There hasn't been nearly enough sewing time around here lately! This afternoon I really felt like working on a fun patchwork project so I turned to my craft library for some inspiration. I rarely buy any craft books these days as we are spoilt with … [Read more...]
{Book Review + Giveaway} Large Block Quilts by Vickie Eapen
{photo credit}Vickie Eapan, the quilter from Spun Sugar Quilts, has just released her first quilt book, Large Block Quilts. The book includes 16 Quilt designs made from large blocks that are quick and easy to construct. They would be perfect for when … [Read more...]
Patchwork Coasters
As Father's Day is only a little over 3 weeks away for Aussie Dad's, we will be sharing a series of Tutorials/Gift Ideas over the coming weeks to give you some inspiration! If it isn't Father's Day in your part of the world, the ideas can be used to … [Read more...]
Home Sewn
I attended a wonderful sewing retreat on the weekend. It was lovely to be able to sew up a storm with friends, and have all the meals taken care of. Bliss .....After recently finishing a new quilt, it was nice to be able to work on some smaller … [Read more...]
Lucky Charm Quilt
If you are after a quilt pattern that is well suited to using charm squares, you may wish to check out the Lucky Charm Quilt PDF Quilt Pattern in our Etsy store.I have made two quilts in this design. This one used Hunky Dory by Chez Moi for … [Read more...]
Cathedral Window Pillow
One of my favourite projects of the past year or so, was the Cathedral Window Pillow that I made for my Mum for her birthday. I love this classic patchwork technique and have made a number of pillows/cushions in this design over the years. The … [Read more...]
Butterfly Quilt
The Butterfly Quilt has now been completed, thanks to some quilting time over the Christmas break. I love the idea of scrap quilts - using all those treasured scraps and turning them into a useful quilt. However, in reality, I found that using such a … [Read more...]
Butterfly Quilt Progress
I have been steadily working away on my Butterfly Quilt (mentioned here and here) using lots of different colourful scraps. My vision for the quilt has shrunk from a single bed size down to a lap quilt (after 144 butterflies I would like to finish … [Read more...]
