September is probably one of the most loved months of the year. We turn the page on our calendar and poof! Right before our eyes summer’s lush green begins it’s transition to shades of gold, red, yellow and brown. Last season’s oppressive heat is forgotten, the days grow shorter and the empty dates on that …
September is one of those months that has a LOT going on. For starters, September is National Sewing Month. For those of us who sew and quilt on an almost daily basis, this is just a Tuesday! But give me a reason to pull out the margarita machine and I’m in! I did a little …
If you’ve ever finished a batch of half-square triangles only to discover they’re all slightly different sizes, you’re not alone. HSTs are one of the most common quilt units, and they’re also one of the easiest to distort if you’re not careful. When it comes to HST, I’m not new to the game. But after …
Most of us learn how to quilt from the fabric up — choosing colors we love, patterns that speak to us, and layouts that feel exciting. But here’s the quiet truth I’ve learned over the past 10 years of making and admiring quilts: the quilting itself is what makes a quilt truly stand out. Not …
Fall has a way of nudging us back toward the things that feel grounding — warm colors, cozy textures, and small handmade projects that make everyday moments a little sweeter. In my sewing room, that shift always shows up in the form of seasonal makes: coasters, mug rugs, and little applique pieces that bring a …
Is it just me or have you noticed positive changes in your overall health since you began quilting? Things like improved skin tone and texture, your clothes fit better and you have a bounce in your step? Where, when and how did these changes occur? Was it the fabric? The improved lighting in my new …
And, if you are in the same love/dislike relationship with your machine as I was, read on and see if my solutions help you to love your machine again too! Remember the day your “Dream Sewing Machine” arrived inside your sewing room? In a mad hurry you opened that big box and carefully removed the …
From time to time I think we all need a break from our sewing machines and computers and immerse ourselves in a task that allows us the freedom to take our time. To be able to do work with our hands but in a calming, more relaxed pace. Embroidery, knitting, crochet and cross stitch are …
Choosing the Right Colors Choosing colors for a quilt can feel both thrilling and overwhelming. A task that initially was thrilling can quickly become burdensome and overwhelming. However, that doesn’t always have to be the case. Creating a pleasing color palette is a mix of artistic instinct, personal taste, and a little bit of color …
🧵 What Makes a Quilt an Heirloom? There’s a moment, usually somewhere between the last stitch and the first time you spread a finished quilt across a bed, when you realize you’ve made something that will outlive you. Quilts have a way of carrying stories forward — not just through their patterns and fabrics, but …
