Hello! Today I'm happy to share the method I use for cross hatch quilting and straight line quilting. These are the two methods I use most when doing my own quilting, and they are simple to do, even if you're a beginner quilter. While this post was originally published in September 2016, I've
Saturday Seven 186: Lifestyle & Inspiration for Quilters
Hello, friends, and happy Saturday! We were out of town last weekend (which was wonderful), but I do love Saturdays at home, too! I have all of the plans to have a relaxing weekend along with getting a few things checked off of my list. I hope you'll enjoy today's Saturday Seven 186: Lifestyle &
Sewcialites Quilt Block 36
Hello, friends, and happy Friday! Today I'm sharing my version of the Sewcialites Quilt Block 36. This is the final block in the Sewcialites quilt; however, the sew along will continue for a couple more weeks with setting, backing and finishing details. All of my blocks are finished up, and I'm so
11 Quilted Wall Hangings to Make | Video
Hello, friends! Today's post (and video) contains a fun round up of 11 Quilted Wall Hangings to Make. I actually had a special request for this post and video and really enjoyed putting it together. You'll find photos and links to pattern information for all of the wall hangings in today's post. And
Sampler Spree Quilt Along Week One
Hello, friends! Today marks the beginning of Sampler Spree Quilt Along Week One, and I'm super excited to share my first batch of blocks with you. If you haven't heard about this quilt along already, you're going to want to keep reading because this sew along is going to be a good one. As soon as I
A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 30 Show Notes
Hello, friends, and happy Monday! Today I'm sharing the Quilting Life Podcast Episode 30 Show Notes with a list of everything we talked about on this episode as well as links to quilts, patterns, and notions we mentioned. We once again answered listener questions. And, we announced the winners of
Saturday Seven 185: Lifestyle + Inspiration for Quilters
Hello, friends, and happy Saturday! I was able to get away for a few days of rest and relaxation this week--will share a little about that next week. But today I'm sharing the Saturday Seven 185: Lifestyle + Inspiration for Quilters post with fun things I've found inspiring to me from around the
Sewcialites Quilt Block 35
Hello, friends, and happy Friday. Today I'm sharing the Sewcialites Quilt Block 35, Compassion, which was designed by Anne Sutton. It's hard to believe that this is the second to last block for this quilt and that the final block will be shared next week. I'm so happy to be caught up with my blocks
How to Use Quilt Panels in Your Quilting & Sewing Projects
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing a little bit about How to Use Quilt Panels in Your Quilting & Sewing Projects. I've enjoyed making some quick to finish projects over the past couple of years using these panels and thought I'd share some of my ideas with you. Additionally, I frequently get
How to Prepare for a Quilting Sew Along: 5 Top Tips
Hello, friends! I'm looking forward to beginning a new quilt along next week. (Be sure to read to the end of this post for some important details about the Sampler Spree Sew Along). But first, I thought I'd take a little time today to share How to Prepare for a Quilting Sew Along: 5 Top Tips that
Quilt Works in Progress June 2021
Hello, friends, and happy Monday! Today I'm sharing my Quilt Works in Progress June 2021 ideas. This month's works in progress post is actually a preview to my summer sewing goals and ideas as well. I hope you'll gather some good ideas from today's post and video.
Quilt Works in Progress June
Saturday Seven 184: Lifestyle & Inspiration for Quilters
Hello, friends, and happy Saturday! I hope you'll enjoy the Saturday Seven 184: Lifestyle & Inspiration for quilters post with ideas to inspire you for the weekend and the week ahead. I finished up a big deadline project yesterday that I've been working on for the last several months. I love
Sewcialites Quilt Block 34 + More
Hello, friends, and happy Friday! Today I'm sharing the Sewcialites Quilt Block 34 along with two of my recent catch-up blocks from earlier in the sew along. These blocks are part of the 36-block sew along presented by Fat Quarter Shop. We have just a couple of weeks to go, and I'm really looking
Quilt Block of the Month: June 2021
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the Quilt Block of the Month: June 2021 blocks. On the first Thursday of each month I share the free block of the month pattern for blocks in two sizes: 6" and 12" finished. I also share a video tutorial with extra tips and tricks for the blocks.
Quilt Block
Quilting Life May Favorites 2021
Hello friends, and happy June! Once again another month has arrived more quickly than I imagined...seems like the months are flying by, especially now that things are looking so much brighter in most places. Today I'm sharing the Quilting Life May Favorites 2021 which is a combination of the
A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 29 Show Notes
Hello, friends. Today I'm sharing the A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 29 Show Notes. Today's episode is a special one, because it marks our one-year anniversary of beginning our podcast. We take both a look back and a look forward in this episode, and you'll want to be sure to listen/watch to get
Saturday Seven 183 | Lifestyle + Inspiration for Quilters
Hello, friends, and happy Saturday! Today I'm sharing the Saturday Seven 183 | Lifestyle + Inspiration post for Quilters. I hope you'll find some wonderful ideas for your weekend and beyond. It's going to be hot and sunny here in my part of the world, and I'm hoping to get a lot of little things
Sewcialites Quilt Block 33 (and More)
Hello, friends, and happy Friday. Today I'm sharing Sewcialites Quilt Block 33 (and block 13). This week's block is a darling sewing machine block called Inspire was designed by Lori Holt. It was a lot of fun to make. I also enjoyed making the Joy block by Susan Ache. Keep reading for tips for both
How to Sew Binding on a Quilt
Hello, friends. Today I'm sharing How to Sew Binding on a Quilt along with my Top 5 Hand Stitched Binding Tips. I often get a lot of questions about binding, and while I have previously filmed two videos on my method, I didn't share the hand stitching details in either video. So today's post and
Sewing Room Organization: 5 Tips to Spring Clean
Hello, friends! Now is a great time to focus on Sewing Room Organization, so I'm sharing my 5 Top Tips to Spring Clean Your Sewing Room. I always get a lot of sewing accomplished in the summer when it's far too hot to go outside. With spring coming to an end and summer just around the corner, it's
Saturday Seven 182: Lifestyle + Inspiration for Quilters
Hello, friends, and happy Saturday. Today I'm sharing the Saturday Seven 182: Lifestyle + Inspiration for Quilters post. We are going to have some gorgeous weather today (70's-80's in May, yes, please)! So while I have some things to do inside, I'm also hoping to get outdoors a little, too. I hope
Sewcialites Quilt Block 32
Hello, friends, and happy Friday! Today I'm sharing the Sewcialites Quilt Block 32 along with my catch-up block, Sewcialites Block 6. I was also get some fun pictures of all of the blocks I've made so far for this sew along, and I'm anxious to finish and get this one put together.
Sewcialites
Quilt Works in Progress May 2021
Hello, friends! I know we are two-thirds into the month of May, but today I'm sharing my May Quilt Works in Progress along with a few ideas and projects I'm working on for June. I've also filmed a short video sharing today's projects and found a link to a pattern I've been getting lots of requests
How to Sew an On Point Quilt
Hello! Today I'm sharing an older post with directions and tips for how to sew an on point quilt. (An on point quilt is one in which the blocks are set in a diagonal setting). I get questions about this topic all the time and hope this post and a recent video can help anyone who needs extra visuals
A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 28 Show Notes
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the Quilting Life Podcast Episode 28 Show Notes. Here you'll find a list of topics we shared along with links to quilt patterns, books, and more. You'll also find links to the platforms where you can listen/watch the podcast as well as our social media
Saturday Seven 181: Lifestyle + Inspiration for Quilters
Hello, friends, and happy Saturday. Today I'm sharing the Saturday Seven 181: Lifestyle + Inspiration post for quilters. I hope you'll enjoy some of the articles, inspiration, recipes, and more in today's post. I'm planning to film a couple of videos this morning and then spend the day doing
Sewcialites Quilt Block 31 + Giveaway
Hello, friends, and happy Friday! Today I'm sharing the Sewcialites Quilt Block 31 which is the "Noble" block by Susan Ache. I'm also sharing the Sewcialites Quilt Block 7 by Bonnie Olaveson, "Kindred" that I made this week as part of my catch up process for this quilt along. Slowly, but surely, I'm
A Quilting Life Home & Hearth
Hello, friends! Happy Wednesday! Today I'm sharing something exciting. I'll have more to share in the near future, but for now I'm super excited to let you know that I have a new book coming out this September: A Quilting Life Home & Hearth. There are quilts and table runners, table toppers,
How To: Scrappy Quilt Binding Tutorial
Happy Monday! Today I'm sharing a favorite how-to post from a few years ago. (This post was originally published in July 2015). I've also added a brand new video with even more ideas on my process for piecing and sewing a Scrappy Quilt Binding. I hope you'll enjoy learning about this method for
Saturday Seven 180: Lifestyle + Inspiration for Quilters
Hello, and happy Saturday, friends! I hope your weekend is off to a great beginning and that you'll enjoy this Saturday Seven 180: Lifestyle + Inspiration post with links to inspiring articles, delicious recipes, free quilt patterns, and more. I'm hoping for a quiet weekend with some sewing, a
Sewcialites Quilt Block 30 (and more)
Hello, friends, and happy Friday! Today I'm sharing Sewcialites Quilt Block 30. You'll also see block 29 from last week and one of my catch-up blocks, Block 8. I'm slowly but surely getting caught up--and most importantly for me I'm staying caught up with the current week's blocks. I'm using our
Quilt Block of the Month: May 2021
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the A Quilting Life Quilt Block of the Month for May 2021. My block of the month patterns are shared each month on the first Thursday (regardless of the date), so today's the day! (Last month the first Thursday was also the first of the month, so it posted a little
Sewing Room Ideas: 5 Tips to Set up Your Sewing Space
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing all things sewing room with 5 Tips to Set up Your Sewing Space and more Sewing Room Ideas and thoughts on Sewing Room Organization. This post was originally published in 2019, but I've updated it and added even more organization ideas since going through this
A Quilting Life Podcast Episode 27 Show Notes
Hello, friends! Today I'm sharing the Quilting Life Podcast Episode 27 Show Notes. Here you'll find the list of topics we discussed along with links to any patterns or products we shared. (At the end of this episode we answered some fun listener questions about food). I've also included links to the
Saturday Seven 179 | Lifestyle + Inspiration for Quilters
Hello, and happy May! I hope you're weekend is off to a wonderful beginning! If you're new here, my Saturday Seven 179 | Lifestyle + Inspiration post is full of fun things to inspire your creative life and living. I hope you'll enjoy some of the articles, tutorials, ideas, and more. I'm hoping to
Bright Side Quilt Along + April 2021 Sew Sampler
Hello, friends! Today I'm excited to share the Bright Side Quilt Along with blocks I designed in our Happy Days fabrics for Fat Quarter Shop. These blocks will be included in the Sew Sampler boxes beginning with the April 2021 Sew Sampler. I'm also sharing all of the products included in this
April Favorites 2021 | A Quilting Life
Hello, friends! I can hardly believe the end of the month is nearly here, and that May is just around the corner. For our part of the world that means that our very hot summers aren't far behind, so I'm enjoying our wonderful weather now as much as I can. As I get ready to plan out my May blog posts
Best Scrap Quilt Ideas & Tips
Hello, friends! This post was originally published in July of 2018. But it has so many fun ideas that I've updated it and am re-publishing. Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the post for the recent updates. Enjoy!
Today I'm sharing my Best Scrap Quilt Ideas & Tips. Actually, I've also been
Saturday Seven 178: Lifestyle + Inspiration for Quilters
Happy Saturday friends! I hope you'll enjoy today's Saturday Seven 178: Lifestyle + Inspiration for Quilters posts. I found some great articles this week along with some fun DIY projects, tutorials, and more. We had lots of great progress on our home projects this week, and I'm hoping to start my
Sewcialites Block 28 (+ 27)
Today I'm sharing my version of the Sewcialites Block 28 along with last week's Block 27. These blocks have been so much fun for me--and a good practice in sewing with smaller pieces and making tiny blocks. I haven't done a lot of sewing with blocks this small (especially blocks with this many
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