School Days HST Quilt

By Andrea | June 28, 2012 |

I’ve been working on another small quilt recently, trying to use up some of my stash.   For this project I’m using the School Days Charm Pack by American Jane Patterns for Moda. I’m pairing the patterns with a dark blue floral I had purchased for some long forgotten project.  I actually think that the blue…

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More Quilting

By Andrea | June 18, 2012 |

I may have just finished a quilt top, but that doesn’t mean I’m planning on taking a break from my quilting.  I’ve already got another (allbeit much smaller) project in the works.  This one will actually be small enough that I’m hoping to attempt to machine quilt it myself, using my sewing machine.  This particular…

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Cutting Out the Urban Baby Pattern

By Andrea | June 1, 2011 |

I’m currently working on cutting out pieces for the  48-inch circle.  I’m using the “Urban Baby” pattern designed by Valori Wells for FreeSpirit.  I decided on this pattern, not only because it was the right size, but because in black and white should be a nice addition to my quilt.  Download the pattern yourself at…

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Craft Month 2011 – Day 22 – Printing Custom Fabric

By Andrea | March 22, 2011 |

I found a great place online that allows you to print your own custom fabric.  You can check it out for yourself at www.spoonflower.com  but… if $18-$32/yard isn’t in your budget, you can make your own.  Now, I have only tried this for small sizes, no larger than 8×10.5inches. To print my fabric, I create…

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