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And For Your Second Block…A Card Trick

Nikki · April 1, 2009 · 2 Comments

Look closely at this traditional Card Trick block. Do you see the cards? Probably not. I was halfway into this block when I realized I didn't like my fabric choices. Variations of this block and the placement of your colors can not only help the cards stand out more, but … [Read more...] about And For Your Second Block…A Card Trick

Churn Dash - Your First Quilt Block

Nikki · March 28, 2009 · 3 Comments

Are you ready? At this point, you've practiced cutting your fabric, and you've mastered the quarter inch seam. The only thing left to do is just do it! I tried to pick a block that was easy, yet also visually interesting. Churn Dash is this … [Read more...] about Churn Dash - Your First Quilt Block

Cheap Trick

Nikki · March 24, 2009 · Leave a Comment

Unless otherwise noted, quilts are sewn using a ¼" seam allowance. Your sewing machine may have a setting for this, you can purchase a foot to attach to your machine that guarantees this, or, you could be like me, and make your own guide. In my box of scrap card making papers, … [Read more...] about Cheap Trick

Let’s Start at the Very Beginning

Nikki · March 19, 2009 · 2 Comments

I have received multiple requests for quilting tutorials, and have resisted to this point because it is such a vast topic, where do I even begin? Well, I give in. I'm going to attempt it. My plan is to tackle nine basic blocks, spread out over the next few months, then do a … [Read more...] about Let’s Start at the Very Beginning

Goodbye Sand, Hello Snow!

Nikki · March 14, 2009 · Leave a Comment

I am about to start my journey back east, leaving behind the beautiful weather of the desert, and some of the best friends I have ever had, but returning to the family that I have missed for years. We are heading to Connecticut, by way of about every state in between, so posting … [Read more...] about Goodbye Sand, Hello Snow!

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