How many quilt blocks can you come up with that create a zig zag? At least 3, right? Let’s look a t a few! Block 1 – HST The hardworking Half Square Triangle block. Great for working with a ombre or stripy fabric, or going scrappy ! Block 2 – Flying Geese The elegant Flying … Continue reading
Yay, it is finally time to RELEASE the Spool Star quilt pattern! Have you already been gathering your favorite scraps? Yesterday I showed you the dark SNOW version of this wall hanging pattern. But other layouts are also possible with this little block that has found its way into my heart. 😉 An apple for … Continue reading
Just a few days ago I announced that the Spool Star quilt pattern will be released on 3 November 2021. That is TOMORROW! I wanted to take the time today to give you some information on the pattern and answer the questions that I received. The foundation paper piecing pattern for this wall hanging provides … Continue reading
Last month I joined Kate and Gun’s Scraphappy group. Around the middle of each month we share something made from scraps. Today I worked on some scrappy blocks. I have been making these for quite some time, but I have a lot of scraps left. I am only using the left overs from my scraps … Continue reading
Do you remember the small wallhanging that I made using my foundation paper pieced Spool Star block? Playing with the Spool Star block is turning out very inspiring. So many ideas! Let’s look at the first new layout, a Holiday wreath! The traditional red and green, with some vintage-style blue and pink. This block works … Continue reading
Most of my stash consists of FQs and half yard cuts. I love having a wide variety of fabrics to chose from. I store the FQ cuts (and wider cuts) in a bigger bin and the scraps in a smaller bins. The thing is that I didn’t actually use the scraps once they were in … Continue reading
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