2017-12-04 14:57
So, you've been thinking about trying Quilty Box, but aren't quite ready for the big box. Did you know they also offer a Quilty Box Mini? This is a smaller size monthly sub… Read More
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2017-11-29 16:25
What will Santa bring you and all your Quilty friends this year? Order your Quilty Box by December 10th, for a Christmas surprise in your mailbox! Here's a peek at the good… Read More
2017-11-26 16:28
For each issue of Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks, Quiltmaker sends a little thank you gift to the designers and block testers. In the past they've sent big buttons, mugs, mouse pads, ap… Read More
2017-11-25 12:37
Congratulations go out to Maryellen in Franklin Square, New York! She is the winner from my segment of the Road Rally blog tour. She commented "Sweet block. I do love roses… Read More
2017-11-22 16:17
Easy Nine-Patch QuiltingEasy Nine-Patch Quilting is an outstanding quilting book, by the popular quilt publisher, House of White Birches. This book is filled with techniques and tips regardi… Read More
2017-11-21 14:54
Hello, and welcome to the Log Cabin Quilt Block Classics tutorial. We'll be exploring the classic log cabin quilt block, learning a little about it's history, and sewing a 12" sample… Read More
2017-11-17 15:12
No, I'm not dancing and quilting at the same time. I'm nowhere near that coordinated! The sewing Tutu came in the October Quilty Box.I was excited to try it. It fits… Read More
2017-11-14 05:00
New Look Easy Tops PatternNew Look Easy Tops pattern, sizes 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, and 18. This pretty pattern makes a classic style top in six variations. Options for tops include sleeveless, s… Read More
2017-11-13 05:00
Hello and welcome to my little corner of the Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks Volume 16 Road Rally Blog Tour. I'm so glad you've taken a few minutes out of your busy day to visit me! &hell…Read More
2017-11-06 15:08
Rosemarie Vases Quilt FabricA beautiful cut of quilting fabric, Rosemarie Vases Fabric. 100 percent cotton, 44" wide. Easy care, machine wash warm, tumble dry, remove promptly.The design on… Read More
2017-11-02 12:02
Today I'm showing the Supernova quilt. This quilt features an explosion of color radiating from the center of the quilt. The blocks all feature simple rotary cutting and st… Read More
2017-10-27 12:23
American Quilter Magazine Winter 1993American Quilter Magazine, the Winter 1993, Volume IX, No.4 issue. This magazine features Chris Wold Edmonds, In the Landscape Tradition, Facial Features… Read More
2017-10-26 12:34
Today I'm showing the Purple Passion quilt. This quilt features curvy paper pieced blocks with a matching border of squares and triangles.Quilt Stats:Quilt Size: 82-1/2" x… Read More
2017-10-23 13:41
Very Easy Very Vogue Dress PatternShow your beauty in this gorgeous dress in two views. Dress is loose fitting, wrap style, below knee length, with extended shoulders, shoulder pads, yoke, i… Read More
2017-10-19 12:05
Have you heard about Quilty Box? It's a box of quilty surprises delivered monthly to your mailbox. What fun! I received my first Quilty Box this week, the October box. &hell…Read More
2017-10-11 11:57
Sorry, Supernova quilt. Your time to fly free is over. As I showed in my last post, I quilted the Supernova quilt with an allover loopy meander. It was eas… Read More
2017-10-10 11:40
Black and White Plaid Woven FabricA beautiful cut of fabric, Black and White Plaid Woven Fabric. 60" wide. The design on this fabric features a large scale black and white plaid. Perfec… Read More
2017-10-06 11:38
So, I quilted about half of the Supernova quilt last week. I'm planning on finishing the quilting today. I chose this Olde Golde King Tut thread from Superior Threads. &hell…Read More
2017-10-04 11:16
Lilac Parade Beige Plaid Quilt FabricA beautiful cut of high quality quilting fabric. Lilac Parade Beige Plaid, by The Buggy Barn, for Henry Glass and Co. Fabrics. 100 percent cotton, y… Read More
2017-09-29 13:03
Here it is! The Supernova quilt top, enjoying a little sunshine on my clothesline. I love the simplicity and naturalness of clothesline quilt photos. See the little b… Read More
2017-09-26 14:10
McCall's Jumpsuit PatternMcCall's 6070 Jumpsuit Pattern, size 12. This pretty pattern makes a basic jumpsuit in two lengths. Both jumpsuits feature raglan sleeves, drawstring neckline tied a… Read More
2017-09-25 13:35
It's been a while since my last update on The Rainbow Connection. Here it is, laid out on my patio. Funny how hard it is to hang a star shaped top up to get a photo. That j… Read More
2017-09-21 11:54
This is Block Three for the Supernova quilt. I love it! The drama of the bright batiks mixed with the black really packs a punch. I sewed four Block Three's for the Su… Read More
2017-09-19 12:12
McCall's 3076 Non-Stop Wardrobe PatternMcCall's 3076 non-stop wardrobe pattern, size 12, Vintage 1987.Adorn yourself in this pleasantly stylish vintage wardrobe with this McCall's dress pate… Read More
2017-09-15 12:21
My Singer 301 and I have been humming right along, churning out the blocks for the Supernova quilt. This is Block One. I sewed four of these. This is Block Two… Read More
2017-09-14 12:14
The Home by the Sea quilt pattern has a new cover design. Sew your own seaside village with this adorable maritime pattern. This pattern features five different 6" blocks. … Read More
2017-09-13 12:30
Faces Knit FabricA beautiful cut of combed cotton/polyester blend fabric, Faces Knit Fabric. Cotton/polyester blend, 60" wide. Machine wash warm, tumble dry, remove promptly. The design… Read More
2017-09-08 12:26
Today I'm showing the Pioneer Rose quilt. This heirloom style quilt features the beautiful Pioneer Rose applique block, set on point, and paired with the unique Curved Chain Block.Quil… Read More
2017-08-31 11:56
That's right! All day, on Monday, September 4th (Labor Day) you can view Craftsy Classes for Free! Take a peek at a few classes you are interested in. Learn a new skill, or… Read More
2017-08-30 11:43
Quilting ShortcutsQuilting Shortcuts is a quilt pattern book featuring traditional quilts by Maggie Malone. This book is filled with beautiful quilting projects for every occasion. This… Read More
2017-08-29 14:56
The Quadrille Quilt has arrived home safely. My son Levi gave it a huge hug! It's always exciting when a quilt comes back home. Seeing Quadrille after a few months aw… Read More
2017-08-24 18:39
I'm so excited! My husband found this beautiful Singer 301A at the Habitat for Humanity, recognized it as my favorite machine, and brought it home. Cabinet and all, it was only $… Read More
2017-08-18 18:47
Vanessa-Ann's Holidays In Cross Stitch 1991Vanessa-Ann's Holidays In Cross Stitch 1991 book.This book is hardcover, used, in excellent condition. 144 pages, copyright 1991. Color photos thro… Read More
2017-08-17 14:15
Only eleven more days until all three of the boys are back in school. It's been slow going on the Supernova quilt, but I've made a little progress. Here's a peek of the pro… Read More
2017-08-10 14:43
Kids Country BookKids Country Book, by Susie Lacome. This book is hardcover with dust jacket, used, in excellent condition. 128 pages, copyright 1996. Color photos throughout.This book… Read More
2017-08-03 13:25
Wedge Works Quilting Book and Wedge ToolThis friendly book is filled to the brim with information and how to quilting projects featuring Cheryl Phillips' unique and popular style.This book i… Read More
2017-07-28 14:16
Today I'm showing the Quadrille quilt. This quilt features big, 16" blocks, and a gorgeously bright, modern fabric palette.Quilt Stats:Quilt Size: 78-3/8" x 101"Block Size:  &hell…Read More
2017-07-14 13:44
Turquoise Purple Paisley Crepe Challis FabricA beautiful cut of cotton/polyester blend fabric, Turquoise Purple Paisley Crepe Challis Fabric. 50 percent cotton/50 percent polyester blend, 54… Read More
2017-07-08 14:30
Green Speckled Leaf Print Linen Woven Feel FabricA beautiful cut of Rayon/Polyester blend fabric, Green Speckled Leaf Print Linen Woven Feel Fabric. Polyester/rayon blend, 60" wide. Machine… Read More
2017-06-28 17:55
Turning Twenty...AgainThe Turning Twenty...Again Quilt Book, is an outstanding beginner quilting book, by Tricia Cribbs. This book is filled with three easy quilt patterns using fat quarter… Read More
2017-06-27 13:52
Supernova QuiltThis quilt and pattern was originally published in Quilts from Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks, as Cosmic Blast. I love the color explosion in this quilt so much, I've dec… Read More
2017-06-23 12:52
Simplicity 9266 Misses Blouse PatternSew these lovely misses blouses for everyday wear. Easy pattern from the Simplicity pattern line. Blouse can be sewn in four different views. All views h… Read More
2017-06-22 14:09
Purple Buttons Batik FabricThis beautiful piece of Cotton has been individually hand dyed by Island Batik fabric artists in the garden village of Sanur, Bali. It is 100 percent cotton, 44" w… Read More
2017-06-18 17:39
Today I'm showing the Flowerfall Quilt. This quilt features two blocks, an applique floral block, and a pieced four patch chain block. The Flowerfall quilt has the look of a stra… Read More
2017-05-30 19:04
McCall's Quilting Magazine, October 2001 IssueMcCall's Quilting Magazine, the October 2001 issue. This magazine features 16 Autumn Classics, Apple Treats for Your Table, Create Our Cozy Cott… Read More
2017-05-23 19:13
Here is the simple Nine Patch quilt I posted about last week, all quilted and rolling off the machine. Oh Yeah! As you can see in this edge pic, I quilted an average of four… Read More
2017-05-18 19:15
School is almost out. It feels like Summer. Time to pull out an old UFO. This is part of an old Christmas Block of the Month quilt I began years ago. Most of th… Read More
2017-05-16 19:31
So many things don't seem to be manufactured quite as nicely today as in the past, ironing boards included.My old vintage ironing board finally met it's end. The metal cracked, and the… Read More
2017-05-09 04:00
Burgundy Damask Vine Pleasure Knit FabricA beautiful cut of 50 percent combed cotton/50 percent polyester blend fabric, Burgundy Damask Vine Pleasure Knit Fabric. Cotton/polyester blend, 60"… Read More
2017-05-08 19:04
Hot Pink Summer FabricA beautiful cut of 100 percent polyester fabric, Hot Pink Summer Fabric. 100 percent polyester, 44" wide. The design on this fabric features an abstract floral des… Read More
2017-05-03 19:25
Congratulations goes out to Kathy H.! She was chosen by random as the winner of a brand new copy of Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks, Volume 15. Her answer to the question of what you wou… Read More
2017-05-02 04:00
Hello! Welcome to my little segment of Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks Road Rally Blog Tour. I'm so happy you've stopped by today. This is my block from Volume 15, Cherry Bon… Read More
2017-05-01 19:23
Today I'm featuring the Modern Double Irish Chain Scrap Quilt in Blue, Yellow, and Black. There is no published pattern for this quilt. It's a free form, personal project I… Read More
2017-04-28 19:01
Do you ever get the urge to sew something quick, easy, and a little bit lazy? Here's a personal project I'm working on for one of my boys. This quilt started out with a 5"… Read More
2017-04-26 19:16
Black Pink Green Floral Textured FabricA beautiful cut of 100 percent polyester fabric, Black Pink Green Floral Textured fabric. 100 percent polyester, 45" wide. Machine wash warm, delicate… Read More
2017-04-23 04:00
Today I'm featuring the Paper Trail quilt. This quilt and pattern appear in the May/June 2017 issue of Modern Patchwork magazine.Quilt Stats:Size: 48" x 60"Block Size: 12"F… Read More
2017-04-22 04:00
Lots of Love Handmade Quilted TrivetI finished something! It's this country cute Lots of Love trivet/mug rug/table topper kitchen decor. Sweet and simple, sewn with adorable ging… Read More
2017-04-21 04:00
Country Quilts Magazine Fall 2004 IssueCountry Quilts Magazine, Fall 2004 Issue. Used, but very good condition. 66 pages. This beautiful issue includes 25 Best Tips for Choosing Colors… Read More
2017-04-18 04:00
Brown Blue Paisley Pleasure Knit FabricA beautiful cut of 50 percent combed cotton/50 percent polyester blend fabric, Brown Blue Paisley Pleasure Knit Fabric. Cotton/polyester blend, 60" wid… Read More
2017-04-17 19:17
Kountry BeadsKountry Beads Decorative Painting Book. Fair condition. 26 pages. Soft cover. Copyright 1986. This beautiful decorative painting booklet includes 27 painting projects and a… Read More
2017-03-27 19:16
Yellow Rose Damask FabricA beautiful cut of rayon fabric, Yellow Rose Damask Fabric. Rayon, 50" wide. Hand wash separately, use cool iron.The design on this fabric features large yellow rose… Read More
2017-03-20 19:15
Blue Yellow White Stripe Shirting FabricA beautiful cut of cotton fabric, Blue Yellow White Stripe Shirting fabric. 100 percent cotton, 44" wide. Machine wash warm, tumble dry. The desi… Read More
2017-03-07 20:15
Red and Blue Plaid Worsted Wool FabricA beautiful cut of 100 percent worsted wool fabric, Red and Blue Plaid Worsted Wool Fabric. 1 yard of 100 percent worsted wool, 60" wide. Sponged, shrun… Read More
2017-02-28 20:19
Peek-A-Boo See-Thru Floral FabricA beautiful cut of 100 percent polyester fabric, Peek-A-Book See-Thru Floral Fabric. 100 percent polyester, 44" wide. Hand wash separately, use cool iron.The… Read More
2017-02-23 20:22
New in the Curlicue Creations shop this week: All cross stitch patterns and books!The Castle Dreamscape Cross Stitch LeafletThe Castle Dreamscape Cross Stitch Leaflet No 5, by Teresa W… Read More
2017-02-16 20:09
Just a little quilting eye candy for you today. I switched out two of the quilts in my upstairs landing this week. This one is Silhouette, featuring the Silhouette block fr… Read More
2017-02-14 20:19
Blue Flannel Plaid FabricA beautiful cut of 100 percent cotton fabric, Blue Flannel Plaid fabric. 100 percent cotton, 58" wide. Machine wash cold, tumble dry.The design on this fabric featur… Read More
2017-02-08 20:11
Basket Cat Quilt Block CollectionThat's right ~ now all twelve Basket Cat block patterns are available in one complete set. The cost of the set is only $30.00. That's a $6.00 savings o… Read More
2017-02-06 20:15
This Week's New FabricsBlack and White Diagonal Stripe Woven Textured FabricA beautiful cut of 100 percent polyester fabric, Black and White Diagonal Stripe with Woven Texture fabric. You wi… Read More
2017-02-02 20:18
Silver Gray Faille Jacquard FabricA beautiful cut of 100 percent polyester fabric, Silver Gray Faille Jacquard fabric. You will receive 1 yard of 100 percent polyester, 45" wide. Machine was… Read More
2017-01-27 20:14
Lemons Make Lemonade FabricA beautiful cut of linen/rayon/polyester blend fabric, Lemons Make Lemonade Fabric. You will receive 1 yard of linen/rayon/polyester blend, 45" wide. Machine wash… Read More
2016-11-21 20:12
Congratulations goes out to Just Pam, the winner of a brand new issue of Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks, Volume 14. Pam commented, "I like the gray and scrappy version best."Thanks, everyone… Read More
2016-11-18 05:00
Hello, and welcome to my little segment of Quiltmaker's 100 Blocks, Volume 14 Blog Tour. I'm so happy you stopped by. It's the last day of the tour. I hope you've been visi… Read More
2016-11-09 20:18
Today I'm featuring the "Remember Me" quilt. This quilt and pattern appear in the October/November 2016 issue of Quilter's Newsletter Magazine.Quilt Stats:Size: 85-5/8" x 9… Read More
2016-11-04 19:19
Today I'm cutting into these gorgeous fabrics from Timeless Treasures. I just love purples...sigh! What's on your cutting table?Have a super day,Jennifer S. ThomasClick here to v… Read More
2016-10-25 19:33
Today I'm showing the Winterberry Pie quilt. This quilt appears in the Winter 2016 issue of Quilter's World magazine. I used Moda's Cookie Exchange by Sweetwater fabric line. &nbs&hell…Read More
2016-09-25 14:28
(ad) Surprise! Our friends at Craftsy are having a sale this weekend. ALL of their online classes are under $20 — Friday through Sunday. *This promotion ends Sunday, September 25… Read More
2016-09-16 04:00
This is an affiliate advertisement.Heads up! Today starts Craftsy's September Supplies Sale! It's National Sewing Month, and Craftsy has a gorgeous variety of fabrics, kits… Read More
2016-08-29 04:00
Here is a pic of the top row of the Home by the Sea quilt, hot off the machine. I used a very thin, cream colored thread for the quilting, and did an allover loopy meander, one o… Read More
2016-08-28 13:08
The Home by the Sea quilt top is finished! Here's how it went together: I began by sewing a Navy Blue 1" sashing to the right sides of my blocks.~Star Blocks~ ~Ship and House… Read More
2016-08-24 17:17
Over the last week or two, my family has been playing with a new product from Kits by Carla. It's called Quiltiles. It's both magnetic, and easily portable, so we took it along f… Read More
2016-08-20 04:00
The Lighthouse block is all paper foundation pieced. It has a few funky angles that were well suited to paper piecing.I attached each side by pinning and sewing to the angle in two sep… Read More
2016-08-19 20:05
Broken Blooms Quilt PatternThe Broken Blooms pattern makes a 79" x 83" quilt. The quilt is sewn using a focus fabric for the panel sections.This quilt is a lovely size for a lap throw, singl… Read More
2016-08-11 13:34
My six tree blocks are complete. That's a total of twelve trees, a mini forest.Next, the house blocks. I started with simple shapes, a rectangle for the window, and a few squares… Read More
2016-08-10 15:13
Today I'm showing my Eternity Quilt. This quilt and pattern appears in the new September/October 2016 issue of Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting magazine.This quilt is mainly sewn w… Read More
2016-08-09 17:34
Slowly...oh so slowly I've been sewing. Stealing a little time here and there. I've sewn a few of these skinny pine trees for the Home by the Sea pattern. Th… Read More
2016-08-06 15:29
Candle Magic Quick and Easy Candle making BookCandle Magic Quick and Easy Candle Making Booklet. Very good condition. 9 pages. Soft cover. Copyright 1994. This beautiful candle making b… Read More
2016-08-04 18:03
I made a tree! I found a teeny tiny bit of time to sew, and made one tree, part of a block for the Home by the Sea quilt & pattern I'm currently working on. Summer has been s… Read More
2016-07-13 17:57
Michael's Create! Magazine, May 2002 IssueMichaels Create! Magazine, May 2002 issue. This magazine features Fresh Decor Ideas for Spring, Celebrate Favors, Cards, and Decorations for Special… Read More
2016-07-12 14:11
I completed my four Star Blocks. Aren't they just so sparkly?Now, on to the ships. I started with a little chain piecing.These triangle squares are going to become the ship… Read More
2016-07-08 18:47
Introducing my Cotton Club quilt. The pattern for this quilt is available in the new issue of Quilter's World magazine, Autumn 2016.This issue is filled with lots of gorgeous Fal… Read More
2016-07-07 17:33
Designs in Patchwork BookDesigns in Patchwork , by Diann Logan. This quilting how-to book features 30 bright new quilts for machine piecing. All designs feature full color photos, plus black… Read More
2016-07-06 15:24
I'm sewing my Home by the Sea quilt, starting at the top with the four Star Blocks. First I sewed the dark yellow triangles to the blue triangles to make triangle pairs.&nb&hell…Read More
2016-06-30 15:01
After finishing five crazy deadline quilts, I finally have a little time in the evenings to add to my current hexagon project, The Rainbow Connection. I took the above photo this morni… Read More
2016-06-29 19:45
Simplicity Design Your Own Dress PatternSimplicity 8726 Design Your Own Dress pattern, sizes 8, 10, 12, and 14. This pretty pattern makes a classic style dress in many variations. Dress feat… Read More
2016-06-28 15:05
Home by the SeaI'm reworking this pattern. Many quilters have contacted me and requested the pattern for the original quilt, "South Shore Road" which appeared as a series quilt i… Read More
2016-06-23 13:51
The Bernina Bernette 705 is the most recent addition to my sewing machine collection. This metal body machine was manufactured sometime in the mid 1990's. It's Bernina's lo… Read More
2016-06-20 23:26
Water Birds Cross Stitch BookletWater Birds Cross Stitch Booklet #159, by Stephanie Seabrook Hedgepath, for A Pegasus Publication. This cross stitch booklet features 7 different cross stitch… Read More
2016-06-19 15:02
Yes, another kitten post. I can't help it. They're just so cute! The little Calico is Queen of the Scrap Pile. She's been napping on top of the pile for the last few… Read More
2016-06-13 22:53
Yes, this is how it happened...really!Have a wonderful day!Jennifer Schifano Thomas Read More
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