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From Chaos to Calm: My Ikea Pax Quilt Cabinet Transformation

December 18, 2025 by Shannon 2 Comments

Discover how to transform your sewing space with the Quilt Cabinet series! Part One dives into smart storage solutions, fabric organization tips, and creative ways to keep your quilting tools accessible yet stylish. Perfect for modern quilters looking to maximize space and spark inspiration every time they sew. ✨ Save this post for your next studio refresh and start building a cabinet that works as beautifully as your quilts do. #QuilterCommunity #SewingOrganization #QuiltInspiration

The Spark ✨ Every so often, my studio whispers “it’s time for a change.” For months, I’d been mulling over the idea of a proper quilt cabinet. I’m not an impulse buyer — I sit with ideas, weigh the purpose, and only commit when I know it will truly serve me. Living in a city apartment means space … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Organization Tagged With: Quilt Cabinet, Sew Organized, Sewing Studio

Finished Quilt for the Mouse Trap BOM 2025

December 15, 2025 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Celebrate the Mouse Trap BOM 2025 quilt along with this stunning final quilt reveal—modern design meets timeless stitching. #MouseTrapQuilt #BOM2025 #ModernQuilting #QuiltFinish #HandmadeQuilt

It's that exciting moment in the Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along where you finally get to see your quilt take shape! And with so many layouts to choose from, this month it's all about quilt composition play! Bravo on piecing your Sickle block last month. The simplicity of the design is … [Read more...]

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Merry Midnight Quilt Block for the Quiltmas Spectacular 2025

December 8, 2025 by Shannon Leave a Comment

✨ Celebrate the New Year in stitches! Download the Merry Midnight quilt block — part of the Quiltmas Spectacular 2025. Features curves, HSTs, and 4-patch blocks! #Quiltmas2025 #ModernQuiltBlock

It’s that special time of the year when we gather with our loved ones and shower them with goodies 😊 Hopefully, handmade goodies – ha! And just in time to help with the latter is the return of the Quiltmas Spectacular. This year, I’m super excited to reveal the Merry Midnight quilt block pattern. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holidays, Quilting Tagged With: Half square triangles, Holidays, Quilt Pattern, Quilting Curves, Quiltmas Spectacular

Ultimate Holiday Stocking Suffers Guide for Quilters 2025

November 27, 2025 by Shannon 3 Comments

Discover the ultimate stocking stuffers for quilters in 2025 — handpicked notions loved by makers. Click through to read the full guide! 🎁 #QuiltingGifts #StockingStuffers #SewingNotions

It’s the best time of the year, and popping in to make it extra festive and fun with a list of stocking stuffers approved by quilters for quilters! There’s nothing better than using a notion or tool that helps you get the quilty job done quicker and easier. Quilting is a long enough process as it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Gift Guides, Holidays Tagged With: Gift Guide, Holiday Gift Guide, Holidays, Notions

How to Stay Motivated on Big Quilt Projects: My Spinning Snowflakes Journey

November 20, 2025 by Shannon 2 Comments

Overwhelmed by all the HRT trimming in your quilt project? You’re not alone! Here’s how I stayed motivated during the prep phase of my Spinning Snowflake quilt—without burning out. Perfect for quilters tackling big quilt patterns or looking for practical quilting tips. ✂️🧵 👉 Click to read the full post on how to manage long quilting steps with ease!

Quilting is a joy—but let’s be honest, some steps can feel like a lot. When I started working on the Spinning Snowflakes quilt, the prep work looked intimidating. Cutting, trimming, piecing—it can be a lot to tackle in one go. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to do it all at once, and you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quilting Tagged With: Quilting Basics, Quilty Tip, Sew Organized

The Quiltmas Spectacular is back for 2025!

November 17, 2025 by Shannon 2 Comments

- Get ready to stitch up some holiday magic! 🎄 Quiltmas Spectacular 2025 is back with 12 days of exclusive quilt block patterns starting December 1. Sign up now and join the festive fun! #quiltmasspectacular #holidaysewing

It’s official — the Quiltmas Elves are back, and they’ve been busy in their sewing rooms cooking up something magical. After a short break, the Quiltmas Spectacular returns for 2025, and it’s merrier than ever! Starting December 1st, join us for 12 days of exclusive quilt block patterns, festive … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quilt Along, Quilting, Uncategorized Tagged With: Quilt Along, Quiltmas Spectacular

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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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