What is the difference between a Fat Quarter, a Charm Pack, a Jelly Roll, a Layer Cake, and a Yard of Fabric? Are you totally confused about what all these fabric cuts are? So was I. It can be overwhelming. I finally figured all of this out after looking at a ton of patterns and reading books, but it would have been helpful to have it all in one place. So here it is! The best thing is that most…
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The Avengers Quilt: Traditional Quilting with Fandom Fabric
Read moreOne of my favorite things to do is to look at a quilt pattern made with floral fabric and imagine it in a different way. I loved my grandmother. But I don’t love floral designs the way that she did. There are so many fabrics out there that are designed for whatever fandom you belong to: Marvel, Harry Potter, Star Wars, Disney, and so many more. But there still seems to be a divide between most quilting patterns (still so…
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5 Crafting Goals for 2019
Read moreThis year I’ve decided to set 5 crafting goals. Am I going to beat myself up if I don’t reach them? No. This is a fun hobby, not my job. But I would love to sew through some of the projects that are either designed in my head or taking up space in my sewing room. So here they are. One: Stash Busting (aka #GettingRidofFabric) When I started sewing, I remember thinking how crazy it was that bloggers would…
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February 2019 Wine of the Month
Read moreThis month I’m toasting the launch of the blog with some delicious pink fizzy wine! A personal favorite for big occasions and vacation: Mumm Sparkling Rose. You can enjoy it as a reward for finishing a big project or while pressing a quilt at your ironing board.