The Economy Block is the perfect choice when you want to focus on a fussy cut image from your novelty fabrics. In these 3 inch blocks, I fussy cut some adorable bunnies from a Japanese print in my stash and framed it with some of my Atsuko Matsuyama … [Read more...]
Braided Heart Mug Rug
The Braided Heart Mug Rug is my latest sewing pattern - just in time for Valentines Day! I was inspired by the classic braided Scandinavian paper hearts. They are usually made in classic red and white for Christmas. I have used a softer palette and … [Read more...]
10 Gift Wrapping Ideas
Hope you are getting excited for the holidays and making plans to celebrate with family and friends. I still have a lot to organise over the next week, including wrapping gifts. This year I am more committed to environmentally friendly gift-wrapping … [Read more...]
10 Gifts to Sew for the Holidays
The holidays are fast approaching but there is still time to create a one of a kind handmade gift for your family and friends. Nothing beats homemade gift items that you have put time and effort into creating for your loved ones. I always incorporate … [Read more...]
Kaleidoscope Quilt Block
Kaleidoscope Quilt Block (also known as the Windmill block) is our latest Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) Quilt Block in our pattern store. This is a versatile block that creates a striking pattern when joined together. You can mix it up by making the … [Read more...]
Christmas Gift Bag
When you give a gift in a handmade gift bag, it is like giving two gifts in one. Here is a sweet Christmas gift bag made using the Mini Drawstring Gift Bag pattern. It has a special base which allows the bag to stand up by itself. Designed to be made … [Read more...]
Mini Drawstring Gift Bag
My goal this year is to be more eco-friendly. In my efforts to reduce the amount of gift wrapping paper I use, I've been making a variety of gift bags in different shapes and sizes. It is like giving two gifts in one! My latest sewing pattern design … [Read more...]
Santa Sack
I am all about eco-friendly gift-wrapping options this Holiday season. There are so many festive fabric options available to make your own gift bags. I found adorable Mickey Mouse fabric at Spotlight and made a Santa Sack. Best of all, the gift bags … [Read more...]
