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30 Days of Improv QAL – Week 2: Stripes

August 14, 2021 by Shannon

30 Days of Improv Quilt Along Week 2 - Stripes by Shannon Fraser Designs #quiltalong #modernimprovquilting

You’re on a rollllll!! Your improv blocks featuring the first shape challenge: squares are so inspiring! Amanda (aka @broadclothstudio) and I are over the moon impressed with your willingness to abandon all the ‘quilty rules’ and let loose! Keep it up as we dive into a new shape … [Read more...]

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How to make a quilt hanging sleeve in 8 steps

August 12, 2021 by Shannon 8 Comments

Quilt Hanging Sleeve Tutorial in 8 easy steps

Do you ever make quilts that you’d love to hang on your walls? After all, there's only so many beds you need to cover and throws you need scattered around the house before you've maxed out your surfaces. But what about your walls? One of my favourite things is to turn my quilts into wall … [Read more...]

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30 Days of Improv QAL – Week 1: Squares

August 7, 2021 by Shannon

Modern improv quilt block featuring squares from the first week of 30 Days of Improv Quilt Along challenges | #30daysofimprovqal Shannon Fraser designs

You’re amazing! We’re blown away by your enthusiasm for the 30 Days of Improv Quilt Along! Clearly, you have a mutual love for working without a quilt pattern as Amanda (aka @broadclothstudio) and I have 😊 And it's been so fun seeing you connect with your wonky side! *This post … [Read more...]

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Ultimate Quilting Thread Storage Solutions

July 27, 2021 by Shannon 1 Comment

Wicker bowl filled with large spools of Aurifil Thread in 50wt | Ultimate Thread Storage Solutions | Shannon Fraser Designs #thead #organizing

Did you ever think you’d amass enough sewing thread spools to warrant considering storage solutions for them? Neither did I!! But if you’re reading this, then you probably find yourself in need of corralling and taming your ever-growing thread collection. And that’s what today’s post is all … [Read more...]

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30 Days of Improv Quilt Along for End-of-Summer Fun

July 24, 2021 by Shannon

Art Gallery Fabrics PURE Solids I've pulled together for my 30 Days of Improv quilt along quilt - join the free quilt along and tune into your creativity | Shannon Fraser Designs #30daysofimprovqal #quilting #fabric

Did you hear? You’re invited to some end-of-summer improv fun! My quilty friend Amanda (aka @broadclothstudio) and I were chatting, and we got to talking about stitching together. Nothing too serious. Nothing too entailed. Just let loose and have some fun stitching on the daily. … [Read more...]

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What’s in Your Sewing Bag? Special guest: Michelle Bartholomew

June 29, 2021 by Shannon Leave a Comment

What's in Your Sewing Bag Michelle Bartholomew? Series by Shannon Fraser Designs #sewingkit

Keeping a well stocked sewing kit is a surefire way of making your quilting more enjoyable. Why is that? Well, for a couple of reasons. First, there’s nothing that kills my sewjo more quickly than having to hunt for a needed notion. A project will quickly come to a screeching halt if I have … [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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