Tag Archives: diy

Christa’s Quilt Links – Valentine’s Edition

Posted on February 9, 2013 by

Since Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, I thought I’d share a few links showing adorable valentine’s themed quilt projects and tutorials. All links and pictures are re-posted with permission. First we’ll start off with Connie from Free Motion … Continue reading →

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Sew and Tell and Giveaway Winners!

Posted on November 26, 2012 by

I quilted all weekend on my Charming Chevrons quilt and am really pleased with the progress so far. It was pure bliss to sew for hours on end while my hubby entertained the kiddos with movies and games. But more … Continue reading →

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DIY Quilts 2.7 – Binding Baby Bricks

Posted on October 11, 2012 by

To finish off both the girl and boy versions of Baby Bricks, I am finishing my bindings by hand. I’m always needing a hand project that I can stitch while watching TV with the family! A limited number of Baby … Continue reading →

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DIY Quilts 2.6 – Baby Bricks Option 2 FMQ

Posted on October 4, 2012 by

I love adding free-motion quilting to my quilts whenever I can. That is why I chose to enhance my girl version of Baby Bricks with some decorative double loops. Step 1 – Securing the Blocks Before getting to the fun … Continue reading →

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DIY Quilts 2.1 – Baby Bricks Supply List

Posted on August 29, 2012 by

Welcome to my second Do-It-Yourself Quilt Tutorial! (Click Here for the first one). What makes my quilt-along different and exciting? We will make the complete kit from start to finish including machine quilting. That’s the do-it-yourself part – no quilting … Continue reading →

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DIY Quilts #1.6 – Machine Binding to Finish

Posted on August 23, 2012 by

Wow! This is the last week for our Jolly Jelly Roll quilt along. But don’t worry – I’ve had so much fun that I will start a brand new do-it-yourself quilt tutorial next week. Start gathering your fat quarters to … Continue reading →

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Sew and Tell Friday – 3 Jelly Roll Quilt Tops

Posted on August 17, 2012 by

For today’s show and tell we have a triple header! These three beautiful quilt tops come from Linda and Martha, a couple of friends who have been moving right along with my Jolly Jelly Roll do-it-yourself-quilt tutorial. These two gals … Continue reading →

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DIY Quilts #1.5 – Machine Quilting

Posted on August 15, 2012 by

This week’s post is the one I’ve been waiting for. I think machine quilting is the best part of making a quilt, so I couldn’t wait to get my Vintage Modern jelly roll quilt top finished and basted so I … Continue reading →

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Favorite Tools #6 – Needles

Posted on August 14, 2012 by

Since we will be quilting our Jolly Jelly Roll quilts this week, I thought it was an appropriate time to talk about sewing machine needles. Needles are often the least expensive but one of the most important components of making … Continue reading →

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DIY Quilts #1.4 – Backing and Basting Your Jelly Roll Quilt

Posted on August 8, 2012 by

Welcome to part 4 of my do-it-yourself quilt along! So far we’ve gathered our supplies, sewn the blocks, and completed our quilt tops. This week we will piece our backings and baste our quilts so that our Jolly Jelly Roll … Continue reading →

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