hand Quilting, Machine Quilting, Notions

Shattered Star in Kona Color of the Year Wander

February 5, 2026 by Shannon 2 Comments

Shattered Star quilt mock‑ups featuring Kona Cotton Color of the Year Wander. Explore ombré greens, warm tones, cool palettes, and neutral colourways to inspire your next modern quilt. Perfect for quilters who love bold colour play and geometric designs.

There’s something magical about watching a colour transform a quilt pattern you already know and love. The Shattered Star quilt has always been one of my favourite playgrounds for bold colour exploration — its dynamic geometry practically begs for experimentation. So when Kona Cotton announced … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quilting Tagged With: Color of the Year, Colour play, Half-Square Triangles, Quilt Pattern

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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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