Yearly Archives: 2010

Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa and Fun Quilty Freebies

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Diane Harris

We’re already one full week into December, and Quiltmaker’s Countdown to Christmas continues. One of my favorite holiday traditions is making lovely-to-look-at and even-better-to-munch Cranberry Jalapeno Salsa. The recipe is a conglomeration of some I have tried; it’s very flexible … Continue reading →

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Monique Dillard’s Ballyseede Quilt

Posted on December 7, 2010 by Diane Harris

The Jan/Feb issue of Quiltmaker features a quilt called Ballyseede by Monique Dillard of Open Gate Quilts. We asked Monique to tell us about the quilt’s inspiration. Ballyseede is an unusual name for a quilt. What is its origin? A … Continue reading →

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Christmas Tree Skirt Setting Idea: use this free layout with your favorite 12″ blocks

Posted on December 6, 2010 by June

Please join us here for holiday inspirations every Monday, Wednesday and Friday as we Countdown to Christmas. I love decorating for Christmas–I don’t often do a lot because I travel to be with family–but when I do bring everything out … Continue reading →

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Little Christmas Windmills: Free Quilt Pattern

Posted on December 3, 2010 by Diane Harris

Good-Natured Warning: Making These Little Blocks is Like Eating M&Ms…Hard to Stop! I started making these blocks about five years ago as “Leaders & Enders” a la Bonnie Hunter at quiltville.com, but I had so much fun making them–they soon … Continue reading →

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Brain-Free Sewing Zone Giveaway

Posted on December 3, 2010 by Diane Harris

I have a Brain-Free Sewing Zone. This is a place I go when I’m too tired to be really creative and I don’t want to make any big decisions. I created it because I don’t want to waste precious sewing … Continue reading →

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QM’s Countdown to Christmas

Posted on December 1, 2010 by Diane Harris

It’s December 1—let the Countdown begin! We’re going to have lots of fun here between now and Christmas. Stop by every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through December 24 for holiday inspirations. We’re kicking it off today with a reminder about … Continue reading →

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Quiltmaker’s Countdown to Christmas

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Diane Harris

Please join us here for holiday inspirations every Monday, Wednesday and Friday as we Countdown to Christmas. Beginning Wednesday, Dec. 1, we’ll feature free patterns, tutorials, giveaways and other seasonal delights. Don’t miss it!

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Quilters: Win “A Day in the Country”

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Diane Harris

Jane Quinn owns Quilting in the Country, a quilt shop nestled among the wildflowers of a century-old farmstead south of Bozeman, Montana. Jane designed a block for Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks Volume 2. Jane used a cup from her childhood as inspiration … Continue reading →

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Still More 100 Blocks Designers, Giveaway!

Posted on November 19, 2010 by Diane Harris

We promised you a list of designers who were not on the blog tour, and here they are. You’re sure to discover even more quilty pleasures at these links. Enjoy! If Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks Volume 2 is not available locally, … Continue reading →

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Visit Designers’ Websites: It’s Not Too Late + Freebies!

Posted on November 17, 2010 by Diane Harris

On sale now: Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks Volume 2! You can still pop in to see 100 Blocks designers’ websites for ideas, inspiration and much more. To make it easy, here are links to each day’s posts from the recent blog … Continue reading →

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