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by Mari on January 5, 2016
The January Itty Bitty Quilt is a grand beginning to our new Quilt Along, Itty Bitty Quilts. You all probably know how I am with my quilt designs, encouraging quilt builders to “do their own thing.” I encourage myself to do that with my own quilts! So, the original set of Itty Bitty Quilts that are found in the Itty Bitty Quilts book were ... |
Category Archives: embroidery
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by Dawn on October 20, 2015
I’ll admit—I’ve been waiting for the Kinderfolk collection to come out as long as I’ve known about it. So, when it came time to volunteer to sew projects, I knew I had to take on at least one. It was definitely a no-brainer when Jenni’s amazing set of embroidery patterns she designed to go with Kinderfolk made ... |
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by Laraine on June 25, 2015
This was another fun project from Kristin Gassaway and really didn’t take too long to complete. I finished most of it in one day. Because the background fabric is directional, you have to pay attention, but the actual construction is really quite simple to do. I dug out my 20 ½” square ruler for cutting the main background piece, ... |
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by Ann on March 19, 2015
I recently reviewed a wonderful book called 120 Original Embroidery Designs by Yoko Saito for the CT website. I am an admirer of Yoko Saito’s prolific work, especially her skillful use of Japanese taupe fabrics, and own several of her books. I was especially drawn to this one because of the way she combines creative fabric selection, patchwork, ... |
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by Jenna on March 18, 2015
Besides sewing and quilting, I have an extreme love for typography and design. I’ve been drawing my whole life, but hand-drawn lettering has become a new favorite hobby. It takes quite a bit of patience to refine and develop my hand to become a true hand lettering master, but I love practicing almost every day! A lot of times, I find inspiration on Pinterest. |
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by Judy on January 21, 2015
I love little quilts! Miss Rose’s Garden Pattern by Red Button Quilt Co. is just as cute as a button. It is only 13” x 15 ½” and speaking of buttons, it has 6 darling red leather buttons included in the pattern! I had been eying this pattern… |
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by Laraine on November 19, 2014
Don’t look now, but Christmas is only a few weeks away. How are those gift projects going? I’m always on the lookout for things to make as gifts. The Trim the Tree Mini Runner Pattern by Farmhouse Threads caught my eye for a couple of reasons: I love projects that combine quilting and wool and this seemed like a ... |
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by Ann on October 30, 2014
I know, I know… it is not even Halloween yet – but it is not too early to start making Christmas decorations! I decided to get an early start with the cute Christmas Candy Ornaments pattern by Cotton Way. The instructions say to layer the top fabric RS up, then batting and a layer of muslin on the bottom. I substituted Solid White for the muslin with ... |
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by Mari on October 28, 2014
55883 Boo To You Tis’ the season, don’t ya think? So it’s time to celebrate! I love this time of year when the great trifecta of holidays is upon us! Ideally, these seasonal projects should be ready when the time is near, but it’s my bent to make each special |
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by Laraine on August 28, 2014
From the happy jack-o-lanterns to the spider hanging from the K made of bones, it was the little details that made this embroidery project (55830) from Buttermilk Basin so much fun to do. And it was perfect for using some of our new batik novelties: 7037 Frightful Spiders-Licorice, 7038 Spooky Webs-Licorice, 7039 ... |
