2026 Block of the Month – with a Twist We’re officially moving into February and Block Two for the 2026 Block of the Month with a Twist, and I’m so glad you’re sewing along with me! January gave us a great start, and now it’s time to spin the wheel again and see what this month has in store. Block of the Month Challenge Wheel To recap: As with each month, I’ll be sharing a…
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.…
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,…
A Fellow Scrappy Quilter’s Blog If you love scrappy quilting as much as I do, you’ll definitely want to check out Dawn’s blog: My Quilt Projects. Her posts are overflowing with creativity and clever ideas for using up leftover fabrics — transforming small bits and pieces into quilts that are bursting with color, texture, and charm. I always love seeing how other quilters breathe new life into their scraps, and Dawn’s projects are a perfect…
Common Sizes for Quilt Pieces – A Way to Organize Your Scrap Fabrics Quilts are made from various pieces, typically called “blocks” or “patches.” These pieces come in a range of shapes and sizes, often dictated by the quilt design. Here are some common quilt pieces, including their sizes and shapes: Common Shapes for Quilt Pieces Before cutting up your scraps to fit the shapes below, decide which shapes you use the most. If you…
Ideas for Creating a Scrappy Sampler Quilt A scrappy sampler quilt is a fun and creative project that lets you incorporate a variety of fabric scraps into different block patterns. It’s an excellent way to use up leftover fabrics while creating something beautiful and unique. I will be adding more 12″ blocks to the block library so you can create your own Scrappy Sampler Quilt. Here are some tips to help you get started: Choose…
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…
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…