Shannon Fraser Designs

May is for Makers: Patterns 4 & 5

June 1, 2016 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Oh my, where has May gone?! This month has just flown by! Before May officially comes to an end, I wanted to share the last two patterns I purchased in support of May is for Makers. During these past few weeks, I've found so many amazing patterns, which has made it such a challenge to narrow down … [Read more...]

May is for Makers: Handmade Style

May 17, 2016 by Shannon 2 Comments

My third purchase for May is for Makers was a little easier this time. I have been eyeing this book, by Anna Graham from Noodlehead, for quite awhile now. Specifically, because I've been wanting to make the Market Tote. I mean it’s the cutest thing and I want one! I do have this thing with … [Read more...]

May is for Makers: Pattern 2 – Shimmer

May 11, 2016 by Shannon 11 Comments

Ok – the hardest part about participating in May is for Makers is figuring out which patterns to purchase! There are so many talented designers out there, that I just want to buy every one I see! Which I would, but then I wouldn't have any funds for the fabric. And quilt patterns without fabric … [Read more...]

Maple Leaf Blocks #quiltsforFortMac

May 10, 2016 by Shannon 4 Comments

It is just devastating to see the destruction that has occurred in Fort McMurray... mother nature can be so fierce and unrelenting at times. And these wildfires are a perfect example of that. As I've been watching the news and hearing about all the misfortune that has befallen the … [Read more...]

May is for Makers: Pattern 1 – Summer Sampler 2016

May 3, 2016 by Shannon 2 Comments

Calling all knitters, crocheters, sewers and quilters! Have you heard of May is for Makers? I started seeing the #mayisformakers tag on Instagram this past weekend and just had to check it out! Lindsey, from LR Stitched, wrote an amazing blog post about … [Read more...]

Black & Decker Professional Steam Iron Review

April 27, 2016 by Shannon 11 Comments

I've been on the hunt for a new iron for a very long time. I can’t tell you the number of hours I've spent researching irons and reading reviews. Honestly, more than I ever thought or cared to have tackled. But a good iron is essential for quilting and so I've been … [Read more...]