A Place Where Fabric Rules and Ideas are Quilted One Thread at a Time

Hello! I’m Susan and thank you for joining me in my cozy corner of the quilting world where Finished IS Perfect!

My Quilting Space began as a simple blog — a place to capture my quilting discoveries, and to share those “aha” moments and accomplishments in hopes that they might encourage and inspire other quilters and makers who share the love of creating.

Over time, I discovered quilts are more than pieces of fabric sewn together to create a pattern or showcase a technique. They are a way to express who we are, preserve memories, celebrate milestones, and share stories that sometimes words cannot express.

For me, quilting has always been personal. The quilts I create are often made for specific people and meaningful moments — birthdays, new babies, celebrations, and milestones.

My Mission

I want to show how quilting can be a calm and thoughtful experience where creativity is encouraged, mistakes are welcomed as part of learning, and every quilter can discover their own way of creating.

It is my hope to offer several new quilting / sewing patterns within the coming months and to those who subscribe, you’ll be the first to know when each new pattern is launched!

Whether you’re a beginning quilter or experienced sewist rediscovering your love for quilting, there is plenty of room for you at this table. You’ll find quilting and sewing inspiration, information and illustrations designed to build confidence and spark joy.

Spotlight: My First Quilt Pattern

My only regret about designing quilts and writing the accompanying pattern is waiting until now to start. Creating a quilt in reverse – write the pattern then make the quilt, gives you an entirely different perspective on the entire quilt making process.

This quilt, named “Patched & Pinned” – combining the nine patch and pinwheel designs -is primarily a study in how a pattern is written. The simple design is intentional giving primary importance to the technical aspects of the pattern. I can embellish and make it “pretty” later! A pattern like this brings with it an opportunity to bring in as much texture and depth as you’d like.

At the time of this writing, I have three more quilt designs on my workspace, each incorporating at least one (1) dimensional element such as applique, 3-D applique, foundation paper piecing (FPP), or soft embroidery to give it a unique, layered and textured style.

And, as a thank you visiting today, I’m offering this pattern for free!

Want to know a little more about what has been happening in My Quilting Space? Click the posts below or visit the Blog. It’s a great way to spend a quiet afternoon!

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