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Big Stitch Hand Quilted Pin Cushion

February 21, 2017 by Shannon 3 Comments

Looking for a creative way to use up fabric scraps? Try making a big stitch hand quilted pincushion like this one—crafted from leftovers of the Playtime quilt with the Playground fabric collection. It’s an easy, meaningful scrap sewing project that turns small pieces into something beautiful and useful. Great for beginners and seasoned quilters alike!

Ever need to break free and just have a fun sewing session? Well, this is exactly what this adorable big stitch hand-quilted pincushion was all about for me! A fun, no hassle, give things a trim and just go with my gut kind of a sewing session. That's what today's post is all about - sewing for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Notions, Quilting Tagged With: Art Gallery Fabrics, Fabric Scraps, Hand Quilting, Notions, Pincushions

Love All Around – Quilt Block – Valentine’s Day Quilting

February 14, 2017 by Shannon 2 Comments

It’s the day of love! And what better way to commemorate it than quilting up a little token of love and appreciation?! I’m not one for going all out on Valentine’s Day. For me, it’s all about the small gestures that I cherish the most. And that’s exactly how I show my love too! A special dinner … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Hand Quilting, Love All Around, Modern Quilting, Quilting Community

Call to Action – Quilts for Québec – Free Quilt House Block Pattern

February 9, 2017 by Shannon 4 Comments

This post is about the good a community can do in a time of need. We’ve seen our quilting community rally after the Fort McMurray fires, and saw it again following the Pulse club shooting. This time it’s my local Montreal Modern Quilt Guild that has put out a Call to Action. They are asking for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Free Quilt Block Pattern, Montreal Modern Quilt Guild, Quilting Community, Thoughtful

January Blocks Roundup of 52 Weeks with The Quilter’s Planner

January 31, 2017 by Shannon 2 Comments

I love challenging myself with new techniques and some of the quilt blocks featured this past month in the 52 Weeks with the Quilter’s Planner sew along were no exception. First up was the Unnamed block designed by Jane Armstrong of Jolly and Delilah. I loved the movement of one side of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: 52 Weeks with Quilter's Planner, Camelot Fabrics, Modern Quilt Blocks, Modern Quilting, Quilt Block Patterns, The Quilter's Planner

Scandinavian Quilted Mug Rug

January 24, 2017 by Shannon 7 Comments

quilted mug rugs make the perfect gift for the holidays #holidays #quilting

I have been in quilted mug rug heaven since the weekend!  It all started when I picked up this fun fabric by Camelot Fabrics (quelle surprise!!).  Not your typical holiday fabric print – which I love.  And figured it would come in handy for some holiday projects. In a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holidays Tagged With: 2017 Finish-A-Long, Gift Ideas, Hand Quilting, Modern Quilting, Pretty & Practical

Strawberry Quilt Block – The Honey Pot Bee

January 18, 2017 by Shannon 4 Comments

I am a total strawberry lover. Have been ever since I was a kid. In fact, anything strawberry, especially lip balm, is my fave! Even before I found Lip Smackers, I was gifted a strawberry flavoured lip balm that was just my jam!  I loved it and wish I still had it J And remember those itty … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Bee Block, Modern Quilting, Quilting Community, The Honey Pot Bee

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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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