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Quilting

Nautical Summer Quilt Along Traditional Quilt Day 1: “C” (Rail Fence)

Hello! We can't believe it's finally here!  Day 1 of our Nautical Summer Quilt Along!!!! What is our Nautical Summer Quilt Along?  Glad you asked! Starting today, and for the next 10 weeks, we will be releasing a new video each Tuesday that will walk you through how to make two different nautical inspired quilts!  Fun right? The first quilt we are starting with is the more traditional quilt: This quilt is made up of 4 different nautical flags all sewn up in their traditional ... View the Post

Quilt

5 Summer Quilts to Make

Today I have put together a round up of 5 quilts to make this summer. Most of them are simple projects that won't take up too much of your time, but will let you be creative with each of these patterns as a starting point! And with some fabric from your stash you can have them put together in no time at all. I still love this quilt so much...and made out of some bright fabric, it is the perfect quilt for summer! The pattern is found in our book HERE. (aff. link)   This cute ... View the Post

Recipe

Simple Chicken Salad Recipe

When I need a crowd pleaser meal I tend to stick to basic homemade things that taste yummy but are simple to make. And today's Simple Chicken Salad Recipe is exactly one of those recipes. I often take it to people when they have had a baby or I need a quick summer meal. It's easy to serve with a veggie tray and chips for large crowds too! Simple Chicken Salad Recipe: 1 rotisserie chicken cut up into cubes 1 cup grapes (I use both red and green--can use dried cranberries) 1 bunch ... View the Post

Accessories· Giveaway

Nautical Summer Sew Along Giveaway

Almost a year ago we Elizabeth and I decided that we wanted to create summer quilt alongs...and after much thought decided that we wanted our first quilt along to represent something that symbolizes a part of summer that we love most...and for both of us that part of summer has to do with water. ... View the Post

Quilting

Quilting with Double Gauze

Have you tried working with double gauze yet? I know it can look intimidating but it really is fun to work with. Double gauze is lightweight and soft and just gets softer and softer every time you wash it. And the perfect fabric for baby quilts as well as large sized quilts too. Today I've put together some of my favorite tips and tricks about working with double gauze so that when you work with it you will be so happy with the results. Tips for Quilting with Double Gauze When ... View the Post