To starch or not to starch? This is a question often asked by quilters. I always starch my fabric before cutting when I piece using these techniques: 1. curved piecing Because you need to cut across the grain when cutting curved shapes, starched fabric reduces the changes of cut pieces distorting and fraying. Starch also […]
Are you ready for Block 2 in the Around the World Block of the Month + Quilt Sew Along? If you haven’t signed up yet for the Around the World BOM, it’s not too late! Jump in at any time. Sign up here. This month we “travel to” London, England to visit the majestic Tower […]
I love designing and piecing quilt blocks using foundation paper piecing. This includes sewing sections and pieces of all sizes—ranging from large to tiny. If you’ve foundation paper piecing before, you know that this technique is fabulous because it allows us to get precise results. Taking this technique a step further and piecing small or […]
Yay! The Around the World 2021 Block of the Month (and Quilt Sew Along) starts today. I’m so excited to go on this quilting adventure with you. Be sure to check back here each month after you receive the email to download the monthly block pattern. I’ll be sharing my tips for piecing that month’s […]
Are you ready for our quilting adventure? The Around the World Block of the Month (BOM) quilt sew along is about ready for departure! With all of the travel restrictions because of the pandemic, I’m starting to develop a case of wanderlust (and I’m sure you are too)! I couldn’t think of a better time […]
Foundation paper piecing, called FPP for short, is an accurate and precise quilt piecing technique that enables quilters to piece complex designs easily. For this reason, many of the quilt patterns I design are constructed by foundation paper piecing. FPP does take a bit of patience and practice, but once you understand and remember the […]
Have you ever wanted to add something a little extra to your quilt blocks? I recently started experimenting with embroidery and I LOVE it! It’s an easy way to add custom details to your work. Today, I wanted to share some embroidery tips and inspire you to give it a try. Here are some Best […]
My quilt pattern designs are often inspired by current events (if you missed it, check out 6 Foot Ruler). As we’re looking to close out this unprecedented and bizarre year, everyone truly deserves an award for making it through 2020. To facilitate giving out awards, I offer you my latest quilt pattern, Best in Show: […]
It’s autumn here in New England—time for sweatshirts, pumpkins, and apple picking! To celebrate, I’m releasing my latest pattern, Apple Turnover! Apple Turnover pairs perfectly with prints, blender or solid fabric. This pattern is Fat Eighth (Mini and Wall sizes) and Fat Quarter (Runner and Throw sizes) friendly. Grab your favorite fat quarter bundle for […]
Are you looking for online presenters and teachers for your guild guild, group, or shop during this pandemic (and beyond)? Be sure to check out the latest quilt teacher directory: Global Quilt Connection. I’m happy to be announce I’ll be one of the teachers presenting my offerings during their second live, online “teacher meetup” on […]