Hello, friends! Today I have a fun assortment of things to share. I was recently asked if I might share a bit about my quilting day habits and little bit of what those days might look like. I’m also sharing the March 2026 Sew Sampler Box and a long-time work in progress from 2022! I also have a video to share the Sew Sampler unboxing and the work in progress blocks.
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Quilting Day Habits + March 2026 Sew Sampler Box and a Work in Progress
A recent email asked if I would share a few things about my quilting days (the writer also asked about Chelsi’s quilting days, and I think we will both share about this one day on the podcast). Here are a few specifics about my days.
My Quilting Day Habits
1. Time to Sew
I was asked if there was a specific time of the day or day of the week that I sew. I wish I could say I sew every day, but sometimes I just can’t get into my sewing room. If nothing else is going on, I do prefer to sew in the morning. I love having natural light and being able to start the day in as creative a way as possible. If I’m able to sew on a weekday, however, it’s usually late afternoon or early evening. On Saturdays I try to make sure I’m in my sewing room from at least 9 until noon. Saturday sewing is my favorite!
2. Favorite Sewing Environment
Another question I was asked was if I like to sew in peace and quiet or if I prefer listening to music or podcasts. When I first begin sewing, I’ll usually go through my podcast library and start there. If I finish all of my podcasts and still have sewing time, then I will switch to a playlist. So, I guess I do love to have a bit of background noise when I sew!
3. Process
Another question was asked about what my favorite part of the quilting process is. I actually love all of it! Years ago, I would have said I didn’t much like cutting out, adding borders, and adding binding. I feel like now that the adding of the borders is definitely my least favorite part of the process. My most favorite part is probably putting fabric to pattern. In fact, I love that so much that I often change things up while sewing. It’s so much fun to see all of the different options. I also love binding and seeing the quilt up close. And if I have a good podcast to listen to, cutting out can be pretty enjoyable as well.
4. Inspiration
A final question was asked about what (or who) inspires me. I love the ocean, flowers, art and architecture, and even home goods like dishes and towels. I think that all of these things inspire me. I’m also very inspired by antique quilts. I love mixing a traditional pattern with our very bright and happy fabrics. And I love seeing how other designers mix prints and patterns, too! I love nature’s canvas and the wealth of inspiration it provides. I’m grateful to God for providing us with such a beautiful world.
For more of a typical weekly “behind the scenes” read this post.
March 2026 Sew Sampler Box
We just filmed an unboxing of the recent March 2026 Sew Sampler Box. Watch it above or watch on our YouTube channel. And find all of the products included in this month’s box below. I also shared a work in progress from 2022–the Fat Quarter Shop Designer Mystery Quilt from that year. The patterns for this quilt along are all still available. And the reprint of Nantucket Summer is in stores now, too!
- Sew Sampler Box Subscription Sign Ups
- Pastel Prairie Jolly Bar
- 2×6 Creative Grids Ruler
- 2” Magnetic Ruler Handle
- 50 weight Salmon Aurifil Thread
- Flowering Block 12 and Finishing Pattern
- 2022 Designer Mystery Block of the Month
- Nantucket Summer Fabrics
Thanks so much to Cindy from California for these questions (we will address them on the podcast, too). And thank you so much for stopping by for today’s Quilting Daily Habits, March 2026 Sew Sampler Box, and my 2022 Designer Mystery Work in Progress.
Happy quilting!
mary says
I love it all; thanks for sharing your day.