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My Design Process – Ironing

September 1, 2015 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Rowenta iron with a stack of fat quarters and some Bleu Lavande linen spray

*This post contains affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission.  A key part of sewing is ironing.  So much so, it seems I spend more time ironing than actually sewing! Thankfully I find ironing relaxing … [Read more...]

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Friday Favourite – Miniature Bears

August 21, 2015 by Shannon 2 Comments

 *This post contains affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission. Happy Friday!!!  My week has been beyond productive and a big part has been dedicated to watching the *Creative Live Improve Your … [Read more...]

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Blueberry Jam

August 11, 2015 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Before blueberries were heralded for their antioxidant properties and health benefits, I was already a blueberry lover. The burst of freshness from these little purple powerhouses is simply delicious.  I’ll take them any way I can get em: fresh, blitzed in the blender, hidden in a muffin or mashed … [Read more...]

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Camelot Fabrics – Wildflowers Collection

July 30, 2015 by Shannon Leave a Comment

It’s amazing how life works.  Last week, I had been brainstorming new blog post ideas: one was to share some of my favourite fabric houses.  So, it was strange and exciting all at the same time when I noticed Camelot Fabrics had mentioned me in a Facebook post. … [Read more...]

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Maple Leaf

July 24, 2015 by Shannon Leave a Comment

Ever since I was a child I have always had a love of trees.  And growing up in Canada I have a special love for maple trees.   Not only are they gorgeous, full and lush, they go through a spectacular array of colour changes in autumn.  Taking a drive up North in early fall … [Read more...]

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Recharged + Sky Venture

July 14, 2015 by Shannon Leave a Comment

I’m getting back into the swing of things after taking some much needed time off.  I so appreciate being away and disconnecting, as it gives me a chance to change up my routine and open my mind to different ideas.  Every summer we head out of the city to spend my love’s birthday up at the … [Read more...]

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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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