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Twisted Hearts

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by Mary Ann Sprague, of Mary Ann’s Makings Over the last few years, I’ve experimented with foundation paper-pieced quilts and table runners. Through paper-piecing, I’ve explored the world of Celtic knots, incorporating shadows into the quilt top to show the … Continue reading →

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Christmas Topiary

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Christmas! It is the happiest time of the year for so many of us. I think that part of the reason we love Christmas so much is because we take the time to add beauty to our surroundings. These acts … Continue reading →

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Quick Tree Skirt Pattern by Julia Deal

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Despite the initial geometry used in development, the Modern Spiral Tree Skirt (SEW-104) was the most fun of any pattern I’ve written, and it came together in record time thanks to the mathematical assistance of my college age son. We … Continue reading →

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Fractured Panels – Pillows or Wall Art

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This is a very easy way to use small panels that are 6” to 12” square or rectangular. Sometimes you have them leftover from a project or sometimes you just bought them because they caught your eye. No Pattern Required … Continue reading →

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HOW TO FINISH A LINEN RUG WITH OPEN BACKGROUND

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I hadn’t seen this done before but when I hooked my lighthouse rug pattern onto a linen background, I decided it would look like a dark stormy or dusky sky if I left the background unhooked. That left me wondering … Continue reading →

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Yarn Inspiration

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I went to visit my friend designer Barb Sackel a few months ago at her quaint home on a little lake where we always sit and talk about our latest projects. I bring along something new to work on and … Continue reading →

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Stained Glass

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​Years ago when I got back into quilting after my kids started school, I attended a large quilt show in Nashville.  I remember being overwhelmed by all the different types of quilting projects and I think I bought every quilting … Continue reading →

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Itchin’ to be Stitchin’ with Felt

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I just love the look of wool felt applique. I love the raised texture, the traditional and the modern looks that can be done with felt, and I really like that felt doesn’t ravel. What is also great about wool … Continue reading →

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Just Dropping In!

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Sarah Vanderburgh is joining us today to introduce her new pattern.. Dropping In. New Pattern This quilt pattern is called Dropping In and was made to feature the line of fabric called No Cause for A-llama by Dear Stella. Llamas! First, … Continue reading →

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Make It Your Way

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Introducing a new pattern series by Nancy Dill, Owner of QuiltWoman.com. Use these patterns for Hand Embroidery, Punch Needle Embroidery, Rug Punching or Hooking, Applique, or any other craft you can adapt them to. The first patterns in the series … Continue reading →

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