Here they are in all their glory - my quarter Log Cabin blocks with triple logs. When the width of the scraps sets the width of each log, a pleasant variation arises and the fabric is used most efficiently. My favorite block has a deliciously summer mood with that sunflower yellow and fresh aqua paired with plum.
Read MoreHere is my wall full of children! They do look happy together, don’t they? To me the bright, solid backgrounds are key to that effect. The solid backgrounds stamp the quilt with a sense of childhood joy, without being crazy-busy to the eye.
Read MoreColor, pattern, shape - it surrounds us. Beauty is strong and strength is beautiful. Take time to appreciate the beauty in your life today. I’m enjoying the beautiful process of sewing my second Teeter Totter quilt.
Read MoreI had in mind an older child when creating this quilt. This one has Clashy Bright colors, a connection to a long-ago created palette that continues to inspire. The colors have a high-energy vibe with a touch of moodiness from the dark, dark stars.
Read MoreToday I get to start a new quilt in bright, saturated colors. Know why? Because I’m gearing up for a pattern release and sew-along this June! Here’s how I assembled this bright, saturated mix of fabrics.
Read MoreFor my next Geesey quilt, I’m taking a deep dive into my scrap drawers. I love me a good scrap quilt and can’t wait to see how Geesey turns out à la scrap!
Read MoreIt looks like I’ve finished three quilts so far this year, but this one is definitely my favorite. It was such fun to make, from start to finish. What made it so? Let us count its delightful ways.
Read MoreAnd we have a quilt top! The colors and shapes are really speaking to me. I’m asking myself if I can keep this one. I think I should not, but - oh - I want to!
Read MoreProgress, I've made progress! After creating a few more elements of my Brave quilt, I'm feeling better about it now. I think adding more shapes and repeating colors helps it to feel less tentative.
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