by lsmith | Jun 7, 2026 | Quilting Tips
Press open, press toward one side or the other, spin the seams… is there a rhyme or reason to any of these directions?? Seam allowances are just as important in quilting as the cutting and the quilting. Most of us know that the 1/4″ seam allowance is just...
by lsmith | May 30, 2026 | Quilting Tips
Basting in cooking helps keep the food moist while cooking. On the other hand, basting in quilting and sewing keeps the fabrics from moving before they are stitched in detail. I am sure you have your favorite basting method, just like I have mine. I will share what...
by lsmith | May 30, 2026 | Quilting Tips
When I was 16, I couldn’t stay awake… the doctors thought it was mono – the kissing disease. But after weeks of testing and me progressively getting worse, they discovered that I had Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. It is a common autoimmune condition, especially for women....
by lsmith | Apr 17, 2026 | Applique Quilting, Quilting Tips, seasons
Squaring up a medallion quilt is one of those finishing steps that makes quilters nervous — and for good reason. Your mat isn’t big enough, your ruler isn’t long enough, and one wrong cut on a medallion you’ve spent weeks on is not a fun thought....
by lsmith | Mar 28, 2026 | Quilting Tips
As the wind, rain and sun were battling it out over Dover, we were creating new patterns for you! Many of these patterns are ready for purchase, others will be available for pre-order soon. We hope you enjoy them as much as we...
by lsmith | Mar 27, 2026 | Quilting Tips, seasons
What Have You Made with Your Winter Whispers Blocks? So many of you have downloaded Frosted Branches, Frozen Flowers, and Glacial Hearts — and I am genuinely curious what you’ve been making with them. Hit reply and tell me. I love seeing where these blocks end...
