Patriotic Charms
by lsmith | 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...
Peppermint Pinwheels
by lsmith | 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...
San Marco
by lsmith | Apr 6, 2023 | Quilting Tips, Tips and Tricks
During the last two weeks, I worked on San Marco and posted pictures in Instagram and Facebook with some helpful hints. Not everyone likes social media, so I decided to add a little of it here. San Marco is a foundation pieced throw, which finished at 53″...
On-Point Borders
by lsmith | Feb 24, 2023 | Quilting Tips, Tips and Tricks
On-point borders, like the one in Iris Blossom, can be intimidating if you have never done one. So we decided to make a video of the process for you! There are a few important points to know when making an on-point border. The side setting triangles should always be...
Keeping It Straight
by lsmith | Dec 18, 2022 | Quilting Tips, Tips and Tricks
Straight seams may seem like a not brainer. But anyone who has sewn two Width of Fabric (WOF) strips together can attest that keeping a long seam straight isn’t as easy as you may think. Here are a few tips for keeping those seams straight, which will help keep...