Applique Class

I had a blast in my applique class. It was such a great experience and it really opened up a lot of doors for my quilting. I now know how to make some much more complex quilts. The photo above is of the bear quilt we made in class.

Binding Class

I went to a binding class and it was very helpful. There is a lot of options when it comes to binding a quilt. This class showed me many ways to finish off my quilts. I would recommend taking a binding class if it interests you.

I have been procrastinating my binding because I am worried it will take forever, and be boring. I will let you know how it goes for me.

I got a new present....

I don't know how I became so blessed to have a friend like Teresa... but she bought me a new sewing machine!!! It came with tons of stitches and a walking foot. It runs so smooth and is so easy to use... Get this... it even has an automatic threading needle!!! Now it is time to start making some quilts that really shine!!!!!

However, I have to admit...it is not just the machine that is going to allow me to make better quilts, I took a few classes (also courtesy of Teresa). I owe her a huge thank you, hmmm maybe I will work on something for her soon!

Winnie the Pooh Book Turned Wall Hanging

I wanted to decorate my son's room in Classic Pooh. I figured I would make him a one of a kind wall hanging/ quilt. I didn't have a clue if I could find any fabric, but I found something better. There was a roll of fabric that had a pattern for a plush Winnie the Pooh book. It had the perfect size blocks and everything!!!!

I chose a boarder fabric and was on my way!!

I did have to get a bit innovative with this one because of an uneven number of blocks. There were 12 blocks, but one of them said, "this book belongs to" so I couldn't use it. I could use the pooh and piglet that were on the block, so I cut them out and used fusible webbing to attach it and stitch around it. Then I embroider a message for my baby where the book writing would normally be. I thought it was a creative save!

Baby Blanket w/ Multiple Textures

This one is a kit that I bought. I just fell in love with the fabrics! It has a really soft plush material (solid brown) and some neat fabric. I would probably never buy another kit like this though, because they over charge and give you the bear minimum.

For this quilt, I didn't like the fabric they provided for the center so I choose a different one. Plus since I had an extra fabric piece I made this larger than the instructions. I just had to do some simple math and figure out my lengths.

I actually was not the one to make up this new design. Josh (my fiancee) basically designed this quilt for the baby. I let him make all decisions including what to put as backing. He choose an unconventional backing... terry cloth. This way the quilt is multifunctional. It can be a blanket or a towel!

I still have yet to finish quilting this one. It was going to be my first machine quilted quilt, but I needed a walking foot. So this is put on hold until I get one....

Bright Hopes Block- Quilt #2 and 3

The next quilt I tried was this one called a "Bright Hopes" block. I made this one for my amazing nephew Cole, he was only one month then! He is 6 months now, where does the time go... any way...

This is a great beginner blo

ck. You do have to learn how to sew partial seams.

DON'T FREAK OUT!

They are fairly simple. I used instructions online that take you step by step. They will have you sewing beautiful partial seams in no time. The directions are very easy to follow! Good Luck!

I also made this quilt in a bright pink design. This design is so versatile!

This block requires 5 colors. I used 3.5x6.5 inch blocks and a 3.5x3.5 block in the center. I used 2.5 inch boarder material.

9-block- MY FIRST QUILT

This is the first quilt I made in December 2009. It is a simple 9-block quilt, that I would recommend for any starter. I did not use binding on this quilt and I tied it off. So technically I have heard this means it is called a "comforter," but to me it is a quilt. The first quilt I made my baby.

Steps I followed:

Picked out one light, dark and medium fabrics.

Ironed fabric

Cut 3.5 inch strips, cut 3.5x3.5 blocks. I figured out my arrangement and began sewing strips of three squares with a 1/4 seam. Once I got three strips of three squares I sewed them together. I used a 1.5 inch boarder between blocks.

Fairly simple, but I was so proud when I finished it.

P.S. Please forgive my lack of knowledge in the terminology department... remember, beginner! LOL

Till next time... sew on!

Welcome Message

Hello All,

I am a beginner quilter! I began quilting 6 months ago while I was pregnant. I feel in love with it. I am a graphic artists and I have found that I use my skills with digital design a lot in my quilting. I have a journal that I also use to create quilt designs. I have a lot of ideas that I want to try. I am the type of person that takes and idea and thinks why can't I do this to it? I basically just want to brag about my quilts and discuss my trials and triumphs on my journey to learn to quilt. I welcome all discussions and ideas!! Thank you for checking out my blog. MORE TO COME SOON!!!!!!!!!!!!