by lsmith | May 25, 2021 | Quilting Tips
Many of us think our obstacle to piecing in the perfect 1/4-inch seam. You have worked so hard to be consistent and know your machine, but pieces are still not quite right… What gives? Maybe it is your cutting. Cutting straight lines is about as easy as walking...
by lsmith | May 19, 2021 | Foundation Quilting, Quilting Tips, Tips and Tricks
🖨️ Template Trouble? How to Print, Resize, and Adjust Quilt Patterns Without Losing Your Mind Updated May 2025 to better guide you through choosing your ideal appliqué method—part of the new Appliqué Unplugged series! Have you ever used paper foundations or printed...
by lsmith | May 17, 2021 | Quilting Tips
As many of my followers know, we are hosting a Quilt Along starting July 6th to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s. In preparation for the QAL, we have done a lot of work to get there! A year and a half ago, I designed the Forget Me Not quilt to raise awareness...
by lsmith | May 16, 2021 | Shop
Yesterday, my son and I took Fergus (our Newfoundland that is often mistaken for a bear) on a walk in the woods. It was so peaceful with a gentle breeze, the warm sun peaking through the canopy of leaves that had just filled in. As we strolled along the well tended...
by lsmith | May 13, 2021 | Quilting Tips
Have you ever noticed that there are so many different types of rotary cutters? Why do we need so many different kinds? Is it just marketing? Well, it isn’t just marketing, some really do different things and have unique features. For example, some have more...
by lsmith | May 12, 2021 | Quilting Tips
Star Dahlia Dashing Dahlias It is time for the EQ8 Block Spotlight again! This month, it is the Star Dahlia, which is similar to the Jungle flower we tackled last year. This block can be made as a pieced block, but is probably easier to make as a combination of...
by lsmith | May 11, 2021 | Shop
My boys grew up with Bob the Builder, Legos and Tonka trucks. I loved to watch they play and create and sometimes destroy. My oldest liked to build castles and with Legos. Anyone who has had Legos in their house knows they end up everywhere and you find them best with...
by lsmith | May 10, 2021 | Magazine
I have some very exciting news to share with you today! Short to Peaks has been published in Quiltmaker’s July/August 2021 issue! It is a foundation pieced pattern made from Hoffman of California’s Watercolors. The editors at the magazine did an amazing...
by lsmith | May 7, 2021 | Craft
I am thrilled to share this collaborative project between Tourmaline & Thyme Quilts and Timeless Treasures. We worked together to create this video demonstrating how to make scented neck pillows. For more information, visit the Timeless Treasures blog or see our...
by lsmith | May 4, 2021 | Quilting Tips
Frond Studios has joined Northcott and I am so excited to have two patterns designed for their absolutely fabulous Daydreamin’ collection. If you haven’t seen the collection in the Northcott Look Book, it is truly a work of art! This video shows some of...
