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
Tag: Pumpkin Pillow
Pumpkin Run pillow in cozy autumn colors
When August rolls around, I immediately feel that spark of anticipation for all things autumn . . . pumpkins, sweaters, candles, mums, fall foliage and football. Autumn in Minnesota usually brings comfortably warm days followed by cool, crisp evenings. The heat waves are (mostly) behind us, and we’re back to sitting outdoors near a campfire.… Continue reading Pumpkin Run pillow in cozy autumn colors
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
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
New pillow patterns: Plus a Pumpkin and Dreamy Pumpkin
You all know how much I love pumpkin quilts . . . and wall hangings, and runners and pillows! There is something so satisfying about cutting, stitching and pressing my favorite falls fabrics and watching a cute autumn gourd emerge from my efforts. Simply put, it brings me happiness. I know that many of you… Continue reading New pillow patterns: Plus a Pumpkin and Dreamy Pumpkin