Author Archives: Shayla

About Shayla

I am the Editorial Assistant at Quiltmaker. I have been making quilts since I was six and now have my own pattern design company. Outside of sewing I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling the world and playing with my 3 dogs.

QM’s 100 Blocks Vol. 7: Hootie block #611 & Giveaway!

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Shayla

Hello Quilty friends! I hope you all had a great time last week hopping from blog to blog. There were all sorts of wonderful and pretty blocks to see. Be sure to check out ALL the designers that are in … Continue reading →

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Quilting Designs on CD; EQ7 Giveaway Reminder

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Shayla

One of the most useful tools Quiltmaker offers came from a partnership with The Electric Quilt Company. Several years ago we joined forces and created Quilting Designs on CD. My co-workers said that using these Quilting Designs CDs is as easy as 1-2-3. … Continue reading →

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Quilty Quote: I’m Falling to Pieces

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Shayla

We’re pleased to debut a new Quilty Quote for you today. Isn’t it the truth?! And aren’t we all glad of it? Enjoy this little gift from Quiltmaker, and feel free to use it wherever you’d like. If you’re active … Continue reading →

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Quilty Quote: Hexactly!

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Shayla

We’re having a lot of fun brainstorming for new Quilty Quotes each week. There’s a new one up today. It’s appropriate because Quiltmaker has hexagons on its mind these days. Feel free to use “Hexactly!” wherever you’d like. We’d love … Continue reading →

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Quilty Quote: Hexies on my Mind!

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Shayla

There’s a new Quilty Quote up today, and it hints at the theme for the brand spankin’ new May/June issue. Start thinking about those magical six-sided shapes because the fun starts tomorrow with our Hexagon Roundup blog post. You won’t … Continue reading →

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Block Party Sponsors: Thank You! Giveaway!

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Shayla

We had such a good time last week in Portland during Quiltmaker‘s Block Party. We partnered with a number of industry leaders who provided support and giveaways for those attending. We’re really grateful to all of them. Below are the … Continue reading →

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Quilty Quote: Quilters know all the Angles!

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Shayla

Happy Monday from the staff at Quiltmaker! It is Quilty Quote Monday! Here is the latest Quilty Quote from the Quiltmaker staff. Feel free to Pin, Tweet, Facebook, Blog or share it wherever you would like. We have a total of 10 … Continue reading →

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Tutorial: Quilty Centerpieces from Two Fat Quarters

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Shayla

Need a simple yet beautiful idea for decorating tables at a quilty event? Use 2 contrasting fat quarters with one cylinder vase (shown with vases that are 3″ diameter, 7″ tall) and a bit of raffia.   Step One: Open … Continue reading →

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Quiltmaker’s Block Party in Portland

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Shayla

Hello Quilty Friends! Our Block Party in Portland is in full swing this weekend. There are quilting all-stars teaching, great giveaways and happy quilters everywhere. Here are some (okay, quite a few! =] ) photos of the festivities thus far: … Continue reading →

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Quilty Quote: Party like a Block Star!

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Shayla

QM’s Block Party begins tomorrow evening in Portland, Oregon. Our weekly Quilty Quote is appropriate for the event and for anyone who loves quilt blocks and fun times. Enjoy—it’s on us! You’ll find all of our Quilty Quotes on one … Continue reading →

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