"Because Barbie can be anything, women can be anything". Sometimes we let our own thinking get in the way of accomplishing BIG things. I wanted to create a simple pattern that would showcase this beautiful collection as a reminder that the hurdles in our life don't define who we are. We're all just "figuring it out as we go." Empowering Prints Barbie is a love letter to being yourself. You can go through all sorts of transitions in your life as you try to figure out what you want- and it really helps to have the support of your friends. This is one of my favourite prints of the collection because I see solidarity. Barbie World by Riley Blake Designs...
The Little Things Quilt is all about embracing life's simple pleasures. Like a good book on a rainy day at the cabin. Hearts + Log Cabin = One Adorable Block Combining whimsical hearts with traditional blocks is my favourite thing! And I love how the log cabin pattern looks soooo different depending on how you arrange the blocks. Simply turning a block in a set pattern gives you endless options. This is the fun part of quilting too, because you get to make it your own. It's like a Choose Your Own Adventure book:) Which option is your favourite? Let's Make a Scrappy Ombre Version! The nice thing about this pattern, is it works with a jelly roll too if you're...
If you are someone who loves making handmade gifts, this pillow will become an instant favourite. Receiving a toothfairy pillow is a right of passage... the type of gift that ends up in a hope chest to one day be passed down. You can whip this guy up in under an hour! Sweet Secrets PDF Pattern Step 1 Just like Yoga, start at heart center. Gather your (2) large "heart" rectangles and (4) background 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" squares. Step 2 Draw a diagonal line on the wrong side of all squares from corner to corner. Place (4) background 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" squares on the top left and right corners of each large heart rectangle. Sew along the...
Storybook Inspiration The iconic Peter Rabbit fabric collection from Riley Blake Designs releases next month and I am in loooooove. One glance, and all the childhood memories came flooding back. A little Peter Rabbit inspiration... Even the smallest one can change the world. Beatrix Potter, beloved English author and illustrator, is best known for the world she created with iconic Peter Rabbit at its center. Were you drawn to this mischievous rabbit and his adventures in Mr. McGregor's garden? Though this story was first published in 1902, it remains timeless- captivating readers of all ages for generations. Do you remember the cast? Benjamin Bunny, Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-tail, Jemima Puddle-Duck, Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle, and Squirrel Nutkin. Each character had their own unique personality,...
Hello Quilty Friends and fellow fabric enthusiasts! I'm back with another cozy heart project for you! I had the absolute pleasure of working with Amy Smart's newest collection, Albion. Soft, muted florals and traditional plaids team up to create the coziest vibe, making it the perfect choice for your next quilt. I naturally gravitate to pinks and navies- I think it's the most heavenly combination. For me it has the nostalgic air of a vintage camper... Looking for a Fast Make? The Unconditional Quilt comes together in a flash because of its big block construction. It works really well for those large scale prints you want to show off. During the making of this quilt, I discovered the magic of Beverly...
