Now that it’s spring, the weather has been getting slightly warmer and the days slightly longer. The combination of those things always makes me want to get outside! I have this vision of having a picnic lunch outside in an English garden, surrounded by flowers and fresh green grass. I’ve never actually done any gardening […]
Hello, Quilters! It’s Carolyn Wainscott, back with a traditional quilt setting that can be used in so many ways, from scrappy to elegant. This vintage-looking doll fabric is one I have been reluctant to cut into. Can anyone out there relate? It has been in my stash for several years, but “My Vintage Dolly Lattice […]
Have a hard time getting out of bed in the winter? I know I do. It’s just too tough to leave the warm blankets when it’s cold and grey outside, especially since I’m usually up before the sun is out! Sometimes all you want to do is just stay in bed and relax. I’m here […]
Hello, All-Carolyn from Carolyn’s Canvas here with one of my latest lightbulb flashes: What about making a comfy baby quilt using flannel tubes like we used to make woven potholders? That would be so simple and quick and easy and cute and warm and, and, and… There are simply too many reasons to make this quilt! […]
One of the hottest trends in quilting at the moment are patterns that hail from beautiful Scandinavia. From the fjords of Norway to the coastal cities of Denmark, the gorgeous cultural and physical landscape of Scandinavia has inspired some amazing works of art, including these free quilt patterns. Inspired by both Scandinavian traditions and sleek […]
Happy New Year’s Eve, sewists! The new year is the perfect time to start on a new quilting project. For one thing, there’s always the excitement of a fresh start that motivates us to try new things and set new goals for ourselves. For another, when it’s so cold outside, there’s nothing quite like staying […]
When I think “cozy,” the idea of curling up in a log cabin comes to mind, away from the hustle and bustle of the city and surrounded by peaceful woods. Add a cup of hot chocolate and a warm blanket to the daydream, and I’m just about falling asleep! As nice as it is to […]
One of our most popular blog posts in recent weeks was Ain’t That America: 50 Regional Quilt Patterns and Tutorials, and our readers overwhelming loved our Midwestern quilt section more than any other region! It’s hard to deny the appeal of the Midwest and Midwestern quilts in particular. Nestled in the heart of the US, the Midwest […]
Quilting is one of America’s most treasured forms of fabric art and has both cultural and historical significance for the US. So, to celebrate the importance of quilting in the United States, and to celebrate it as a beloved art form, we’ve compiled a list of our top 50 quilt patterns and tutorials inspired by […]
The Meaning Of Giving A Blanket As A Gift Throughout the centuries, the gift of a homemade blanket has been associated with feelings of warmth, respect and kindness from those giving a blanket towards those receiving it. Our article below covers just a few of the aspects that come to mind when we give a […]
