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How to choose fabrics for quilts

March 1, 2024 Leave a Comment

Do you find it challenging to choose fabrics for your quilts? If so, here are some strategies I frequently use that might help. 1. How to choose fabrics for quilts - MULTICOLOR STRIPED FABRIC This approach will save you time and money! One of the most versatile and economical fabric options for quilts is multicolor striped fabric. With just one piece, you will have a variety of colors … [Read more...]

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New tutorial- Sewing grids on faux leather bags

January 28, 2024 Leave a Comment

Learn how to sew grids on faux leather bags

Have you seen my latest pattern, Heart Harmony? Click here for details. It features woven heart designs on faux leather and many other options. Here are a few projects: The back panel of the bags is "quilted" with different grids, so I thought to show you how to quilt these grids because some challenges appear and it is good to know how to avoid them! Here is a tutorial on how to sew … [Read more...]

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Fun with folded strips

December 22, 2023 3 Comments

I have many favorite sewing techniques, but this one that uses folded strips of fabrics is in TOP 3! Here is what you can do with some multicolor batik. This is a very easy technique! When the design was completed, I didn't like the color of the center patch at all, so I had to find a way to change it! You may encounter this problem too (especially if you work on a multicolor … [Read more...]

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How to sew double sided fabric napkins with mitered corners- tutorial

November 23, 2023 5 Comments

How to sew double sided fabric napkins with mitered corners

Edited to add: I turned these instructions into a printable file- download it at the end of the page. Learn how to sew double sided fabric napkins with mitered corners; this project is fun, quick, easy and you will be able to use beautiful fabrics from your stash. You can make them in any size, depending on the size of the fabrics you have at hand. If you have fat quarters from the same … [Read more...]

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How to sew double sided napkins with flanged binding

November 23, 2023 7 Comments

How to sew double sided fabric napkins

Edited to add: I turned these instructions into a printable file- download it at the end of the page. I am working on new Christmas quilt patterns and I am taking a short break to show you how you can use small panels of beautiful fabrics from your stash. I have a panel with 10'' blocks and thought to turn a few of them into napkins. But not the usual napkins, but embellished with a flange  - … [Read more...]

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Next level kaleidoscope experience

November 22, 2023 2 Comments

The kaleidoscope technique involves piecing together identical fabric shapes to create a visually complex and symmetrical design. The easiest kaleidoscope is the one that uses 4 pieces (squares or triangles), because you will need to cut your pieces from only 4 layers of fabric. I have a Kaleidoscope pattern that uses an easy technique for cutting the pieces from 4 layers, but do you know … [Read more...]

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Fussy cutting tips

November 3, 2023 Leave a Comment

Fussy cutting tips

For years, I believed fussy cutting was a tedious process unworthy of my time. But it wasn't until I started using it more and more that I realized how powerful it is. Combine that with a fascinating technique, and you'll be excited to spend time creating one-of-a-kind blocks and quilts. To make fussy cutting easier, sometimes a transparent plastic template is required. Depending on the … [Read more...]

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Printable Quilt Care Instructions

September 9, 2023 3 Comments

Printable quilt care instructions

How often do you gift quilts and send them off without including care instructions? I have to admit—I’ve been guilty of this too many times! Recently, though, I wanted to create something extra special; I finally finished this baby quilt (made with LOVING HUGS II pattern)... ... started in 2015... ... quilted in 2018... ... bound and washed in 2023! I never gift a quilt without … [Read more...]

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Practice free motion quilting feathers

July 28, 2023 3 Comments

I enjoy quilting feathers on a variety of shapes, but especially on these 3D designs.  If you want to practice free motion quilting feathers, you can start by drawing on paper with a pen, or even better- and easier, stitch without thread on paper. Start with a small designs- this is the key to not feeling overwhelmed. I made for you this design, if you want to use it, download it … [Read more...]

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Fabric Wall Pocket Tutorial

May 11, 2023 1 Comment

Folded fabric quilt pattern

If you need a quick, easy, and practical project, how about a wall pocket? I am glad to share with you this Fabric Wall Pocket Tutorial While you can use simple quilted panels for the pocket, you can add a special touch to the front panel, by piecing a few blocks - be as creative as you want! I chose four of these blocks- made with this pattern... and the pocket was ready for hanging in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: bag tutorials, handmade bags, quilting tutorials

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