Earlier this month I shared my new Banded Stars pattern with you. The response to Banded Stars on social media has been terrific. It makes me happy that so many of you were drawn to that classic, two-color pattern. As I was stitching up the original Banded Stars, I wondered what it might look like… Continue reading Banded Stars: Christmas Blocks
New pattern: Banded Stars
I have a new pattern to share with you today, Banded Stars! This classic pattern features two-toned navy stars banded in a pair of Moda Bella Solids (Etchings Stone and White Bleached). I think of it as a two-color quilt . . . with dimension! I’ve been percolating on this pattern for a few years… Continue reading New pattern: Banded Stars
Quilted & Bound: A Pumpkin a Day
In July I shared a few pictures of a quilt top I finished called A Pumpkin A Day. Thanks to the speedy work of my longarm quilting friend and my own love for hand binding, this quilt is now totally ready for fall! This beautiful pattern was designed by Wendy Sheppard and was published in the Autumn… Continue reading Quilted & Bound: A Pumpkin a Day
Christmas pattern sale
Summer days are winding down, which brings about an important question . . . have you started on your Christmas sewing projects yet? I have several fun holiday patterns (table toppers, pillows, runners and quilts), which are on sale in my Etsy shop now through the end of August. Many of the smaller projects can… Continue reading Christmas pattern sale
Pumpkin Run featuring Essex Yarn Dyed Linen
Quilting brings out the squirrel in me. I see a shiny nut and think, “Oh, that’s pretty! I need that.” Moments later, I see another nut and think, “Oh wait, that’s pretty too!” Scrappy quilts set my heart on fire, but so do two-color quilts. When it comes to color, I love soft pastels, but… Continue reading Pumpkin Run featuring Essex Yarn Dyed Linen