Here are two quilts I've made for recent swaps. There seem to be less swaps happening on Instagram these days, so my obligations for the time being are finished. That's probably a good thing, as I have a ton of personal projects awaiting … [Read more...] about Two more swap mini quilts
Planning quilt show entries
Since I've been entering a lot of quilt shows lately, I've had to find a good way of keeping track of show deadlines, when various quilts are gone, etc., so that I don't accidentally find myself trying to send a quilt to two shows at the same time. I … [Read more...] about Planning quilt show entries
Meeting of the Geese: MQG Quilt of the Month!
I am SO EXCITED to finally get to show you this quilt! It's called "Meeting of the Geese," and if you're a member of the Modern Quilt Guild, this is the January Quilt of the Month, which means that you can go get the free pattern on the community … [Read more...] about Meeting of the Geese: MQG Quilt of the Month!
2015 in Quilts
Since it's the last day of the year, it's always fun to look back at everything I've made over the last 12 months. First up, all the quilts I finished this year! In rows from top: 1. Schnitzel and Boo Round 3 swap quilt; 2. The Disintegration of … [Read more...] about 2015 in Quilts
Beach Bound swap quilts
Another swap wrapped up recently, this one a beach and ocean-themed swap. Given my background as a marine scientist, this one was impossible to resist signing up for. My partner shared this lovely color inspiration … [Read more...] about Beach Bound swap quilts
Harry Potter swap quilts & some great news!
I love the Harry Potter books, and so I couldn't help myself and joined a Harry Potter themed swap a while back. The partner I was assigned said her favorite book was Goblet of Fire, so I made a book 4-themed quilt for her! I drew the flames … [Read more...] about Harry Potter swap quilts & some great news!
Giveaway winner & AQS Chattanooga modern eye candy
Thank you so much to everyone who stopped by and said kind things about my quilt. I read every one of them, and they all made me feel warm and fuzzy! I'm working on a pattern for the quilt, so please check back if you were one of the people who … [Read more...] about Giveaway winner & AQS Chattanooga modern eye candy
Jaftex Anniversary Blog Hop & Giveaway!
This pattern is now available in the Flying Parrot Quilts pattern shop. Hi everyone, and welcome to my stop on the Jaftex 85th Anniversary Blog Hop! If this is your first time stopping by, I'm Sylvia and I'm primarily a modern quilter. I also love … [Read more...] about Jaftex Anniversary Blog Hop & Giveaway!
Progress on WIPs!
A while back, I posted a tutorial for the Gnomes and Trees block I asked Stash Bee to make for me earlier this summer. One of the blocks went on an accidental overseas adventure, but has finally arrived safely here, so I was able to put the top … [Read more...] about Progress on WIPs!
Jaftex Blog Hop
I'll be participating in Jaftex Corp's 85th Anniversary Blog Hop! This will be chock full of cool projects and awesome prizes—here is the complete list of stops. Go check them out, and make sure you come back to see the quilt I made on September … [Read more...] about Jaftex Blog Hop
