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Free Pattern Friday: Booties, Shoulder Bag, Shawl, and More

Posted by on May 10, 2013 in Crochet, Fiber Arts and Felting, Jewelry Making, Knitting, Paper Crafts, Quilting, Sewing | 6 comments

Free PatternsIt's time to celebrate the end of a great week. Enjoy a brand new roundup of fun free patterns. From a chic wire wrapped ring to adorable baby booties, a stylish shawl and more, snag the ones you like, keep busy over the weekend, and come on back next Friday! Read more

Play with Pinwheel Quilts

Posted by on May 10, 2013 in Quilting | 4 comments

Pinwheel QuiltsThere is nothing quite as whimsical as pinwheel quilts! Interestingly, there are many types of pinwheel blocks that you can combine to create stunning pinwheel quilts. Let’s explore a few now! Read more

Traditional Quilt Blocks for a Timeless Touch

Posted by on May 9, 2013 in Quilting | 5 comments

Traditional Quilt BlocksWhile there are thousands of quilt block designs, some traditional quilt blocks never go out of style. Traditional quilt blocks are beautiful whether sewn using modern or traditional fabrics—they truly have withstood the test of time. Here are a few traditional quilt blocks that look wonderful using any variety of fabric choices. Read more

Shop Spotlight: The Quilt Studio

Posted by on May 8, 2013 in Quilting | 4 comments

Shop Spotlight: The Quilt StudioJoin us for a behind-the-scenes peek at an inspirational crafting retailer we’ve met through Craftsy Connect. This week we got the chance to talk with The Quilt Studio owner Carol Cisar, about the challenges and triumphs of owning a quilting shop in Omaha since 2001, as well as her fun Sew Sweet Shoppe series. Read more

Enter the Spring into May Giveaway

Posted by on May 7, 2013 in Quilting, Sewing | 60 comments

GiveawayWith the arrival of spring and Mother's Day just around the corner, we want to help you celebrate with a big crafty giveaway. Enter the Spring Into May Giveaway for your chance to win one of six HUGE prize packs. The total of all prizes is valued at more than $2,200! Read more

Discover the Dear Jane Quilt

Posted by on May 7, 2013 in Quilting | 9 comments

Dear Jane QuiltMost, if not all, quilters have heard of the legendary Dear Jane quilt. Jane A. Stickle, who was born on April 8, 1817 in Vermont, is the creator of the infamous sampler quilt, comprised of 169 square 5” blocks, each one different. Altogether, there are an astounding total of 5,602 pieces in this quilt! Learn more about this much loved masterpiece. Read more