July features the Improv Star block which is one of my favorites in the Sew Hometown pattern! The center block is made with scraps from your other projects. And it’s so fun to sew up! Improv Star Pull out your scraps to make the center square of your star. Piecing tiny or large scraps together […]
Simple Star Block – Sew Hometown
It’s time to turn the page and stitch up a new block for our Sew Hometown Quilt. This month is all about the Simple Star block. Simple Star Block The Simple Star block is all about joining smaller units together. The patchwork construction highlights flying geese. In the video I’ve shared a few of my […]
Sew Hometown – Hopscotch Block
The month of May features the cute and fun Hopscotch Block! Hopscotch Block To quickly make the Hopscotch block we need to make a few half-square triangle units. Then add a few more triangles and squares to complete the block. In my quilt sample, I had fun making each Hopscotch block unique, with a different […]
Flutter Block – Sew Hometown
It’s time to introduce the next design in Sew Hometown, the Flutter block. This simple block is fun to make and very versatile. Flutter Block Even though the Flutter block is a quick sew, it will require some additional pre work before sitting at your machine. Each square will need to be sub cut to […]
Sew Hometown – Crosswalk Block
The month of March features the cute and fun Crosswalk Block! Crosswalk Block To quickly make the Crosswalk block we need to make a few half-square triangle units. Then strip piece a couple strips to then cut segments to size. In the video I’ve shared a few of my best tips for cutting accurately from […]
Sew Hometown – Birdhouse Block
It’s time to turn the page on our calendar and share a new block. The birdhouse block is a new twist on a old quilting favorite, the log cabin. Birdhouse Block The Birdhouse block is the perfect design to play with color. So grab your fabrics and just play. Once you have determined your color […]
Sew Hometown — Cottage Block
As we start the New Year we wanted to share step-by-step how to make the Cottage block! Cottage Block The Cottage block is fairly straight-forward once all the pieces are cut. Do use a smaller ruler for cutting the small pieces. When working with a lot of small pieces I suggest a quick double check […]
Tree Block | Heartland Heritage
We are down to our final unit if the Heartland Heritage quilt along. This simple tree block is easy to make and perfect for when time at the machine is tight. The tree block measures 6″ square when finished and uses 2 contrast colors along with your background. You will need to make 5 tree […]
Tulip Block | Heartland Heritage
It’s time to turn the page on our calendar and start working on the next Heartland Heritage unit, the tulip block. This pretty block is perfect for stretching your sewing skills. For anyone just starting out, this block might be tricky. The block measures 9″ square when finished and uses 3 contrast colors with your […]
Preparing for Fall Quilt Market 2018
It’s that time of year again when Amy and I are busy preparing for International Quilt Market in Houston, Texas. From designer to shop owner, Quilt market is always a buzz of activity. This year we are expanding our footprint and debuting our 2019 calendar quilt, Sew Hometown. One of the most exciting parts of […]