Sewn Modern Quilt Patterns
Gifts for Quilters 2024!
Sewn Quilt Patterns Surface Pattern Design Tutorials
Hello, friends! I'm popping in for an updated list of the best gifts for the quilter or sewist in your life. Let's get to it! Stocking Stuffers: All of these can be found in my Amazon storefront. When you purchase using my storefront my small business earns a commission without you paying more for your purchase. Win win! I love to find little small things to stuff in a stocking. A quilter can never have too many of these! Another idea would be to grab a few of these small items, drop them into one of my sewing mugs and...
Five Intermediate Modern Quilt Patterns
Above is the Living Room Quilt Pattern. The only reason I'm calling this intermediate is because it has some slightly tricky ruler work. But it is very repetitive so once you make your first cuts, it's simple. Today I've got a short and simple post where I'm consolidating my top five intermediate level quilt patterns. These are all great if you want to hone your skills or learn a new one. Let's jump in! This is the Rooflines Quilt Pattern and again the only reason I'm saying this one is intermediate is the ruler work. I...
What is Surface Pattern Design?
Interior Design Surface Pattern Design
Surface pattern design by definition is a pattern that is created to repeat seamlessly on any surface such as wallpaper, fabric, etc. My love of interior design and quilting has always returned me to this dream. My dream is to become a surface pattern designer. I want to see my own designs come to life on fabric, wallpaper, rugs, journals and anywhere else it takes me! Above are some branch sketches and a wallpaper that is available on my Spoonflower shop. Here are just a few small examples of where you might see a repeating piece of...
Rooflines Quilt Pattern
Today is the day friends! The Rooflines Quilt Pattern is out in the world. It's been over a year since I have designed a modern quilt pattern and released it into the world so it feels great to shake off the dust today! I was approached by Modish Quilter Magazine in 2022 about designing a pattern for an upcoming issue of their online magazine. I immediately said - yes! This pattern originally released in their January 2023 issue with instructions for the throw size only. Above is the original quilt I made for Modish Quilter Magazine. It...
Sewing Machine Maintenance
Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission from the sale if you click through and purchase. We LOVE our sewing machines don't we? We work them to the bone so they definitely need some R&R every now and then. Today I'm sharing a few maintenance musts for you to keep in mind while you're quilting. Before we begin I have a quick note for you all. These are my own tips and guidelines that I follow for my Bernina 350. You should always refer to your...