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Here is my @quilt_ink mock up of the upcoming #blo

Here is my @quilt_ink mock up of the upcoming #bloemquilt pattern by @libselliott on June 30 🎉

@quilt_ink is so handy to plan out colour palettes and get an idea of where to use each fabric. Even when using prints, it is easy to pick out the main hue of the fabric and go with a solid that represents a print. I will be showing my full quilt top soon. Pattern testing this one was brilliant and it was fun to see it grow and evolve with each new piece. We took a family poll about the final layout and this was the winner.

#libselliott #libselliottpattern #bloem2 #quiltink #quilt_ink #colouringapp #quiltstagram #quiltcoloring #coloringpage #bloem #quiltpattern #quiltsofinstagram #quiltingtools #patterntesting

Block 3, City Centre, for the #summersampler2021 d

Block 3, City Centre, for the #summersampler2021 designed by @cottonandjoy

This one is more tropical than City, compared to the one I made for @seacornerpatternworkshop
This one uses parts of one pair of @patagonia shorts, and a favourite old #pataloha shirt.
The screen print (lt yellow) is by @carolynfriedlander

#summersampler2021vintagerestyle #wornwear #repurposedclothing #makingoldnew #cottonandjoypatterns #summersampler #vintagerestyle #repurposedshirt #aurifil #createandsustain #sustainablesewing

Working on a Quilt of Remembrance for the family o

Working on a Quilt of Remembrance for the family of someone who died in tragic circumstances. @sjsacademy helps to provide families with quilts to honour their loved ones. It is a huge privilege to be able to make a remembrance quilt. SJSA was given clothing and other items that were special to their family member, and I am incorporating them into the quilt. Rainbows were also requested and I was gifted several rainbow blocks from the @fortcollinsmqg which I have pieced in. Hopefully the love from many will provide comfort.

#quiltsofremeberance #sjsa #sew4justice #pridequilt #pride #alisonglass #sewingwithrepurposedfabrics #comfortquilt #rainbowquilt

Reposted from @sjsacademy Sunday afternoon, June

Reposted from @sjsacademy

Sunday afternoon, June 27th in the Oakland/Bay area (California).

Come see @sjsacademy quilts and @sjsa_remembranceproject banners and more. See the SJSA page for more details.

#sewing #socialjustice #oakland #quiltsofremeberance #communityquilts #remembertheirnames #sew4justice

#fromquiltinktoreality with @quilt_ink and @amarar

#fromquiltinktoreality with @quilt_ink and @amarar_creacions soon to be released #seacreaturefpp pattern. So handy to be able to plan a quilt or block on @quilt_ink and know how it will turn out. My late night flash photo makes the sewn one brighter than in reality. It reality, they are an excellent match which is tricky to get digitally. I have already made this one into a pillow which I will show on release day.

Another great #fpp pattern from @amarar_creacions in her #mythologicalcreatures fpp series.
Have you seen Catalina’s other patterns? They are all amazing and so clever.

#origami #origamianimal #origamianimalpattern #seamonster #konacottonsolids #sewingmyscraps #sewingmystashoff #konasolids #foundationpaperpiecing #foundationpaperpiecingpattern #paperpiecing #paperpieced
#patchwork #digitalcoloring #modernquilting #quiltink #quilt_ink #amararcreacionspatterns

#bloemquilt progress sneak peek. I am so thankful

#bloemquilt progress sneak peek. I am so thankful to be able to pattern test this excellent choose your own adventure quilt for @libselliott
It is exciting to see it all coming together. So many brilliant blocks and options all in one quilt. It will be hard to decide on the final layout as I like them all.

Pattern: #bloemquilt by @libselliott available soon.

Fabric: @carolynfriedlander #jetty #screen #gleaned #architexture #cfcollection And a few others plus @konacotton #wasabi

#bloem #libselliott #libselliottpattern #patterntesting #sewallthecurves #curves #sewingcurves #kalidescope #chooseyourownadventurequilt #blueandyellow #aurifil #blueandyellowquilt #quiltingismytherapy #quiltlove #quiltstagram #sewing #quiltpattern

Trying a new basting product on my version of the

Trying a new basting product on my version of the #bouldercreekquilt (pattern out soon by @modernquiltlab ). Maybe everyone knows about this fusible powder, but I didn’t. Shakes on and seems good so far, plus no stinky smell. Anyone have opinions on it? Hopefully it washes well.

#quiltbasting #bastingpowder #quiltersselect #olisoconnects #patterntesting #screenprint #quilting #quiltsandwich #fusiblepowder #quilt #bluegreenyellow #shaker #patterntesting

Block 2, Summer Blooms, for #summersampler2021 des

Block 2, Summer Blooms, for #summersampler2021 designed by @swimbikequilt
This was a clever curvy #vintagerestyle by Katie Blakesley of a #rockymountainpuzzleblock

Love all the curves and always happy to use by @bettycrockerass templates which have been getting quite the work out over the past few weeks.

Fabric: @patagonia shorts and shirt, plus some @carolynfriedlander screen print.

#pataloha #repurposedclothing #patchwork #summersampler2021vintagetestyle #summersampler #createandsustain #sustainablesewing #curvedpiecing #drunkardspathblock #summerblooms #bettycrockerass #sewalong #quiltalong #sewingmystashoff

Do you like to choose your own adventure? Kaleidos

Do you like to choose your own adventure? Kaleidoscopes? Curves? All my favourites in one quilt pattern.

The upcoming #bloemquilt by @libselliott is all about having fun with design, variation, pattern, and shapes. I am so chuffed to be testing Libs’ latest quilt pattern and seeing all the different ways it can change with a quick spin of the blocks.

Fabric: @carolynfriedlander and @konacotton wasabi

So thankful to @giucy_giuce for some of these hard to find prints I scored in his destash.

#libselliott #libselliottpattern #modernquilts #sewallthecurves #drunkardspath #kaleidoscope #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #aurifil #sewingcurves #orangepeelblock #quiltlove #modular #modularquilt #quiltingismytherapy #isewlation #modernquilting

I have finished up my #seacreaturefpp pattern test

I have finished up my #seacreaturefpp pattern testing for @amarar_creacions and loved having the option to use @quilt_ink to pick my colours/fabrics. I usually just colour in the attached colouring page (top photo), but With QuiltInk I can save my fabric picks, see the image clearly, and download the image for reference or to share. When using it for my own pattern, it was so helpful in finding new variations. I will show the finished Sea Creature pillow in the next few days.

#fpp #paperpiecingpattern #amararcreacionspatterns #paperpiecingdesign #paperpiecing #foundationpaperpiecing #mythologicalcreatures #seamonsterartwork #lochnessmonster #colouringapp #coloringapp #patterncoloring #quiltingtools #planningtools

Finished up this mini quarter #talkingincirclesqui

Finished up this mini quarter #talkingincirclesquilt with my leftover improv scraps from the #guardrailsquilt I was testing for @bloomingpoppies
Karen’s Guard Rails quilt is a good scrap buster, which left a few great scraps begging to be used again. I sewed all the leftover bits together and made one piece to to cut from, then added a few scraps from a different project and voilà.

Fabric: @carolynfriedlander Jetty and Gleaned
@robertkaufman #essexlinen
Pattern: #talkingincirclesquilt by me
Thread: 50wt @aurifilthread

#miniquilt #linen #sewingmystashoff #improvquilting #improv #improvsewing #echoquilting #aurifilthread #scrappyquilt #quiltpattern #aurifilthread #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #improvquilting #quiltingismytherapy #isewlation

I will be make a second set of #summersampler2021

I will be make a second set of #summersampler2021 blocks over on @seacornerpatternworkshop and only showing the first block here. Catalina of @amarar_creacions and @quilt_ink and I have a pattern writing business, but most of what we do is behind the scenes work. These patterns are always So well designed and we want to celebrate great pattern writing.

I will be making the @seacornerpatternworkshop blocks all from scraps from my scrap drawers. Each block will have a different colour theme. There is also a mock up of what this would look like as a quilt.

#Sewalong #quiltalong #blockoftheweek #samplerquilt #scrapquilt

Block 1 of #SummerSampler2021 Crossroads design

Block 1 of #SummerSampler2021

Crossroads designed by Allison Harris of @cluckclucksew

This year I plan to use some Patagonia (mostly Pataloha) clothes to make a more sustainable quilt, plus and a few Carolyn Friedlander screen prints. I will be using different shirts/dresses/etc each month, and more in the big block. I am starting with this green dress being that it is an Irish Chain block.

#summersampler #createandsustain #irishchainblock #irishchain #repurposedclothing #patagonia #wornwear #samplerquilt #pataloha #sustainableclothing #patchwork #patchworkquilt #aurifilthread #cluckclucksew #meetingatthecrossroads #crossroads #crossroadsblock #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #sustainablesewing #sustainablequilting #summersampler2021vintagerestyle #traditionalquiltblock #repurposechallenge #organiccotton #organiccottonclothing

*not my work* Nearly every Monday, I share work b

*not my work* Nearly every Monday, I share work by a different artist who I admire.

Today’s featured #mondaymaker is @annbrittonartist who is an incredibly talented Irish artist, working in the mediums of printmaking, pen and ink, and painting, among other skills.

Photo 5 is a detail from a much larger piece. It is a credible ink drawing with so many brilliant details.

Check out her page at @annbrittonartist to see more of her work.

#irishartist #printmaker #irishartists #irishartistsofinstagram #makermondayacq #artists #annbrittonartist #drawing #makersgonnamake #makersofinstagram #printmaking #irishartist #monoprint #linocut #penandink

What can you put in a #FionaPouch ? This is patt

What can you put in a #FionaPouch ?

This is pattern test no 2 as I liked making the first one so much. Super handy and perfect as a gift or to keep. Pattern by @sarahjeanmakes is coming out in less than one week!

Fabric: Leaf by Dale of @quiltingcowboy

#pouchpattern #lunchbag #gardeningkit #pencilcase #snackbag #picnicset #reducereuserecycle #sewingmystash #sewingscraps #reusablebag #bagforlife #sarahjeanmakes #sarahjeanmakespatterns #aurifilthread #tulapinkaurifil #quiltingcowboy #leaffabric #foldingpouch #quiltbutnotaquilt #orlakiely #patagoniaprovisions #ithaspockets #deeppockets @windhamfabrics #windhamfabrics

Quilt top finished! I am pattern testing for the t

Quilt top finished! I am pattern testing for the the wonderful #bouldercreekquilt by @modernquiltlab

Hoping to get this one quilted soon and take it to Boulder for some photos.

My youngest lad asked me if I was making him a #veryhungrycaterpillar quilt. So this is apparently now a timely, yet unintentional, tribute to @officialericcarle who I have always adored. Missing my preschoolers, and a good reminder to not take myself too seriously.

Fabric: @carolynfriedlander
Designer: @modernquiltlab
Pattern: #bouldercreekquiltpattern

#modernquiltlab #modernquiltlabpatterns
#patterntesting #patterndesign #modernquilt #sewallthecurves #drunkardspath #drunkardspathquilt #ericcarle
#sewingcurves #carolynfriedlander #greencolorado #quiltstagram

@sarahjeanmakes is releasing the wonderful #fionap

@sarahjeanmakes is releasing the wonderful #fionapouch next week, and I couldn’t resist making one more pattern testing version. The first one came together quickly using her great pattern. This time I will be using some scraps from my original #talkingincirclesquilt made for the look book for @quiltingcowboy using his brilliant new Leaf fabric from @windhamfabrics
I Love these prints and excited to see the pouch coming together.

#sarahjeanmakespatterns #pouchpattern #quiltedpouch #withpockets #ithaspockets #organiser #quiltingcowboyfabric #leaffabric #quiltingcowboy #quiltproject #quiltstagram #quiltingismytherapy #newproject

Catching up with the @nationalquiltmuseum BOM, her

Catching up with the @nationalquiltmuseum BOM, here is May’s block designed by @bumblybzs

The theme for May was celebrating the 30th anniversary of the @nationalquiltmuseum ,whole cloth quilting, and free motion quilting. I wanted to keep the building very structured, but the outside to echo the fish and circles in my other blocks.
I hoped the FMQ fish would represent the creativity shown in the museum.

Fabric: @maureencracknell (fish), @cloud9fabrics (clouds) and the centre is maybe from my stash (maybe a wideback from @joann_stores ).

#nationalquiltmuseumbom2021 #nationalquiltmuseum #blockofthemonth #bom #quiltasyougo #wholeclothquilt #fmquilting #fmq #aurifil #quiltmuseum #quiltmuseum30th #nqmbom #fishquilt #maureencracknell #cloud9fabrics

One of my favourite things about a sew along is pu

One of my favourite things about a sew along is puzzling the scraps from each block together at the end. The #2021aquiltodyssey blocks are all amazingly designed with very interesting parts. Most of these are from sewing an extra seam on a snowballed corner, to make a HST, or from bits that were cut off. So here here is my mash up block. Hoping to get the quilt top together soon and use this on the back.

#sewingmystashoff #sewingmystash #quiltpuzzle #mashupblock #2021aquiltodysseymashup #createandsustain #sewingscraps #konacotton #konacottonsolids #aurifil #aurifilthread #halfsquaretriangles #quiltblock #makeanddo #hstblock #hst #partyinthequiltback #acornstar

So excited to be pattern testing for @modernquiltl

So excited to be pattern testing for @modernquiltlab and her brilliantly curvy #BoulderCreekQuiltPattern

I have changed my mind on fabric pulls so many times because I want to make it in every fabric. For now, this is it. I used these @carolynfriedlander #screen prints recently and love how they work together, and are a solid reading print with great texture.

#modernquiltlabpatterns #sewallthecurves #sewingcurves #newpttern #circles #intersectingcircles #midcenturymodern #curves #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #bouldercreek #isewlation #quiltingismytherapy #bouldercreekquilt

New month equals new #sewsquadsampler2021 block fr

New month equals new #sewsquadsampler2021 block from @libselliott

Great fpp pattern with some big pieces, which lets the fabric shine too. Swipe to see all the blocks so far. I think the wasabi may be my own colour of the year, I can’t seem to get enough of it.

Fabric: an @orlakiely ☘️ dress, a grey and yellow flower/ egg splat @orlakiely dress, Kona wasabi, and a nameless Kona grey.

#blockofthemonth #sewsquad #wasabi #libselliott #fpp #paperpieced #bom #orlakiely #orlakielydress #orlakielyfabric #shamrock #shamrocks #aurifil #sewsquad #createandsustain #repurposedclothing #wornwear

Striped Ribbon designed by @satomi_quilts for the

Striped Ribbon designed by @satomi_quilts for the #2021aQuiltOdyssey

Last block for me in the Sew along. Thank you to all the wonderful designers of these great star patterns. All the blocks in the next slide.

Fabric: @robertkaufman #konasolids wasabi, lemon ice, regatta, and blue.

#satomiquiltspattern #stripedribbonstar #ribbonstar #ribbonstarblock #quiltsagram #stars #starquilts #starquiltpattern #quiltsofinstagram #aurifilthread #quiltingismytherapy #quiltlove #patchwork #patchworkquilt #flyinggeese

Aunt Racini’s Star designed by @racinisquilts fo

Aunt Racini’s Star designed by @racinisquilts for the #2021aQuiltOdyssey

Wonderful FPP pattern, the little strips really set off the star.

Fabric: @konacotton #grass green, wasabi, lemon ice, blue, titanium, and regatta.

#rqpattern #auntracinisstar #racinisquilts #starblock #starquilt #starquiltblock #starblocks #paperpiecingpattern #fpp #foundationpaperpiecing #freepattern #aurifil #groupquilt #sewalong

Less than a week’s worth of trimmings and cotton

Less than a week’s worth of trimmings and cotton threads headed to the compost bin. Mixed in with fruit and veg peels, pits, and scraps, these break down very quickly. Throw in a few fpp papers and it is an excellent quilting compost mix.

#vintageglassware #vintageglassjars #createandsustain #compost #composting #compostbin #compostingtips #scraps #fabric #cottonthread #aurifil #aurifilthread #gardening #sustainablesewing #flowers #reducereuserecycle #reducereuserecyclecompost #quiltingcompost

Tabby Weave Star by @broadclothstudio for the #202

Tabby Weave Star by @broadclothstudio for the #2021aQuiltOdyssey

Went together more quickly than I thought it would, clever pattern 🤩

Fabric: @konacotton #lemon ice, regatta, delft, titanium, and blue.

2nd photo is off all the blocks so far. 2 left to go, they are slightly addictive.

#wovenstarblock #broadclothstudio #broadclothstudiopatterns #tabbyweavestar #woven #starblocks #starblock #newtraditional #checkerboard #snowballblocks #solids #quiltingismytherapy #konacotton #aurifil #2021aquiltodyssey

One more #2021aQuiltOdyssey star block ready. This

One more #2021aQuiltOdyssey star block ready. This one is Megan’s Star, inspired by a Janet’s Star block, and designed by @theathenaworkshop

Fabric: @konacotton regatta, delft, blue, wasabi, and lemon ice.

#moderntraditional #quiltblock #quiltblockpattern #aurifilthread #theathenaworkshoppatterns #starblock #modernquilts #robertkaufman #sewingwithsolids #quiltstagram #isewlation

Next up in the #2021aQuiltOdyssey is the HFCS star

Next up in the #2021aQuiltOdyssey is the HFCS star, inspired by the Maple Star, and was designed by @benmillett

Those were some tiny flying geese! Great design, thanks for the pattern 🤩

Fabric: @konacotton regatta, grass green, wasabi, and lemon ice.

#highfructosecornsyrupblock #benmillettpatterns #hfcsblock
#starblock #starblocks #starquilt #stars #groupquilt #flyinggesse #halfsquaretriangles #aurifil #olisoconnects #berninausa #konacottonsolids

Colouring my pattern testing #seacreaturefpp this

Colouring my pattern testing #seacreaturefpp this morning in @quilt_ink to plan my fabric.

Delighted to be testing the 3rd creature in @amarar_creacions mythological creature series. Catalina is also a dear friend and coworker at @seacornerpatternworkshop and I am always so proud of her patterns.

Catalina’s web based app @quiltink is great for trying out fabric and colour ways. It has helped me to conserve fabric and try before I cut. Luckily, I have enough scraps from a few projects to use for this clever #fpp Sea Creature. I love seeing the colour ways that other testers are finding.

Fabric: @konacotton regatta, delft, blue, and titanium.

#amararcreacionspatterns #origami #origamianimal #mythicalcreatures #seamonster #origamiart #foundationpaperpiecing #foundationpaperpiecingpattern #paperpiecing #pperpiecing #coloringapp #colouringapp #mythologicalcreatures

Sawtooth Twist block designed by @marygoroundquilt

Sawtooth Twist block designed by @marygoroundquilts for the #2021aquiltodyssey

Fabric: @konacotton grass green, regatta, titanium, wasabi, lemon ice, and blue.

#marygoroundquilts #modernstarblock #modernquiltblocks #quiltalong #sewing #quilting #modernstar #quiltstagram #sawtoothstar #sawtoothblock #hsts #groupphoto

The Confetti Star block for the #2021aQuiltOdyssey

The Confetti Star block for the #2021aQuiltOdyssey designed by @strawberrycreekquilts

Beautiful modern take on the Dandy Star block.

Fabric: @konacotton wasabi, lemon ice, regatta, delft, blue and titanium.

#scqconfettistar #dandyblock #confettistar #confettistarblock #strawberrycreekquiltpatterns #procraftination #procraftinating #snowballblock #solidfabrics #aurifil #modernsampler #modernblock #sewalong #quiltingismytherapy

Next up in the #2021aquiltodyssey is the Driving t

Next up in the #2021aquiltodyssey is the Driving to Ohio Star designed by @feltlikesweets

Wonderfully clever pattern and modern take on the Ohio Star!

Fabric: @konacotton grass green, regatta, blue, lemon ice, and delft.

#drivingtoohiostar #feltlikesweetspatterns #starblocks #stars #ohiostar #ohiostarblock #quiltstagram #moderntraditional #moderntraditionalquilt #modernquiltblock #samplerquilt #quartersquaretriangles

Starting on the #2021aquiltodyssey star blocks. It

Starting on the #2021aquiltodyssey star blocks. It is a clever (and free) sew along by 9 different designers who I all admire.

First up is the Life and Lemons ⭐️ block designed by the talented Christine of @tessellate_textiles
Take the quiz in her bio to get the patterns.

Fabric: @konacotton by @robertkaufman grass green, blue, titanium, regatta and delft

#lifeandlemonstar #starblock #starquilt #sewingmystash #sewingmystashoff #konacottonsolids #tessellatedesigns #modernquilt #modernquilts #groupquilt #quiltingismytherapy #isewlation #hst #flyinggeese #halfsquaretriangles #sewingwithsolids #aurifil #olisoconnects #berninausa

Three blocks ready for my local MQG #migratorybee2

Three blocks ready for my local MQG #migratorybee2021 where we add to a different quilt each month. This month I have @meadowlanestitching ‘s #rainbowgardenquilt

A little bit of slow stitching was requested on these which is a challenge for me, but fun to add to each block.

#MQG #sewingbee #slowsewing #sewallthecurves #sewallthethings #handstitching #embroidery #rainbowquilt #gardenquilt #rainbowcolors #drunkardspath #quartercircle #sewingcurves #hst #halfsquaretriangles #travellingbee #embroideryfloss #mqg

Here is my fabric pull for the upcoming #summersam

Here is my fabric pull for the upcoming #summersampler2021

This year in order to #createandsustain I will be repurposing several Patagonia, mostly Pataloha, shirts and dresses which have all been thrifted or dug out of my closet. I will be adding in some @carolynfriedlander screen prints, which can read as solids, to break up the bigger prints.

#summersampler #sampler #quiltsampler #blockoftheweek #patagonia #wornwear #pataloha #repurposedclothing #patchwork #hempclothing #organiccottonclothing #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #carolynfriedlanderfabric #repurposed #makeanddo #sustainablesewing #fabricpull #summerquilt #hawaiianshirt #tropicalprints #vintagerestyle #makesomethingsnew #reducereuserecycle #sustainablesewing #slowfashion #sustainablequilting #makersgonnamake #modernquilting

Two @sjsacademy community quilt tops assembled. Th

Two @sjsacademy community quilt tops assembled. These are youth Artivist blocks and embroidered by volunteers. I am always overwhelmed by the creativity, skill, and ideas from the kids. They speak from their experiences, hearts and minds.

My mum, Eileen Alexander, assembled the first one by herself and we both put the second one together.

*The next volunteer step is longarm quilting. We are hoping for local/localish volunteers who would provide #longarmquilting services. We will provide a backing fabric as well for each. If we don’t find anyone local, we are happy to send them each to volunteers somewhere else.

#sjsa #sjsacademy #sjsayouthquilt #sjsacommunityquilt #amplifyyouthvoices #empoweringyouth #socialjustice #longarmquilting #longarmquiltingservices #longarm #auriful #aurifilthread #socialjusticesewingacademy #volunteersneeded #konacottonsolids

Giveaway closed: Congratulations to the winners @s

Giveaway closed: Congratulations to the winners @schimmelbeavers and @thechrystalgates please contact me with your shipping addresses 🎉

I am teaming up with @stitchesloveland to give away 2 prizes: each prize includes a #talkingincirclesquilt pattern (pdf or print) from @acorncornerquilts and a kit to make a small size quilt with pieced borders (as shown) from @stitchesloveland which includes fabric by Heather Ross, Ruby and Bee Solids, and Figo Fabric.

To enter:
1. Follow @stitchesloveland and me @acorncornerquilts
2. Like both posts and save them (little flag).
3. Tag a few friends (each separate tag is an entry).
4. Share in your stories for an extra entry (tag me so I can see it).
5. Giveaway ends Tuesday May 25, 2021 at 11pm MST and winner will be announced on Wednesday May 26.

*Giveaway is not sponsored in anyway by Instagram.

#giveaway #fabricgiveaway #patterngiveaway #heatherrossfabric #rubyandbeesolids #figofabrics #littlepincushionstudio #figofabrics #quiltpattern #quiltshop #localquiltshop #quiltingismytherapy #quiltstagram #modernquilting #modernquiltpattern

#summersamplerturns10 block 12, Kansas Dust Storm,

#summersamplerturns10 block 12, Kansas Dust Storm, by @lee.a.heinrich

Photo 3 shows block 1-12

Thank you to @lee.a.heinrich @swimbikequilt and @freshlemonsquilts for the wonderful sampler. Looking forward to #summersampler2021 which is coming up very soon.

Fabric: prints: @libselliott #stealth from @andoverfabrics
Solids: @robertkaufman @konacotton black, grass green and a still nameless lighting grey.

#kansasduststorm #kansasduststormblock #fpp #paperpieced #tooklongerthanexpected #mosaic #groupphoto #sampler #summersampler #greenandblacks #samplerquilts #sewalong #quiltalong #blockoftheweek #aurifil #foundationpaperpiecing #libselliottfabric #stealthfabric #geometricfabric #quiltstagram #quiltlove #coloradomodernquilters #quiltallthethings #isewlation

#summersamplerturns10 block 11, Rocky Road to Kans

#summersamplerturns10 block 11, Rocky Road to Kansas, designed by @freshlemonsquilts

I tried to use up as many scraps as possible for this one and went a little off-piste.

Fabric: @libselliott #stealth and @konacotton black, grass green and a light grey.

#summersampler #rockyroadtokansasquiltblock #stripblock #sewingmystash #sewingmystashoff #libselliott #libselliottfabric #konacotton #aurifilthread #konacottonsolids #pinwheel #greenandblack #quiltblock #samplerblock #quiltsampler #pinjata

*not my work* Every Monday I highlight an artist

*not my work* Every Monday I highlight an artist who I admire. Today’s Monday Maker spotlight is on the incredibly talented Emma Cownie @emma_cownie_artist

Emma shares her time between Donegal, Ireland 🇮🇪 and Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 and has amazing skills capturing colour and light.

I first noticed Emma’s brilliant paintings of Gola Island, which is a beautiful small island off the coast of Donegal. The NW of Ireland has a unforgettable light, and Emma captures it impeccably. Donegal is a favourite spot, and I was lucky enough to go climbing on Gola years ago. We had days of sunshine, while it rained on the mainland. It is an unforgettable place.

I recently purchased a print of the last painting, Tormore from Rosmore, which I am trying to find the perfect frame for. It catches my breath every time I see it, just spectacular.

Check out Emma’s page to see more of her stunning work.

#irishartists #donegal #emma_cownie_artist #irishpainting #irishart #irishandbritishartist #golaisland #irishcottage #bungalow #irishlandscapes #mondaymaker #mondaymakeracq #visitireland #wildatlanticway #visitdonegal #islandlife #irishislands #artistsofinstagram #artistssuppostingartists #donegalireland #paintersofinstagram

A little bit of hand stitching on a very soft Iris

A little bit of hand stitching on a very soft Irish day ☁️ 💚 I am slowly learning to enjoy #slowstitching while listening to a good book. I tried out the lovely Acorn threads which @trailheadyarns sent me. I didn’t have a plan and ended up with either a ski run or a river, which will be sewn into something else. I also finished facings on recent samples and stitched in my labels from @everemblem

Fabric: surfers by @heatherrossinsta from @stitchesloveland who also quilted the top one.

Grey screen print by @carolynfriedlander

#slowsewing #quiltfacing #curvedquilts #quiltlabels #heatherrossfabric #quilting #carolynfriedlanderfabric #trailheadyarns #acornthreads #orlakiely #sewingkit #handsewing #stitching #repurposeddenim #freeformsewing #fcmqgchallenge #fortcollinsmqg #labels #binding #aurifilthread #aurifil #sewfine #sewfinethreadgloss #quiltstagram

#TalkingInCirclesCommunityQuilt I few weeks ago I

#TalkingInCirclesCommunityQuilt

I few weeks ago I participated in the virtual community Postcard Quilt with @zakfoster.quilts and @amandanadigart and it was such a clever idea. With my own brilliant group of international pattern testers, I decided to make my own ‘quilt’ with all the centre sections of their #talkingincirclesquilt pillows, table runners, wall hanging, and quilts. I have sprinkled in a few of my completed samples (from top left corner diagonal to lower right corner). All quilters are tagged (except for my mum who has 4 here but is not on Instagram), along with @quiltingcowboy who I designed the original pattern for using his stunning new #Leaf line. I will add more photos as new quilts are made.

#communityquilt #quiltblocks #quiltblock #virtualquilt #quiltsofinstagram #quiltpattern #patterntestersofinstagram #talkingincircles #quiltlove #sewingcurves #nopincurves #modernquiltpattern #modernquiltblock #modernquilt #internationalquilt #makersgonnamake #quiltcollage #spinning #curved #curves #patternlaunch #modernquilts #sewallthecurves #groupquilt #collage #acorncornerquiltspatterns #stbrigidscross #virtualquilt

Today is the final day of the #talkingincirclesqui

Today is the final day of the #talkingincirclesquilt pattern tester parade. I am still in awe of each tester’s amazing work and creativity!

There is still a few more days to get 20% anything in my Etsy shop, including my new pattern. Code TICLAUNCH20

Today’s highlighted testers are:

Photos 1-2: Debra @debbiedoesquilts took her quilt to the 🌊 for this great photo. Debbie found this amazing wave variation in my pattern (I then had to make a wave version of too). Debbie also helped me come up with the #talkingincircles name. Photo 2: Debbie made a fabulous 2nd side for her quilt using a #fpp ☠️ (her original design) and used the templates to mimic the design of the pattern to make a colour wheel.

Photo 3: Hanna @2dogsquilting made a beautiful gold and floral quilt which reminds me of Alice In Wonderful 🤩Great work and a beautiful fabric combo.

Photo 4: Patti @pattil712 made a fantastic table runner by adding pieced borders on 2 sides, instead of 4. Clever and beautiful work. Patti used #annamariahorner and #alisonglassfabric which play to well together.

#patterntesters #patterntesterparade #talkingincircles #quiltsinthewild #creativequilters #quiltsbythesea #tablerunner #quiltersofinstagram #patterlaunch #quiltpattern #80svibes #waves #wavepattern #variations #quiltvariations

Today is day 4 of the #talkingincirclesquilt patte

Today is day 4 of the #talkingincirclesquilt pattern testers parade. Today’s wonderful testers are both fellow Colorado quilters. Each had a proud #quiltdog or #quiltcat waiting to try out the snuggle factor of each quilt.

Today’s featured testers are:

Photo 1: Kate @hellonursekate made this brilliant 🌈 stunner with #tulapink #lemur fabric. It is nearly quilted and her sweet pup is keeping an eye on it!

Jeanne @jeanne.garcia made her gorgeous version using some beautiful #rubystarsociety prints. Tako looks very proud.

Have a look at their pages for more photos.

#patterntestersofinstagram #patterntesters #coloradoquilters #coloradomodernquilters #coloradoquilters #modernquilting #quiltsandpets #curvedpiecing #tulapinklemur #tulapinklinework #rubystarsocietyfabric #rubystarsocietyfabrics #quiltinglove #acorncornerquiltspatterns #acorncornerquilts

Day 4 of the #talkingincirclesquilt pattern tester

Day 4 of the #talkingincirclesquilt pattern testers parade. So many unique and awe-inspiring versions of my new pattern, by this talented group of testers.

Here are today’s featured testers:

Photo 1: Andrea @akboredhousewife made this beauty with @rubystarsociety fabrics, then took it for a hike near her home in Alaska!
It is definitely a #quiltsinthewild photo!

Photo 2: Sandy @thaicharmllc did some amazing hand quilting on her gorgeous solid fabric version. She used #confetticottons by @rileyblakedesigns

Photo 3: @missouri_marine_mom made this stunner with solids and a rainbow of bright solids and a complimentary floral. The floral on the corner really shows off the curves 🤩

Please check out their pages to see more of their great work, and more photos of their #talkingincirclesquilt close ups.

#acorncornerquilts #acorncornerquiltspatterns #talkingincircles #rubystarsociety #rubystarsocietyfabric #rileyblake #rileyblakefabric #sewingwithsolids #modernquilts #modernquiltpattern #florals #modernquilting #modernquilting #patterntestersareawesome

Today’s #talkingincirclesquilt pattern tester pa

Today’s #talkingincirclesquilt pattern tester parade features my Mum, Eileen Alexander.

It is Mother’s Day in the US, and I was lucky to be able to celebrate with my Mum. I will never take her, or having children of my own, for granted, and I know this is this is a hard day for many who have lost a mother or a child. My mum has always been a consistent support to me, and my kids, and I appreciate her so much.
When I asked her if she would like to pattern test, she was enthusiastic and so helpful. She, and my dad, helped with initial measurements, proofreading, and listened to me talk about it incessantly. She also made 4 quilt tops to test the pattern with different ideas. She is a phenomenal sewer and quilter, who learned to sew from her mom, and taught me. I love the effect of the 4 blocks together. She is not on social media, but I will share comments with her.

#ilovemymum #mothersday #quiltblocks #talkingincirclesquilt #mymum #quiltingfamily #sewingcurves #supportiveparents #sewingcurveswithoutpins #plaids #dearstella #showmethemoda #sewingmystash #quiltspiration #quiltlove #patterntestersarethebest

Pattern Tester Parade day 2 for my newly released

Pattern Tester Parade day 2 for my newly released #talkingincirclesquilt

More wonderful work from my amazing pattern testers. Not only do testers make great examples, they also check that all the little things are right, like quilt math 😳, diagrams, spelling, etc. They are amazing and should be celebrated. I feel so thankful and proud of each of them.

Today’s highlighted testers are:

Photo 1: Alison Matheny of @redheaded_rita made her version using these wonderful #artgalleryfabrics
Check out her page to see more, and her clever #reels ,one of them shows how fast this quilt goes together 😉

Photo 2: Amelia Harveycutter @craftyameliajane made a striking summer version with a bright border which really shows off the curved corners 🤩

Photo 3: Sarah Chimblo @srhsews and fellow @fortcollinsmqg friend, made 2 quilted cushions (smallest size) for her living room. They go so well together. I love how she swapped around the fabrics, and the straight line quilting.

#patterntestersareawesome #patterntesterparade #cushions #quiltedcushions #curvedcorners #sewingcurves #talkingincircles #stainedglasseffect #stainedglassquilt #summerquilt #quiltylove #millenialquilter #newquiltpattern #flimsy #quiltflimsy #quilttop #acorncornerquiltspatterns #quiltsofinsta #makersgonnamake #makersgonnashare

Thank you all for the kind wishes yesterday during

Thank you all for the kind wishes yesterday during my #TalkingInCirclesQuilt pattern launch! It has all been a bit of a whirlwind and I am so happy it is out in the world. Talking In Circles is available now with a limited time discount. Use code TICLAUNCH20 to get 20% off everything in my US Etsy page.

The whole process is a huge effort, from idea to pattern. My brilliant #patterntesters have made the whole process easier and more fun. Over the next few days, I will be have my #patterntesterparade and showing off their wonderful work. You will notice that by changing the fabric in spots, you will get a completely new look. Please visit their pages to see even more great photos.

Today’s highlighted testers are:

+Hannah Haberkern of @verdigrissewing
Photos 1-2: Hannah made 2 fabulous quilts and the first one shows off her amazing peacock variation! Super clever and beautiful!
Photo 2 shows off a stunning Japanese landscape print to perfection. Subtle and striking at the same time 🤩

photo 3: @auroraa1714 made a pillow with amazing quilting which really shows off the pattern. She made a small quilt and left off the borders to make a perfect pillow/cushion size.

Photo 4: Christina Lee of @sweetpotatoquilts to make a Spring version using @quilt_ink to help make her fabric choices. It is bright and cheerful 🤩 Have a look at her page to see her sweet pup who her IG handle is named after.

Come back tomorrow to follow the tester parade.

#patterntestersarethebest #quiltpatternrelease #newquiltpattern #quiltersofinstagram #variation #quilt_ink #fabric #quilts #quiltstagram #quiltsofinstagram #sewingcurves #quiltingismytherapy

Today is finally launch day! My Talking In Circles

Today is finally launch day! My Talking In Circles quilt is now available!

Today is also the day my Grandma McEntire would have been 100, so it is a very special day in our family. She was an incredible person and one of the people who showed me a love for quilting at an early age.

To celebrate, I am offering a 20% discount on my Talking In Circles pattern (PDF, and printed available from May 6) in my US Etsy shop. Everything else in the shop will also be 20% off. Use code TICLAUNCH (link in bio). I will be adding more to my US Etsy shop daily (and moving things from my Irish shop). Discount ends in May 13.

This quilt pattern would still be on a piece of graph paper if not for my wonderful team of pattern testers (tester parade starts tomorrow, but check out #talkingincirclesquilt to see all the brilliant variations), and help from my business partner at @seacornerpatternworkshop ,Catalina of @quilt_ink and & @amarar_creacions

A huge thank you to my parents and sister for all of their help in so many forms, and to my kids who are just wonderful and very patient.

#talkingincircles #patternrelease #aurifilthread #aurifil #patternreleaseday #patternlaunch #quiltpattern #quiltdesigner #quiltlove #quiltingismytherapy #quilting #sewingcurves #sewing #quiltdesigners #etsyshop #etsyseller #smallbusinessowner #acorncornerquiltspatterns #acorncornerquilts #century #100 #grandma #curvedcorners #aquiltpatternby #konacottonsolids quilting by @stitchesloveland backing by #tulapink

Rainbow bee blocks for our @fortcollinsmqg migrato

Rainbow bee blocks for our @fortcollinsmqg migratory bee. These were requested by @samanthagsalazar for her rainbow quilt.

Fabric by: @alisonglass @tulapink @carriebloomston

#fortcollinsmqg #fcmqgmigratoryquilts #migratorybee2021 #rainbowblocks #rainbowfabric #arttheory #arttheoryfabric #rainbows #sewallthecurves #sewingcurves #improvcurves #mqg #showmeyourmqg #divisiblebythree

Today is pattern release day for @bloomingpoppies

Today is pattern release day for @bloomingpoppies #guardrailsquilt

Guard Rails is a free pattern when you sign up for newsletters at @bloomingpoppies
Guard Rails is a great beginner friendly improv quilt that is fun for all skill levels. Scraps, FQs or yardage all work well to make this a great quilt. This is the small size shown, but you can add as many blocks as you want to create the perfect size for you. There is a larger block size as well. It goes together so quickly that I had time to hand stitch on the borders. This one is going to be a Mother’s Day gift for my Mum 🤫

Fabric: @carolynfriedlander #jetty prints and #essexlinen by @robertkaufman

#patternrelease #bloomingpoppiespatterns #bloomingpoppies #beginnerimprov #improvisation #babyquilt #slowstitching #handstitching #quiltlove #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #carolynfriedlanderfabric #vintagecooler #coleman #vintagecoleman #oldhouselove #adirondackchair

Today’s #MondayMaker spotlight is on @quilt_ink

Today’s #MondayMaker spotlight is on @quilt_ink

@quilt_ink is the creation of my friend Catalina @amarar_creacions and business partner @seacornerpatternworkshop

Catalina created a great quilt pattern colouring app as a tool for pattern designers and quilters. It helps to try out different colours before you cut, and it is just fun. Here are a few of my recent variations of my upcoming quilt. It helps me to see what things might look like with a few changes.

Photo 2: One of my friends (and brilliant pattern tester) @debbiedoesquilts found this variation of my #talkingincirclesquilt using the app, and now it is one of my favourites. I colour matched @carolynfriedlander #kept fabric with @konacotton to create a new version of my quilt. It also helped me to reduce waste as I knew which fabric I wanted to use in each spot.

#mondaymakerspotlight #mondaymakeracq #quiltink #quilt_ink #quiltingtools #quilttips #colouringapp #coloringapp #solidfabric #colouringfun #patterndesigners #quiltpatterndesigners #quiltstagram #quiltdesign #patterndesign #talkingincircles #acorncornerquilts #acorncornerquiltspatterns #quiltdesigner #quiltpattern #quiltlove #quiltingismytherapy #colouring

#sewsquadsampler2021 block 4, with @libselliott

#sewsquadsampler2021 block 4, with @libselliott

Another great pattern, thank you!

Fabric: 2 @orlakiely shirts, and @konacotton solids, #wasabi and two greys.

Photo 2: Upcycled shirts
Photo 3: all 4 blocks so far

#libssewsquad2021 #libssewsquad #blockofthemonth #bom #repurposedclothing #repurposedshirts #clothesintoquilts #createandsustain #upcyclingfashion #orlakiely #orlakielylove #konacottonsolids #aurifil #quiltstagram #sewingismytherapy #quiltlove #sewallthecurves #makeitcurvy #sewingcurves #stripes

Playing with scraps can be a bit fishy. The scraps

Playing with scraps can be a bit fishy. The scraps from my March BOM with the @nationalquiltmuseum left quilted side pieces after the block was trimmed. I stitched them together and starting cutting. What can you do with your scraps?

Block: #Firework designed by @afewscraps for the #nationalquiltmuseumbom2021

Fabric: @maureencracknell @cloud9fabrics @dearstellafab @andoverfabrics @studio_e_fabrics @shellrummel_quiltingfabric and a dress from @cosstores (tree print).

#playingwithscraps #sewingmystash #savedfromlandfill #fabricscraps #scrappyfish #modernquilter #quiltingismytherapy #makeanddo #potential #afewscraps #repurposedscraps #createandsustain #quiltasyougo #qayg #blockofthemonth #fireworkblock #aurifil #quilting #wheeloffortuneblock #fishquilt #fish #sewingcurves #radiating #wheretheseameetsthesky #nautical

Our Christmas Tree ladder is now a quilt ladder. I

Our Christmas Tree ladder is now a quilt ladder. I am rearranging the front room for summer and swapping quilts around. Cara isn’t too worried after her bed stayed in the right spot.

#quiltladder #quiltladders #paintingladder #quiltdisplay #oldhouse #quirkyoldhouse #springcleaning #procrastination #adoptdontshop #resuedog #irishrescuedog #happydog #quilting #modernquilts #traditionalquilts #stainedglass #fabricweaving #upcycled #upcycledfurniture #repurposed

Gardening and hand quilting today. I don’t hand

Gardening and hand quilting today. I don’t hand quilt very often, but I love the look of it with linen. Finishing up my #guardrailsquilt pattern testing quilt for @bloomingpoppies which is a fast and fun improv quilt.

Karen’s latest pattern goes together so quickly that I had extra time to quilt it. I did improv machine quilting, and now running up some stitching around the border. I’ll show it off on pattern release day, May 4th.

Fabric: @carolynfriedlander #jetty and #essexlinen by @robertkaufman

#bloomingpoppiespatterns #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #carolynfriedlander #improv #improvquilting #improvisation #improvquilt #handquilting #slowquilting #gardeninghands #makeanddo #quiltingismytherapy #aurifilthread #aurifil #quiltstagram #quilting #quiltlove

Finished my #postcardquilt block for the virtual c

Finished my #postcardquilt block for the virtual community quilt with @zakfoster.quilts and @amandanadigart

Looking forward to seeing all of these together. The theme of the quilt is #newness and my youngest thinks it is an underwater kelp garden, so I’ll go with that. This is my block inspired by @threadbandit ‘s wonderful postcard. My personal goal was to use more than 50% repurposed materials for this one. See my post a few days for specifics of what I used. I made a large log cabin block (about 16” x 16”), then added a little bit of curvy improv.

#kelpgarden #communityquilt #virtualcommunityquilt #postcardswap #fabricpostcardswap #aurifilthread #aurifil #repurposed #repurposedclothing #wornwear #patagonia #konacottonsolids #isewlation #greenandblue #quiltblock #improv #improvsewing #improvcurves #createandsustain #sustainandcreate #reducereuserecycle #freemotionquilting

I finished the quilting and binding on my latest #

I finished the quilting and binding on my latest #talkingincirclesquilt sample, and my littlest took it for a spin in the park.

Fabric: @carolynfriedlander Kept
Pattern: me @acorncornerquilts soon to be released on May 6.
Pattern variation: discovered by @debbiedoesquilts

#acorncornerquiltspatterns #talkingincircles #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #kept #quiltsinthewild #quiltersofinstagram #modernquilters #coloradomodernquilters #quiltswirl #quiltsandkids #quiltholder #echoquilting #bernina #berninausa #aurifilthread #aurifil
#patternvariation #quiltpattern #quiltpatterndesigner

Working on my Postcard quilt block for @zakfoster.

Working on my Postcard quilt block for @zakfoster.quilts and @amandanadigart

I am using at least 50% repurposed fabrics in this one. So far I have parts of 2 shirts, 1 dress, 1 pair of trousers, and a pyjama leg. I plan to add a little improv for the ‘newness’ factor.

Fabric is tagged by designer and clothing company. The green stripe is from my Grandma’s stash.

Postcard is by @threadbandit

#postcardquiltwip #repurposed #createandsustain #repurposedfabrics #reducereuserecycle #repurposedclothing #wornwear #sustainandcreate #sewingmystashoff #sewingmystash #fabricpostcard #fabricpostcardswap #quilt #logcabin #logcabinblock #showmethemoda #monalunafabric #grandmasstash #jennifersampou #makeanddo #practicewhatyoupreach #newness

Evening Star, block 10, for the #summersamplerturn

Evening Star, block 10, for the #summersamplerturns10 sew along with @swimbikequilt @lee.a.heinrich and @freshlemonsquilts

2nd photo is the first 9/12 blocks.

Fabric: Stealth by @libselliott for @andoverfabrics
Solids by @konacotton @robertkaufman

#summersampler #sewalong #blockoftheweek #quiltalong #moderquilting #libselliott #stealthfabric #solidfabric #quiltblock #quiltblocks #quiltingismytherapy #coloradomodernquilters #greenandblack #aurifilthread #aurifil #paperpieced #fpp #paperpiecing

Earth Day has to be every day. We need to be makin

Earth Day has to be every day. We need to be making continuously bigger efforts in all areas of our lives. Quilting as it is, isn’t sustainable. It all sounds good, and many think that because cotton is ‘natural’ that it is harmless. Think again. Cotton has always been problematic, think slavery, pesticide usage, water consumption and runoff just as a start. Now it also has high carbon shipping implications, unsustainable plastic packaging, and high consumer waste among other things.

I am definitely guilty of purchasing the latest fabrics while not thinking of their impact. And I need to assess that while still supporting fabric companies and designers. Sustainability needs to be the standard.

What can we do?

Here are a few of the things that I do to reduce my impact:

🌍 Compost natural Fibers (cotton, linen, hemp) and paper. I keep jars around the studio for fabric trimmings, threads, and fpp papers-these are usually too small to recycle. They break down so quickly with garden waste, and fruit and veg scraps.
🌎 Print only what I need, ie. paper templates, patterns that I will reuse.
🌏 Dry fabric on the clothes line.
♻️ Use my scraps. Make an improv quilt, get creative with tiny piecing.
👖 Repurpose clothing. I have used repurposed clothing in 90% of my projects this year. Favourite old (and too small 😳) clothes can still be enjoyed and add interest.
🪡 Repair what you have. See @wornwear for creative ideas.
✅ Join @create.and.sustain
Go to their page and check them out. Learn how we can all make a difference, especially in creative ways.

What do you do already? What can you do to make a difference? Which fabric companies use Organic cotton, sustainable fabric, better shipping practices? I am compiling a list, so please let me know.

#createandsustain #earthday #earthday2021 #earthdayeveryday #wornwear #makeanddo #sustainability #repurposedclothing #compost #sewingmystash #quiltingismytherapy #composting #compostingfabric #fabricscraps #isféidirlinn #thereisnoaway #reducereuserecycle #sustainability #getcreative #environmentaljustice #globalwarming #intersectionalenvironmentalism

#patterntesting the wonderful soon to be released

#patterntesting the wonderful soon to be released #guardrailsquilt by @bloomingpoppies

She has designed a fun and structured improv pattern which goes together so quickly. Great for scraps, F8s, FQ’s or anything else.

I finally dove into my @carolynfriedlander #jetty fat quarter bundle for this one, and used #essexlinen for the guardrails.

Pattern will be out in May 4 so follow the hashtag #guardrailsquilt to stay in the loop and see the great quilts from other testers.

#bloomingpoppiespatterns #bloomingpoppies #improv #improvisation #improvquilting #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderjetty #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #carolynfriedlanderfabric #sewingmystash #sewingmystashoff #favouritefabric #controlledimprov #aurifilthread #fatquarterbundle #isewlation #robertkaufmanfabrics #essexlinen

#talkingincirclesquilt wave edition is a variation

#talkingincirclesquilt wave edition is a variation of my pattern discovered by my friend, @debbiedoesquilts while she was colouring my pattern on @quilt_ink

I love this twist (pun intended) on my pattern. By changing a few colours here and there, it creates a whole new look. It was also an excuse to use these new Kept prints from @carolynfriedlander and purchased from @sewtopia

Swipe for a close up. Swipe again for the @quilt_ink inspiration.

Talking In Circles will be out in early May.

#acorncornerquilts #acorncornerquiltspatterns #patterntestersarethebest #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #carolynfriedlander #kept #carolynfriendlanderfabric #aurifilthread #aurifil #oldhouse #oldgarage #wavequilt #wave #twist #quiltswirl #newfabric #quiltdesigner #quiltpatterndesigner #coloradomodernquilters #modernquilter #quiltsofinstagram #quiltstagram #modernquiltersofinstagram #quiltink #sewtopia

Working on ideas for my block based on @threadband

Working on ideas for my block based on @threadbandit ‘s wonderful postcard for the Postcard Quilt with @zakfoster.quilts and @amandanadigart

Fabric pull so far: wash day by @debihubbsart for @studio_e_fabrics
Winter Shinmer by @jennifersampou for @robertkaufman
Green and white stripes from my Grandma’s stash
Urban Patch by @monalunadesign
And @rae.ritchie for @dearstellafab

#postcardquiltwip #fabricpostcard #communityquilt #isewlation #fabricpull #blueandgreen #dearstellafabric #jennifersampou #monalunafabric #sewingmystash #clothespins #clothespegs #grandmasfabric #stripes

Working on a great version of my #talkingincircles

Working on a great version of my #talkingincirclesquilt which one of my pattern testers discovered while colouring on @quilt_ink
Same pattern, different fabric placement. Pattern out soon.

Loving these new @carolynfriedlander Kept prints! All from @sewtopia

#acorncornerquiltspatterns #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #kept #carolynfriedlanderfabric #sewtopia #sewingallthecurves #sewingcurves #nopincurves #curvedsewing #patterntestersareawesome #newpattern #aurifilthread #robertkaufmanfabrics #quiltblock

Spring snow, my Dad’s birthday, and 2nd jab day!

Spring snow, my Dad’s birthday, and 2nd jab day! Now to marinate.

#summersamplerturns10 block 9/12, Minnesota block,

#summersamplerturns10 block 9/12, Minnesota block, with @lee.a.heinrich @swimbikequilt and @freshlemonsquilts

Fabric: @libselliott #stealth @konacotton by @robertkaufman grass green, black and a grey who’s name I can’t think of.

#summersampler #minnesotablock #hourglassblock #hourglassblocks #libselliott #libselliottfabric #stealthfabric #aurifilthread #greenandblack #modernquilting #sampler #sewalong #konacottonsolids #fpp #paperpieced #diamondblocks #freepattern #quiltblock #quartersquaretriangles #nestingseams

Mini quilt from my my latest #talkingincirclesquil

Mini quilt from my my latest #talkingincirclesquilt pattern cutoffs. My mum taught me to sew an extra seam on corner blocks and you end up with extra HSTs. I trimmed them with my @bloclocrulers , then randomly picked them out of a bag for placement. I may add to it with a few more pieces as I go, it is only tiny. It may be part of a #partyinthequiltback aka #quiltmullet

#afterquilt #hstquilt #hst #miniquilt #konacottons #konacottonsolids #hsts #mini #halfsquaretriangles #halfsquaretrianglequilt #randomplacement #sewanextraseam #sewingscraps #scrapquilt #wastenotwantnot #wastenot #quilttips #bloc_loc

11th hour sewing! #postcardquiltwip with @zakfoste

11th hour sewing! #postcardquiltwip with @zakfoster.quilts and @amandanadigart
Mine will be going out to @threadbandit tomorrow.

The theme is #newness and I have vaguely represented that with a river improv. I had #fresh in my my mind, and soon there will be flowers on the bank of the canal.

Fabric: Destinations by @rileyblakedesigns
I saw this fabric on @maddlyquilting -check out the his fabulous birds!

#postcard #fabricpostcard #fabricpostcardswap #socialexperiment #makersgonnamake #mapfabric #quiltcollab #collaboration #postcard #quilt #aurifilthread #modernquilters #makersofinstagram #quiltstagram #destinations #maps #rileyblakefabric #cardmaking #card #fabric #sewingcurves #improvcurves #improvisation #quilting #quiltingismytherapy #communityquilt

This wonderful #matroyshka print arrived from Wick

This wonderful #matroyshka print arrived from Wicklow artist @terry_lawless_art and I am so thankful to display it in my home. Terry sent this print in exchange for a donation to a charity of our choosing. I choose the @thegavinglynnfoundation for this one in memory of Gavin. This print shows how one thing can become another, which is what the @thegavinglynnfoundation is doing for children (and their families) fighting cancer, everyday in Ireland.

#celebratingirishartists #irishart #terrylawless #irishprintmakers #irishartists #gavinglynnfoundation #irishcharity #childhoodcancer #childhoodcancersupport #printmakers #matryoshkas #anpost #irishstamps #aerphost

All cut and ready to go. Working on a matching qui

All cut and ready to go. Working on a matching quilt to the cover image for my #talkingincirclesquilt pattern. This is my first all solids quilt, which I am still surprised at. I love solids, I guess I have usually only used them with prints so far. This pattern is now with testers, and I love seeing all their wonderful fabric pulls so far, and their @quilt_ink colouring images.

Fabric: @konacotton solids by @robertkaufman

#quiltpattern #quiltpatterndesigner #sewingcurves #solidfabric #solidfabrics #solidquilt #curves #vintagetray #olfacreates #olfa #fabricpull #modernquilt #modernquiltpattern #quiltcutting #quiltorganization #acorncornerquiltspatterns

#summersamplerturns10 block 8, Lucky Pieces, with

#summersamplerturns10 block 8, Lucky Pieces, with @freshlemonsquilts
@swimbikequilt and @lee.a.heinrich celebrating 10 years of the #summersamplerseries

Fabric: @libselliott #stealth prints for @andoverfabrics
@konacotton by @robertkaufman #konnacottonsolids black, grass green and a grey (I have lost track of which).

#summersampler #sewalong #blockoftheweek #quiltalong #samplerquilt #greenandblack #modernquiltblock #quiltblock #libselliott #stealthfabric #libselliottfabric #aurifil #aurifilthread #pinwheel #starblock #pinwheelblock #modernquilters #quiltstagram #luckypieces #luckypiecesquiltblock

Getting ready to make the cover quilt for my #talk

Getting ready to make the cover quilt for my #talkingincirclesquilt with @konacotton solids, and a wall hanging version with @carolynfriedlander ‘s new line #kept
I am so excited to get my hands on her new line 🤩 It is even better in person.

All fabrics are from @sewtopia and arrived quickly with very little packaging waste. There are a few companies working hard to reduce waste, and it is noticed and appreciated.

Tester update: I had an overwhelming response to my call for testers. I have finished compiling the responses and had to do a lottery for most of the spots that haven’t been previously filled. I will be letting everyone know tonight, and the pattern will be emailed on Wednesday. There will be plenty more patterns to test, so if anyone is still interested in future testing, follow the link in my bio.

#patterndesign #patterntesting #pdfpattern #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #carolynfriedlanderfabric #robertkaufmanfabrics #robertkaufman #robertkaufmanfabric #solidfabrics #quiltlove #modernquilter #modernquiltersofinstagram #isewlation #fabricpull #newfabric

April block for the #modernhstbom with @stephjacob

April block for the #modernhstbom with @stephjacobsondesigns and @zanymouse and the rest in the next photo. This is going to be a big quilt! I think I will call it the #drivinginswitzerlandquilt

Fabric: black and grey cars are from an @orlakiely T-shirt, red ➕ @carriebloomston and @konacotton black.

#BOM #halfsquaretriangles #halfsquaretrianglequilt #hst #hsts ##carriebloomston #carriebloomstonfabric #drivinginswitzerland #orlakiely #orlakielycars #orlakielyfabric #upcycling #upcyclingfashion #quiltlove #quiltingkeepsmesane #modernhstbom2021

#sewsquadsampler2021 block 3, with @libselliott

#sewsquadsampler2021 block 3, with @libselliott

I could decide on a middle circle so I picked a few. I added an extra centre to the very middle as the print was coming through the wasabi. Great blocks, looking forward to the next one.

Fabric:
One @orlakiely button down shirt (outer print) and a dress (inner stem print).
Solids are @konacotton wasabi, and two greys which I forgot the names of.

#libssewsquad2021 #libselliott #orlakiely #orlakielyprint #sewsquadsampler #aurifilthread #repurposedclothing #repurposed #wasabi #starblock #upcycledclothing #wornwear #orlakielystem #blockofthemonth #quiltblocks #modernquilting #modernquilters #circles

#AngularQuiltBlock by @cottonandbourbon for the @

#AngularQuiltBlock by @cottonandbourbon for the @nationalquiltmuseum BOM

I still need to quilt it, but I want to come up with a plan. It is Quilt as You Go, and the others are mostly ready to go. Very busy so far, but loving all the curves and circles.

Fabric for all:
navy fish @maureencracknell
Clouds @cloud9fabrics
Canoe @dearstella
B&W fish by Jane Dixon @andoverfabrics B&W swirl @studio_e_fabrics
blue/green stripes from feb block @shellrummel
and a dress from @cos (tree print).

#NQMblockofthemonth #bom #blockofthemonth #blockofthemonthquilt #nationalquiltmuseum #fpp #sewallthecurves #fishquilt #sewingcircles #circlequilt #circlequilts #aurifilthread #wheretheseameetsthesky #wheretheseameetstheskyquilt #quiltingismytherapy #paperpiecing

It is nearly time to start testing my latest quilt

It is nearly time to start testing my latest quilt, #talkingincirclesquilt

Update: Thank you for the huge response to my tester call. I had so many responses and have done a lottery for many of the spots that hadn’t been filled. I will sending each person who responded a message later today if I haven’t contacted you already. Some of you I know already. Thanks again!! I will be sending the pattern out on Wednesday.

The pattern is nearly ready to go for testers. If you would like to sign up, use the link in my bio to fill out the form. It will be a shorter testing time for this one, as the largest size is 60” x 60” (there are 4 sizes). Pattern is labelled as intermediate (curves and precise piecing). If you busy now, or curves aren’t your thing, go ahead and fill it out and indicate that you would like to be considered for future patterns. Thanks a million.

*testers need to have a public IG account.

#patterntesterswanted #patterntestercall #quiltpattern #quilting #newpatterncomingsoon #acorncornerquilts #acorncornerquiltspatterns #modernquiltdesign #modernquilts

*Reposted with permission by @mtnairhandmade * #i

*Reposted with permission by @mtnairhandmade *

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 31. Today’s prompts are Favourite Post and Looking Forward.

This post by @mtnairhandmade is one of my favourites. It shows more of what quilting is about. It is hard work, but fun. And quilt photos can be fun too, this is what it can take to get a great photo! Tori has great Quilts In The Wild Stickers in her Etsy shop.
Looking forward to getting out more this year and getting more #quiltsinthewild shots of my own.

#igquiltfest2021day31 #quiltfest #quiltfestday31 #meetthemaker #getoutside #quiltphotography #quiltstickers
#quiltsoutside #favoritepost #favouritepost #lookingforward #quiltlove

#summersamplerturns10 block 7, Six Pointed String

#summersamplerturns10 block 7, Six Pointed String Star, with @swimbikequilt @lee.a.heinrich and @freshlemonsquilts

Photo 2: 7/12 blocks so far.

Fabric: @libselliott #stealth and @konacotton grass green, black and a grey (tbd).

#summersampler #libselliott #libselliottfabric #stealthfabric @andoverfabrics #konacottonsolids #konacotton
@robertkaufman #sewalong #blockoftheweek #quilt #starblock #samplerquilt #stringstar #sixpointedstar #stringblocks #aurifilthread #berninausa

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 29. T

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 29.

Today’s prompts are Must Make Quilt or Event and Range. I will combine these to show a range of events and quilts that I plan to make or go to (it’s a stretch, I know).

From top left ⏰ wise:
1. #quiltcon2022 ! I have never been to #quiltcon and this was going to be the year 😆. It will definitely happen next year, and it is closer. Arizona in February?! Yes please.
2. Looking forward to the upcoming #sewfancyretreat with @pinkdoorfabrics in September with @jacquietps and @carolynfriedlander
Great combo and so glad it was moved to September.
3. I want to make a map quilt with @valeriegoodwinart virtually or in person, sometime sooner than later. Her style and technique is incredible, as is her book (shown here).
4. #watercolorquilt by @cottonandbourbon 🤩 I keep changing my mind about which colourway to go with. I think I need to find a kit and get going. Any recommendations welcome.

#igquiltfest2021day29 #marchmeetthemaker2021 #igquiltfestday29 #igquiltfest #quilting #sewing #patterns #quiltpatterns #mustmakequilt #mustmakequiltorevent #artquiltmaps #mapquilt #quiltplans #sewingplans

Recent Bee blocks for @1funpig for the #fcmqghybri

Recent Bee blocks for @1funpig for the #fcmqghybridbee2020
I love Bethanne’s block idea and this is going to make a jaw dropping quilt. Great scrap buster quilt, excited to see it finished soon.

#fcmqg #beequilt #hybridbee #fpp #paperpiecing #paperpieced #scrapquilt #scrapquilts #scrapbuster #quiltlove #quiltingismytherapy #quiltblocks #patchwork #quiltersgonnaquilt

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 29.

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 29.

Today’s prompts are Favourite Finish and Reel.

My #summersampler2019 is one of my top favourite quilts. I used some treasured @carolynfriedlander fabrics, and spent so much time on it. I learned a lot along the way, it wasn’t called #piecingbootcamp just for fun. There were so many techniques involved and a lot of things to pay close attention to. So many fabulous designers created the patterns and they all came together well. I spent a huge amount of time custom quilting each block, and I love the texture of it. It has lived everywhere in our house, but it living comfortably with my @orlakiely duvet at the moment.

#favouritefinish #favoritefinish #igquiltfest2021day29 #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #aurifilthread #aurifil @berninausa #igquiltfest #summersampler #marchmeetthemaker2021 #orlakiely #orlakielyhome #texture #ikeabed #ikeahack

Working on some blocks to go with my #migratorybee

Working on some blocks to go with my #migratorybee2021 quilt with @fortcollinsmqg

It’s a clever travelling quilt bee , organised by the wonderful @hellonursekate 🤩 You start with your blocks and ideas and it goes to a new person each month from our #mqg. New concept to me, but I am excited about it. Too many ideas for mine, and now I have a very vague concept involving black, grey, white, flying geese, circles, curves and numbers. 🤨 Mine will also have this fabric pull to go with it as the fabrics are a bit specific, but fellow bee friends can use their own if they want.

#fortcollinsmqg #beautifulmindquilt #sewingcurves #sewallthecurves #flyinggeese #curvesinquilts #curves #numbers #circles #sewingbee #sewingbees #travellingbee #blackandwhite #blackandwhitequilt #fabricpull #fcmqgshowandtell #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #numbersdontlie #makeitcurvy

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 28. T

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 28.

Today’s prompts are Texture and Free day.

This is my #flyingmywayquilt by @amarar_creacions and I love the combo of the crisp fpp airplanes, and free space to do some free motion and echo quilting. This one is a great size to be able to move the quilt around easily for FMQ. I had so much fun quilting the sky and the clouds. What I am listening to really effects the outcome as well.

Pattern: #flyingmywayquilt by @amarar_creacions you can also colour it on @quilt_ink

Fabric: all @carolynfriedlander for the front.
And a favourite @janeteclare print for the back.

#iqquiltfest #igquiltfestday28 #igquiltfest2021day28 #marchmeetthemaker2021 #amarar_creacions #texture #quilttexture #freemotionquilting #freemotion #fpp #paperpiecing #paperpiecedquilt #paperpieced #paperpiecedcurves #plane #planes #origami #paperairplane #paperairplanes #airplanequilt #origami airplane #janetclare #janetclarefabric #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #aurifilthread #berninausa

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 27. T

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 27.

Today’s prompt is Current W.I.P and a free day. My most pressing WIP is my new pattern, Talking In Circles. I have made a few samples to show variety and to help decide the best way to write the directions. This has taken longer than planned, but this year is all about flexibility (I also have 2 kids at home 24/7, so again, flexibility). Finishing up a few bits and my latest sample. Looking for pattern testers very soon.

⭐️ Do you prefer the long curves or the shorter curves? See second photo: Both will be options, just deciding on the cover image layout. Do you have a favourite?

Fabric for 1st photo is all by @janeteclare and from many different collections. These are some of my favourite prints of all time. I ran out of the ombré, so waiting on a bit more before I finish this one.

#quiltpattern #quilt #wip #quiltwip #workinprogress #newquiltpattern #patterndesigner #patterndeaigners #sewallthecurves #aurifilthread #sewingcurves #quiltlove #janetclare #janetclarefabric #bluequilt #ombre #ombré #ombrefabric #celticsymbol #stbrigidscross #stbridgetscross #irishsymbol #talkingincirclesquilt #acorncornerquilts

6 blocks ready for the @fortcollinsmqg virtual ret

6 blocks ready for the @fortcollinsmqg virtual retreat today. These are from the improv flimsy I made the other day. Happy to spend time with quilty friends today and finish up a few projects.

#virtualquiltretreat #quiltretreat #mqg #quiltblocks #quiltbingo #improvblocks #improvsewing #improvquilting #rainbow #rainbowblocks #aurifil #rainbowquilts #rainbowquilt #quiltgame #alisonglass #solids #fcmqg #fcmqgshowandtell #bingorainbowblocks #fortcollinsmqg

#summersamplerturns10 block 6, Arkansas Traveler,

#summersamplerturns10 block 6, Arkansas Traveler, with @lee.a.heinrich @swimbikequilt and @freshlemonsquilts

Fabric: prints by @libselliott #stealth solids: @konacotton grass green, black and a grey (I’ll figure out which one eventually).

#summersampler #blockoftheweek #quiltalong #quiltalong2021 #aurifilthread #aurifil #paperpieced #moderntraditional #moderntraditionalquilt #quiltblock #modernquilting #konacottonsolids #konacotton #libselliott #libselliottfabric #berninausa #arkansastravelerblock #arkansastraveler #starblock #stealthfabric

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 26. T

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 26.

Today’s prompts are Binding Technique and Favourite. Combining these to get my favourite binding techniques on some favourite recent quilts.

My very favourite technique is to let my mum do the bindings. She enjoys it and they always look perfect, by hand or machine. For small to medium quilts I use what I call a flip/envelope/flipped binding (shown in 2 of the photos). There must be a real name for it. It is more of a lack of binding where you sew the backing RST to the top of the quilt, then flip it around. Anyone have a name for this?

I like a scrappy binding, subtle binding, binding with a little something something at the join, and I especially love it when the binding is on and it is ready for the wash.

##bindingtechnique #quiltbinding #handsewnbinding #favourite #favorite #igquiltfestday26 #igquiltfest #igquiltfest2021day26 #marchmeetthemaker2021 #mumtotherescue #binding #bindings #quiltlove #recentfinish #aurifilthread #aurifil #berninausa #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #quiltingismytherapy #isewlation

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 25.

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 25.

Today’s prompts are Whoops! and Starting Point.

Here is my very latest Whoops! The starting point for this flimsy was to make some rainbow blocks for our upcoming @fortcollinsmqg virtual retreat. I thought instead of making 6 individual blocks, I would make a large piece and cut it up. Anyway, late night sewing mistake of using Kona snow instead of Kona white in one section. I didn’t notice until I took it off the wall to take a photo. It will stay and this will get cut up so it shouldn’t be too noticeable. Glad it was improv.

Fabric: @alisonglass (rainbow print), solids: @konacotton white (and snow 😬), and bright solids: #rubyandbeesolids by @heatherrossinsta and
#littlepincushionstudio

All fabric (sauf Kona): @stitchesloveland

#improvquilting #improvsewing #improvisation #sewingcurves #quiltflimsy #rainbow #rainbowquilts #improvcurves #alisonglassfabric #alisonglass #aurifilthread #latenightsewing #whoops #sewingoops #startingpoint #rainbows #sewingrainbows #sewingmistakes #igquiltfest #igquiltfest2021day25 #marchmeetthemaker2021 #rainbowimprov

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 24. T

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 24.

Today’s prompts are Organising Your Space and Wrapped & Packaged.

These are some of the organised spots in my sewing space. It is exceptionally organised in some places, while other parts are creative chaos. I tend to go for vintage or industrial pieces, which contrast with the fabric. I have several items from @woolhatfurniture and CSU Surplus, both are local treasure troves of great used and interesting stuff. The S here is an old neon sign, perfect for some fat quarters. Organising seems to be a never ending project for me.

#fabricorganization #fabricscraps #scraporganization #vintage #vintageindustrial #vintageindustrialfurniture #vintagestorage #sewingroom #neonsign #sewingstudio #vintagetray #fatquarters #winebox #wineboxes #retrostorage #metalstorage #wirebaskets #igquiltfest #igquiltfest2021day24 #marchmeetthemaker2021 #sewingspace #juiceplus

*not my work* Shared with permission by @metaphysi

*not my work* Shared with permission by @metaphysical_quilter

Margaret shared her work after yet another mass shooting, this time in Boulder.

Her poignant work highlights the tragedy of gun violence. Enough is enough. What’s it going to take for things to change in the States?! After 21 years living in Ireland, coming back to a nation of guns was terrifying. I never worried about gun violence happening while my oldest was in school, when I went to the cinema, or to the shops while living in Europe.

I had so many friends and family from Ireland checking on us yesterday and in total disbelief of this happening on such a normal basis. This is not ok, ever. We don’t live in Boulder, but close enough to get a big shock and make it even more real. It is getting worse.

I don’t just worry about this happening to my family, I don’t want it to happen to anyone. I don’t want it to happen to you. This is preventable and we can easily move close to getting control of this, sensibly. Basic common sense.

#artquilt #socialjustice #socialjusticesewing #commonsensegunlaws #boulder #coloradomodernquilters #margaretlowers #enoughisenough #quiltart #gunviolence #quilt #quiltsofinstagram #dobetter #gunviolenceawareness #boulderstrong #momsdemandaction #momsdemandactionforgunsense #studentsdemandaction

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 23. T

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 23.

Today’s prompts are Quilts In The Wild and Jobs.

I haven’t been further away than the next town for a year, but 2 of my quilts have been on holidays to opposite sides of the country. So they have had more wild adventures than me. One of my jobs is a Quilt Designer, and the first photo is of my new #talkingincirclesquilt pattern (out soon), which I designed for @quiltingcowboy ‘s new look book for his Leaf fabric line (it’s amazing, check it out on his page and in stores very soon). Fabric by @windhamfabrics

The second photo is my BOM for the @nationalquiltmuseum which was hanging in Kentucky for a few months.

3rd photo is of one of my wonderful new stickers from @mtnairhandmade
She has some gold ⭐️ Quilts in the Wild photos 🤩 and is selling these great stickers in her Etsy shop.

#igquiltfest #igquiltfest2021day23 #marchmeetthemaker2021 #meetthemaker #quilts #quiltingcowboy #leaffabric #lookbook #quiltdesign #patterndesign #leaf #windhamfabrics #windham #quiltpatterndesigner #quiltpattern #bom #aurifilthread #quiltsticker #mtnairhandmade #natureprints #naturefabric #talkingincircles

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 22. T

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 22.

Today’s prompts are Most Loved Quilt and Hands On. Combining these, here are our most used quilts. These are all bed quilts that are used daily and have been washed a million times. They are now the softest and cuddliest. The lads’ ones are quilts I made them on their 4th birthdays. Mine is a made from several plaid shirts and #essexlinen and large HSTs.

Holding my kids a little closer tonight after hearing of yet another mass shooting, and this one so close. My heart goes out to all those effected by the devastation of the last week. Words are not enough. Enough is enough.

#mostloved #mostlovedquilt #quilts #quiltsinuse #meetthemaker #marchmeetthemaker2021 #igquiltfest #igquiltfest2021day22 #halfsquaretriangles #halfsquaretrianglequilt #plaidshirt #repurposedclothing #dragonquilt #knights #kidsquilts #aurifilthread #berninausa #bedquilt #quiltlove #birthdayquilt

Today is pattern release day for @bloomingpoppies

Today is pattern release day for @bloomingpoppies latest pattern #urbanlightquilt and I was so happy to test it.

Urban Light Quilt is beginner friendly but great for all abilities, and comes in 4 sizes (I made the baby size). It went together so quickly and has wonderful secondary patterns which can make for fun quilting. Check out @bloomingpoppies post and #urbanlightquilt to see more deatails and variations.

Karen also has a special offer on all of her patterns today, so check them out. I think you will love them too.

Fabrics: #essexlinen by @robertkaufman
@lottajansdotter @joelle_hoverson @zenchicmoda @maryengelbreit for @modafabrics #meriwetherfabric for @artgalleryfabrics #poppymae for @robinpickens

#patternrelease #bloomingpoppiespatterns #bloomingpoppies #patterntesting #sawtoothstar #sawtoothquilt #babyquilt #aurifilthread #quiltpattern #patchwork #quiltsintheair #quiltsinthewild #quiltsinthesnow #springquilt #quiltdog #dogsandquilts #rescuedog #coloradomodernquilters #coloradoquilters

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 21. T

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 21.

Today’s prompt is Favourite Quilt Block.

I have too many favourites to pick, but today it is Liberated Log Cabins as I just finished this #liberatedlogcabin top. I started in Friday’s class with @quiltsfromtheattic and @craftymonkies and have enjoyed the process. It helped focus the improv piecing.

I wanted a stained glass look with my blocks so the shot cottons give off a lovely saturation. The look will definitely change when quilted, but for now it is helping a gloomy wet day look more interesting. I made wonky log cabins with strips, HSTs, flying geese and 2 small #crazyblocks which I made as part of a @kaffefassettstudio kit.

Fabric: @kaffefassettstudio #shotcottons #shotcottonsbykaffefassett
@freespiritfabrics
Some @carolynfriedlander scraps have sneaked their way in as well.

#quiltsfromtheattic #liberatedlogcabins #liberatedlogcabinquilt #craftymonkies #wonkylogcabin #flyinggeese #liberatedlogcabinquilt #improvquilting #improvsewing #improvisation #inspiringimprov #stainedglass #stainedglassquilt #marchmeetthemaker2021 #igquiltfest #igquiltfest2021day21 #aurifilthread #quiltsofinstagram #quiltingismytherapy #hst #improvpiecing #patchwork #patchworkquilt #oldhouse #oldwindows

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 20. T

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 20.

Today’s prompt is Quilted Admiration and I immediately thought of @bisabutler

Bisa makes quilts are that are stunning works of art. Her style and amazing eye for colour and pattern are jaw dropping. Serious skills! Even her shoes alone in each piece are just incredible and her portraits tell wonderful stories. If you get a chance to hear Bisa speak, please do. It is wonderful to hear and see artists talk about their own work, inspiration and process. I will definitely make it to a show sometime, but for now I am happy to pour over her brilliant book and postcards.

#bisabutler #bisabutlerportraits #igquiltfest2021day20 #marchmeetthemaker2021 #igquiltfest #fangirl #portraits #portraitsofinstagram #quiltedportrait #quiltedadmiration #quiltsofinstagram #quiltersofinstagram #artinstituteofchicago #quiltlove #quiltbook #artbook #artbooks #quiltingbooks

Here are my #liberatedlogcabin blocks from today’s @quiltsfromtheattic class with @craftymonkies

I have been wanting to make this quilt from his book #inspiringimprov but never got around to it. The class was a perfect motivator to get started. Nicolas’ passion for improv, combined with helpful tips and tricks made for a great class.

Looking forward to seeing where this goes, improv is an absolute favourite.

Fabric: mostly @kaffefassettstudio @freespiritfabrics scraps from one of my recent #takingincirclesquilt samples. #shotcottons and there are 2 #kaffeefassett #crazysquares made from a kit I was kindly gifted. I decided to use the rest of the kit fabric for various projects.
Also, some @carolynfriedlander yardage and HSTs.

#liberatedlogcabinblocks #liberatedlogcabinquilt #improvquilt #improvpiecing #improvsewing #improvisation #stripes #stripesonstripes #hst #halfsquaretriangles #makingitupasigo #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #aurifil #quiltsfromtheattic #craftymonkies #workshop #quiltworkshop #sewingworkshop

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 19. T

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 19.

Today’s prompts are #thread and #silverlinings

For me, my thread of choice is is @aurifilthread

It’s beautiful, strong, my machine prefers it, and the huge silver lining is purchasing from a company who stands by it’s values in a consistent way. One of my favourite things about @aurifilthread is this recent collaboration with @sjsacademy and their #threadsofdiversity set.
This wonderful collection helps support @sjsacademy and lets all people’s skin tones shine.

The block, from the SJSA BOM is also designed with the same idea, using skin tones in the background. This is a SJSA Youth Artivist inspired design, with brilliant pattern by @libselliott

This set can be purchased at @fatquartershop

#aurifilthread #aurifil #aurifilthreads #companieswhocare #diversity #blacklivesmatter #blacklivesmatter✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿 #sjsabom #sjsa #sjsacademy #fatquartershop #aurifil50wt #aurifilsets #igquiltfest #igquiltfest2021day19 #carolynfriedlander #carolynfriedlanderfabrics #marchmeetthemaker2021 #quiltstagram #aurifilthreadsofdiversity

#summersamplerturns10 with @lee.a.heinrich @swimbi

#summersamplerturns10 with @lee.a.heinrich @swimbikequilt and @freshlemonsquilts

Yesterday’s block, Star, is the 5th block in this series. Foundation paper pieced, which I love, for crisp and accurate seams. I also love improv for the opposite reason.
Balance is everything.

Next photo is all the blocks so far.

Last photo is the variations for the block, I love to see what else they can make before assembling the quarters.

Fabric: @libselliott Stealth, @konacotton Grass green, black and a grey.

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#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 18. T

#igquiltfest2021 and #marchmeetthemaker day 18.

Today’s prompts are Workshop/Class Love and Colour. This is my photo from last year’s #igquiltfest and is from a class I took with @janeteclare at the @quilterslodge shortly after moving back to the States. I talked about this class yesterday and had a more colourful example of my Éire block. Here are few more samples of free motion drawing. Lots of Irish in these from snippets of poems, etc. Gráinneog is the Irish for hedgehog if you want to learn a great new word today. It was a brilliant class and hope to take another one soon. Janet has some online classes with @craftymonkies
if you are interested.
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This was a great addition to the day ☘️ I rec

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