Have you ever tried a quilting technique and thought “this is the pits” and forever banned it from your quilty repertoire? I’ve been there! For me, that technique is needle turn appliqué. I’ve tried it several times and, while I love the ultimate results, the actual act of needle turn … [Read more...] about Needle Turn Appliqué Wall Hanging and Why Thread Basting was a Game-changer
Reflections Quilted Wall Hanging Featuring Upcycled Fabrics
Don’t you love it when you have all the materials you need already on hand for a quilty project? Me toooooooo! It means you can go from idea to actually making in no time flat – love that! It’s even better when those fibers happen to be scraps! You know I have a thing for scraps. What … [Read more...] about Reflections Quilted Wall Hanging Featuring Upcycled Fabrics
Ultimate Aurifil Thread Shopping Guide | 45+ stores to source your thread
On the hunt for quality 100% Egyptian cotton thread? I’ve got you covered! One of the top questions I get asked is where to find Aurifil Thread. I so feel your pain because it took me awhile to find them too. When I first started quilting, I didn’t have a clue about thread. I thought thread … [Read more...] about Ultimate Aurifil Thread Shopping Guide | 45+ stores to source your thread
What’s in Your Sewing Bag? Special guest: Xanthe from Wife-Made
It’s time for another What’s in Your Sewing Bag? Today we’re heading down under to visit my very hilarious and super talented quilty friend Xanthe from Wife-Made. If you’re on the hunt for inspiring quilty projects with a side of chuckles, then you should definitely checkout … [Read more...] about What’s in Your Sewing Bag? Special guest: Xanthe from Wife-Made
Shattered Star Quilt the Blue & Coral Artisan Cotton Version
How long do your quilts stay basted for before you tackle the quilting? I generally try and get my quilts basted shortly after piecing the top. This approach usually keeps me progressing in the quilt journey. If I leave the basting for too long, the quilt top is more likely to get folded up and … [Read more...] about Shattered Star Quilt the Blue & Coral Artisan Cotton Version
Improv Landmark Quilted Wall Hanging
What’s your favourite way to use up fabric scraps left over from your quilt projects? Mine is to dive into an improv quilting session, let loose and just have fun with the trimmings 😊 It’s always an adventure and quilty challenge to see what can be made out of those cuttings. I know it can … [Read more...] about Improv Landmark Quilted Wall Hanging
