So many different colors you can bring into one single block: Number 9 with hour glass and flying geese units is simple and classy.
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Free quilt along Blockheads 2018, Block 46: On Point Star
Fabrics used in the block are from Moda, Basic Grey GRUNGE and Zen Chic PAPER
Small and nice - block 46 of our mutual Blockheads Sew Along. It is called On Point Star and presented by Stacy Iest Hsu.
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Free quilt along Blockheads 2018, Block 45: Twelve Crowns
Fabrics used in the block are from Moda, Basic Grey GRUNGE and Zen Chic PAPER
We come closer and closer to the end, this week with block 45. It is called 12 crowns and a really time consuming one, I can tell. But oh so worth it. The host for this week is Betsy Cutchian.
Read moreKites and Flying Geese - Block 8 of the Zen Chic BOM 2018
Kites, Flying Geese and a Square-in-a-Square-Unit: A fun block is waiting for you to tackle it: block 8 of the Zen Chic BOM sew along.
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Free quilt along Blockheads 2018, Block 44: Candy Striper
Fabrics used in the block are from Moda, Basic Grey GRUNGE and Zen Chic PAPER
We continue with our Moda blockheads 2018 free quilt along project with Block 44. The block is called Candy Striper and goes quickly together. I enjoyed the simplicity of this sewing task. Our host for this week is Vanessa Goertzen from Lella Boutique.
Read moreBlockheads 2018 - Block 43
We continue with our Moda blockheads 2018 free quilt along project with Block 43. This week I am your host. Our block is named Mosaic, a simple and elegant 6” block that can be interpreted in many different ways, e.g. using fussy cuts for the center, whatever fits your style!
Read morePlay with all kinds of sewn triangles - Block 7 of the Zen Chic BOM 2018
Playing with all kind of triangles units: half-square-triangles, half-hourglass-units and square-in-a-square-units: improve your skills with block 7 of the Zen Chic BOM sew along.
Read moreBlockheads 2018 - Block 42
We continue with our Moda blockheads 2018 free quilt along project with Block 42 hosted by Moda’s talented Carrie Nelson. Her block, named Around the Corner, is a simple to sew 12” block that can be interpreted in many different for example fussy cut as a midpoint, whatever you like.
Read moreFat Quarter friendly quilt pattern: X & + by Zen Chic and Blockheads Block 41, Bella Spinners
Check out our fourth quilt pattern, X & +, from my brand-new fabric line DAY IN PARIS, arriving in stores by April 2019.
And get your hands on block 41 of our Blockheads project: Bella Spinners, hosted by Barb and Mary from Me and My Sister designs.
Read moreEasy piecing is a big plus - Block 6 of the Zen Chic BOM 2018
Have fun with simple straight line piecing: Block 6 of our Zen Chic BOM 2018 Sew-Along is built around a striking big plus sign in the center that is easy to sew and emphasizes the effect of color blocking with fresh bright colors.
Read moreHow to apply circular patches in a playful quilt pattern: BOWLS by Zen Chic and Blockheads Block 40, Ribbon Star
Check out the third quilt pattern, BOWLS, from my brand-new fabric line DAY IN PARIS, arriving in stores by April 2019.
It’s a playful design using the full palette of fresh spring colors from my newest collection: Just perfect to get over the winter blues!
Read moreEasy to sew modern star block quilt and Block 39, Bordered Granny
See my modern interpretation of an easy to sew traditional star block design: Zen Chic quilt pattern FADED. It is made from fabrics of my new brand-new collection DAY IN PARIS, arriving in stores by April 2019.
Read moreTutorial on how to sew a compass block - Block 5 of the Zen Chic BOM 2018
Block 5 of our Zen Chic BOM 2018 Sew-Along is more challenging: We sew a compass block with foundation paper piecing, curved seams and hand appliqué. It’s actually a skill builder block. But no worries, with the detailed tutorial on how to sew the pieced ring you can manage this modern and fresh block.
Read moreHow to sew a stylish lettered improvisational quilt and Block 38, Anchor Point
Are you in the mood for a stylish improvisational quilt that only needs one Layer Cake and some yardage for the background? Try my new quilt pattern LET’S FLY!
Read moreBlockheads 2018 - Block 37
We wish you a merry Christmas and hope you enjoy the holidays by sewing along with us in our Moda blockheads 2018 project! This week we move on with Block 37 hosted by Sherri McConnell. It’s a more time consuming 18 " square block, just perfect to immerse yourself in extensive sewing fun.
Read moreImplementing modern elements into a classical block design - Our Zen Chic BOM block 4
Block 4 of our Zen Chic BOM 2018 Sew-Along is an exciting mix of modern graphic elements implemented in a classical geometric block design. The arrows represent an element of our everyday life, inspired by impressions from the airport, internet or smart phone. They are made from traditional flying geese units for which you can find some useful sewing tips here in my blog.
Read moreBlockheads 2018 - Block 36
We continue with our Moda blockheads 2018 free quilt along project with Block 36 hosted by Jo Morton. Her block, named Rolling Stone, is a traditional 6” block that can be interpreted in many different ways, using color blocking or fussy cuts, whatever fits your style!
Read moreBlockheads 2018 - Block 35
This week we present block 35 of our Moda blockheads 2018 free quilt along project. It is hosted by Laurie Simpson from the Minick and Simpson sisters, who are known to design beautiful classic quilts for a traditionally decorated home.
Read moreHip quilt pattern with letters - not Only for teens! Plus: Blockheads 2018 - Block 34
If you want to get the teenagers in your family excited about quilting try my new quilt pattern XOXO that gives text messaging a whole new dimension.
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Simply Modern No 15, a Quiltmania magazine filled with 12 modern quilt projects, exhibition pictures and artist portraits
A sneak peek on the new issue 15 of Simply Modern by Quiltmania with 12 fresh projects, exhibition reports and artist portraits.
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