Why I Created Seasons
by lsmith | Dec 28, 2025 | Blog Hop, General Quilting
Maybe you’ve made beautiful blocks — and even whole quilts — and now you’re curious about what happens when those blocks start working together with intention. Seasons was created for that moment. For several years, I’ve designed Block of the Month projects for blog...
The Story Behind Harvest Medallion
by lsmith | Dec 10, 2025 | Designs, Quilt Along, Shop
A Fall Quilt Designed for Real Quilters and Real Homes I didn’t set out to design a new fall quilt. Truly.I was just teaching a few techniques for another class — freezer-paper templates and quilt-as-you-go appliqué — using this sweet little pumpkin block as the...
Applique Unplugged
by lsmith | May 27, 2025 | Applique Quilting
🧵 Appliqué Unplugged Skip the Stitch. Keep the Style. Welcome to Appliqué Unplugged—a fresh take on fusible, freezer paper, machine, and dimensional appliqué designed for real quilters (with real lives and real fabric stashes). Whether you’re curious, cautious,...
Using Freezer Paper Templates
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....