Island Batiks – Morris Tiles Inspiration Hop
I really enjoy working with other designers on blog hops and this one is no exception. Tammy Silvers from Tamarinis Quilts asked a group of us to inspire you with Island Batik’s Morris Tiles. Batiks are so much fun to play with as a designer. You can use them...
Put a Light Under It
by lsmith | Jan 23, 2024 | Quilting Tips
Updated May 2025 to better guide you through choosing your ideal appliqué method—part of the new Appliqué Unplugged series! 🖼 Design Transfers: Let There Be Light (and Less Guesswork) You’ve got your templates ready—now how do you get them onto your fabric without...
Motivating Monday – Clouded Liberty
by lsmith | Jan 22, 2024 | Quilting Tips
Looking for color inspiration? We visited Liberty Island during one of our trips to New York City. At first, I was disappointed at the weather. It would not be great for photos. Then, the sun was just in the right place, that golden hour, for a beautiful photograph....
Tip Tuesday – Build Your Own Log Cabin Quilt!
by lsmith | Jan 16, 2024 | Designs, Pieced Quilts, Quilting Tips
You never know what your first “hit” will be when you are a designer. My first “hit” pattern was Rustic Refuge… I am still not sure if it was the adorable outhouses with the log cabin layout. Or if it was the toilet paper themed fabric,...