Have you ever seen something out in the wild, and wondered how pretty it would be to freeze that shot and frame it forever? It's that moment that is just SO good, you take in that extra long gaze and lose yourself a little... Well when you're April Rhodes, you take that extra step into … Continue reading Observer Fabrics Preview
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Hello Bear Triangle Quilt
One of my dearest friends is expecting and I knew I wanted to make something very special for her. The Hello Bear collection by Bonnie Christine for Art Gallery Fabrics came to mind immediately...especially, since I just made the Dwelling Quilt with it. It's whimsical and playful with such a soothing palette...and best of all, … Continue reading Hello Bear Triangle Quilt
Hawthorne Threads Roam Fabric Blog Hop
When Hawthorne Threads asked me to participate in this blog hop for Roam, I just about jumped out of my seat! I had the pleasure of working with some of their digitally printed fabric for my niece's nursery bedding so I already knew just how lovely this fabric would be. Roam is a soft, dreamy rustic … Continue reading Hawthorne Threads Roam Fabric Blog Hop
Make a Mugrug from the Dwelling Quilt Pattern
When Holly Gets Quilty asked for pattern testers for her newest Dwelling Quilt pattern, I couldn't help but get involved. I first became familiar with Holly's patterns through her Squash Blossom pattern I used in the Squash Blossom Bouquet mini. She makes the most gorgeous quilts and I love how her patterns are so nice … Continue reading Make a Mugrug from the Dwelling Quilt Pattern
What to Do When You Forget to Pre-Wash High Contrast Colored Fabrics (in a Quilt)
After picking the high contrast fabrics for one of my latest quilts AND after cutting into it AND after piecing it...I realized I should have pre-washed it! How was I going to prevent bleeding on my project??? When I thought to pair magenta, black and white fabrics together in my recent Jacks Quilt, the thought … Continue reading What to Do When You Forget to Pre-Wash High Contrast Colored Fabrics (in a Quilt)