by lsmith | Apr 8, 2025 | Quilting Tips
Overwhelmed by your fabric stash? Here’s your solution! Be honest—how many times have you walked into your sewing space, looked at all the fabric you’ve collected, and felt totally overwhelmed? You’re not alone. We all have projects we meant to finish, fabric we...
by lsmith | Apr 7, 2025 | Quilting Tips
Alright, my quilty friends. Time for some tough quilting therapy talk. We all know quilters have always been a thrifty bunch. We come from a long line of flour-sack stitchers and scrap savers. We’ve cut up baby clothes, ties and T-shirts that held a thousand memories...
by lsmith | Apr 1, 2025 | Blog Hop, Quilting Tips
Quilt Block Mania is continuing this year with Gardening. And I am so happy. I was able to dig in my garden this week and plant some new roses. There were lots of possibilities here for a quilter. I encourage you to visit these wonderful designers to see what spin...
by lsmith | Mar 25, 2025 | Color Theory, Quilting Tips
Ever feel like your quilt is missing that something to give it depth, movement, or just a splash of extra wow? That’s where color gradients come in. They help your eye move around so the quilt doesn’t look so – (well how do I put this nicely, I...
by lsmith | Mar 17, 2025 | Quilting Tips
by lsmith | Mar 15, 2025 | Quilting Tips
Appliqué is one of my favorite ways to add fun details to a quilt, but let’s be honest—getting fabric shapes onto a quilt without frustration is a skill in itself. Thankfully, fusible web makes the process so much easier. Let’s face it, I don’t have the...
by lsmith | Mar 4, 2025 | Quilting Tips
Quilt Block Mania is having some fun with a fancy drink or two. Rather than showing the drink – I am showing the drink maker!! I encourage you to visit these wonderful designers to see what spin they have put on this topic! Tropical Drink by Carolina Moore of...
by lsmith | Mar 3, 2025 | Quilting Tips
Using Freezer Paper for Appliqué Quilt Templates: Quilter’s Secret Weapon! Freezer paper templates are one of my favorite tools for fusible appliqué. They’re accurate, reusable, and easy to adjust, which makes them a great choice for a wide range of appliqué projects....
by lsmith | Feb 16, 2025 | Quilting Tips
Gradient Stars $12.00 Treble $12.00 Holiday Focus $12.00 Golfer Nutcracker $6.00 Coos $12.00 Country Corners $12.00 Campy $12.00 Toss Up $12.00 Cabin Stripes $12.00 Stamp of Approval...
by lsmith | Feb 6, 2025 | Quilting Tips
Play with Your Specialty Stitches: Make a Heart-Filled Valentine! Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to play, experiment, and have a little fun with your sewing machine’s specialty stitches. So why not stitch up an adorable heart-filled mini quilt? 💕 This quick and...
