I recently had the chance to take a class at a retreat where I was teaching, which doesn't happen very often!  How could I resist quilted shoes!?!  Lots of supplies, tools and gadgets to make these!  * First is the purchased Shoe Base - from SneakerKit * Two Fat Quarters quilted with two layers of double-sided fusible interfacing plus Soft & Stable sandwiched between, plus fabric for bias binding and shoelaces.  I chose a fun and funky fat quarter called Gradients Auras by Moda #33733-15 Onyx. * Eyelet and hole punch pliers, plus eyelet supplies * Wax Thread and a la ..read more

Hi, and Welcome to Quiltscapes for today's "Thank Goodness it's FINISHED" Friday!  So glad you are here!   "Evan's Ypsilon" by Deonn Stott  featuring Expressions Batiks (pages 120-130) by Riley Blake Designs   This version of my Ypsilon pattern is pretty fun!  I had been wanting to make a lap quilt for my Honey, and had a selection of these Batiks in Blues, Browns, and Gold precut 10-inch squares.  The perfect fabrics for a "Guy" quilt.   I didn't have quite enough fabrics to make it the length I wanted; it was almost square ..read more

How to (Quickly) Bind a Quilt This little clip is featured* in my NEW BOOK! Ultimate Binding & Edge-Finishing Guide for Quilting & Sewing "A go-to guide on how to ensure your projects are edged perfectly! This must-have resource details 16 binding techniques and various ways to finish a project, including traditional, bias, scalloped, chenille binding, invisible-faced, odd-angles and more. With easy-to-follow tutorials, coordinating photography, and *video links to further enhance instruction, this guide belongs in every crafter's library." ~ Fox Chapel Publishing Supplies: → Vi ..read more

Book Arrival! Woohoo!  They're here!  Yep, that was me, waiting at the door, then jumping up and down on my porch hollering "Woohoo!" like a little kid.  My book is finally here!   Want a signed copy?   PURCHASE HERE   Loaded with a ton of simple tips and tricks, I think this little book will be a wonderful resource for quilters and sewists who want simple solutions to finish their quilts and other sewn projects.   Not only does it cover all the basics of binding a quilt; calculation, preparation, and application (including that e ..read more

photo courtesy of Fox Chapel/Landauer Publishing I am thrilled and just a little bit giddy that my book is coming SOON!!  February 6th is the publication date.  I am on pins and needles!! While in Houston at the International Quilt Market last fall, I met up with Amelia Johanson, the Acquisitions Editor I spoke with at last year's Market to propose my book idea.  A few weeks later came the message "We have a book!"  Then to see a sample of it on their shelf - well... I think you are going to want one for yourself!  To order your signed copy, click here:&n ..read more

A wonderful Thanksgiving week is in the books!  It has been a season of Thanks, indeed!  Had a chance to visit with the Matriarchs of our family, my Aunt Marjory and my dear Mother-in-law, both of whom are 91 years young!  Delightful women who, despite some physical challenges, have minds that are still very active, engaging, and interested in every detail of our lives.  I am always interested in the stories they each have to tell. We have recently added two new grandbabies to our clan, and are grateful for all of these delightful little grandchildren who bring suc ..read more

Felix the Fox Cuddle(R) Blanket and Stuffie When I spied this adorable "Cuddle Buddies" kit over at Missouri Star Quilt Co, I knew it was the perfect thing to make for my newest grandson, born just a month ago.   Cuddle Blankets These are so quick and easy to make!   This little throw is made of two layers of plush fur, spray-basted together with temporary spray adhesive,  I love Odif's 505 spray - non-toxic, no smell, hold the layers together.  It's perfect for sewing with minky.   Trim the blanket to even out the edges, then add a ..read more

Here's a binding technique I had never tried before - a two-color pieced binding with joints on. the. corners!  Good Challenge! This quilt, made with Missouri Star Quilt Co's "Quilt Town" fabrics, has a graduated layout from orange to blue-green.  In order to frame the color transitions, I decided to switch the colors for better contrast.  I think it ties the two sides together. Here's how I made this "piece-as-you-go" binding.  I used 2-1/8" strips, joined with diagonal seams, trimmed and pressed open, then pressed each one lengthwise in half. Step 1)  Measure ..read more

I am thrilled to announce that I have accepted an opportunity to participate in Missouri Star Quilt Co.'s Influencer program!  Here's a look at my first box ..read more

Hi, and welcome!  It's Thank Goodness It's Finished Friday!  So glad you stopped by! This little gem of a quilt has been sitting in my "Box of the Unfinished" for about 8 years now!  I'm so happy to show you this finish and link up with  TGIFF.  We'll also have a little giveaway! (details below). It began in an "Appli-Quilting" class taught by Gina Perkes.  I learned just how fun and easy it was to stitch down the appliqué and quilt simultaneously; to "Appli-Quilt"!  What a great time-saver!  I think it is my quest in life, well in quil ..read more