My fascination with English paper piecing (EPP) continues. After doing some sewing and research, I've come up with two projects I want to make, both inspired by traditional designs. I ordered nearly 3,000 EPP papers and was expecting a huge package. Silly me. When your EPP papers are for 1-inch shapes, they do not take... Continue Reading →
EPP Hexie Layouts
I've been playing with my English paper piecing hexagons. Which layout do you like best? Random/scrappy layout Flower layout Color wash layout
How Just Thinking About My WIP Led To 3 More Quilts
My king-sized maple leaf quilt is finally ready to sandwich. This means I am only a few steps from being done. Granted, actually quilting it is going to take a while, but the finish line is in sight. So what do I do? What anyone would do. Start three new quilts! My maple leaf quilt... Continue Reading →
Good Design Takes Thought: A Quilting Story
Sometimes running with inspiration has magical results. Each step of the process is a natural extension of the last, and the vision of the end product keeps you on the right path, just doing the next thing, until suddenly, the project's done. Sometimes doing what seems natural, however, can be a mistake, especially if that... Continue Reading →
Quilt Show Lesson: Every Work of Art Has Its Fans
In the world of the internet, it can be hard to understand the value of making things yourself. There is so much competition out there, so many people better at what you are doing than you are. A meme or video goes viral, and suddenly everyone you know is talking about baby Yoda. In such... Continue Reading →
