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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Quilting Projects Organization Ideas Whether you’re working on one quilt or juggling a stack of WIPs (works in progress), staying organized can reduce stress, save time, and even spark new creative ideas. Here are some of my favorite tips to help keep your quilting projects on track: Use Project Bins or Zip Bags for Storing Quilting Projects Designate a separate bin, box, or large zippered pouch for each project. I use archival photo boxes because…
Last Step for the Mystery Quilt this Year Some of you may have already noticed that the final step of our Mystery Quilt has been posted on the Mystery Quilt page—thank you for your patience! I apologize for the delay in getting it out to you. With our town’s Independence Day celebration now officially wrapped up for 2025, I’m finally able to shift gears and return to my sewing room. Like many of you, I’m…
Step 13 of the 2025 Mystery Quilt We’ve reached the second-to-last installment of the 2025 Mystery Quilt, and what an exciting journey it’s been so far! By now, I’m sure more than a few of you clever quilters have started piecing together the big picture—or at least have some strong suspicions. The finish line is in sight, and I, for one, can hardly wait to see how all your beautiful quilts come together. In this…
Step 12 – Mystery Quilt In this installment of the Mystery Quilt series, we’ll be diving into the sashings — a crucial step that brings all the blocks together and starts to reveal the bigger picture. Originally, I considered breaking this part into four separate installments, since there’s a bit of detail involved. But I know many of you are eager to see how your hard work is coming together, so we’ll tackle it all…
Easiest Quilts for Beginners Some beginner-friendly quilt ideas focus on simple techniques and straightforward designs, which are ideal for those just starting to quilt. Quilts for beginners don’t need to be boring. There are ways to bring creativity and spice into the quilt. Fabric choice is one way! If you have a chance to take a quilt class, do it! You may notice quick and easy methods for making some of these quilts, but perfecting…
