Step 1 – 2025 Mystery Quilt Are you ready to start this mystery quilt? First, I have a couple of tips. Let’s Get Started It’s time to cut some strips from your LIGHT, MEDIUM-DARK, and DARK fabrics. After completing the first part of Step 1, I had about 32″ of the strip set left over. I was able to get 29 units out of the strips. Set aside any of your leftovers; they may come…
Why are Mystery Quilts Fun? Mystery quilts are fun for several reasons, combining creativity, surprise, and a sense of accomplishment. In chatting with fellow quilters, here are a few key reasons why they enjoy mystery quilts: Mystery Quilts Offer an Element of Surprise Mystery quilts are designed so that participants don’t know what the final quilt will look like until it’s finished. Each clue or step reveals a little more, creating excitement and anticipation throughout…
Final Installment of the Row by Row Sampler We are at the end of this year-long project. This is the second Row by Row Sampler I’ve made, and I still love the pattern. I don’t usually repeat quilt patterns, but scrappy quilts always tug at my heartstrings. This step took the longest because it is a pieced border. My little Buster loves to sit right behind my machine and sleep. Border Options In the first…
November Installment of the Row by Row Sampler Are you ready for the November installment of the Row by Row Sampler? This scrappy pattern is wrapping up quickly! I love the photos I am seeing. It always amazes me how different the pattern will look. This block, the Ohio Stars, is one of my favorites. It may look simple, but there is so much that can be done with it. You may remember from last…
It’s October – Quilt UFO Time We are closing in on the end of 2024; just a couple more months to finish your quilt UFOs. I will be cramming in my projects; summer time kept me busy. Playing catch-up was the name of the game in September. Let’s hope I can have a repeat for October. My Quilt UFO list is dwindling, but I would love to be able to finish them all. Machine Quilting…
The October Installment of the Row by Row Sampler As we enter the last quarter of the year, it is time to step back and check our progress on the Row by Row Sampler. This month, I will not put the blocks into rows. After completing next month’s blocks, I will decide whether I will make two mixed rows or not. I like Friendship Stars, but when you mix them with next month’s block, they…
September installment of the Row by Row Sampler As I look out the window and see that the leaves are already starting to turn here, I realize I am not ready for winter this year. This will be a busy month; actually, it will be a few busy months for me. We are winding down on the Row by Row Sampler. It is exciting to see the results. This month, we are working on Flying…
August Row by Row Sampler Installment Finally, the next step of the Row by Row Sampler is posted! I love the way this scrap quilt is coming together. We are more than halfway through. This is the second one I have made, and I love the results! I must say those who have shared their version have me wanting to try again with a variation. So many quilts, so little time. Scrappy Hearts I was…
July’s Row by Row Sampler Are you ready for the July installation of the Row by Row Sampler? This month’s row is quick and easy, but selecting your fabrics and cutting them out will probably take longer than sewing the blocks together. This scrappy quilt is coming together nicely. It won’t be long, and you will have a sampler quilt to add to your collection. Bow Tie Block This block requires two larger scrappy squares,…
Project Quilt UFO This month has been intense, and if I am lucky, I will play catch-up on Sunday. I knew I would be up against it during the warmer months, but we’ve thrown a couple more big things into the mix. Please be patient as I re-evaluate the priorities here. Once I have a new routine, things should settle down. I want to get back on track with my Quilt UFO list. Machine Quilting…