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How to Make a Dresden Quilt Block – August Block of the Month
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How to Make a Dresden Quilt Block – August Block of the Month

Today I’m excited to share with you photos of my completed Block of the Month Sampler Quilt AND the tutorial for the August Block; a Dresden Quilt Block.  I’ve had a great time putting this series of blocks together for you and hope that you’ve enjoyed making the blocks. If you missed it be sure…

Giant Hunter’s Star Baby Quilt Pattern
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Giant Hunter’s Star Baby Quilt Pattern

This Giant Hunter’s Star Baby quilt pattern is a modern take on a traditional baby quilt. The oversized quilt block allows this quilt to be created quickly in a modern style that will appeal to many new mothers! I’m excited to share another “Giant” baby quilt tutorial with you today! I didn’t come up with…

Large Hexagon Quilt Tutorial
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Large Hexagon Quilt Tutorial

Hi there! I’m so excited today to share the tutorial for this Large Hexagon Quilt with you. I was able to whip this Halloween Quilt up very quickly using half hexagon quilt pieces, this free Hexagon Quilt Pattern, and a bunch of Halloween fabric fat quarters.  This large hexagon Halloween quilt comprises an extremely random…

40+ Free Baby Quilt Patterns & Tutorials
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40+ Free Baby Quilt Patterns & Tutorials

I’m excited to share more than 40 of my favorite free baby quilt patterns with you! Baby quilts are great projects for quilters of all skill levels since they are small and relatively quick to sew. Looking for the perfect baby quilt pattern? Look no further! We have over 40 free patterns and tutorials to…

Learn the Basics of Engish Paper Piecing with this Star Quilt Block Tutorial
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Learn the Basics of Engish Paper Piecing with this Star Quilt Block Tutorial

If you’ve ever wondered what English Paper Piecing was or how to get started, then you’re going to love today’s tutorial. Sarah Ashford is back with us again teaching you how to make this fun Star Quilt Block embroidery hoop that features English Paper Piecing (also called EPP). For us in the Northern Hemisphere, the…

Herringbone Baby Quilt Pattern using 8 at a time HST Method
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Herringbone Baby Quilt Pattern using 8 at a time HST Method

Learn how to make a simple modern baby quilt. This Herringbone baby quilt pattern features a quick-to-piece 8 at a time half square triangle method. Last year we added a new baby to our extended family! My brother and his wife had a baby girl.  As soon as I found out my sister-in-law was expecting,…

Santa’s Snack Mat – a Christmas Mini Quilt Tutorial
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Santa’s Snack Mat – a Christmas Mini Quilt Tutorial

Sarah Ashford has the cutest idea for today’s quilt tutorial! She created a special snack mat just for Santa Claus. What a perfect way to leave milk and cookies out for him on Christmas Eve! I love that it’s a fun take on a Christmas Mini quilt pattern. Keep reading to find out how to…

Fabric Selvage Zip Pouch Sewing Tutorial
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Fabric Selvage Zip Pouch Sewing Tutorial

Sarah Ashford is back with us today sharing this cute Fabric Selvage Zip Pouch sewing tutorial. It’s a great way to use up some of those adorable fabric selvages you’ve been saving!  If you don’t save your fabric selvages you might just start after seeing Sarah’s cute tutorial!  I’ve been collecting selvages for about 5…

50+ Easy Beginner Quilt Patterns & Free Tutorials
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50+ Easy Beginner Quilt Patterns & Free Tutorials

This beginner-friendly quilting patterns list features free quilt patterns all with clear, step-by-step instructions. Learn how to quilt by starting with one of these simple quilt patterns. I am frequently asked, “What is a good quilt pattern for a beginner?”. I’ve spent a lot of time researching quilt patterns for beginners. Today I’m going to…

Adorable Small Sewing Projects to Tackle in a Weekend
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Adorable Small Sewing Projects to Tackle in a Weekend

A few weeks ago, I asked some of my “blogging buddies” to create a few small sewing projects using Derby Day Fabrics. I absolutely LOVE the projects they came up with. They shared so many things to sew! From adorable mini quilts, dress patterns, travel sewing kits, and more.  Each one of these simple sewing projects…

Tips and Tricks for using the Cricut Maker for Quilting & Free Mini Quilt Pattern
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Tips and Tricks for using the Cricut Maker for Quilting & Free Mini Quilt Pattern

Today I’m going to share with you some tips and tricks for using the Cricut Maker for Quilting. We will talk about how to cut out basic shapes from fabric with the machine,  and how to cut out all of the shapes for your quilt project when working with an existing pattern. I’m also sharing…

Sweet Treats Quilt Block Tutorial
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Sweet Treats Quilt Block Tutorial

Today’s tutorial by Simple Simon and Co has visions of sugarplums dancing in my head! They are sharing a free tutorial for this Sweet Treats Quilt Block. If you like this project, you may also like this Dresden Quilt Block tutorial.  This time of the year I start getting sentimental for holidays of my youth and…

New Cricut Maker Machine Review and FAQ’s
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New Cricut Maker Machine Review and FAQ’s

Today, I have a Cricut Maker review to share with you.  It’s a brand-new product from Cricut, and it can cut fabric!  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…

How to Finish your Block of the Month Quilt; and PDF Version
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How to Finish your Block of the Month Quilt; and PDF Version

Today marks the end of our 2015/2016 Quilt Block of the Month Series. It’s time to turn those quilt blocks into a completed Quilt! If you’re looking for all of the blocks featured in this series just CLICK HERE.   Whew! I can’t believe that 1 year has passed since I started the Block of the Month series…

How to Make a Plus Quilt Block – September Block of the Month
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How to Make a Plus Quilt Block – September Block of the Month

I hope you’re ready to play along with the Quilt Block of the Month series here on the Polka Dot Chair!  This month we kick things off with a Plus Quilt Block Tutorial.  It’s designed to be a skill builder block.  If you’re playing along be sure to share your finished blocks on social media…

Derby Style Fabric
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Derby Style Fabric

  Hello, Happy Monday Morning to y’all!  Today it’s my turn for the Riley Blake Fabric Designer Blog Hop! If you came here from the previous stop,  Lori Whitlock‘s blog welcome!  I thought that I’d start by introducing myself. My name is Melissa Mortenson, I live in the Louisville Kentucky area with my husband and 2…