How to Make a Community Quilt I love my city. I love community projects. I love quilting. And, my position on our local arts board lets me combine the three in way that makes my heart sing. So, what is it that makes my heart sing? Aside from nachos, Dr Pepper, and evenings spent on the patio with my family...it is my ongoing community quilt project. This project started started during the Covid lockdown as a drive-thru quilt block pick up and evolved from there. Here's how ... View the Post
How to Make a Windmill Quilt Block
How to Make a Windmill Quilt Block Last month I had the amazing opportunity to spend some time visiting my brother who is living in Amsterdam. And....since I would be visiting Amsterdam...and because it is so picturesque...I knew I would need to bring along some quilts and quilt blocks. So before I left I whipped up 4 new quilts and 5 new quilt blocks to bring with me across the pond. Because so much time would be spent in the Netherlands I, of course, had to make some Windmill ... View the Post
Hashtag Quilt Pattern
Hashtag Quilt Pattern Today we are happy to finally release our Hashtag Quilt Pattern! Ok so...we actually shared it back in October with our Mod Bee attendees...and then I forgot to share it here until today. It's been a complicated few months...BUT the PDF is in the shop now! (And that is a good thing because I LOVE this quilt pattern.) This pattern is a quick sew that is enjoyable for beginning and experienced quilters alike. The quilt top is created by ... View the Post
Bloom and Grow Fabric
Bloom and Grow Fabric by Simple Simon and Company for Riley Blake Designs Today we are excited to share our newest fabric line "Bloom and Grow" that is currently available in stores! Growing up both Elizabeth and I read and reread “The Secret Garden” by Frances Hodgson Burnett. We were enamored with the tale of young Mary seeking “a bit of earth” to tend and in the process discovering not only a secret garden but also the joy and power that comes with the love of family and ... View the Post