The Hexie Holiday Placemat is my newest pattern release and is available now in our Etsy and Craftsy stores. Consisting of a foundation paper pieced tree in the centre, with a simple patchwork border, it is a fun seasonal project for your Christmas … [Read more...]
Fabric Covered Bobbins
A lovely bundle of fabric was just what I needed to inspire me to head back into the sewing room after a lengthy break. I am putting the finishing touches to a new pattern using this sweet bundle of Cottage fabric by Tilda. As usual, I like to use … [Read more...]
Allsorts Pillow
Allsorts Pillow is my latest pattern and it is now available in my Craftsy and Etsy stores. The pieced blocks, set on point, remind me of licorice allsorts with all their lovely layers. This pillow is a great way to showcase a favourite fabric range. … [Read more...]
Harvest Leaf Coasters
I have recently given my home office nook a Scandi inspired makeover. It is decorated in white, gold, and pastels - and it is such an inviting corner of my family room. I usually have a cup of tea on hand when I am working at my computer, so some new … [Read more...]
{Book Review} A Piece of Cake
A Piece of Cake - Sweet and Simple Quilts from Layer Cake Squares, is the newly released book by Peta Peace from She Quilt's A Lot. If you have a collection of layer cakes and are searching for inspiration on ways to use them, you will love this … [Read more...]
Tilda Harvest Blog Hop
I am a big fan of the beautiful fabric designed by Tone Finnanger from Tildas World. Her latest fabric collection, Harvest, could well be my favourite. Who can resist the pretty floral and bird prints, in gorgeous shades of pink, lavender, orange, … [Read more...]
Harvest Drawstring Bags
I love making small projects with pretty fabrics and trims. These little Harvest drawstring bags are perfectly sized to hold a small gift, some dried lavender, or perhaps to organise some small items like jewellery or make-up. Easily constructed in … [Read more...]
Happy Scrappy Cards
Handmade cards are the perfect finishing touch to a handmade gift! I love to challenge myself to use the fabric scraps left over from a new project design. These little Happy Scrappy cards are a great scrap buster project and can be quickly … [Read more...]
Steamer Sewing Kit
Bamboo steamer baskets make ideal sewing kits - they are the perfect size to hold all the materials and supplies for a small project, are lightweight, and can be stacked. You can find them at Asian supermarkets, chain stores, kitchen stores, or on … [Read more...]
{Book Review & Giveaway} Weekend Quilting
Weekend Quilting: Quilt and Unwind with Simple Designs to Sew in No Time is the wonderful new quilting book by talented West Australian quilter, Jemima Flendt from Tied with a Ribbon. I have been following Jemima's quilting adventures for many … [Read more...]
