Tag Archives: quilting

Priming the Pump

Posted on January 10, 2011 by Diane Harris

I have been in a sewing slump. Does this happen to you? A host of regular-life “stuff” has drained me of the energy to create. I find myself entering my sewing area only to stand there feeling lost and unsure … Continue reading →

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The Stash Discussion/Problem/Obsession Giveaway

Posted on January 4, 2011 by Diane Harris

It seems like everyone in quilty-blog-world is talking about their stash right now. I wonder if it’s because we tend to “take stock” as a new year begins. I moved from one state to another a week before Christmas, which … Continue reading →

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alzquilts.org: QM Staff Donates

Posted on January 1, 2011 by Diane Harris

I’ve been dying to tell you about our donations for this month’s online auction of small quilts by the Alzheimer’s Art Quilt Initiative (AAQI), spearheaded by Ami Simms. And now that it’s January 1, I can finally spill the beans! … Continue reading →

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Learning the Hard Way Giveaway

Posted on December 29, 2010 by Diane Harris

I’m learning something the hard way: NEVER RUSH THROUGH BASTING THE QUILT. I spent a lot of time on this little quilt. The paper foundations look like this: Four foundations are joined to make the block. There are about 35 … Continue reading →

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Photographic Inspiration

Posted on December 26, 2010 by Diane Harris

Artists of all kinds are often asked where they find inspiration. Have you ever noticed that the answer is often “everywhere”? Creative people seem to naturally find ideas every place they look. Whether you’re like that or not, you’ll appreciate … Continue reading →

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Free Foundations: Seasons & Celebrations

Posted on December 22, 2010 by Diane Harris

The Countdown to Christmas is winding down! Today our treat for you is a set of foundation patterns we’ve named Seasons & Celebrations. There’s a tiny pattern (just 3.5″ across) for every month of the year! These are the designs … Continue reading →

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Free Christmas Pattern – Stocking

Posted on December 15, 2010 by Carolyn

As of 7 weeks ago, I have a new grandson. Parker Stephen Beam was born 10/24/10, bringing much joy to our entire family. He needed a stocking to go with the ones I made for the rest of his family. … Continue reading →

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Free Christmas Pattern “Joy”

Posted on December 10, 2010 by Paula

Hi there! I’m so excited to post my first post for Quiltmaker magazine! And what better way to start off, than with a free pattern in our Countdown to Christmas? I thought it would be fun to share one of … Continue reading →

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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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