Welcome to the Epic Halloween Quilt quilt-along! I’m so touched by all the love you guys have been heaping on this quilt on Instagram, and I’m excited to see everyone else’s take on it! There are a lot of blocks to cover, so I’m planning for a … [Read more...] about Welcome to the Epic Halloween Quilt-Along, Week 1!
Name Challenge mini quilt
*Warning: mild Shakespearean profanity* My small local modern quilting group recently came up with a fun challenge: everyone wrote down several quilt names on slips of paper, and then we all took turns drawing a name out of a hat. The challenge … [Read more...] about Name Challenge mini quilt
The AQS Paducah Experience
My quilt "Celestial Orbs" won an Honorable Mention ribbon at the AQS show in Paducah a couple of weeks ago, and when I found out I'd won something, I made the spur-of-the-moment decision to drive up to Kentucky and go see it. (Thanks to my good … [Read more...] about The AQS Paducah Experience
Red Diamonds quilt
I'm excited to reveal my latest quilt pattern, "Red Diamonds"! It is based on a traditional block called "Red Peony Buds." The pattern for this quilt has just been released in the Spring 2016 issue of Modern Patchwork magazine. Because … [Read more...] about Red Diamonds quilt
Two more swap mini quilts
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!
