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
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
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
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!
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!
