Hello quilting friends! Over the past couple years, I’ve particularly admired two intricate and cheerful quilt patterns designed by Lori Holt & It’s Sew Emma: The Quilted Witch Pattern and The Quilted Scarecrow Pattern. Thanks to social media postings, I’ve watched many of you sew up these darling characters, and I’ve been so tempted to… Continue reading New project} The Quilted Snowman
Tag: Essex Yarn Dyed Linen
Finished Pumpkin Run pillow
Hello quilting friends! I’m popping in today to share photos of my finished Pumpkin Run pillow. If you read my August 3 blog post, you’ll recall that I’ve used my Pumpkin Run table runner pattern to make a quick and easy autumn pillow. I’m really pleased with how she turned out. I love these warm… Continue reading Finished Pumpkin Run pillow
New pattern: Frosty Forest
Last year as I was taking down my Christmas decorations after the holidays, it occurred to me that I have a lot of Christmas quilts but not many winter quilts. The winter season is LONG in Minnesota, with snow and bitter cold lasting well into March and sometimes even April. So, I began scheming and… Continue reading New pattern: Frosty Forest
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