Quilt Blog

  • Shattered Star Quilt Along – Week 1: Fabric

    by Shannon Fraser
    It's the official kick-off of the Shattered Star Quilt Along and this week it's all about fabric selection! I'm sharing some of my top quilt fabric pull tips with you!
    Posted in quilting, Shattered Star Quilt Along

  • Shattered Star Quilt Pattern

    by Shannon Fraser
    She's finally here! The Shattered Star quilt pattern is now live in the shop and I'm sharing all the fun highlights this modern quilt pattern has to offer you!
    Posted in Quilt pattern, quilting

  • Shattered Star Table Runner Pattern

    by Shannon Fraser
    The Shattered Star quilting fun continues with the quilted table runner pattern. Bring a quilty touch to your home décor with the modern Shattered Star table runner!
    Posted in Home Décor, Quilt Pattern, Quilting

  • Sunshine on a Saturday Morning Mini Quilt | Aurifil Thread & Olfa September Slice & Stitch Challenge

    by Shannon Fraser
    Want to see what I whipped up on a sunny Saturday morning? I’ll give you a hint – it’s cute as a button and has lots of texture.
    Posted in Notions, Quilting

  • Cloud Surfing Improv Quilted Wall Hanging

    by Shannon Fraser

    Got fabric scraps? Of course, you do! It’s a natural by-product of sewing and quilting. And it’s pretty awesome if you think of it. Instead of seeing it as “waste”, I like to see it as bonus opportunity to create again.

    Posted in Improv Quilting, Quilting

  • Do you quilt & forget? Revisiting an old favourite in a new setting

    by Shannon Fraser

    Can you think back to a really fun quilt journey that you just adored…and then promptly went on to forget all about it? 

    Ha!

    Problems of a serial quilter! The best part about forgetting about them?  

    Rediscovering their beauty…which is exactly what happened when I found myself up at the cottage on a foggy summer morning - read all about it up on the blog (+ get my top tip for snapping #quiltsinthewild).

    Posted in Quilt Patterns, Quilting, Tips

  • Top 10 Tips to Improve Your Quilting on a Domestic Sewing Machine

    by Shannon Fraser
    Struggling with quilting your quilts on your domestic sewing machine? Been there! And today I'm sharing my top 10 quilting tips to improve your quilty game at home (you know, that goes beyond just using a walking foot!).
    Posted in Quilting, SFD Quilt School, Tutorial

  • Improv Quilted Storage Boxes | Organize Your Fabric Scraps

    by Shannon Fraser
    Now that you've tackled the 7-Day Scrap Sorting Challenge here is just one of the fun scrappy projects to use your organized scraps.
    Posted in Improv Quilting, Quilting, Sewing Room

  • Sit ‘N Sew Pincushion Pattern | Modern Quilter's Sewing Station

    by Shannon Fraser
    The Sit 'N Sew Pincushion is all about  a FUN & FAST sew that will have you organized and loving your sewing room! Scrap friendly and super quick to piece, this little pinnie makes the perfect gift. Betcha can't just make one!
    Posted in Notions, Quilt Pattern, Quilting

  • Double Chevron Lumbar Pillow - Fantasy Collection & Essex Linen

    by Shannon Fraser
    The Double Chevron lumbar pillow is an easy DIY to change the look of a room. Add color and texture through the prints your choose and the quilting you add. Perfect weekend project!
    Posted in Quilt Pattern, Quilting

  • Cloud Surfing Quilt | Modern Curves Quilt Pattern

    by Shannon Fraser
    Looking to step outside your quilty comfort zone and try a modern abstract design? The Cloud Surfing quilt pattern is for you! This curvalicious quilt will have you wishing you’d tackle curves sooner! Never sewed curves? Fear not. I've got you covered!
    Posted in Quilt Pattern, Quilting

  • Sew Organized | January Aurifil Artisan Challenge

    by Shannon Fraser
    My go-to essential for keeping my sewing station organized - the Sit 'n Sew Pincushion!
    Posted in Quilt Pattern, Quilting