Love Note Mini Quilt
Looking for a fun, last minute Valentine’s Day project?
Check out my version of Fat Quarter Shop’s Love Note mini quilt.
This mini quilt comes together before you can say those three little words. Haha!
The pattern is totally FREE! Click the button below to get your copy.
I made my version with a few Basics from Riley Blake Designs, including my Hearts Seasonal Basic. I also used Dapple Dot and Confetti Cotton Solids. For the binding, I used Gunny Sack, a Seasonal Basic by Lori Holt.
To mix it up a bit, I used my Cheerfully Red Main Floral in white for the backing.
For piecing and quilting, I used my BabyLock Journey and Aurifil 50 WT thread.
Check out the image below. I love to stand and sew. It’s easier for me to navigate cutting, sewing, and ironing. When we moved back to NYC, I found that our vintage mid-century dresser was the perfect height. Whatever it takes, right?
If you don’t make the Love Note mini quilt this year, add it to your list for next year! Check out Beverly and Amy’s versions below. They’re too cute. I especially love Amy’s added embroidery.
https://flamingotoes.com/love-note-mini-quilt/
https://www.diaryofaquilter.com/free-valentine-mini-quilt-pattern/
Be sure to check out the library of FREE patterns at Fat Quarter Shop. You won’t be disappointed — there’s a pattern for just about everyone (and every holiday!).
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Project Bag Featuring Sashiko...
Me: let’s get organized.
Also me: let’s make a new project and get organized.
A couple of months ago, my friends at June Tailor gave me a couple of their new sew-by-number projects, including this awesome set of Project Bags featuring the Zippity-Do-Done pre-sewn zippers.
Sew-by-number is super easy, especially with their detailed instructions and online video resources. This project is beginner friendly and perfect for those—’’I’m not sure what to make’’—moments.
I used yardage from the new basic, Dapple Dot by Riley Blake Designs as well as two 5” Stackers (select colors) from Liberty Fabrics Emily Belle. They’re both modern and chic!
Following the instructions for the bag header, I chose several colors from the Emily Belle stackers and created a scrappy bag lining. I used my Baby Lock Journey sewing machine, the Digital Dual Feed Foot and 50 weight thread for piecing and quilting.
I used 40 weight thread and my Sashiko machine from Baby Lock to add cross-hatch quilting to the bag header. There’s a large canvas for creativity, so why not use it to add another layer of dimension to this fun project?
Helpful tips for using the Sashiko machine with this project:
Practice on scrap fabric to find the perfect stitch pattern, length, and spacing
Mark the desired stitch pattern with a heat resistant pen
Start the stitches outside of the seam allowance, this will help to prevent them from “popping” out
Leave a longer-than-usual thread “tail” at the beginning and end
Tie off or trim the thread “tails” right before piecing
Check out this blog post to read more about the Sashiko machine. This speciality machine is perfect for those looking to add something new and exciting to their sewing room.
After wrapping up the quilting details, the rest of the Project Bag came together quickly.
I like to say that I’m “zipper challenged,” but the Zippity-Do-Done zippers will you make you a zipper superstar in no time! All you need to do is slide your project into the pre-sewn casing and stitch. The zippers are available in six colors and sold individually or by the yard.
Now I have something beautiful to kick off my organizing adventure. How do you organize your sewing room or projects? Tell me in the comments below.
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Hush Hush 2 Fabric...
Can you believe Christmas is 65 days away?!
These adorable embroidery hoop ornaments (or quilt blocks) feature foundation paper piecing and only take a couple of hours to make! That’s perfect, especially if you’re looking for a sew easy Christmas decoration or gift topper.
We’re celebrating the launch of Hush Hush 2, the second designer collection of low volume prints from Riley Blake Designs. Twenty-one designers, including myself, created a low volume print — how fun is that? For this collection, I designed a deliciously cute salted pretzel. It’s an homage to the many sidewalk cart snacks found around New York City.
Here’s what you’ll need to make your own:
Modern Trees Foundation Paper Piece Templates (click on the button below)
Fabric (I also used Dapple Dot, a new basic from Riley Blake Designs.)
Felt
(2) 3’’ Embroidery Hoops
Glue Gun and Glue Sticks
Fabric Safe Pen or Pencil
Ribbon
Miscellaneous Sewing Supplies
Here’s the simple instructions for making your own:
Trace the embroidery hoop on a piece of felt.
Following the line, cut out two felt circles and set aside.
Print out the Modern Trees FPP templates. Remember to print at 100%.
Make the Modern Trees blocks.
Remove the paper from the back of the blocks.
Center and insert the blocks into two embroidery hoops. Tighten.
Trim the excess fabric from the back of the embroidery hoops.
With the glue gun, apply the felt circles on the back of the embroidery hoops.
Tie ribbon to the top of the embroidery hoops.
Ta-da! You now have two adorable Hush Hush 2 embroidery hoop ornaments!
To piece the blocks, I used Aurifil 50wt. #2021 and my Baby Lock Journey. I always use a size 90/14 needle and a 1.4 stitch length for FPP. A smaller stitch length makes removing the paper so much easier.
New to foundation paper piecing or FPP? No worries!
You can find several great tutorials on YouTube, including one I created for Fat Quarter Shop.
I hope you enjoyed this Hush Hush 2 embroidery hoop ornament project! What do you think? Do my ornaments have a boho chic or modern farmhouse vibe? Either way, I think they’re very cute!
Be sure to check out the adorable wreath embroidery hoop ornament from Sandy Gervais.
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P.S. Add additional Christmas trim, foliage, or embroidery stitches to your ornaments to make them extra cute.