One of my favorite posts of the year that I love to update is my Gifts for Quilters. And usually I include a long list of handmade gift ideas as well as nifty tools and notions, books, and other specialty gifts. If you follow me on Instagram or Facebook, you may already know, my left […]
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Gifts for Quilters 2014
Since it's "that time of year" I thought I'd update my list of Favorite Gifts for Sewists and Quilters. I've added a few new things this year. One day I want to have the powers of Oprah to just hand out free samples of each to one and all, but alas, I'm not there quite […]
50 +Gifts to Make for and Give to Quilters
Every year, I love pulling together a list of suggestions to make or give to your favorite Quilter. I've found some fun new projects to make for other quilting friends as well as new books, tools and other items perfect to give your favorite quilter! (Or for you to share with someone else I you're […]
Mother's Day Gift Ideas for Quilters
With Mother's Day just a few weeks away, I thought I'd share a list of some some Quilt-y themed Mother's Day gifts to make or give to one of your favorite moms. (Or, to share with your loved ones as a *hint hint*. 😉 Many of these are new this year and one of them […]
16 Easy Sewing Gifts for Everyone on Your List
Need some quick, handmade gift ideas? This post rounds up 16 easy, beginner-friendly sewing projects you can make in an afternoon—perfect for teachers, neighbors, friends, and everyone else on your list.
Last minute handmade gifts
Looking for quick, handmade gift ideas for everyone on your Christmas list? Here's a list of 30 projects ranging from cute kitchen and personal use items to home décor and bag tutorials. These fast, DIY options are perfect for avoiding extra shopping trips, and many utilize materials you might already have at hand. So pop on some Christmas tunes, grab your fabric stash and get sewing!
Handmade Gift Ideas for Quilters and Friends Who Sew
As quilters yourselves, you already know that it's a lot of fun to make a sweet little gift for other friends who sew. It's just that much more rewarding to give a handmade gift to someone who also values handmade items! Now is a great time to get a head start on Christmas gifts for […]
Gift Ideas for Quilters 2024
Every year I update my mammoth list of Gifts for Quilters and People who Love to Sew. You can find the full list here including lots of notions, tools, and quilting-themed novelty gifts. But if that list feels a little overwhelming, here's a shot list of a just a few new things that I've bought […]
Gift Guide for Quilters
It's the festive season, and it's time to think about gifts for your quilting friends. There are plenty of options, from cute enamel pins and adorable humorous tees to quilt kits and sewing-themed t-shirts from Maker Valley. You'll also find standout items like hand-crafted quilting tools, project storage bags, and sewing-themed jewelry. For those more tech-inclined, think about gifting quilting software or online classes. And don't forget the joy of giving fabric bundles or the timeless favorite – a good old gift certificate!
50+ Gift ideas for Quilters
It's that time again. I've pulled together a bunch of gift ideas to for Quilters - not only things you can buy, but also things to make that almost any quilter would love. Some of these are gifts I've received myself, so I speak from experience. This is one of my favorite posts of the […]
Mother's Day Sewing Gifts + New Quilt Books
I've received a bunch of new release quilting books for 2016 over the past few weeks and wanted to share some of them. I figured with Mother's Day coming soon, they might be some good recommendations. (Here are some more ideas for Gifts for Quilters if you're looking.) This book, Lovely Little Patchwork by Kerri […]
Mother's Day Gifts for Sewers
Could someone please explain to me how it is almost May? Wasn't Christmas just a couple of weeks ago? Life is flying by! May means it's almost Mother's Day. (Yay moms!) I was contacted recently by IKEA to see if I would be interested in receiving a bundle of creative supplies and to use them […]
Perfect Quilter's Gift Guide 2025
It's that time of year for Gift Guides and Idea Lists. Which, frankly, I love because I struggle coming up with new ideas for gifts for some of the people I love. But when it comes to quilting, I've got ideas galore. So if you've got a quilter in your life, or you just need […]
More projects with Gretel + Unique Mother's Day Gift Ideas
I've had fun playing with my Gretel fabric recently, making some smaller projects for gifts. It's fun finding new ways to show off some of my favorite prints - this line is so great for fussy-cutting. With Mother's Day approaching, I also figured some of these unique Mother's Day gift ideas that might come in […]
My Favorite Quilting Supplies
People frequently ask me what machine, tools, etc. that I use when I sew and make quilts. Here's a summary of the tools I use most and that I like best. It may be subject to change and grow from time to time, but for now, I feel like this is a pretty in-depth quilting […]
My favorite rotary cutter
Did you know that this is the 35th Anniversary of the Olfa Rotary Cuter? I can't imagine how all those quilters who lived before the age of rotary cutters managed to do what they did. Amazing. But I have to say, I'm so glad to live in the day and age of helpful tools and […]
12 Lessons I've Learned After 20 years in the Quilting Industry
Last week I attended the latest trade show for the quilting and sewing industry: H+H America's Spring Show. More details on that in a minute. While I was there I started reflecting back on what I've learned over the past 20 years of working in the quilting industry. These are some pretty broad lessons - […]
Quilt Project Ideas for America’s 250th Anniversary
I've been making quilts inspired by American folk art, the US Flag and other Americana-inspired motifs since 2001. And I love that a red, white, and blue color palette never goes out of style. Quilting has a long tradition of commemorating special occasions or historical events with handmade keepsakes. As we approach America's 250th anniversary […]
How to Reuse and Repurpose as a Quilter: Tips for Sustainable Sewing
Quilters are some of the best "repurposers" I can think of. (I don't think that's a real word but you know what I mean. 😉 ) We're great at seeing the potential in a pile of leftover scraps or making new sentimental gifts from a cast-off item. It's who we are and we've been doing […]
A Scandi Little Christmas
One of the highlights of our 2025 was the opportunity to visit Norway in July. I loved it for so many reasons including connecting with my Norwegian roots, seeing dear friends and staying in their home, and connecting with the unreal beautiful natural surroundings. Our pace wasn't frenetic and I came away healed and whole […]
Sew Drawstring Bags: 14 Patterns From Zakka Workshop
If you love quick, practical sewing projects that make great gifts, or just make everyday life a little prettier, you'll adore Sew Drawstring Bags from Zakka Workshop! This charming book includes 14 fun projects that range from simple beginner-friendly pouches to larger bags perfect for travel or everyday errands. In addition to a book with […]
Breast Cancer Awareness + Ways to Help
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Here is a list of simple service ideas to bring comfort by sewing for breast cancer patients. Also a couple of great fundraiser and awareness campaigns from By Annie and the Fat Quarter Shop, including free projects and quilt blocks.
Meet Wrap the World With Quilts
Prepare to be inspired. I'm excited to introduce a cause that is near and dear to my heart: Wrap the World With Quilts. This grassroots nonprofit organization has a simple mission: deliver comfort, love, warmth, and healing to people in crisis - whether war or natural disaster - one handmade quilt at a time. Since […]
Easy Fall Sewing Projects: Quick Quilted Ideas for Autumn Decoration and Gifting
It's hard to believe that Fall is right around the corner! Personally, I'm so excited for cooler temps and golden days. Fall is my favorite season. In this post guest contributor, Stacey from Stacey Lee Creative is sharing a list of Easy Fall-inspired sewing projects to make for Fall decor and gifting. Or just get […]
Ink & Inspiration: Tattoos in the Quilting Community
In this post guest contributor Jennifer Worthen shares a fun read about the evolution of Quilty-inspired tattoos. Jennifer, the writer behind the blog Slightly Biased Quilts, has been quilting since 2009 and is a modern pattern designer with a love for bold color and clean design. She shares her passion through approachable quilt patterns, lectures […]
What is Liberty of London?
What is Liberty of London and why is it famous in the quilting world? Liberty of London is a historic and inspiring department store in London's West End shopping district. The iconic Tudor-Revival store front is a London landmark and the architecture inside is equally enchanting. This department store is full of charming housewares, swanky […]
Handmade Christmas Ornament Ideas
Handmade Christmas Ornaments are always some of my sentimental favorites to hang on the tree, year after year. And there are so many great tutorials to make them! I've put together a list of some of my favorites, including a bunch that are perfect for 3" embroidery hoops, pieced blocks, felt creations, and new-sew options! […]
What's on my Sewing Table - November 2023
Seasonal changes are afoot in my sewing room over the past 2 days. I'm putting away fall-flavored projects and pulling out the Christmas projects! I'm excited to get a bigger jump start on Christmas sewing this year. So with that, here's one last look at the fall feeling in my sewing room: This scrappy log-cabin […]
Sorting, Saving, and Using Fabric Scraps
In my opinion some of the most beautiful quilts are made from scraps, so here are some tips and inspiration to help you sort and organize, and USE (and purge) those fabric scraps.
What's on my Sewing Table November Edition
Happy November to one and all. Here we are. How has 2022 gone so fast? (Why do I keep asking this question year after year?) And Christmas will be here before you know it! Mixed feelings about that one. Both excited and not ready yet. As you will see in the mix of projects on […]
Collection of Union Jack Quilts
If you've been around these parts, you may already know that I'm a bit of an anglophile. (One who loves all things Britain.) I also really love flag quilt blocks from all countries. As a result of that combination, it seems I've made a lot of Union Jack Quilts over the years. Since it's the […]
Scrappy Quilted Carrot Table Runner for Spring
Are you in the mood for a fun project for Spring? In this post creative contributor Jenni Wingenroth shares a tutorial for a quilted carrot table runner. And it's perfect for using up scraps! Hello! I'm Jenni - the maker and designer behind the quilting site Nollie Bean. I have always felt compelled to create. […]
Sewing Projects and Inspiration made with Notting Hill Fabric
I have loved seeing new sewing and quilting projects that have been made using my latest fabric collection for Riley Blake Designs, Notting Hill and thought I would share some of that inspiration with you! It always is fun for me to see the variety of ways creative folks use the fabric I've designed. This […]
Christmas Sewing
I had big plans for productive Christmas sewing this month. Especially with a much clearer calendar than most Decembers (thanks 2020), I figured I would be sewing up a storm! Instead, not much has happened in my sewing room. I guess December has still felt busy after all. Even though we haven't had any Christmas […]
Flag Quilt Blocks on my Sewing Table
Time for another edition of "What's on my Sewing Table"! This week my sewing space looks like there was an explosion in a flag factory with red, white, and blue fabric everywhere! Partially inspired by Amy Chappell's fun flag mini quilts earlier this week, I'm working on two sets of flags at the moment - […]
Free Printable Quilt Care Instructions + Gift Tags
As gift giving season is upon use, I'm so excited that Elizabeth Chappell is generously sharing these free printable Gift Tags and Quilt Care Instructions to include with our quilty gifts! If you haven't met Elizabeth, let me introduce you! Quilt Care Instructions Hello quilting friends! My name is Elizabeth Chappell, and I am the […]
Christmas Sewing Lists
Over the years I've made a bunch of Christmas Lists for Quilters. Everything from Stockings, to Quilts, to Christmas pillows, and handmade gifts. I thought I'd link them all in one handy place for reference! But first, a peek behind the curtain. I thought you might like to see a glimpse of the glamorous life […]
Gretel + A New Quilt Pattern: Fraulein
I'm so excited that my latest fabric collection, Gretel, is hitting stores November 2018! You may have seen a few posts where I've teased Gretel. I'm so excited to share the full collection as well as a brand new coordinating quilt pattern, Fraulein. Gretel is distributed by Riley Blake Designs. As of 2019 it is […]
Zakka Home Project Book by Sedef Imer
A few months ago, Sedef Imer of Down Grapevine Lane, asked me if I'd like to review a copy of her brand new book, Zakka Home. I have always been a big fan of Sedef's style and attention to detail, so I was excited to get my hands on a copy of this book. Zakka […]
Pretty Fabric Shops in London
As mentioned in a previous post, I got to visit London a few weeks ago. This time I visited some favorite old haunts as well as some new-to-me locations. I also paid a return visit to a couple of fabric stores: The Cloth House and Liberty of London. I've visited and shared both shops before, […]