Why am I doing this, specifically – Quilting with Tamara Blog? Quilting was such a big part of my life before life took over. The sharing as I taught classes has been missing. I enjoy reading other blogs – even ones that aren’t quilty. It is time to get back to the things that bring me joy. In the Quilting With Tamara Blog, you will get to know me – the good, the messy, the comical, and at times the frustration that comes with life.
Quilters Like to Share
So, welcome to my blog. You will find a little bit of everything here. Quilting With Tamara will encompass teaching, designing, sharing, RV’ing, and chatting – among other things. I find creativity in a variety of places, and you will often read about them here. If there is something that you would like to see or read about, I am just a message away.
Recipe Ideas
Who knows, maybe even sharing those favorite time-saving recipes that allow more time for quilting or blogging. I am always open to learning about your favorite recipes – gluten-free ones are a bonus in my book. Cooking is not my passion, but I do enjoy easy meals that taste good. The crockpot and the air-fryer are my best friends, especially in the winter.
First, I need to share that I am not a person who measures when it comes to cooking in the crockpot. The tendency is to dump ingredients in making adjustments according to taste. If I share a recipe, I will do my best to give an approximate measure to use. Take time to taste as you go; if you have success with a change you made, please share – I am always looking for ways to improve a recipe.
Scrappy Quilt Block Patterns
If you are interested in following my adventures in Scrap Quilts, check out the main page here. I will be updating the free quilt patterns every month. I would love to add to the page more often, but we still have too many irons in the fire here.
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Finding the Good in Quilting: Choosing Perspective Over Complaints It’s easy to complain, especially if we are having a rough day in the quilting room. When things don’t go as planned—when messes pile up, when schedules change, or when situations feel unfair—complaining often feels like the most natural response. I know this because I catch myself doing it too, especially in my sewing room. Maybe it’s a quilt that isn’t coming together the way I…
Scrappy Storage & Sanity: Organizing the Chaos If you’ve been sewing along with this year’s Scrappy Block of the Month, you may already know this truth: scrappy quilts are joyful… and scrappy sewing rooms are not always. Somewhere between pulling fabrics, trimming leftovers, and digging for “just one more piece,” my sewing room crossed the line from creative clutter to full‑on chaos. Let’s be honest—part of the problem is simple. I have too many scraps.…
How Many UFOs and WIPs Do I Really Have Going On? With 2026 just around the corner, I always find myself reflecting on the projects (UFOs and WIPs) scattered throughout my sewing room. This time of year naturally brings a mix of excitement and honesty. I started 2025 strong, making great progress during the first half of the year… and then the second half? Not so much. Life got busy, creativity shifted, and a few…
Block of the Month – With a Twist Happy New Year and Welcome to the 2026 Block of the Month with a Twist! It is time to get out your scrappy fabrics – this year, we will be focusing on using up those scrap fabrics. I’m so excited to kick off a brand-new year of creativity with the 2026 Block of the Month with a Twist! This year is all about embracing flexibility, having fun,…
Last Minute Scrappy Gift Ideas December is officially here, and if you’re still stitching up handmade gifts, don’t stress — scrappy sewing is the perfect way to create something meaningful and use up those beautiful leftover bits we all save. Here are some quick, cozy, scrap-friendly projects you can finish in an evening — perfect for gifting, decorating, or adding that handmade touch to the holidays: 1. Mug RugsA charming little gift for teachers, coworkers,…
