Patriotic Charms

Patriotic Charms

by | Jul 3, 2023 | General Quilting, Quilting Tips, Tips and Tricks

If you are on our subscription list, you may have received a few block patterns in our newsletter. We have a few more of those on their way to you. For those of you not on the mailing list yet, please sign up to receive the new block patterns. Previously released ones...
Making Multiples

Making Multiples

by | Jun 16, 2023 | Quilting Tips

Making Skipping Stones was so much fun. Why? The large blocks were a blast to make from units that were made in multiples. What does that mean? Strip piecing was used to make Four Patch. Half Square Triangles (HST) were made two at a time. Flying Geese were made four...
First Aid for Your Ironing Board

First Aid for Your Ironing Board

by | Jun 9, 2023 | General Quilting, Quilting Tips

How often do you think about your ironing board? Honestly, I rarely think about mine, until there is an issue. I have had this particular ironing board for almost 40 years. I take it for granted…. Until something goes wrong. In this case, I noticed something funky...
Panel Quilt Patterns Never Go Stale

Panel Quilt Patterns Never Go Stale

by | Apr 24, 2023 | Quilting Tips

Panels quilts are all the rage. Goodness knows, I have designed so many of them. The panels are for sale for a short period of time, then they are gone. So why buy a pattern with a panel, especially if you can only use it once? Other quilt patterns can be used over...
Peppermint Pinwheels

Peppermint Pinwheels

by | Apr 13, 2023 | Tips and Tricks

Last weekend, I made Peppermint Pinwheels. It is one of my newest patterns and features Hoffman’s Holiday Elegance Collection.  This pattern has plenty of pinwheels in varying shades of red, white and silver. It is a sparkling addition to holiday decor. If you...