This pattern is available in the Flying Parrot Quilts pattern shop. My local traditional quilt guild put out a "Say it with Flowers" challenge: we had to make a quilt that incorporated text and at least three floral fabrics. My husband and I recently … [Read more...] about Quilt Challenge: “I’m a Sewciopath” & pattern
Finished Union Jack quilt
I've been part of Stash Bee for several years now, and this year I requested Union Jack blocks because I decided that my British husband needed a Stash Bee couch quilt that he loves as much as I love mine from several years ago. I finally decided I … [Read more...] about Finished Union Jack quilt
Dragonfly mini quilt (and new pattern!)
I seem to be in a bug phase at the moment, because on the heels of my Spooky Spider paper piecing pattern, next up is a paper pieced dragonfly! I designed this for a swap, and this little mini quilt is off to a new home—but since just about … [Read more...] about Dragonfly mini quilt (and new pattern!)
Kite Block mini quilt – the Kate Spain version
The Kite Block mini quilt pattern is complimentary for newsletter subscribers! Sign up here. A while back, I made a mini quilt for a swap that I liked so much I finally decided I wanted a version of it for my wall, too! I had a charm pack of Kate … [Read more...] about Kite Block mini quilt – the Kate Spain version
My Finished Epic Halloween Quilt
As many of you are finishing up your Epic Halloween quilts, I wanted to share my finished quilt and hopefully give you a few ideas on how you might quilt yours! I decided to go elaborate on the quilting, and so I also splurged on 100% wool … [Read more...] about My Finished Epic Halloween Quilt
Epic Halloween QAL, Week 12: Assembling your quilt top
Well, here we are—it's time to put this bad boy together! Go ahead and lay out your blocks on your design wall (or floor) using the following image as a guide for which finished size goes where. If you have not yet cut your solid filler … [Read more...] about Epic Halloween QAL, Week 12: Assembling your quilt top
Epic Halloween QAL, Week 11: Broomstick and Haunted House
At this point, I imagine you are all old pros at paper piecing! This is the last week before we assemble the quilt, so the end is in sight. Today we have two last blocks: the broomstick and the haunted house. First up is the … [Read more...] about Epic Halloween QAL, Week 11: Broomstick and Haunted House
Epic Halloween QAL, Week 10: Curved Spiderweb Blocks
This week's block involves some curved piecing! Don't worry, though, the curves are very gentle, so this is an easy introduction to curves if you've never tackled them before. You'll need 3 blocks that finish at 12". Click here for the … [Read more...] about Epic Halloween QAL, Week 10: Curved Spiderweb Blocks
Epic Halloween QAL, Week 9: Barn Bats
This block is based on a traditional block called "Barn Bats." The bats are typically stacked on top of one another (as in this mini quilt), but this tutorial is for individual bats with one bat per 6 1/2" block. You'll want to make 6 blocks for your … [Read more...] about Epic Halloween QAL, Week 9: Barn Bats
Epic Halloween QAL, Week 8: Eyeballs
It's time for a field trip over to Happy Sew Lucky for a tutorial on making spooky eyeballs! The tutorial is for 12 1/2" blocks, and you'll need a 6 1/2" and a 9 1/2" square (unfinished) block for this quilt, so keep that in mind as you think about … [Read more...] about Epic Halloween QAL, Week 8: Eyeballs
