Spring has sprung where we are, bringing warmer days and walks in the park. And what could be more lovely than this glorious reminder of flowers, birds, and green leaves?  This quilt is aptly named Posy Park. p.s. Check out our E-Bay shop for great bargains on quilt patterns and collectible items. For continuous free quilt patterns, please visit us on Twitter !  Posy Park, made and quilted by Linda Cote This fabulous creation was based on the Posy Park design by Kathy Doughty.  Winner of a blue ribbon, Linda Cote began the project in a workshop at Empty Spools.  The q ..read more

"April is the sweetest month of the year, the mellow season of rebirth and renewal." This quote by Mary Sojourner reminds us of the promise of spring.  And there is nothing more springlike than this "lollypop tree" quilt, which showcases Kaffe Fassett's cheerful fabrics! Left-over Lollypop Trees by Pat Morris Pat Morris based this wonderful quilt on the Lollypop Trees pattern by Kim McLean.  Pat says, "It is hand appliqued using Kaffe Fassett fabrics in my stash. I made a larger quilt and had six left over blocks." She alternated cool and warm color blocks for a harmonious design.&n ..read more

Here are more photos from the Quilt Fiesta, the annual Tucson (Arizona) Quilters Guild show. We saw so many fabulous quilts and are sharing some highlights here.  We hope you enjoy the photos! p.s. Please see our E-Bay shop for great bargains on patterns and vintage collectibles. For continuous free quilt patterns and blog updates, please visit us on Twitter. Maty Colter: Builder on the Desert by Karen G. Fisher This amazing original art quilt was made and quilted by Karen G. Fisher as a tribute to Mary Colter, the architect and on-site construction boss for the Fred Harvey Company, who ..read more

Here are more photos from the Quilt Fiesta, the annual Tucson (Arizona) Quilters Guild show. We saw so many fabulous quilts and are sharing some highlights here.  We hope you enjoy our photos! p.s. Please see our E-Bay shop for great bargains on patterns and vintage collectibles. For continuous free quilt patterns and blog updates, please visit us on Twitter. The Glow by Christine Nelson, quilted by Lynn Simon Christine Nelson based this quilt on a classic Lone Star pattern, and the color and fabric choices were simply beautiful.  Christine says, "I used an ombre fabric for the mai ..read more

Welcome to the Quilt Fiesta, the annual Tucson (Arizona) Quilters Guild show! We enjoyed seeing  hundreds of fantastic quilts and will be sharing highlights here.  We hope you enjoy our photos. p.s. Please see our E-Bay shop for great bargains on patterns and vintage collectibles. For continuous free quilt patterns and blog updates, please visit us on Twitter. Montepulciano by Kathy Adams This stunning original landscape quilt by Kathy Adams won Best of Show, along with 1st place in the Art Quilts - Scenic category.  Kathy says the quilt was "Inspired by a picture I took of Mo ..read more

Welcome to our Free Pattern Day! Today we're featuring quilts inspired by the color GREEN. Some patterns are for current fabrics, while others are for archived collections. We hope you enjoy this post!  To go to a pattern: Scroll down the page until you see the quilt you like, then click on the words "CLICK for PDF download" in the title above the quilt.  (Download your favorites today!) p.s. Please see our E-Bay shop for great bargains on patterns and vintage collectibles. For continuous free quilt patterns and blog updates, please visit us on Twitter. Bright Heart quilt, 54 x 72 ..read more

Presidents' Day is a U.S. federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February. Here is a quilt designed and made by Cathie Hoover, who says: "To honor our founding father, (George Washington 1732-1799), Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army, and our First President, I created this quilt using apps on my iPad." p.s. check out our E-Bay shop for great bargains on quilt patterns, books, and collectible items ! For many free quilt patterns, please visit us on Twitter. Washington by Cathie I. Hoover, California The strong horizontal lines of quilting on the background contrast ..read more

We're sending love to all our readers today! Valentine's Day is celebrated annually on February 14.  Don't forget to love yourself, as well as those dear to you, today and always. Happy quilting! Note: Please check out our eBay shop for great bargains on quilt patterns, fabric, and vintage and modern collectible items ! I heart you, 57 x 57" or 108 x 108", by Vanessa Christenson Heart quilts aren't just for Valentine's Day! One of our favorites is Vanessa Christenson's charming "I heart you" pattern, created with love in mind. Get the pattern at V and Co (CLICK HERE). And for dozens of F ..read more

Red and white quilts have timeless appeal! The striking contrast of red against white lends itself to a variety of designs and styles, whether pieced or appliqued. We love this appliqued beauty featuring flowers, birds, baskets, a tea service, toadstools, and beautiful borders. p.s. Please see our E-Bay shop for great bargains on patterns and vintage collectibles. For continuous free quilt patterns and blog updates, please visit us on Twitter. Red Delicious by Judy Tenen, quilted by Judy Tenen Judy Tenen won a prize for her gorgeous quilt, which is primarily appliqued and machine quilted.&nbs ..read more

A Dresden plate is a classic quilt block that can be styled in any way, either traditional or modern, depending on the fabric choices and block arrangements! This delightful quilt features Dresdent plates in pink and coral hues. The use of two different sizes of "plates" adds visual interest! p.s. Please see our E-Bay shop for great bargains on patterns and vintage collectibles. For continuous free quilt patterns and blog updates, please visit us on Twitter. Sherbet Dresden Plates by JoAnn Jackson, quilted by JoAnn Jackson JoAnn Jackson says, "This quilt was made from the remnants of a previo ..read more