Last year in late fall, I was let in on a little secret . . . ~ Joanna Figueroa of Fig Tree & Company would be releasing a new Christmas fabric collection for Moda in the spring of 2018. (Yippee!) ~ AND, the talented folks at It’s Sew Emma, Fat Quarter Shop’s pattern company, were… Continue reading "Christmas Figs" book giveaway with Fat Quarter Shop
Tag: wall hanging
Custom kits featuring Christmas Figs by Fig Tree & Company
It’s the middle of summer in my neck of the woods, which of course means days filled with sunshine, warm temperatures and outdoor activities. It also means that it’s time for many quilters to begin working on . . . Christmas quilts!I know, I know . . . you may not be ready to think… Continue reading Custom kits featuring Christmas Figs by Fig Tree & Company
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
A tea towel turned quilted banner
Hello quilting friends! Last spring (through the wonders of Instagram) I stumbled upon a talented artist who designs inspirational art prints and tea towels for the home, Stephanie of Fancy That Design House. I especially loved the hand inked, vintage look of the tea towels, so I ordered two! As you might expect, I didn’t… Continue reading A tea towel turned quilted banner
New pattern: Pumpkin Sky wall hanging & pillow
As a Minnesota girl, I’ve come to love living in a state with four distinct seasons, but autumn is definitely my favorite. As a former farm girl, it is the time of year when I feel most connected to nature. It is the time of year that reminds us to be thankful, for the fall… Continue reading New pattern: Pumpkin Sky wall hanging & pillow