by lsmith | Mar 13, 2020 | Quilting Tips
Today, the Leaves Galore ruler was used to cut smaller melons or petals. Again, eight of each color. These were fused together on a Goddess Sheet. Then, I matched the flower color to the ring color. The flowers were fused to the background on top of the lemon leaves....
by lsmith | Mar 6, 2020 | Quilting Tips
Pinked Heart Wreath Ever wonder what pinking is or why fabric why people do it? Pinking is the serrated edging made with special scissors or a specific rotary cutter blade. For example, I used pinking shears to make strips for this heart-shaped wreath....
by lsmith | Mar 4, 2020 | Quilting Tips
Recently, I was asked how I purchase fabric for my personal projects. Do I buy online or at a fabric store. The answer is – it depends. Like most quilters I am attracted to sales and shiny objects. I will buy yard collections if they appeal to me and find a...
by lsmith | Feb 26, 2020 | Designs
All month, I have been posting clues about my newest pattern. This quilt was designed to represent love from an older and simpler time. It symbolizes the move from lover to bride, wife, and homemaker. This quilt includes four blocks based upon traditional designs....
by lsmith | Feb 21, 2020 | Quilting Tips
As with most mysteries, there is a cliff hanger. I apologize for the delay in posts, which had the that effect. The Lover’s Knots alternate with the Home Maker blocks to surround the Wedding Bouquet. Now, the Farmer’s Wife now starts to fit into the...
