Fabric Trays featuring the Even More Paper Collection

June 1, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

A fun trio of fabric trays made with fabrics from the EVEN MORE PAPER line by Zen Chic

Another great item to keep your sewing room, and home, more organized. These fabric trays are a quick DIY sewing project for when you have a couple of hours during the weekend. Not only are they perfect for your sewing organization, but they’re also fun sewn gifts for all ages. Our trio was made with Zen Chic’s fabrics from the Even More Paper collection.

Noodlehead Backpack in Even More Paper Fabrics

May 25, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

Are you looking for a fun, handy dandy backpack? The Range Backpack from Noodlehead is the perfect one for all kinds of uses. And for everyone to enjoy. We’ve used Zen Chic’s Even More Paper fabric and combined it with some Spotted ones. You can sew this bag in just a weekend so you have an awesome bag to take with you on Monday!

“Cross my Mind” - Zen Chic’s contribution to Blockheads 4 (Block 9)

May 18, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

Zen Chic’s contribution to Moda’s Blockheads 4 - Cross my Mind

In this packed blog post, we are talking about Zen Chic’s contribution to Moda Blockheads 4, the Cross my Mind block. Brigitte’s new book is presented and you can watch 2 videos. One is a tutorial on the Cross my Mind block, the other one is a preview of the upcoming Pluses Quilt Along featuring the new Frisky collection.

How to Sew a Kindle Holder for Reading Comfortably in Bed

May 11, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

What a stylish Kindle holder made with the CELESTIAL fabric line by Zen Chic!

If you like to have your hands free (or warm under the blankets) while reading on your Kindle or phone, you need the Kindle holder! This mobile stand is an easy DIY project and made in no time. After you’ve made one for yourself, you’ll want to make them for everyone and gift them this small bean bag for their devices. Pick your favorite Celestial fabric by Zen Chic and put some happiness out there!

Pour l'Amour du Fil 2022 - A Round-Up Tour of the Show

May 4, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

Let’s go back to Nantes and let me show you around Pour l’Amour du Fil

I’m taking you on a tour to France, where I was featured to represent Europe on Quiltmania’s yearly show in Nantes, Pour l’Amour du Fil 2022. From the video I made, you get a real feel of the ambiance of the event which was all about celebrating the Australian quilters. Read about what went on during the 3-day show.

Juniper Fabric Basket with the Even More Paper Fabrics

April 13, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

Make this stylish fabric basket with fabrics from the EVEN MORE PAPER line by Zen Chic

The Juniper Fabric Basket from SOTAK Handmade is a practical basket to organize your sewing supplies. It’s a fun DIY weekend project. But this fabric basket can be used for so much more than just your sewing organization. think about making one for your kids’ toys or to hold your rolls warm on the breakfast table. Ours is made with the Even More Paper fabrics from Zen Chic, an industrial-style zipper, and a fun label.

Explore Four Zen Chic Quilt Patterns Featuring CELESTIAL - Part 4: CELESTIAL STRIPES

April 6, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

If you’re on the hunt for a beginner-friendly quilting pattern, look no further. The Celestial Stripes quilt pattern is the one for you. Using just one Jelly Roll and matching background fabric, this modern quilt is put together quickly. And with the new collection Celestial, you create a sophisticated quilt for your bed or your wall.

Explore Four Zen Chic Quilt Patterns Featuring CELESTIAL - Part 3: X & +

March 30, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

Are you looking for a sophisticated pattern set up for a scrappy look? Then the X & + pattern is the one for you. With the famous Japanese X & + block in combination with the new collection Celestial, Zen Chic has exactly the quilt for you. This Zen Chic quilt is modern and Fat Eighth Bundle friendly.

Explore Four Zen Chic Quilt Patterns Featuring CELESTIAL - Part 2: HALF THE WAY - And Wrap-Up Week of Bauhaus QAL

March 23, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

We present our second quilt pattern for the Celestial collection. Half the Way is a special quilt pattern, because we work with half a traditional block. Even the total layout of the quilt is like half that block. This gives room to show some intricate quilting. A fantastic quilt that you can make using a Layer Cake.

We also wrap up our second Quilt Along. Bauhaus QAL has almost come to its end and we are going to dot our i’s and cross our t’s to get a beautiful end result.

Explore Four Zen Chic Quilt Patterns Featuring CELESTIAL - Part 1: JEWELS - And Week 6 of Bauhaus QAL

March 16, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

Today, I will introduce you to Jewels, a new Zen Chic quilting pattern. Jewels is Fat Eight friendly and made with the collection Celestial in combination with the Spotted line. In this blog post, you can read about home deco, more about the pattern, and why this pattern deserves a place in your home.

We are also looking into week 6 of the Bauhaus Quilt Along. This week is all about assembling the quilt top and adding the border.

Zen Chic 2022 Bauhaus Quilt Along - week 5

March 10, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

A special blog post all dedicated to week 5 of the Bauhaus Quilt Along. We’re taking a look at what the participants of the Bauhaus Quilt Along are going to do this week. If you haven’t signed up yet, you can always join us!

Introducing Celestial - a Cool Sophisticated Fabric Line by Zen Chic

March 9, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

I’m bringing you my new fabric collection Celestial. This fabric line has a modern and natural feel with a nod to Scandinavian design. Check out 4 new patterns specially designed for this collection in this article as well.

Martingale Snuggle Up! Book - a Book Sneak Peek, a Giveaway, and week 4 of Bauhaus QAL

March 2, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

Paper Planes Quilt by Zen Chic is featured in the Moda All-Stars book Snuggle Up!

Martingale has released another wonderful Moda All-Stars book featuring 12 lap size quilts. Zen Chic’s contribution is the beautiful Paper Planes Quilt using the collections Spotted, Paper, More Paper, and Even More Paper. Plus we’re taking a look at what the participants of the Bauhaus Quilt Along are going to do in week 4. If you haven’t signed up yet, you can always join us!

The Kaleidoscope Mini Quilt and Week 3 of the Bauhaus Quilt Along

February 23, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

A beautiful mini quilt in the Even More Paper fabrics combined with Spotted blenders.

In this post, you’ll find a modern and unique mini quilt for the experienced quilter. It’s a fun DIY weekend project and comes with a free block pattern. Read all about this Kaleidoscope Mini Quilt sewn with Spotted blenders and the Even More Paper collection. This is also week 3 of the Bauhaus Quilt Along! Read all about what is going on this week and sign up if you haven’t already.

The Two-Zippered Devon Pouch and the Bauhaus Quilt Along - week 2

February 16, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

A handy pouch with 2 zippered pockets. Beautiful in the Even More Paper fabrics

In this blog post, we have a beautiful set of two-zippered pouches. This fun DIY project is from a pattern of Sotak Handmade featuring the Even More Paper fabrics. This is also week 2 of the Bauhaus Quilt Along! Read all about what is going on in week 2 and sign up if you haven’t already.

The Compass Mini Quilt and the Start of the Bauhaus Quilt Along!

February 9, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

This Compass Mini Quilt will look great on your wall being the focal point of your living room.

We don’t always wanna work on a bigger project. That’s why we have a modern mini quilt for you this week. This is a fun weekend project to decorate that bare wall in your home with. Included in this article is a video tutorial and a free printable to download. We also start our Bauhaus Quilt Along this week! If you haven’t signed up yet, you can read what our participants are going to work on in week 1.

The Market Bag featuring Even More Paper Fabrics

February 2, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

The Market Bag has a fun and modern design.

Doing your shopping you want to take a bag with you that is fun and modern. And one that you can use over and over again. Make one yourself with the fabrics from the Even More Paper collection and Spotted line. First, put together your fabric from a bunch of HSTs and then sew your bag. Featuring Noodlehead’s Market Bag pattern.

Explore Three Zen Chic Quilt Patterns Featuring EVEN MORE PAPER - Part 3: BAUHAUS

January 26, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

This week we are taking a closer look at the Bauhaus pattern with its modern building blocks. We also talk about where my inspiration for the Bauhaus pattern came from. And we’re diving into some history lessons around the Bauhaus movement. A fun article for sure.

Explore Three Zen Chic Quilt Patterns Featuring EVEN MORE PAPER - Part 2: PAPER BEAUTY

January 19, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

If you are looking for a double wedding ring quilt but would love to try out something new, the Paper Beauty Quilting Pattern is what you need. Although this is a pattern for the experienced quilter, we have two videos on how to sew the curved seams and work with foundation paper piecing to help you out. Why not give it a try?!

Explore Three Zen Chic Quilt Patterns Featuring EVEN MORE PAPER - Part 1: ENFOLD

January 12, 2022 Nicole van Gremberghe

Today, I will introduce you to Enfold, a pineapple block quilting pattern. Enfold is made from a Fat Eight Bundle of the collection Even More Paper in combination with Black from the Spotted line. In this blog post, you can read more about the pineapple block, more about the pattern, and why especially men like this pattern.