How to Make an Easy Weighted Blanket In the process of formal therapy, weighted blankets have been used to calm anxiety, promote a feeling of calm, and stimulate serotonin and dopamine. While weighted blankets haven’t been proven by the science community to help with disorders like ADHD or autism, many people that use them swear by their… Read More
Fleeting Strings Quilt, August 2019 Fleeting Strings is an updated minimalist version of the traditional string quilt. Unlike the traditional string quilt that is made of strips of fabric throughout, Fleeting Strings uses a selection of strips scattered throughout the quilt. Customize the colors to suit your style!… Read More
Cones Quilt, July 2019 This quilt is an advanced take on curves, using large oval templates to create unique cone shapes. If you’re looking to take on a challenging curve quilt, try this one!… Read More
Pinwheels Quilt: July, August, September 2019 Block Study This quilt uses the Organic Diamonds block and pops of negative space to create a unique design. Negative space interspersed throughout each block creates the illusion of a whole new block. The on-point construction gives the focal point plenty of room to breathe and lead the eye around the quilt. Read More
Breeze Quilt: July, August & September 2019 Block Study This quilt uses the components of the Organic Diamonds block in unique ways to create lots of bold impact. The use of bright, bold, high-contrast solids makes this quilt very dimensional full of drama. The unique arrangement of the Organic Diamonds blocks leads the eye around the quilt and enhances… Read More
Organic Diamonds Block, July, August, September 2019 Our latest Block Study design is Organic Diamonds by Hannah Haberkern, a member of the Washington DC MQG. This block is a beginner-friendly paper piecing design with lots of versatility and potential. Don’t forget to see the bonus quilts made with this block — the Breeze and Pinwheel quilts, available… Read More
Disappearing Oranges, September 2019 Disappearing Oranges is a modern pattern that was designed using the Subtracting for Minimalism technique. Feel free to change up the colors, block placement, and number of blocks to make the quilt design your own. Read More
Tread Quilt, June 2019 This quilt started as a design study in May 2018 when Michelle used a found object as the foundation for a modern quilt. Michelle explored variations of the design and eventually settled on this one. She brought it to life with a beginner paper-piecing pattern for the June 2019 Quilt… Read More
Petal Patch Quilt, April 2019 This quilt is pieced with curved templates and is a great pattern for intermediate quilters who are comfortable with working with curves. The quilt features a fresh, modern color palette but is easy to customize with colors and fabrics that suit your style. Read More
Geese Gone Wild, May 2019 This quilt is a one-block quilt that offers a fresh new way to think about flying geese. Create the traditional block in a new way while exploring negative space and a modern, alternate grid. The geese can be paper-pieced (templates are provided), or you can piece them… Read More