The Art of Flying Geese: Three Techniques You Gotta Try Hey there, my fabulous quilting friends! Today, we’re going to dive beak-first into one of quilting’s most iconic elements – the Flying Geese block. ?✨ But hold onto your rotary cutters, because we're not just winging it with the basics. Oh no, we're soaring through three fabulous methods to create these beauties, each with its own flair. Ready to take flight? Let’s flap into it! 1. Stitch and Flip – The Classic With a Twist First up, the good old “stitch and flip.” It’s like the comfort food of quilting techniques – familiar, cozy, and o ..read more

Welcome to the World of "Celestial Stripes": Where Every Quilter Shines Hello, fellow quilters and creators! Today, I'm thrilled to share something truly special with you — our "Celestial Stripes" quilt pattern. Designed with love and a deep understanding of what makes quilting not just a hobby, but a passion, this pattern is here to inspire, simplify, and celebrate your quilting journey, no matter where you are on that path. Simplicity Meets Versatility At its heart, "Celestial Stripes" embodies the joy of quilting with a refreshingly straightforward approach. If you've ever felt overwhelmed ..read more

3D Illusion: Crafting Depth with Textiles Ah, it's that time again, my fellow fabric aficionados! Let's get our quilting groove on with the second installment of the "Blockheads 5" Quilt Along. After our stellar journey with the Stellar Star, it's time to turn up the heat with the Radiant Star Fire block! Spark Up Your Quilt with Radiant Star Fire – Zen Chic Style! Get ready to ignite your creativity and sew up a storm with our newest block - Radiant Star Fire. It's like the chameleon of quilt blocks, transforming with your choice of fabric and placement. Just imagine the ooohs and aaahs when ..read more

The Unplanned Plot Twist of My Quilting Odyssey Imagine you're on your way to a quilting class in Switzerland, buzzing with excitement for what lies ahead. But then... Boom! Your plans get flipped on their head – and I'm not talking about a wonky quilt block here! ? In my latest vlog, I take you on a journey that takes more unexpected turns than a surprise block pattern. It's a tale filled with twists and turns, as surprising as finding a long-lost pin in a haystack. From a lost suitcase desaster to a heartwarming reception that makes all delays worthwhile – this vlog has it all. And to top it ..read more

Dive Into DIY: Your Next Crafty Adventure Awaits! Hey there, crafty souls and fabric whisperers! ? Ever felt like your home could use a dash of pizzazz or a touch of homemade love? Well, buckle up, buttercup, because we’ve cooked up something that’s as fun to make as it is to show off - introducing the DIY Rope Bowl Tutorial, brought to you by Zen Chic! Why Rope Bowls? Because Why Knot! Let’s face it, we all have those bits and bobs lying around that just seem to wander aimlessly. Keys, change, those fabric scraps you just can’t part with – they all need a chic home. Enter the rope bowl: the s ..read more

Get to the Core of Foundation Paper Piecing Delve deep into the seeds of FPP, where learning is a treat, and mistakes are just apples on the compost heap of experience. Hey there, stitch-savvy enthusiasts! ?✂️ It's time to core out your doubts and piece together confidence with our freshly-pressed YouTube tutorial: "4 Essential Tricks for Flawless Foundation Paper Piecing – Now with a FREE Apple Block Pattern!" ? Dive into our cozy corner of the quilting universe and bite into the juicy details of Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP). Whether you're just planting your quilting seeds or already flour ..read more

Stitching Hearts: The Art of Perfect Pairings in Quilting Hey there, quilt enthusiasts! ? Ever felt like a fabric just gets you? Like it's the peanut butter to your jelly, the mac to your cheese, the... well, you get the picture. In our latest YouTube extravaganza, we're diving into the sometimes tricky, always exciting world of pairing fabrics with quilt patterns. It's like speed dating for your quilting projects! We take a closer look at our swoon-worthy Bluish collection and reveal which patterns are swiping right on it. Spoiler alert: GLOBE, LOTUS, THROWING, and DANCE WITH ME are totally s ..read more

Quilting Magic Unveiled: The Quilt Maker Academy – Your Fast Track to Quilting Mastery! Hello, fellow quilters, fabric aficionados, and lovers of all things Zen Chic! After watching our free webinar from yesterday (either the English or the German one) - have you spinning your thread, wondering how to elevate your quilting experience to the next level? Or perhaps you've been searching for that perfect quilting course that fits your modern and sophisticated tastes, much like our Zen Chic designs. Well, worry no more! We've got the perfect answer stitched right into the fabric of our brand-new o ..read more

? Hey there, let's spice up your quilt projects together! ? Ready to uncover a little secret? Our super cool (prerecorded from the first round) webinar, "Precision in Quilting: Y-Seam? No Problem!" is waiting for you. We're diving into the mystery of precise sewing and showing you how it can totally rock your quilt world overnight. The Y-seam, that little beast that sometimes gives us quilters gray hair? Pah, we'll show you how to tame it! ? What's in it for you? Why accurate sewing is the key to quilts that might even impress your quilt buddies. A foolproof step-by-step guide to masteri ..read more

Seamlessly Spectacular: How Precision Elevates Your Quilt Welcome to another Zen Chic chat, where we're stitching together humor, creativity, and, this week, a dash of precision! Have you ever wondered why some quilts just pop, making you stop in your tracks to admire each meticulously aligned seam? Well, my fellow fabric aficionados, it's all about precision, the unsung hero of the quilting world. Let's unravel this thread together, shall we? A Match Made in Fabric Heaven: The Magic of Precision Piecing Imagine two pieces of fabric meant to be together, like peanut butter and jelly, but sepa ..read more