From QuickQuilts, comes New Year’s Sparklers. This quilt is so full of color and sparkle that it lights up a room. It was made using batiks in a delightful variety of beautiful hues to charm the eye. It is simply
Nautical Waves
From Quiltmaker, comes this free pattern, Nautical Waves.
Clover Iron Travel Bag
I just got a Clover Iron this past Christmas, so this Clover Iron Travel Bag will come in handy for me.
Penny Rugs
A free block pattern, Penny Rugs, from Connecting Threads. I adore the fabrics used in this block. Approx. Finished Size 9″. I am impressed with the Connecting Threads fabrics and Canadian-friendly web site, and plan to order some of their
Bubblegum Crossing
A pretty pattern for Spring, Bubblegum Crossing, from Quilter’s Newsletter.
Quilted Bag Tutorial
Here’s a very cute Quilted Bag Tutorial. Great way to use up left-over strips or blocks.
Tulip Hill
A great project for Spring, Tulip Hill. I would be inclined to make this pattern smaller, as it would be a gorgeous wall hanging. I simply adore tulips, and am really looking forward to the Ottawa Tulip Festival coming in
Singlet Style Shopping Bag
Not exactly quilting, but it still uses fabric. I really like this shopping bag tutorial. Before I left Canada for six weeks in Argentina, where I am now, I was trying really hard not to get any plastic shopping bags.
Just Bugs
From Quiltmaker, comes this very fun pattern, Just Bugs. This charming little quilt, features a bevy of bugs and other little creatures, and is easy to make with foundation piecing and fusible patches. Sew down the raw edges with a
Sew Much To Do
A free pattern from McCall’s Quilting, Sew Much To Do is a sewing-themed wall hanging, complete with an appliquéd pincushion and rotary cutter. Embellish the button jar with your favorite buttons.