Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the Saturday Seven 315: Lifestyle & More for Quilters with a round-up of ideas for you for this weekend and the week ahead. I hope you'll find some wonderful ideas in today's post. Also, I recently realized that there are just three weeks left in this year--how
A Quilting Life Best Posts 2023
Hello, friends! Thanks so much for stopping by to read about the A Quilting Life Best Posts 2023. It is really so much fun to see what the most-read posts were for the year and to look back and think about what my favorite posts and projects were. I never let myself look at the yearly stats for post
Quilt Block of the Month December 2023 + Finishing
Hello, friends! Today is the day I'm sharing my Quilt Block of the Month December 2023 blocks along with the finishing instructions for this year's quilt. You'll also find links to all of the previous blocks from earlier this year, important notes for downloading the 2023 patterns, and everything
Saturday Seven 314: Lifestyle & More for Quilters
Hello, friends! Thanks so much for stopping by for the Saturday Seven 314: Lifestyle & More for Quilters post. I'm hoping to get the majority of my decorating finished up this weekend--and also work on some more small projects! But I'm also trying to be realistic and keep a slower pace. It
A Quilting Life Favorites November 2023
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the A Quilting Life Favorites November 2023 edition. This has been a whirlwind of a month for sure--it seemed like it took a bit to recover from Quilt Market, and now the end of the month is being spent catching up after the Thanksgiving holiday.
A Quilting
A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 98 Show Notes
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 98 Show Notes. In today's episode our podcast group (me, Chelsi, and Billy) shared things we are thankful for. Then we transitioned to sharing all about great gift ideas for your quilting friends (or for you). We hope you'll enjoy
Saturday Seven 313: Lifestyle & More for Quilters
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the Saturday Seven 313: Lifestyle & More for Quilters post. I hope you'll find some wonderful ideas for your weekend and the week ahead in this round-up post of inspiration I've found from around the web this week. (I've also got a free Christmas Decor'
Happy Thanksgiving 2023
Hello, friends! I know today is a busy day, but I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving 2023. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays of the year, perhaps because it is the one holiday that truly focuses on gratitude and giving thanks.
Happy Thanksgiving 2023
Childhood
Quilting Life Bookshelf | Books I’ve Read in 2023
Hello, friends! Today I'm stepping just a little bit out of my regular routine of writing about quilting and am sharing Books I've Read in 2023. Long-time readers will know that I have a quite bookish background with bachelor's and graduate studies in English (I also taught English 101 and 102 at
Quilt Works in Progress November 2023
Hello, friends! Thanks so much for stopping by for today's Quilt Works in Progress November 2023 post. I know this is a busy week and that the holidays are just around the corner. So, I hope you might find some small project inspiration for your own holiday sewing in today's post.
Quilt Works
Saturday Seven 312: Lifestyle & More for Quilters
Hello, friends, and Happy Saturday! Today I'm sharing the Saturday Seven 312: Lifestyle & More for Quilters with a round-up of fun things I've found from around the web this week. I hope these ideas will help jumpstart your weekend and the busy week ahead. (For those of you in the United States
Simple Gift Ideas for Quilters
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing thoughts and ideas on Simple Gift Ideas for Quilters. Whether the quilter you are shopping for is you or a friend or family member, I have my best ideas included here! Whether you're looking for something to make or to buy for the special people on your list, you
A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 97 Show Notes
Hello, friends, and thanks so much for stopping by for today's A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 97 Show Notes post. We shared all about our experiences at International Quilt Market in Houston Texas in today's episode. You'll get all of our thoughts on the future of Quilt Market and a mini state of
Saturday Seven 311: Lifestyle & More for Quilters
Happy Saturday! Today I'm sharing the Saturday Seven 311: Lifestyle & More for Quilters post. I hope you'll find something inspiring for your weekend and the week ahead from this roundup of ideas I've found from around the internet. I'm hoping to spend some good time in my sewing room today. (I
Houston Quilt Market 2023 Part 2
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing my Houston Quilt Market 2023 Part 2 post. Today I'll share the booths from the Shops at Moda section. I'm always a bit partial to the Moda section and feel like they are always THE place to be (of course I am a little bit biased). But when you see these amazing
Moda Blockheads 5 Block 9
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing all of the details for Moda Blockheads 5 Block 9 which is a gorgeous foundation paper pieced star block with an applique' option from Sarah Thomas of Sariditty. I decided to go with an alternate block that was shared by Joanna Figueroa earlier in the sew along. Keep
Quilt Block of the Month November 2023
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the Quilt Block of the Month November 2023 post. I've got the pattern link, tips and tricks, and this month's video. In addition, keep reading for the 2024 Block of the Month Fabric Requirements along with additional information for next year so that you can be
Saturday Seven 310: Lifestyle & More for Quilters
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the Saturday Seven 310: Lifestyle & More for Quilters with a roundup of things I've found from around the internet this week. I'm planning up on catching up on all of the things around the house that I let go when getting ready for market. And them I'm also
Houston Quilt Market 2023 Part 1
Hello, friends! I'm home from Houston Quilt Market 2023, and while I haven't completely recovered from all of the fun, I am ready to get to work on all of the things! As I started getting photos ready for this post, I realized that there will definitely be a part 2 and perhaps even a part 3. There
Moda Blockheads 5 Block 8
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing Moda Blockheads 5 Block 8, Community Star from Robin Pickens. This block has been one of my absolute favorites for this round. And I used a different method for my block assembly than the pattern in order to simplify. I've got all of the details below.
Moda
A Quilting Life Favorites October 2023
Hello, friends! It's time for the A Quilting Life Favorites for October 2023. If you've been reading for a while, you know that this is one of my favorite posts to write each month. I truly love the practice of reflection in order to reset and start again for the upcoming month.
A Quilting Life
A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 96 Show Notes
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 96 Show Notes. Today's episode was a listener question episode, and we covered a wide range of topics. Along with the topics in the list below, we also share thoughts about heading off to International Quilt Market in Houston,
Saturday Seven 309: Lifestyle & More for Quilters
Hello, friends! I hope your Saturday is off to a wonderful start! Today I'm sharing the Saturday Seven 309: Lifestyle & More for Quilters. Today I'm actually in Houston, Texas for the first day of International Quilt Market. I'll be sure to share a fun re-cap of all of the excitement when I get
Preview: International Quilt Market 2023
Hello, friends! I'm really excited to be heading to International Quilt Market 2023 in Houston, Texas! While I've attended as a blogger and author and exhibited as a Moda Fabric Designer many times, it has been four years since I last attended. So, you can imagine how excited I am to get back. Today
Moda Blockheads 5 Block 7
Hello, friends! Today I'm extra excited to share the Moda Blockheads 5 Block 7 because this week it's my turn to share a favorite star-themed block. I've named my block Summer Star, because there is just something about a beautiful star-filled night in the summer where I live.
Moda Blockheads
A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 95 Show Notes
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 95 Show Notes with the topics we shared, links, and more!
A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 95 Show Notes
Episode 95 Details & Links
Below you'll find this week's topics and links:
Where to Listen & Watch
Saturday Seven 308: Lifestyle & More for Quilters
Hello, friends! First, thank you so much for being here. I love writing my Saturday posts, but they do take a bit more time than my weekly posts. So thank you so much for the kind comments and emails sharing your appreciation for the Saturday Seven!
Today I'm sharing my Saturday Seven 308:
Flower Garden Medley Pattern
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing a fun new design, my Flower Garden Medley Pattern with three different projects perfect for using English paper-pieced Grandmother's Flower Garden blocks. I've also got a video to go along with today's post so you can see all of the projects up close. And I've
Moda Blockheads 5 Block 6
Hello, friends, and happy Moda Blockheads 5 Block 6 day! This week's block is from Laurie Simpson, and she has titled her block "Celeste." I've always loved this block design and have a recent quilt pattern with similar blocks--but with a fun twist. I'll share details on that quilt in today's post,
A Quilting Life Works in Progress October 2023
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the A Quilting Life Works in Progress October 2023 post. I've been working on mostly smaller projects over the past several weeks while at the same time getting ready for International Quilt Market in Houston, Texas at the end of the month. It's been busy, but I've
Saturday Seven 307: Lifestyle & More for Quilters
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the Saturday Seven 307: Lifestyle & More for Quilters post with links I've found from around the internet this week. I hope you're able to enjoy some time in your sewing room this weekend. I definitely plan to get at least 3-4 hours of sewing/organizing done
Athena Crossbody Quilted Bag
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing all about the new Athena Crossbody Quilted Bag which is a new design from my friend Kait of Knot & Thread and her sister Mary. Shortly before the pattern released, Kaitlyn shared some fun photos of the bag, and I immediately knew I had to make one. Fast forward
Moda Blockheads 5 Block 5
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing Moda Blockheads 5 Block 5 which is a beautiful block from designer Jenelle Kent of Pieces to Treasure. I had fun picking Strawberry Lemonade fabrics for both of my blocks and have some tips to share as you get ready to sew this week.
Moda Blockheads 5 Block
A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 94 Show Notes
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 94 Show Notes post with everything you need to know about today's episode. If you are new here, you can also find all of the details on how to listen to our twice-monthly quilting podcast.
A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 94
Saturday Seven 306: Lifestyle & More for Quilters
Hello, friends, and happy Saturday! Today I'm sharing Saturday Seven 306: Lifestyle & More for Quilters. On Saturdays I share a roundup of fun things in a variety of categories I've found from around the internet. I have so many things I want to do this weekend including finishing up some
Favorite Sampler Quilts: Row Quilts & More
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing my Favorite Sampler Quilts: Row Quilts & More with a fun show and tell video to go along with today's post. I recently realized that some of my early row quilts hadn't yet been shown on our YouTube channel and decided a fun round up post and video was in order.
Moda Blockheads 5 Block 4
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the Moda Blockheads 5 Block 4 which is a delightfully fun Super Scrappy Star by Corey Yoder. I've got the pattern PDF link, tips, and more fun things to share today.
Moda Blockheads 5 Block 4
Block 4 Details and Tips
This week's block is a scrappy
Quilt Block of the Month October 2023
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the Quilt Block of the Month October 2023 with this month's block pattern in two sizes. I also have an additional pattern for you today for friendship star blocks that will be used as sashing cornerstones and in the pieced block border if you are making the quilt
Saturday Seven 305: Lifestyle & More for Quilters
Hello, friends, and thank you so much for stopping by for today's Saturday Seven 305: Lifestyle & More for Quilters. My Saturday posts focus on fun things from around the web to inspire your weekend and the week ahead. I hope you'll find several ideas to jumpstart your creativity and
A Quilting Life Favorites September 2023
Hello, friends, and thanks so much for stopping by for today's Quilting Life Favorites September 2023 post. I love writing these posts, looking back over my month and also at the same time looking forward to the month ahead. You'll find the most read posts, recent finishes, the five things I'm
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