I hope you’ve been saving those scraps from your favorite Christmas fabrics, because I have two new patterns that are perfect for raiding your holiday fabric bins: Juniper and Jolly! Juniper and Jolly are mini quilt patterns that finish at 18 1/2” inches square. You could display them as wall hangings or turn them into… Continue reading New patterns: Juniper & Jolly
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Free block pattern: Snazzy Snowflake
This past week we experienced unseasonably warm weather. November high temps in the 70s are rare in Minnesota. The snow we received in October disappeared quickly, and we were able to get outside to finish our autumn yard chores and enjoy the sunshine. But mother nature can’t fool me. I know that bitter cold and… Continue reading Free block pattern: Snazzy Snowflake
Pumpkin Sky pillow: A welcoming touch for my front porch
The first week of September has ushered in bright, crisp days for those of us in Minnesota. I plan to spend part of my Labor Day weekend doing some fall decorating. As a jump start, I added a few autumn elements to my front porch, including my newest Pumpkin Sky pillow. I hope you don’t… Continue reading Pumpkin Sky pillow: A welcoming touch for my front porch
Autumn pillow featuring Calico Crow by Lauren Nash for Riley Blake Designs
October in Minnesota is beautiful. For most of the month, the lawns are still green but the trees put on a brilliant show of golden oranges, fiery reds, deep rusts and regal plums. While it’s true that our temperatures begin to drop in October, the weather is typically mild. It’s the season of scarves and… Continue reading Autumn pillow featuring Calico Crow by Lauren Nash for Riley Blake Designs
Spelling Bee Sew Along: a finished pillow
Do you remember the blocks I showed you months ago for the Spelling Bee Sew Along with Lori Holt and Fat Quarter Shop? Well, I finally got my act together and completed the over sized pillow I was imagining in my mind. It feels so good to have this sweet project done, and just in time… Continue reading Spelling Bee Sew Along: a finished pillow