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Today I’m excited to share my review of Bev McCullough’s (of Flamingo Toes) latest book, Make it Mini. It’s full of mini quilt patterns, which all feature a touch of hand embroidery. I’m so excited today to participate in the bo.” tour for Bev’s newest book, “Make it Mini”. The book features 13 Mini quilts,…
Recently Cricut released an updated version of its Maker and Explore machines. I’ve been using the NEW Maker 3 for over a month now and am excited to share my thoughts about it. I’ll break down what’s new, how it’s different from the original Maker machine and give you my review of the machine’s features….
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Never miss a new project or a tutorial! Plus you’ll get FREE access to our sewing template library! The library is full of HUNDREDS of templates that complement our online sewing tutorials. Newsletter arrives once a week, and we never sell or share your information with anyone. EVER!
Congratulations! You have a new sewing machine, but now what do you do? Here are 4 things that I recommend you do when you get a new sewing machine. You can find a tutorial for the sewing machine mat in the photo here. I wanted to take a minute and talk a little bit about…
We’ve been busy at work behind the scenes developing a new quilt and sewing patterns. A new shipment of quilt patterns just arrived and I can’t wait to share them with you. As much as I love the instant gratification of a digital PDF sewing pattern I know that not everyone likes them as much…
I’m so excited to announce that there is a new Christmas Quilt Pattern in the shop! The Santa’s Hat Shop quilt pattern is a Santa Hat quilt pattern that is fun, bright and oh so festive! I am finally ready to share my newest quilt pattern with you, the Santa’s Hat Shop Quilt! I got…
I always love it when I find new quilt patterns that I want to make! Today’s project is one of those quilt patterns. Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl stitched up this gorgeous Across the Board quilt using Derby Day Fabrics! Keep reading to find out more about the quilt and her pattern. If you like…
The shop is loaded up with new sewing patterns and to celebrate I’ve got a special discount to share with you. Keep reading to find out more! Last weekend I carved out a bit of time to make a project that had been on my “wish list” for a few weeks now. While I was…
Today, I have a Cricut Maker review to share with you. Â It’s a brand-new product from Cricut, and it can cut fabric! Â Keep reading to find out what I thought about the machine. I am also answering some of the most frequently asked questions about the Cricut Maker. Disclosure: I work with Cricut as a…
If you’re looking for a fun summer quilt project then you may just love my new Patchwork Safari Quilt pattern. It’s a fun quilt to stitch up, and can be made in a few different sizes. Keep reading to find out more! My next fabric line with Riley Blake Designs, Safari Party hits stores this…
This past year I set a goal for myself to convert my PDF sewing patterns into printed patterns that could be sold in stores. I have received many emails from shop owners over the years asking for a way to sell the patterns in their shops, but just wasn’t ready to take that step yet….
On my blog I am frequently  asked questions about how to sew, most are pretty specific and I answer them the best that I can, and some are more general, like “how do you learn to sew?”, “where do I start?” and “what did I do wrong?” Today I’m going to share with you my…
Happy Thursday!! I just wanted to pop in here and let you know that I am now offering printed sewing patterns in the shop! Right now I have 5 sewing patterns available for purchase in print form. There will be 3-4 more coming later this summer. If you are a shop and would like…
Today I’m excited to reintroduce you to the June Bag Cross Body Bag Sewing Pattern. It’s one of the very first patterns that I designed, and one of my favorites. Way back in 2008 I was going on a trip and needed a lightweight cross-body bag to take with me. I just need to…
Today I’m excited to announce my latest Tote Bag Sewing Pattern, the Derby Tote. It’s a great simple tote bag that is easy to sew and can be customized a bunch of different ways. This tote bag pattern is perfect for beginners. I hope you’ll like it whether you’re just learning to sew or are…
Today I’m excited to announce that I’m releasing TWO new Polka Dot Chair PDF Sewing Patterns. I actually have 4 more patterns slated for release sometime this quarter these are just the first two. The first pattern is for the Padded Storage Bins that I shared with you guys last week! These bins are padded with…
To view ALL of the posts in the Block of the Month series, JUST CLICK HERE for the Archive. Â Â That link contains all of the projects posted to date. Today I’m very excited to introduce to you a new blog series that I’ve been putting together this year. Â To be honest I kept going back…
This is the second part of my quilt market fabrics recap to see part one click here.. to see my quilt market recap click here. Okay, I’ve got lots yummy fabric for you to ogle at today. Â At market after the stress of the Cotton and Steel booth sample spree, I was a little bit…
I’m still processing my first Quilt Market experience. Â Trying to sort out new ideas and inspiration and prioritize tasks and potential new projects. It’s crazy when you have a blog, so much of what you do is decided by what YOUÂ want to do. Except for when I’m dealing with a deadline, what I work…
I’m so excited to be introducing to you today my newest PDF Sewing Pattern these Nesting Doll Zip Pouches, a Matryoshka Doll Pattern. This pattern is a bit different from the patterns I’ve released in the past in that it includes printable images with the pattern, the little Matryoshka Dolls. You can buy the PDF…
The folks at Moda got a bunch of us Moda Bake Shop designers together again to collaborate on a new book. Â This one’s called Sweet Celebrations. Let me tell you I’m soooooo excited for this one to come out!! Not because I have a project featured in it, but because the projects in it all…
The Garden Patch Quilt Block pattern is block thirteen in the Riley Blake Designs quilt block challenge series. Minki Kim designed this clever and simple quilt block. Hello there! The Riley Blake block challenge is nearing its end. This week, I’m sharing a free PDF pattern for block thirteen of sixteen in the challenge. I…
Learn how to turn a few pieces from a fabric panel into an adorable, feminine, quilted tote bag perfect for all your spring and summer adventures! Follow along with our easy-to-follow step-by-step sewing directions to create your tote bag! In the last few fabric collections I’ve designed, I’ve included a panel specifically designed to make…
Join me as I sew along with the Riley Blake Designs quilt block challenge! This week’s free quilt block pattern is Square Pegs and is a pattern for a 10″ finished quilt block featuring a row of squares crisscrossing the block. Welcome to week eleven of the Riley Blake Quilt Block challenge. I actually forgot…
Looking for a new quilt pattern to try out? Check out these printable quilt patterns featuring a variety of blocks and designs for quilters of all skill levels. They’re perfect for your next quilting project! The internet is full of free quilt patterns, which is lovely and overwhelming. I’ve blogged for over 15 years and…
The Time Waits for No One quilt block is block ten of the Riley Blake Designs quilt block challenge. This free quilt block pattern features several Quarter Square Triangles and was designed by Karen Walker. It’s a new month, which means new block patterns for the 2024 Riley Blake Designs Quilt block challenge! As a…
Whether you’re a seasoned seamstress or just starting with a needle and thread, these step-by-step zip pouch sewing patterns will help you create stylish and practical zippered bags for any occasion. From cosmetic pouches to versatile travel bags, our free sewing tutorials appeal to every skill level, offering clear instructions and tips! Several of these…
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I’m excited to introduce you to my newest quilt pattern, Tailored Tulips. The Tailored Tulips quilt pattern is a pre-cut-friendly tulip quilt pattern made using a 10-inch precut or layer cake of fabric and some yardage. It is a companion quilt pattern for my new fabric line with Riley Blake, Tulip Cottage. I’ll share more…
The Glisten quilt block pattern is a free pattern for a 10″ star quilt block. It is block eight in the Riley Blake Designs Quilt Block Challenge. Block 8 in the 2024 Riley Blake Designs quilt block challenge is a unique star quilt block designed by Jill Finley of Jillily Studios. One of my favorite…
Quilting, a time-honored craft that combines creativity and precision, relies heavily on accurate fabric cutting. This guide will walk you through the process of using a rotary cutter and ruler to cut fabric accurately for your quilting projects. Three must-have tools for all quilters are the rotary cutter, cutting mat, and quilt ruler. Precise fabric…
The Star Crossed Quilt block pattern is block seven of the Riley Blake Designs Quilt block challenge. It is a free pattern for a star quilt block, incorporating a Granny Square block into the center. Welcome to Block 7 of the Riley Blake 2024 Quilt Block Challenge! If you’re new here and not sure what…
Create a beautiful quilt perfect for Spring with our free easy to easy-to-follow Gathered Precuts Quilt Pattern. Some of you may remember last fall when I shared a free pattern on the site called Gathered Pre-Cuts. The quilt pattern was designed to use a 10-inch pre-cut stack of fabric, sometimes called a layer cake and…
The Bloom Where You Are Planted quilt block pattern is a free pattern for a 10″ finished large flower quilt block. It is block six in the Riley Blake Quilt block challenge. Welcome to week six of the Riley Blake Quilt Block challenge. If you’re new here, the Block Challenge is a weekly quilt hosted…
Today, I’m excited to share with you a free pattern for the Dazzle Quilt block as a part of the Riley Blake quilt block challenge. The Dazzle quilt block is the fifth quilt block in the 2024 Riley Blake Designs quilt block challenge. The Riley Blake Block challenge is a free quilt along hosted by…
Metal frame coin pouches are easier to make than you think and make great gifts! Learn how to draft a custom pattern for a simple frame clutch with this metal frame coin purse tutorial. Whether you’re an experienced sewing enthusiast or a newcomer seeking a fulfilling project, our detailed step-by-step instructions will walk you through…
Welcome to month two of the 2024 Riley Blake Designs quilt block challenge! We are kicking off February with a free Framed Star Quilt Block pattern. It’s time to share block 4 in the Riley Blake Quilt Block challenge. This week’s block is designed by Fran Gulick, a fellow Riley Blake fabric designer who also…
Practice your improv piecing skills and use up some of your fabric scraps as you sew these adorable scrappy fabric bookmarks! Learn how to do it in this step-by-step tutorial. Are you looking for a fun and practical way to repurpose fabric scraps? Transform those leftover pieces into delightful fabric bookmarks! This simple and enjoyable…
As a part of the Riley Blake Designs Quilt block challenge, I have a free quilt block pattern for you. The block is named Daylesford and is a unique take on a variable star quilt block. It’s week three of the 2024 Riley Blake Designs quilt block challenge! This week’s block is a fun star…
Looking for a small quilt project that you can tackle in an afternoon? Why not try making a Mug Rug? If you’re looking for mug rug patterns, here are some of our favorite free quilted mug rug patterns! There’s something inherently comforting about sipping a warm beverage, especially when it comes in a mug placed…
It’s week two of the Riley Blake Designs quilt block challenge! This week’s block is a free 10″ quilt block pattern named Sparkle & Shine. It’s week two of the Riley Blake quilt block challenge, and Bev McCullough of Flamingo Toes designed this week’s quilt block pattern! The block is a fun take on a…