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Sickle Quilt Block for the Mouse Trap BOM 2025

November 15, 2025 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Discover the final block in the Mouse Trap BOM! The Sickle block features bold angles and modern minimalism. #QuiltDesign #QuiltInspiration

The last quilt block in the Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along is ready for you! This month you’ll be stitching up the Sickle quilt block! Well done on stitching your Intercept quilt block last month. I know how nerve-wracking slicing into a pieced block can be, so bravo on taking the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mouse Trap BOM 2025, Quilt Along Tagged With: Mouse Trap BOM

Battle of the Minis: Which Oliso Iron Wins for Crafters

November 13, 2025 by Shannon 18 Comments

✂️ Comparing the Oliso Mini Project Iron vs. the new Mini Pro3! Which mini iron is best for quilters and crafters? Click to find out!

When it comes to precision ironing for quilting, sewing, and crafting, a reliable mini iron can make all the difference. Oliso has long been a favorite among makers, with its compact yet powerful Mini Project Iron gaining a solid reputation for its performance and portability. But now, Oliso has … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Notions Tagged With: Notions, Pressing Matters

Spinning Snowflakes Quilt – A Fat Quarter-Friendly Made with Artisan Cotton

November 6, 2025 by Shannon 2 Comments

Make your fat quarters shine with the Spinning Snowflakes quilt pattern! This modern, snowball-inspired design is perfect for intermediate quilters looking for a bold new project. #FatQuarterQuilt #ModernQuiltPattern #SpinningSnowflakesQuilt

If you're dreaming of cozy textures and modern winter vibes, you're going to love the Spinning Snowflakes quilt. This double-size stunner is fat quarter friendly and combines the beautifully soft hand of Artisan Cotton with the rich texture of Essex Linen, making it a tactile dream for snuggling and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quilting Tagged With: Essex Linen, Fat quarter friendly, Half Rectangle Triangles, Linen, Quilt Patterns, Wovens

A Whirl of Winter Magic: Spinning Snowflakes Quilt Pattern

November 6, 2025 by Shannon 39 Comments

Looking for your next modern quilt project? The Spinning Snowflakes quilt pattern is fat quarter friendly and features bold geometric design using half-rectangle triangles and snowballed blocks. Includes 6 quilt sizes and detailed instructions. Click to explore all layout options and grab the digital PDF! #ModernQuilt #QuiltPatternPDF #GeometricQuilt #FatQuarterFriendly

There’s something magical about the crisp geometry of winter — the way snowflakes spin and settle into perfect symmetry. That spark of inspiration is exactly what led to the creation of the Spinning Snowflakes quilt pattern — a modern, eye-catching design that combines playful movement with bold, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quilting Tagged With: Fat quarter friendly, Half Rectangle Triangles, Quilt Patterns

From Cake Stand to Acorn Magic: A Playful Guide to Raw Edge Appliqué

October 23, 2025 by Shannon Leave a Comment

🧵 Learn how to master raw edge appliqué with this easy step-by-step tutorial—perfect for beginners and seasoned quilters!

There’s something magical about taking a traditional quilt block and seeing it in a whole new way. That’s exactly what we’re doing today with the charming Cake Stand block—and with just a little twist (and some raw-edge appliqué), we’ll transform it into an adorable acorn motif that’s perfect for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quilting, Tutorials Tagged With: Art Gallery Fabrics, Quilt Pattern, Raw edge appliqué

Intercept Quilt Block for the Mouse Trap BOM 2025

October 15, 2025 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along 2024 by Shannon Fraser Designs - The tenth quilt block to be released is the Intercept block. This modern quilt block will have you testing out your sharp angle piecing! Read my top tips for quilting success on the blog. #MouseTrapBOM #quilting #quiltalong #angles

And just like that, you’re down to the last 2 quilt blocks in the Mouse Trap Block of the Month Quilt Along. This month, you’ll be stitching up the Intercept quilt block! A big congrats on completing your Split Moons quilt block! Itty bitty piecing and curves in one?! But you did it! I’m super … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mouse Trap BOM 2025, Quilt Along Tagged With: Mouse Trap BOM

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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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