Aren’t these little gems gorgeous? Carla shows you how to make them in her Fabric Inchie Tutorial. What are inchies you ask? Inchies are one inch quilts consisting of 3 primary layers: the backing, the middle layer and the top. They are fast and fun to do! You may also make Double Inchies- 2” x [...]
Posted: November 19th, 2008
Topics: Free Projects, Tips and Tricks
Tags: Small Projects
Here’s a great gift idea, the Hipster Gripster. The tutorial is well written with lots of detailed photos. I know my hands would appreciate one. Make up a bunch to have on-hand for those last minute gifts.
Posted: November 18th, 2008
Topics: Free Projects
Tags: Small Projects
Here’s a great idea for hand-made Christmas cards with free template patterns and excellent how-to instructions included. I love the multiple layers, and the use of cross-stitch fabric in the background… I think I have a package somewhere. I love to receive hand-made cards, but haven’t made very many myself (ok, I’ve made one). I’m [...]
Posted: October 30th, 2008
Topics: Free Projects
Tags: Holidays, My To Do List
Here’s a great way to use up some of those string pieces of holiday fabric and make a lovely Christmas Tree Skirt. Once the piece is sewn together and quilted, you’ll cut a circle opening for the tree, and bind. As always, Amandajean’s instructions and photos used in this tutorial are excellent.
Here’s a unique Block of the Month quilt pattern, Above the Buffet. The block instructions are detailed and easy to follow. Join Marin & Colusa as this project comes to life, each block at a time.
Posted: October 24th, 2008
Topics: Free Projects
Tags: Wall Hangings
Here’s a great Rag Quilt Tutorial with lots of photos and detailed instructions. Jen wrote me to say she’s not much of a quilter, but she loves to cook. I want to make a couple mini ones of these for my cats in the new year. They love soft and cuddly things to curl up [...]
Just in time for Halloween, is this cute Pumpkin Mini Quilt created by Phyllis Dobbs. Add some ric rac, buttons and beads and it’s sure to delight all. Finishes at 9 1/2″ square.
Posted: October 22nd, 2008
Topics: Free Projects
Tags: Holidays, Small Projects
Here’s a great quilt to celebrate the autumn season, Tumbling Leaves. Autumn’s olive, ecru, and cinnamon tones drift indoors in this striking wall quilt. It finishes at 27″ x 45″. Reminder: Don’t forget to send me your submissions for the Falling Leaves Photo Contest.
Posted: October 22nd, 2008
Topics: Free Projects
Tags: Wall Hangings
Rick rack rocks … sorry I couldn’t resist! (Or is it ric rac?) Anyway, check out these super gorgeous quilt blocks with rick rack. And, here’s the detailed tutorial on how to put it all together. Definitley a colour explosion! I had never heard to wash rick rack before. Does it run, or shrink, or [...]
Posted: October 21st, 2008
Topics: Free Projects, Tips and Tricks
Tags: Just Blocks
Check out this gorgeous table runner designed by Phyllis Dobbs, using her Meow, Meow fabric. Love the beautiful colours. The pattern can easily be adapted to use other fabrics too.
Posted: October 21st, 2008
Topics: Free Projects
Tags: Small Projects
Here is a great video by Eleanor Burns where she shows how to make her crazy quilt and strip stockings. It’s a great way to use up scraps and have fun experimenting with the various stitches on your machine. Here’s a link to the free Quilt in a Day patterns page, you’ll have to scroll [...]
Need a baby quilt fast? Check out this gorgeous free pattern, Speedy Baby 2 from Taffy Talk. Would make a great wall hanging too. There are other free patterns and tutorials available too, look at the right side menu to see them.
Posted: October 15th, 2008
Topics: Free Projects
Tags: Babies/Kids, Wall Hangings