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Sewn Scandinavian Series: Close-Knit Quilt Pattern

Sewn Scandinavian Series: Close-Knit Quilt Pattern

 Purchase your copy of the Close-Knit Quilt Pattern here! The third pattern in our series is here y'all! I know you're not supposed to pick favorites, but this one honestly takes the cake for me. I have had a lot of fun making different versions of this one and I connect a lot to the inspiration behind this one. Let's dig in!      Another aspect of Scandinavian homes is their creation of a cozy atmosphere. Their winters can be long and very harsh so a cozy spot to gather with family and friends inside is important. So, important that...

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Surface Pattern Design Series: Jen Hewett

Surface Pattern Design Series: Jen Hewett

Headshot by Jen Siska   Today's interview is an actual dream come true! I love Jen Hewett's work and her style. I felt like I was shooting for the moon when I reached out about an interview because I know how busy she is. Her work is incredible as you will see below.   I first started to follow her in 2018 when I discovered her fabric for the backing on the two Brothers Quilts I made for the boys' nursery. (I can't believe they were ever this small!) Photos above by Bree Linn Photography   Jen is an artist...

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Surface Pattern Designer Series: Fran Gulick

Surface Pattern Designer Series: Fran Gulick

  Today we are continuing our interview series with an interview with the one and only Fran Gulick of Cotton & Joy. She is a new quilt fabric designer with two collections she has designed for Riley Blake. Her fabrics and quilt patterns will make anyone and everyone smile! Fran brings so much color and joy to her work. Let's jump in and find out more about her journey into design!      Did you always know you wanted to be in a creative field? What did you study in school? Or, what did you originally see yourself doing as...

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Surface Pattern Designer Series: Clea Broad

Surface Pattern Designer Series: Clea Broad

    I thought it would be a fun change of pace for the summer to hear from some of my favorite surface pattern designers. Today, we are kicking off the series with an interview with Clea Broad.  Clea lives in Southeast London with her husband and two children. She has been in the creative industry for several years and has tried a little bit of everything from costume, prop making, floristry, millinery and styling. She made her debut into the quilting world with her first fabric line designed with PBS Fabrics - Lovestruck. I had the wonderful privilege to...

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Wool Pressing Mats

Wool Pressing Mats

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  The blocks above are from the Natural Harmony Quilt pattern. Have you heard about wool pressing mats? I see them everywhere, so I thought I would look into what they are all about. I got my Project Wool Pressing Mat about two years ago and have found several benefits to using it. Let's take a look!   Lightweight & Easy to Use My wool pressing mat is only 14" x 14" and...

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