The Basic Anatomy of the Blanket Stitch
by lsmith | Aug 13, 2025 | Applique Quilting, Quilting Tips
(aka The Backbone + The Bite) Some folks call it a buttonhole stitch, but here’s how I see it:Think of the blanket stitch as a little “L” shape repeated along your edge. The backbone runs parallel to the appliqué edge. The bite reaches in toward the center of your...
Quilt Block Mania – August 2025
🚜 This Month’s Quilt Block Mania Theme is the Farm — So I Brought My Favorite Farmer It’s harvest season over here at Nutcracker Acres, and this month’s block is ready to work hard and look good doing it. ✨ Meet the Farmer Nutcracker — a proud steward of the land,...
August Patterns
Can’t wait to get your hands on the new patterns? You can now pre-order them. They will be delivered to you as soon as they are...