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Blending modern and traditional elements in easy, original patterns!

Another part of my weekend plan is to cut ahead!

Hurray! It is 𝗙𝗥𝗜-𝗬𝗔𝗬! This stas

Hurray! It is 𝗙𝗥𝗜-𝗬𝗔𝗬! This stash fabric is cut and ready to have a quality date night with me and my #pfaff this evening. There's also a quilt on the longarm, rain in the forecast and a @houstonmqg meeting on the schedule. I'm pretty okay with all of that! Let the weekend begin (even if I have to wait for the 5:00 whistle!)⁣
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One last share for a day about #quiltbacking. Thi

One last share for a day about #quiltbacking. This is the back of my crazy colorful "Stitch In Prime" pattern and honestly it is so much fun I almost like the back better than the top! ⁣
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As much as I love the convenience of wide backs or the tidiness of solid fabric backing, I hope that after today there will be a few new lovers of pieced, stash-busting backings out there. ⁣
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You've seen my #sticksnstones pattern made up with

You've seen my #sticksnstones pattern made up with FQs from a #fiddledeedee by @meandmysisterdesigns bundle (plus some background) but I haven't shown you the colorful goodness of this pieced back...and today is all about backings! Having a perfectly coordinated backing is like having a reversible quilt and seriously...who can resist these happy colors and patterns? ⁣
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A post about 𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 is p

A post about 𝙗𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 is perfect for this quilt which must remain in "secret" mode for a little while longer. It's a fun teaser though because the back is made entirely of the remnants of fabrics from the top. I sewed the leftovers together with wild abandon and yes, you do recognize the great, fresh colors of @hoffmanfabrics batiks! This pattern drops in #AmericanQuilterMagazine from @aqsonline in about a month...watch for it! ⁣
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Let's talk about backing today! What's not to love

Let's talk about backing today! What's not to love about a wide back fabric that is already the right size for nearly any quilt? But consider the "use it all up" school of thought which is where I ventured recently with this not-so-wintery-colored version of my Dashing Through The Snow pattern, which appeared in the January issue of #AmericanQuilterMagazine from @aqsonline. Some of these fabrics had been in my stash for quite a while and it was time for them to go-go-go! Not only do I have a pretty cool back, but now there's a hole in my stash pile just begging for me to do a little fabric shopping at my favorite local quilt shop!⁣
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What is your go-to backing? Pieced? Whole-cloth? Show me what you're doing on the often unappreciated underside of your quilts!⁣
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Another example of quilting #iadmire for the #quil

Another example of quilting #iadmire for the #quiltalot2021 prompt of the day. Again, the beautiful work was done by @lanadunkerly of @itseamstobesew and was just perfect for this modern design, "Navigation."⁣
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This pattern is in the current issue of #AmericanQuilterMagazine from @aqsonline. Those beautiful batiks from Bali are from my friends at @hoffmanfabrics, who really know how to make color pop!⁣
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A special shout out to @sue_duckcreekequilting and @ohkayequilting for providing the prompts for #quiltalot2021. ⁣
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Today's #quiltalot2021 prompt is about what I admi

Today's #quiltalot2021 prompt is about what I admire. When it comes to quilts, I'm all up in admiration over amazing quilting! This close up of the beautiful work done by @lanadunkerly of @itseamstobesew on my "Dashing Through the Snow" pattern was just the best! It 𝙩𝙤𝙩𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 made the quilt! The pattern was featured on the cover of the January 2021 edition of #AmericanQuilterMagazine from @aqsonline and showcased beautiful batiks from my friends at @hoffmanfabrics. ⁣
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The branded edition of the pattern, including additional size options, will be available this summer in time for Christmas in July, so you can start warming up your jingle bell voices soon!⁣
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"A Stitch in Prime" is also #layercake friendly! I

"A Stitch in Prime" is also #layercake friendly! I made two holiday quilts from a stack of 10" x 10" precuts plus a bit of secondary yardage. This versitale pattern makes it fun to showcase my favorite pieces from any collection. What's your favorite size or style of precut?⁣
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@sallysangelworks made a super sweet #tildafabric

@sallysangelworks made a super sweet #tildafabric version of "A Stitch in Prime" and brought it to sew n tell when @houstonmqg was meeting in person. Gosh, how I miss gathering with all those creative people! I am always inspired by the beautiful work I see, so fingers crossed we can do that again soon. I am fully vaccinated and hopeful!⁣
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My friend @lindarlotz used my "Stitch In Prime" pa

My friend @lindarlotz used my "Stitch In Prime" pattern in a super creative way! She used adorable paper pieced farm animals from @madebymarney patterns and added an extra border to create this super cute farmyard quilt! It was so clever and came out so great! I love the way others can reimagine a design! Now I can also see orphan blocks or swap blocks featured in a way similar to what she did here! ⁣
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These pretty #attheshore panel sections from @3wis

These pretty #attheshore panel sections from @3wishesfabrics were another perfect fabric in my "Stitch In Prime" pattern. It's been a couple years since I made this one but the pretty motifs remind me of how much I like going to the beach!⁣
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The original "Stitch in Prime" quilt went merrily

The original "Stitch in Prime" quilt went merrily off to Florida during a fundraiser for social justice last year, but it's still one of my favorites. The @cottonandsteel #panorama sheep fabric was just the cutest! Strip piecing makes this design easy and all printed patterns are on sale at my webstore through the end of the month. Use coupon code BLUEBONNETS to enjoy 20% off and free shipping. ⁣
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Seeing my friends WIP on this FQ pattern makes me

Some friends had a sewing weekend with the free fa

Here's a completely different look from the same "

Here's a completely different look from the same "Micha's Delight" pattern I've been showcasing today! I hadn't sketched the colors out in advance so it was a fun surprise as I sewed it together. Photo courtesy of @kathy1232215 who displayed it so beautifully!⁣
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These were the original "Micha's Delight" table to

These were the original "Micha's Delight" table toppers. The pattern's namesake was gifted the 24" pink version and the 36" blue version went to a lifelong friend. They are lots of fun to finish round and the pattern includes a template for cutting! What do you prefer...round or square finishes?⁣
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"Micha's Delight" was named for a bright eyed youn

"Micha's Delight" was named for a bright eyed young girl I met at a local show. The design was originally for a round table topper, but it's just as pretty finished square. In 24" or 36" sizes you can grace a table, create a baby quilt or join multiples to make larger lap or bed quilts. It's one of my most versatile patterns with instructions for 2 sizes and 2 shapes (template to cut round included.) It's also on sale in my webstore where you will enjoy a 20% discount and free shipping on all printed patterns through April 30th with the code: BLUEBONNETS.⁣
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Fabric is by @katarinaroccella #grid for @artgalleryfabrics. It's been available for a while but is still out there if you are looking for it. I personally loved the line!⁣
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Here's the noir version of my "Chain Drive" patter

Here's the noir version of my "Chain Drive" pattern. I used the same beautiful #zuzuspetals fabric from @fronddesignstudios but changed up the background. I love the contrast!⁣
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Oh, "Chain Drive!" Your name sounds so rugged but

Oh, "Chain Drive!" Your name sounds so rugged but you make this porch rocker look nothing but soft and cozy. The bright and cheerful colors are #zuzuspetals from @fronddesignstudios and will always be some of my favorites.⁣
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