My favorite day is the first Tuesday of the month when I gather with my quilting friends for Paper Piecing Palooza! This is an open sewing day at my local shop, Sun Valley Quilts, and most of us have Judy Niemeyer patterns in progress. Now that I am back to working full time, I can't make it to ever...
Quilters have such hope for the future! We are always starting new projects to celebrate life milestones or just to try a new way to express our creativity. I'd like to invite you to journey with me as we explore traditional blocks, paper piecing and a modern layout with Directions, a 2021 block of ...
I have been doing alot of foundation paper piecing recently. There are some supplies to have on hand that make the process easier. Today I will share the essential tools for paper piecing. If you are looking for a fast paper piecing project, download my Holiday Gnome pattern - it’s free through the ...
In Quilting 101*, we learn that designs are built on contrast. When it's time to choose quilt colors, many quilters start out with a dark design on a light background. Gradually we learn to use a wider range in our color palette and medium fabrics creep in. Visit the Quilting Room with Mel for an in...
