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Sewn Scandinavian Series: Function & Flow Quilt

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Sewn Scandinavian Series: Function & Flow Quilt

    This is the final quilt pattern in our Sewn Scandinavian Series! Can you believe it?!    So, far in the series we have studied the concepts of thoughtful placement, harmony with nature and the close-knit relationships that are built with the design of Scandi homes. Today we are going to explore the concepts of Function & Flow - our patterns namesake. Let's jump in!       Scandinavian design at its most basic definition is functional, practical and minimalist. Architect Louis Sullivan is famous for his quote, "form ever follows function." This concept is practiced in Scandinavian homes...

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DIY Modern Advent Calendar

DIY Modern Advent Calendar

Today on the blog we have a returning guest - Katelyn Strader of @Kate.Shea.Quilts on IG! She's here to share a simple and free tutorial with you all for making your own modern Advent Calendar just in time to be ready for the holiday! Also, 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. Ok - happy sewing!         Hi! Its Kate from Kate Shea Quilts and I’m back with another tutorial. I have been making...

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Two-Color Quilts Shine In Their Simplicity

Two-Color Quilts Shine In Their Simplicity

  Two-Color Quilts Shine In Their Simplicity By Rebecca Bratburd With the largest ever fabric palette in history available to us, it’s a wonderful time to be a quilter. Yet, two-color quilts, with their muted honesty, offer a welcome vacation from the high volume that life brings to us in this day and age. Amy from Sewn Handmade built her Scandinavian Series on monochromatic and two-tone quilts, and it’s worth a deeper consideration. Speaking to minimalists, color enthusiasts and everyone in between, two-color quilts transcend trends and maintain their classic appeal— forever. At the same time, two-color quilts can transform...

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How to Turn Your Quilt Blocks into Tote Bags

How to Turn Your Quilt Blocks into Tote Bags

Today on the blog I have Kate Strader here to share all her tips and tricks for turning your favorite modern quilt blocks into a tote bag. I hope you enjoy this free tutorial! Please share your totes on Instagram so we can all see your makes! I'll hand it over to Kate now... enjoy!  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       Hi! I’m Kate from Kate Shea Quilts… lover of sewing and squishy...

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Surface Pattern Designer Series: Sarah Golden

Surface Pattern Designer Series: Sarah Golden

  Today we have our final interview of the Summer Series with Sarah Golden of Sarah Golden Art. I have admired Sarah's work for so, so long! I love her style and always love the modern quilt fabric she designs. Sarah is a painter and designer living in Sacramento, CA and is currently designing fabric for Andover Fabrics. I hope you'll enjoy her interview as much as I did! Let's jump in!     Did you always know you wanted to be in a creative field? What did you study in school? Tell us all about how you got to...

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