The arrangement of blocks in this finished quilt is an X so I am calling it X Marks the Spot for a lack of a … Read More
Luxe in Bloom Lone Star
I had the chance to play with another newly released Sizzix quilting die, the Sizzix Bigz XL 25″ Die – Diamonds, 2 1/2″ (2 … Read More
Trending Chevron Lap Quilt Tutorial
I have to admit that I am pretty much smitten with this quilt I made using one of the many newly introduced Sizzix quilting … Read More
Ribbons: Mini Series 1, Block 5
Today I am sharing my last block in a series of five blocks based on the Sizzix parallelogram die.To see the tutorials for the other … Read More
Double Z: Mini Series 1, Block 4
I’m back to share a tutorial for another block using the versatile parallelogram. I’ve been demonstrating how you can use the Sizzix parallelogram die to create a … Read More
Windmill Star: Mini Series 1, Block 3
I’m continuing on with my mini series of parallelogram focused blocks using Sizzix dies today. Block 3 is the Windmill Star. If you … Read More
2013 Sizzix Design Team
Today, Sizzix is announcing the 2013 Design Team! The team is back this year bigger than before. Many of us have been invited to … Read More
Enigma Block Tutorial
I am sharing a tutorial for this block, aptly called Enigma, on the Sizzix blog today. It’s made using three dies that many quilters who … Read More
Aspen Frost PJs
BasicGrey is introducing a new fabric line, Aspen Frost, that will be available in stores in June. It’s such a fun Christmas collection. I know … Read More
Cream and Sugar Kitchen Aid Cover
The people at Windham Fabrics were kind enough to send me some charms of Cream and Sugar, a new fabric collection by Ampersand … Read More
Tim Holtz Tattered Floral Challenge
Have you heard about the Tim Holtz Tattered Floral Challenge? If not, you can read all about it here. I am very fond of this … Read More
Bunny Skirt Tutorial
Ahh, what picture of a little girl with bare legs is complete without a few bruises? Although there is snow outside my window and I … Read More
Rose Dream Block Quilt–WIP
When I saw Madrona Road, right after it was first released, I knew I needed to use it for a quilt for our bed. The … Read More
Valentine Treats
I’m joining the rest of the Sizzix Design Team today, celebrating Eileen Hull and her wonderful dies. I made these little treat bags for my … Read More
Rose Dream Tutorial
Sizzix now has a Rose Dream die! I was so excited to see this. I was a little concerned about how tricky all the curves … Read More
Bathtub Gin Quilt
I made this quilt using the new Sizzix 8″ tumbler die and Bari J.’s Splendor 1920. Since the fabric evokes the 1920’s, I named my … Read More
Half-Hexagon Bag Tutorial
If you have read my blog for any length of time, you might have noticed that I haven’t done a hexagon project yet, even though … Read More
Valentine’s Day Crossword Sham Tutorial
This project has been planned for some time now. The idea first came to me when I saw the crossword fabric from Sew Me A … Read More
Tumbler Pillow
We celebrated Christmas with my husband’s side of the family today so I can share this pillow that I made for his younger sister. … Read More
Decorative Mirror Tutorial
While I love sewing first and foremost, I also love printmaking and experimenting with different materials. Since I joined the Sizzix Design Team, I have … Read More
Blitzen Fabric Wreath
I’m sneaking in one last Christmas craft before the big day. I am sharing directions for making this Christmas wreath today on the BasicGrey blog. … Read More
2 Turtle Doves Pillow Tutorial
I know I have been showing a lot of pillows lately. I am deciding right now to stop apologizing about it though. As my wise … Read More
Poinsettia Ring Pillow Cover
As a part of the Holiday USA/UK Sizzix Blog Hop, I made this Poinsettia Ring 16″ Pillow Cover. To make this pillow, I used … Read More
On Angels’ Wings Ornament Tutorial
I love making Christmas ornaments! I think I might have just mentioned that a couple of days ago. But I really do. Today I am … Read More
Metallic Snowflake Rosette Ornaments
The ornament making bug has struck. I love making Christmas ornaments so there will be more to come. When I saw the new Tim Holtz … Read More