The Basic Anatomy of the Blanket Stitch
by lsmith | Aug 13, 2025 | Applique Quilting, Quilting Tips
(aka The Backbone + The Bite) Some folks call it a buttonhole stitch, but here’s how I see it:Think of the blanket stitch as a little “L” shape repeated along your edge. The backbone runs parallel to the appliqué edge. The bite reaches in toward the center of your...
🧵 Tools We Love (and Where to Find Them!)
by lsmith | Jul 25, 2025 | Quilting Tips
Let’s talk tools. After 30+ years of quilting, I’ve learned that the right tools don’t just make sewing easier—they make it way more fun. But with so many gadgets and notions out there, it’s hard to know what’s worth it and what’s just clutter. That’s why I’m thrilled...
Radiant Red: Bold, Brilliant, and Beautifully in Formation
by lsmith | Jul 24, 2025 | Color Theory, Quilting Tips
There’s something about red that calls to me. It doesn’t whisper. It shouts. It struts into the room in heels and lipstick and dares you to look away. And in quilting? Red doesn’t just sit there—it commands attention – like a Sun King. That’s exactly why I...
Buttons and Bravery
by lsmith | Jun 9, 2025 | Quilting Tips
A Tale of Tiny Stitches and Big Confidence Have you ever started a project and suddenly felt that wave of doubt—you know, that little voice whispering, “Are you sure you know what you’re doing?” Even when it’s something that should be simple? Yep. Me too. Not...
June Pattern Releases
by lsmith | Jun 9, 2025 | Quilting Tips