Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Benartex Ambassador Tote Challenge
Friday, December 23, 2022
Flurry Pillows + Zipper Tutorial
It's snowflake season! The timing on this post is perfect, because we are currently in the middle of a snowstorm. I'm sharing my Flurry Pillows tutorial over on Thermoweb's blog today.
Click here to see the tutorial. Below, I'm sharing a little more in-depth zipper tutorial. I used to make only envelope pillows, but a few years ago, I tried adding a zipper to a pillow I made and haven't looked back - I like the results so much better!
Start with (2) 17" squares of background fabric and (2) 17" squares of Fusible Fleece. Follow the tutorial directions to make front and back, squaring each side up to 16-1/2" after quilting.
Step 1 Place the pillow front and back right sides together. Increase your stitch length for basting. Stitch along what will be the bottom edge of the pillow with this long stitch, using a generous 1/4" (sometimes I even go 1/2") seam allowance.
Friday, December 16, 2022
Santa Snacks Reindeer Mat tutorial
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Find the Santa Snacks Mat tutorial here. |
Let's get started!
(1) 8-1/2" square for backing
(1) 8-1/2" square HeatnBond Fusible Fleece
HeatnBond Lite Iron-On Adhesive
HeatnBond Liquid Vinyl
Step 1 Sew the (4) 2-1/2" x 8-1/2" strips together along long edges.
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Strippy Improv Holiday QAL - week 4
It's week 4 of the Strippy Improv Holiday QAL!
This week we're talking assembly and quilting. How is your project coming along?
I'll share a few of my finishes here:
I hope you enjoyed being part of the quilt along and I can't wait to see how your project turns out! Be sure to tag me on social media - @quiltyzest or #strippyimprovholiday so I can see!
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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
Strippy Improv Holiday QAL - week 3
It's week 3 of the Strippy Improv Holiday QAL! How are your blocks looking?
We've been in a block making whirlwind here--I've been sewing blocks, and so have my two younger boys. I even turned two blocks into mini quilts for my quilt guild's gift exchange last night. (Such a great quick gift idea!) Here they are:
Last week, I talked about making snowman and candy cane blocks. This week, let's discuss ornaments, trees, and stars.
What blocks are you making?
Next week we'll talk about assembly options - square wall hangings, table runners, and a quick mini quilt finish.
Join the Strippy Improv Holiday Quilt Along!
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Purchase the pattern here. |
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Strippy Improv Holiday QAL - Week 2
How, oh how does December start tomorrow? It's good that Strippy Improv projects sew up quickly - you're on track to finish before the holidays begin!
It's week 2 of the Strippy Holiday Improv Quilt Along, and this week we're talking block making! The pattern includes 5 block options - your choice which to make!
I've been sewing Strippy Improv Holiday blocks with my kids the last few days, and even though I've made A LOT, it always surprises me how quickly they come together!
Let's talk about snowman and candy canes this week.
Snowmen are great for digging into your low volume stash - so many different white prints to play with! You can also give your snowman personality by adding details - a scarf, coal for eyes and buttons, a carrot nose, and stick arms. Just keep contrast in mind - if you use a darker background (recommended), choose your hat and stick colors so they pop a bit!
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