Several years ago, I made a simple patchwork quilt of five-inch squares for the new granddaughter of a dear friend. I was tickled to learn that the baby’s mother was using this quilt to track her daughter’s growth! Each month she took a photograph of the baby on the patchwork quilt, documenting how she stretched… Continue reading New pattern: “By the Hours” baby quilt and coordinating pillow
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Vintage Halloween Economy Blocks
I have a weakness for vintage inspired children’s fabrics. They remind me of my favorite children’s books . . . tender stories of sweet boys and girls finding adventures in their everyday lives, learning lessons of kindness, honesty, resilience and even bravery. Every illustration was a small work of art, inviting me to another place… Continue reading Vintage Halloween Economy Blocks
New pattern: Let’s Play, a fat quarter friendly child’s quilt
When I think back on my children’s early years, I remember that quilts were a big part of their daily lives. Quilts made for snuggling became fort quilts and backyard picnic quilts. I also remember how often a quilt became a play mat where Luke would line up his trucks, cars, tractors and action figures… Continue reading New pattern: Let’s Play, a fat quarter friendly child’s quilt