Author Archives: Diana

What goes with what? Wish by Valori Wells

What solids coordinate with Wish by Valori Wells? Kona Cotton Ash Michael Miller Cotton Couture Gold Kona Cotton Cardinal Kona Cotton Carnation Michael Miller Cotton Couture Petal Kona Cotton Kumquat Michael Miller Cotton Couture Grass Kona Cotton Grass Green Kona Cotton Aqua Free Spirit Designer Solids Light Jade Kona Cotton Caribbean Kona Cotton Water Kona…

What We’re Making! Schoolhouse Tunic by Sew Liberated

I made the Schoolhouse Tunic by Sew Liberated for my Quilt Market adventure in Portland.  The lightweight fabric selected from my stash is similar to a tana lawn in weight. We just received a new Liberty Lawn which is very similar to the one I used. To create a bit more room for the bust,…

Quilt Market Spring 2013 Reflections by Becky

I am not a quilter… Well, I’ve dabbled with it but would never venture to say that I am one. Not yet, anyway. After the Portland Quilt Market, I must say I am close to getting the ‘bug’.  The amount of fantastic creations in technicolor just about sent me to another land.  I might have…

What goes with what? World Tour by Parson Gray

  What solids coordinate with David Butler’s World Tour from Parson Gray?   Moda Bella Solids Etchings Stone Robert Kaufman Essex Linen Putty Robert Kaufman Essex Linen Steel In The Beginning Modern Solids Lead In The Beginning Modern Solids Slate Moda Cross Weave Aqua Michael Miller Cotton Couture Jade Michael Miller Cotton Couture Denim Robert…

What We’re Making! The Cerisy Skirt by Rachael

I found a great skirt tutorial. I must share! The Cerisy Skirt from Rachael at Imagine Gnats. The reversible skirt, yes I said reversible, uses a knit fabric band instead of elastic. The classic A line skirt is my favorite style. And there is no hemming! The Anna Maria Horner Field Study Pressed Field Poppy…

Quilt Market Spring 2013 Reflections by Jacqui

When Kathy told the team she was taking us to Quilt Market in Portland, I was like “Sweet! I’ll get to see a sneak peak at the upcoming releases.” I had been viewing the trip like those previews you see when you go to the movies. But instead of feeling like I was watching a…

Quilt Market Spring 2013 Reflections by Megan

My first impression walking into Quilt Market was “Wow, am I dreaming?! This is incredible!” The size of the convention center and the number of booths was so impressive. I was excited to try and see it all. Walking through the aisles, passing countless people and trying to read their name tags to put faces…

Quilt Market Spring 2013 Reflections by Alicia

Quilt Market overall:  It’s BIG and overwhelming when you first arrive in the exhibition hall, but the bright colors and happy, excited people draw you in.  On the first day, I explored the floor with Diana.  We had a plan for methodically exploring each row of booths, and at the end of the day we…

What goes with what? Folk Modern by Ellen Luckett Baker

What solids coordinate with Folk Modern by Ellen Luckett Baker? Kona Cotton Pomegranate In The Beginning Modern Solids Slate Free Spirit Designer Solids Spark Gold Kona Cotton Fern Robert Kaufman Essex Linen Indigo Kona Cotton Lime Free Spirit Designer Solids Grape Kona Cotton Oyster (Not shown) Happy sewing! ~Diana

What We’re Making! Tiny Pocket Tee by Grainline Studio

Inspired by the summer season, Megan made 3 Tiny Pocket Tanks from Grainline Studio. The downloadable pattern makes it easy to start sewing anytime the mood strikes. The yardage requirement is 2 yards of 45″ quilting cotton or 1  7/8 yards for 54″ wide fabric. The Black Tank is made of Robert Kaufman’s Brussels Washer…