"Easy Does It" lap quilt pattern featuring Grandale by Keera Job

Today I’m pleased to be a stop on the Grandale Blog Tour featuring a beautiful new collection by fabric designer Keera Jobfor Riley Blake Designs. Grandale includes a soothing range of colors, stunning florals, and terrific coordinates. Isn\'t it wonderful?I’ve made a lap quilt and coordinating pillow with this lovely fabric. The lap quilt is… Continue reading "Easy Does It" lap quilt pattern featuring Grandale by Keera Job

Quilting brings the cheer when the weather is something to fear!

The calendar might say April 7, but in central Minnesota we are still experiencing winter. Mother Nature hit us with nine new inches of snow last weekend, and the weather man is predicting more snow this weekend. Ugh!  Quilt making and decorating with quilts is my refuge as I wait for sunshine, green grass, flowers and… Continue reading Quilting brings the cheer when the weather is something to fear!

New pattern: Flower Tile, a charm pack quilt

Since ringing in the new year, I've introduced you to four new Carried Away Quilting patterns, and today we have number five: Flower Tile. This one might be my favorite. Flower Tile is inspired by the delicate symmetry found on beautiful painted floor tiles in historic homes. Thin sashing mimics crisp grout lines, while a… Continue reading New pattern: Flower Tile, a charm pack quilt

New charm pack pattern: Starry Way

Hello quilting friends! Today I’m pleased to share a new table runner pattern with you, Starry Way! This charm pack friendly pattern features dancing stars making their way among mini log cabins, both of which are so easy to construct.   Starry Way would sew up beautifully with just about any fabric collection you love!… Continue reading New charm pack pattern: Starry Way