A couple of weeks ago we had our annual Material Girls retreat...check out some of the awesome projects that the ladies worked on this time.
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After slow stitching with four English paper piecing projects over the last year or so it’s time to start finishing some! Last time it was Prudence, this time it’s Southern Aurora. Two great quilts, two different finishes!
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Check out my newest project…English paper piecing the Southern Aurora pattern. A great slow stitching project for cottage time.
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Just like Half Square Triangles (HSTs), Quarter Square Triangles (QSTs) are also a staple in quilting. These, too, are used within many traditional quilt blocks and are invaluable to creating many designs. They add a little extra movement and flair. Try your hand at making these versatile units.
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It’s a Mystery! Part 4…it’s so exciting! This month it’s all about putting the blocks together and seeing the secondary design. You’re almost done.
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Half Square Triangles (HST's) are another staple in quilting. Used on their own or within a traditional block, they are invaluable to creating many designs, and, as an added bonus, are very simple to make. Learn how to make some for your next project.
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Did you have fun choosing your fabrics? Now it’s time for cutting and prepping for next month…
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It’s a mystery! Feel like getting out of your comfort zone? Let me take you on a quilting adventure. Join me by following the clues along the way in making an awesome quilt top you will be so proud of. Trust me…it’ll be fun.
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Rail Fence is a very old, traditional quilt pattern that can also look refreshingly modern depending on fabric choices. This baby quilt can easily be made in a weekend from fabrics already in your stash, using only 3 fabrics and simple strip piecing, if you are in need of a quick gift.
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You’ve already learned how to make flying geese units with the rulers you already own. Now find out about some great tools to make trimming these versatile blocks even easier and more accurate. Warning…they can be addictive!
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Have you made a quilt yet that represents the craziness of this historic time period? The spiral is my favourite design motif and after collecting spiral prints for about 5 years I decided it was time to do something with them...and then along came Covid-19. The world seemed to be spiraling out of control and that became the idea behind this quilt.
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In honour of Elton John’s birthday on March 25th, here is the incredible second part to the story of my Elton John quilt…you won’t believe what happens next!
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Now that Christmas is over I can finally share the gift I made for my daughter, Kate, and her partner, Nick. No more hogging the covers now that they have a quilt to actually fit the bed!
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During your quilting journey you'll come across so many different quilt patterns, techniques to learn, and colour combinations to enjoy that it may be somewhat daunting. You’ll soon come to find your own area of expertise and enjoyment.
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July is THREAD month!!! Thinking about spicing up your quilting with some sparkle and shine? This time I share some of my favourite polyester and metallic threads.
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Ah…needles! We need them, but many sewers don’t know which ones to use for which job. Here’s some helpful information about sewing machine needles for you quilters out there.
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Hello everyone, Welcome to Quiltish Corner! My daughter, Kate, has been encouraging me for quite some time now to start a blog, and thanks to all her hard work and amazing graphic design skills this is the result. Enjoy!
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