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Diamond Superstar

Last week, I finished the 18" version of my newest paper-pieced block.  I also chose a name: Diamond Superstar! I've been busy perfecting the templates for both the 14" and 18" block and I'm hoping to release both in PDF pattern form very soon. My daughter immediately claimed the block as her ... View Post

Project Round-up

I've been working on a lot of different projects, but rarely finishing anything.  I seriously need to stop starting new things! This is a 26" x 36" "block" for an Improv Bee I am in with Jess at The Elven Garden.  I really love how it turned out and I would love to make an entire quilt from these ... View Post

Fabric Party Hat Tutorial

I recently made party hats for Kelle Boyd using her fun and adorable Ann Kelle Remix Fabrics. You can find the tutorial on the Ann Kelle blog.  They are quick to make and add  a unique, homemade touch to any party. Adorable children are by the Craft Junky. ... View Post

The Speedy Zip Dress + a giveaway!

  Miss Emmeline turned three last week and two days before her birthday I mentioned that I wanted to find time to make her a new kitty dress.  My friend, Ramona, was kind enough to share her new Speedy Zip Dress pattern with me and the result was adorable and super fast!  I used a cat ... View Post