Shannon Fraser Designs

2017 Holiday Gift Guide for Quilters

November 23, 2017 by Shannon 4 Comments

It’s that time of year where gift giving is top of everyone’s mind. And sometimes figuring out that ultimate gift can be a little daunting. OK, a lot daunting if you’re a family member or friend trying to figure out what to give a quilter when you haven’t a clue what that really entails (I speak … [Read more...]

Stash Fabrics 2017 Design Star – Round 2 Voting is Open

November 16, 2017 by Shannon 2 Comments

Eeek! It’s official! I made the cut!! I’m so thrilled to have made it to Round 2 of Stash Fabrics 2017 Design Star Challenge!! And now I need your help! If you’re new to this challenge, it first started last year when Stash Fabrics launched their Design Star Club. This club … [Read more...]

Sunday Studio Maintenance: How to Clean Your Sewing Machine & Iron

November 12, 2017 by Shannon 17 Comments

When was the last time you cleaned your sewing space? Are you aware of how to clean your sewing machine and iron? When you own a sewing machine, there is inevitably some maintenance that is required to keep her purring along. Sewing machine cleaning sounds like such a daunting task. A total … [Read more...]

Hexie Stripe Quilt – And Tips on Free Motion Quilting

November 3, 2017 by Shannon 12 Comments

This project all started back in the early spring when Suzy, of Suzy Quilts, reached out to me to say she would love to see my interpretation of her Hexie Stripe quilt pattern. Suzy is just the sweetest and, although life was crazy at that time, I just couldn’t say … [Read more...]

Plus Infinity Mini Quilt – Quick & Easy Weekend Quilt Project

October 27, 2017 by Shannon 4 Comments

Are you looking for a really quick quilting project? One that you can whip up in an afternoon? Then I’ve got the project for YOU! This one won’t sit in your work in progress (“WIP”) pile. It’s OK, we’ve ALL got them 😉 It won’t require hours upon hours of cutting. You can make the … [Read more...]

DIY Quilt Label – How to Create a Custom Quilt Label

October 20, 2017 by Shannon 39 Comments

When I first started quilting, I remember hearing rumblings about the importance of labeling your quilt. I even recall attending one of my first Modern Quilt Guild Meetings with the Montreal chapter and presenting my first ever quilt and as I was walking back to my seat several members mentioning … [Read more...]