Happy Friday y'all! My website just hit a major milestone today, I just published my 100th post and it only took a little over two years working part time on this. Blogs are a lot of work but I'm doing it for the love of being creative and finding others who are like me. Passing down traditions of crocheting, sewing and quilting to anyone who is interested in learning. Plus free patterns and inspiration, at least that's the goal anyway. Here are some random fun facts about me, so here we go:...
2 months ago • 1 min read
You may have already seen these posts but they contain round ups of different types of quilt patterns. Each of these posts were written over the last two weeks. So make sure you check these out if you are in between quilt projects and looking for your next pattern. All free of course. This week I'm back to my childhood home to attend a funeral and spend time with my granddaughter this weekend. We will be volunteering at a Harvest Festival and earning community service hours for her school. We...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Still working on getting some projects finished that have been lying around for way too long. Also working on some curtains and trying to think up my next crochet pattern. Here are two free quilt patterns, both lap or throw size. Perfect for all skill levels. Each is different, using a different piecing method to sharpen your quilting skills. Fall is almost here and I'm excited. It's been so hot this summer and it's no fun to craft when it's hot. Looking forward to crocheting more, I've...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Happy Labor Day Weekend! Well it's overcast this morning in Newport Beach. It's a city in Southern California about 2 miles from the beach. My husband is a yacht captain and works most weekends during the summer leaving me to my own devices. That's one of the reasons I started my blog, to give me something constructive to do and unplug from corporate life and work from home. Blogging has been quite the adventure. Lots of ups and downs but I've learned so much and grown as a person. Have you...
4 months ago • 2 min read
Happy Friday! If you are like me, you have more than one hobby. It's so hard to crochet when it's hot so I'm drawn to sewing and quilting. But sometimes you just want to crochet. I've been working on smaller projects, mostly table runners and toppers. Some quilted and one crocheted. Granny Stripe Blanket All of these projects have free patterns. They are much faster than full size quilts or crochet afghans. You can decorate your home or make these for holiday gifts. Handmade items take time...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Happy Friday! I've been busy this week on the blog. One crochet pattern for easy beginner friendly dishcloths using Joann or Amazon yarn. Two posts on Luca's college quilt with free pattern and Spoonflower tutorial for designing your own custom fabric. 8 Point Star Quilt Pattern - Big Stars Free quilt pattern featuring large star blocks. Finished quilt measures 75″ x 90.5″. Free pattern and tutorial. Free Pattern Design Your Own Fabric Learn how you can turn into photo or image into fabric at...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Weekend Crochet Inspiration This inspiration is all about pillows. It's fun to work on quick summer time projects that won't get too hot in your lap. I tend to quilt more in the summer and crochet more in the winter. Crocheting afghans is very satisfying but too hot to make in the summertime! So here are two quick pillows to add some crochet charm to your life and home. Modern Square Pillow Only 50 rows total, all using the fun and EASY extended single crochet stitch. You’re gonna love how...
5 months ago • 1 min read
I've been kind of quiet lately and that's because people are hiring me to make custom quilts. It's exciting and intimidating, most of it is the pressure I put on myself to make something the client will like and I can be proud of. So over the next few month, I'll start sharing the process with all of you. I can't wait to share it all with you, my quilting friends. In the meantime, here's what's been happening on the blog. Checkerboard Quilt Fast scrappy quilt patterns are the best and a good...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Weekend Crochet Inspiration Easy Cell Phone Cross Body Purse Beginner friendly and so fun to wear when you are out and about. Stop putting your cell phone in your back pocket and make one of these instead. Everyone will want one when they see you with this trendy purse. Free Pattern Americana Pillow Fast and budget friendly pillow made with Red Heart "Americana" 4-ply yarn. Using the Even Berry stitch to give it some texture. My pillow is on my craft chair and I love it! Free Pattern Candy...
6 months ago • 1 min read
"Blushing Blocks" Quilt Pattern Free square in a square quilt pattern. The sample is for Christmas but this pattern and the right fabric works for any time of the year. Made with one at a time flying geese. No specialty ruler needed, I'll show you how. Free Pattern "Jingle Geese" Table Runner Free flying geese table runner pattern. It's another Christmas sampler but looks great all year by changing fabric. Made with one at a time flying geese. No specialty ruler needed, I'll show you how....
6 months ago • 1 min read