Hello and happy Saturday! And happy September! And happy long weekend for those of you in the United States! I’m glad to be able to share today’s Saturday Seven Inspiration for Quilters 40. I can’t believe I’m only 12 weeks away from having done these posts for a year! Thank you so much for reading along on Saturdays! Yesterday afternoon I was able to get my third Walkabout quilt back from my quilter. I quickly sewed the binding on, hoping to get just a few pictures before the sun went down. Happily, I got a few! I’ll share more about this quilt soon, but I’m sprinkling some of the photos into this post!
I’m just a little bit head over heels with this Endless Summer quilt! This is the largest quilt from this group of patterns, finishing at 83″ x 83″. It’s a fat quarter quilt which makes is really easy to make from your stash! It’s beautiful in our Walkabout fabrics, but of course, it would be fun in many different fabric styles! I used a few of our low-volume / light prints for some of the star backgrounds and love the extra interest that adds. I also used one of our lighter prints as an accent throughout the quilt and love how it turned out as well. Backing and outer border are from the fun large floral in cream and taupe. And I used our semi-circles on green cut on the bias for the fun binding! I’ll share more soon…but patterns in paper and PDF (and a mini version) are here.
Oh, and there’s a mini version as well! And now I’d better get on with the Saturday Seven!
Saturday Seven Inspiration for Quilters 40
1. In last week’s post I shared my friend Alison’s part 1 post on favorite notions. Read part 2 in the series here!
2. Make a tote bag using charm pack squares and this tutorial.
3. Here are “10 Easy Tips to Keep Clutter Under Control.” Easy, simple ideas that really make a big difference! Also loved reading this list of 30 Habits of Healthy, Happy People.
4. And this was interesting…as quilters we are constantly creating things of beauty for ourselves and others. Seems like creativity might just be the cure for a mid-life (or any time of life) crisis!
5. Tips on finishing up your Works in Progress (with free downloadable organizing sheets available through Monday). Find them here!
6. Here is a delicious Apple Artisan Bread Recipe with a free printable! Not too sweet, but just sweet enough! Yum!
Sea Glass…one of my new patterns–pre-orders being taken now for kits for this quilt!
7. If you’re ready for some fall sewing…might I recommend my Maple Sky quilt in full size or mini! Find more information here and here! Both of these projects are wonderful stash busters! And see the pillow I made using the mini pattern here.
Thank You!
Finally, thank you so much for all of the kind comments on the new fabric and patterns! And remember, you can find all of the previous Saturday Seven posts here.
Thank you so much for taking time to read this week’s Saturday Seven Inspiration for Quilters 40 post! Have a wonderful rest of your weekend, and thanks so much for stopping by!
Jill says
Thank you for this post I started a blog last year about all crafts but quilting is one of my favourites. But I lost my motivation recently to make a quilt but reading this and seeing your quilts has got me rummaging around in my stash. Do you find it difficult to manage your time between making and blogging. I work in a school so I have had the Summer off I have enjoyed having the time to concentrate on my blog only to go on holiday only to come home and its all gone and I have to start again .
Thank you again you have a lovely blog and your quilts are lovely.
Sherri says
Thank you so much! Yes, it is often difficult to schedule the time for both making and blogging. I’m actually going to be writing a little bit about this in an upcoming post. Thank you for reading!
Hildy says
Beautiful new quilt and the mini is amazing! Happy Saturday to you:-)
Gwyn Welliver says
I love the Endless Summer mini! Just calming to look at. What pattern of yours would you recommend for the use of jelly rolls?
Lynda Hermann says
I look forward to this post every week – thank you
Kate says
Your quilts are always beautiful! I very much enjoy reading this post every week and those in between.
Colette L Molumby says
I love the tote bag using charms tutorial! Everyone can use a tote and now I know what I will be doing with all those lovely charm packs I have collected!
Laura M says
Love your tote bag tutorial. It’s on my list.
Marge Barlow says
I loved the 10 tips to declutter. I follow some of them now, but I will be adding a couple more.
Teri B says
Your Saturday Seven post is great! I really like the Simple Quilted Zipper Bag post too!
Patti says
I enjoy reading all your posts. As a relatively new quilter I find something useful and inspiring in each one.
Kathy Langston says
Hi. I like to see more on how to appliqué better. Thank you.
Vera says
I just love seeing what everyone creates. SO Inspirational!
Susan Spiers says
Your Maple Leaf pillow you made is so pretty! Thank you for sharing!
April Miller says
I enjoyed looking through your site. I like learn how to put block together to get new looks from the traditional blocks. It’s a lot of trail and error. Thank you!
Linda Schoenbaum says
Enjoyed this blog. My husband id looking forward to me baking the artisan apple bread. (#6)
Alys says
Love the sea glass quilt, so bright and colorful
Sara says
I love your fresh color selections! Very nice. Also, the Save the Bees variations are a great idea.
Gay Ferland says
Hello!! I’m visiting for the first time!!! I love your blog, it’s so colorful and fun, great ideas. Looking forward to spending more time here!
Thank you!
TERi says
The Endless Summer quilt is gorgeous. I liked the tote tutorial as I am trying to make some for gifts.
Patricia Evans says
Since this is my first visit to your blog I can’t really answer the Save the bees” giveaway question, but I like this week’s Saturday Seven Inspiration post so I’ll be back to go through the archives soon.
Rosemary Bornes says
I like your tips for finishing WIPS. I have way too may unfinished projects and need to get them off my to do list.
Maria Good says
The walkabout fabrics are very pertty
Lisa Marie says
Love the tote bag made from charm squares.
MJ Tichich says
I would like tips on how to appliqué, by machine, evenly. I slow down but always seem to have “oops” at some point or another.
Estie says
Enjoyed reading your posts and seeing your beautiful quilts.
Mary says
II love Sea Glass. Have always enjoyed making mini quilts.
Tina says
Yes , applique is so beautiful and I would love to be better at it.
Pat Simpson says
I love the article on steps to remove clutter. Since retiring I have really tried to stay on top of that and not let counters and tables get piled up with everything under the sun.
Rhonda D says
I am new to your blog. Love the mini quilt. I will be visiting your blog quite often!
Karen says
I always appreciate tips on finishing projects.
Pat Evans says
Well, I tried commenting using my kindle and that didn’t work, so I’ll try again on my Chromebook. Since this is my first visit to your blog, I can’t really answer the question for the “Save the Bees” giveaway because I haven’t read any of the Saturday Seven Inspirations but this one. But I like what I see so I’ll be back to go through the Saturday archives and see what I can learn.
Linda Lovely says
i love articles on new notions and taming clutter!
MoeWest says
I saved the bread recipe to bake on a cool fall day.
Wendy Abbott says
I am new to quilting so any information is good for me. I love hearing about notions, rulers, how to pick colors. Thanks for all your advice.
Holly Peterson says
I always appreciate ways to use precuts, I am going to try the tote bag using charm packs. I love your site and will be coming here often.
Laurie Wendt says
I just enjoy looking at all the beautiful quilts and fabrics the various bloggers part in their sites. I just retired so I hope to have more time to quilt and create. I have lots of stash fabrics to use up and enjoy the challenge of finding enough “common threads” in them to follow the patterns I find.
Bonnie says
Love your charm pack tote bag!
Linda Cejnar says
The article about finishing WIP “spoke” to me. I enjoy that thrill of a new project. I think that’s why sampler quilts are my favorite to sew. ljbisme at msn dot com
Susan says
I like the different tips for keeping clutter under control.
Carol Nelms says
I really like your Pathways pattern which you posted earlier this week
Quilter Kathy says
I liked the article on creativity as a remedy for midlife crisis!
Sue S. says
I’ve really enjoyed seeing your Walkabout fabrics this week!!
Susan Willison says
The Walkabout fabrics you chose for your inserts in Blocks #1 and #2 are quite lovely and I am looking forward to seeing how you decide to quilt them once your top is fully assembled. The topic that speaks to me most on this week’s blog is regarding the therapeutic power of creativity. When I went from stay at home Mom to working full time, my creative pursuits were mostly laid aside until last year when my husband and I retired. Only now that I am back in front of a sewing machine with the pedal to the floor do I realize how much a part it played in my sense of well being and I am so thankful for the opportunity.
Regarding a suggestion on future content, I would like to see a BOM done on a cancer lap quilt. As a breast cancer survivor (so far, so good), I know first hand how many people are directly or indirectly affected by the myriad forms of this dreaded disease. It would also be fitting to have the option to include and honor ones caregiver on the quilt. For me it was my husband and I don’t believe I would have made it through it all without his support.
Lydia says
Love the full size quilts. They are beautiful, but for a beginner like me it can be intimidating. I am glad to see that there is a mini quilt option. I am going to try one of them. Thank you for all the wonderful ideas!
Geri Alper says
Have never visited your blog before, but I’m always interested in learning new techniques. Have gotten into applique in the last couple years, so I always love to learn new ways and how to “jazz things up”
Mary Lou P. says
Love the Works in Progress downloadable sheets. Thank you
Tammy H says
This is my first time here. Enjoyed reading the Saturday Seven. Look forward to using the worksheet on WIP
Vicki H says
I like the tips for finishing wips.
Deb says
Your site and fabrics look so clean and crisp. Always enjoy visiting.
Tammy H says
Thanks for sharing the worksheet. I enjoyed reading the Saturday Seven and will be back!
Denise :) says
Thanks for the ‘tips’ sheets! I love your Endless Summer … and also the prints you chose for the J.S. BOM! Sweet! 🙂
Lisa Galloway says
Love your artisan bread!!! Nummm
MS Barb says
I like tips on organizing my fabric and supplies in my sewing room…also, how to be a “frugal” quilter
Kathy E. says
Endless Summer is a gorgeous pattern! If only summer truly was endless, right? I enjoyed #3 about controlling clutter and it offered great tips to do on a daily basis ,, along with giving reasons for doing them! I love advice and tips like this that are quick and informative to read.
Nancy Lewis says
I love reading your blog and seeing what pretty choices of fabric you use. I also am drawn to your tote bag. I am always on the look out for something I can use for traveling.
Susan L. says
I love your Endless Summer quilt in the Walkabout fabrics! So bright & cheery.
vicki ribar says
I need to make the apple bread! Its on my to do list for today!
Bonnie Larson says
Thanks for sharing. I love your blocks and patterns and am always looking for new tips and tricks to improve my overall techniques
Sally Christiansen says
Love all of your tips, Holly Lesué’s tips on works in progress hopefully are going to help me out! Your new fabric is beautiful.
Karen McDanel says
I found the tips on keeping clutter under control interesting. There are a couple of them that I should be using like keeping the mail picked up and straightening up before going to bed.
Sharon Aurora says
I like your tips for finishing up Works in Progress. At the moment I’m having trouble keeping track of all my WIPs.
Glenda Morrow says
I like reading about the MODA Fabrics & always admire new quilt patterns.
Donna Timms says
I love 1930’s fabrics. I would love a discussion on this.
Gale Glassy says
I really like the pattern. It is simple yet intriguing.
Connie Stennes says
Love, love, love the organizational tips! I get so bogged down with all the projects, I need some direction!
Cheryl L Buchanan says
Loved the article on 10 easy steps to keep clutter under control! Very needful for me.
Grace says
I am in love with that quilt!!!! I can’t take my eyes off of it!!
So glad I was introduced to your blog through the Save the Bee’s block of the month!!!
Sue D says
This is a great post. Besides the pretty quilts I enjoyed the links on organization and on finishing your works in progress.
Heidi Story says
I love the habits of healthy happy people. I need them. Thank you!
Rita Long says
The tips on keeping clutter under control is what I need, thank you
Andrea says
Oh my goodness! Thank you so much for including my post on Habits of Happy, Healthy People! That was such an honor.
Anita Jackson says
The tips on finishing up works in progress is always very helpful. Thanks for sharing 😉
Juls in FL says
I love the recipes! Even though they aren’t “quilting,” I look forward to them. Thank you for these Saturday Sevens- I make sure I read them every week, and check all the links. You always find such goodies to share.
Janice Trumbauer says
What’s not to love – this is great. My favorite is the keeping clutter under control. I do have a problem with clutter.
Thanks!
Karen Carpenter says
I love your new Walkabout fabrics! I plan to make a charm square tote. I enjoy reading your blog and seeing all of the projects.
Rebekah Newell says
Clutter control is excally what i needed thank you.
Maureen Fry says
I love your fabric, think I’ll make a table topper.
Charlene Boniscavage says
Loved the ten tips for decluttering. Goodness knows my sewing room needs help!
Laura Parsons says
I love the maple leaf pillow pattern you shared.
Terry Dear says
all your posts are informative and entertaining. Of course I really like Save the Bees at this time…..
Brenda says
I loved your Sea Glass quilt! Great pattern!
Carol Rice says
Clutter control! Really need that one!
Joni Giancola says
Love the apple bread recipe–I love to bake in the fall and I am adding this to my collection….thank you for sharing
Barbara Hardy says
Yes clutter control and organizing my stash.
Angela Bowling says
I always am not sure if my binding will turn out right or not. The mitered corners just give me fits. A tutorial on this would be great.
Carol Kobashigawa says
Love the apple bread recipe!
Raelyn says
My favorite post was your link to the Midlife Crisis article. I am way past my midlife, but I am finding more and more satisfaction in using my creative skills. Thank you for this article.
Julie Zeigler says
I loved the Maple Sky pattern and ideas. We have maple trees and make our own maple syrup here in Minnesota. I’m also looking forward to using the WIP in progress forms….lots of them…. all at once…… LOl! Thanks much!
Beth T. says
You have shared some really great recipes recently, and this apple bread sounds like another one. Thanks so much.
I’m excited about your new fabric collection. I very rarely (as in almost never) buy a fq bundle, but I’ve added this one to my wish list.
Nicole Sender says
“10 Easy Tips to Keep Clutter Under Control.” has great ideas! I love the apple bread recipe!
Marilyn Larkin says
What an exciting blog with so many ideas and posts. I loved it all but, particularly related to the article on creativity. We are all creative its just that some take longer than others to find out. As for the Artisan apple bread, I’m going to try it with gluten free flours for my grandaughter. the apples should keep it nice and moist. Thank-you Sherri
Teresa Hillyard says
Your quilts are beautiful! I love the apple bread recipe just in time for fall!
Gail says
Love the apple bread recipe
Renee says
I would like to see a tutorial on Y seams and 8 point stars – those are very frustrating!
Jackie Langdon says
I need help with staying organized. I clean my sewing room and before I know it everything is all cluttered up again.
Mary VanDoodewaard says
I really like that Sea Glass quilt!
R ALLEN says
I love seeing the mini patterns. I have never made a small quilt..
Sheila Ramsden says
I loved the tote bag also the Endless Summer quilt and apple bread recipe
Patricia Bishop says
I love that you also like to bind with stripe fabric. I do too! Although this first came about because I hadn’t saved the leftover fabric and had to find something that went with the quilt. Enter Stripes! and the added bonus for that particular quilt was that they didn’t have to be a perfect match!! Enjoying all your notices.
Carol says
wow there is a lot here to read and digest! I have just looked at a few postings at the moment but plan to revisit. I enjoyed Holly’s article and the way she took pictures of her quilts in different settings around the world. She must take one large suitcase dedicated for the photo shoots and guarded well!
Nancy Bennink says
I love the tutorial on the charm pack tote bag and can’t wait to make one.
Lisa C says
I appreciate all your topics and links and loved the ones on organization. My sewing area is either my kitchen or dining room table so I’m always trying to keep my things organized for easy access and toting around. I also love the free tutorials in your blog and others that you showcase. Thanks so much.
Linda Edwards says
I loved the charm pack tote bag tutorial. I have quite a few charm packs and this is a really good project for some of them.
Judith Juhl says
Can always use some organizing tips!
cathy k says
I am always looking for ways to handle clutter.
Sally says
I love your Endless Summer quilt, especially the mini. Some of my favorite quilts are mini ones I’ve made.
Wilda says
10 tips to keep clutter under control. Much needed in my quilting room! THANKS.
Pamela Richards says
I am what I would call an intermediate quilter — have done most everything (not always well) – I tend to get in a hurry to do the quilts and don’t take the time to do it correctly. Would really like more information on applique –have done some with heat and bond – but when I go to satin stitch around the pieces – nothing works, have tried with the quilt batting, without, with stabilizer behind – I don’t know if it the heat and bond I used or just my machine being cranky. Thanks for any help
Marcia H Baker says
Your blog has so much great information. I love the endless summer quilt! Happy Saturday!
Marcia H Baker says
I love the Endless Summer quilt and the bag tutorial. Your bee block is too cute.
carol says
I have been reading everything I can on decluttering the sewing area.