A chill is in the air and there are howls on the wind, calling in all the Halloween freebies for a spooktacular roundup. Thirteen free Halloween projects and three free Halloween Quilt and Stitch Alongs await you. Keep reading… if you dare! The urge to make something is all but guaranteed to strike.

Home Decor

Creep your home looking spooky and cute this Halloween with one of these free projects! Which one will bewitch you this spooky season?

Spooky Bat Bunting

The Spooky Bat Bunting works up in two flaps of a bat’s wing and is frightening fun for ...

The cooler weather here in Texas has us in the mood to do some hand stitching in front of the TV, bundled up under a cozy quilt, and marathoning our favorite spooky season movies. Today’s Spooky Bat Bunting tutorial is a super quick and easy one! It’s even simple enough to recruit your little ones to join in on the fun!

1. Gather Your Supplies

If you have some Halloween fabric in your stash already, you might just have everything you need for today’s project! Here’s what you’ll need:

• 1/2 Yard of a light ...

Adorn your projects with the beauty of nature through our cherished “Floral Elements” fabric blender collection, now expanded with eight stunning new pastel hues! Each fabric showcases a captivating large-scale floral motif, perfect for adding elegance and sophistication to your creations. 

This season, we're excited to present a cohesive palette of eight stunning pastel tones, each inspired by the serene beauty of nature's changing seasons. These calming yet vibrant colors are carefully balanced to complement your unique designs

To spark your creativity, we've designed two stunning projects using the versatile Disappearing Block technique. This block beautifully showcases ...

Tis the season for spooks, scares, scrap-busting, and sewing! These Scrappy Witch’s Hats are a quick and frighteningly fun make for the spooky season. For our Scrappy Witch’s Hats, we’re using Charm Packs and MINI Charm Packs to make adult and child sizes so that every witch and warlock in the family can get in on the magic!

1. Pick Your Size and Scrappy Fabric

We love the scrappy look for these hats, and an easy way to get that look without dipping into your stash is to pick up a Charm Pack or MINI Charm Pack ...

Happy Wednesday! We’re doing things a tiny bit differently around here today. We are not quite back to normal around here after Hurricane Helene came through last week. Enjoy this pre-recorded BONUS video lesson from one of our Quilt Clubs on how to piece a quilt top using the spider web method.

We plan to be back next week with our regularly scheduled live show!

In this video Vanessa shares a fast way to piece your quilt tops! This technique is often called the spider web method and makes piecing a quilt top so much more enjoyable and faster ...

Get ready to fall in love with panels: our secret ingredient for holiday decorating and crafting! With fall weather at our doorsteps and Halloween lurking just around the corner, we’ve rustled up some cute panel projects for you to try with the panel that comes in the Hey Boo Fat Quarter Bundle by Lella Boutique for Moda Fabrics. Take a look through your stash and get inspired to put together a panel project today!

1. Framed Squares

This 10-minute craft is a ghoulishly great way to conjure up cute decor in a flash! To make these spooky and cute ...

In this show Vanessa shares a fast way to piece your quilt blocks or quilt tops! This technique is often called the spider web method and makes piecing a quilt top so much more enjoyable and faster than the traditional method of grabbing one block at a time!

Vanessa will demo the technique on a smaller scale with 2.5” squares so it’s easier to understand! Once you get it you will never piece your quilt tops using any other method! It’s a game changer, for sure!

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Welcome to WIP Wednesday! In this show Vanessa has lots to share including:

• 2 super quick and easy, no waste quilt blocks to make with her 10” Slicer ruler.

• Progress on her latest Ranunuculus sweater (Pattern here: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ranunculus-3)

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What we’re covering:

0:23 – Welcome to WIP Wednesday #146

1:18 – Ranunuculus sweater update

4:06 – Stripology quilt blocks + fabric bundles

5:27 – 10” Slicer Ruler demo intro

7:38 – Cutting precuts with the Crafty ...

Today we’re highlighting this stunning modern quilt called the Gemstone Quilt! The best thing about big, brilliant blocks like these is they are so well-suited to showcasing color. Our quilt features the I Heart Ombre Metallic by V & Co. for Moda Fabrics for a bold, modern look, but we also think this is the perfect quilt to rep your school colors!

Gemstones Quilt Kit

The Gemstones Quilt Kit includes the Gemstones Quilt Pattern, a Half Rectangle Trimmer, and I Heart Ombre Metallics fabrics for the 59.5″ x 62.5″ quilt top and binding. If you love Triangles on ...

When a new baby is on the way, my heart always turns to fabric.  In preparation for the arrival of

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Do you want to make a cute pincushion? Check out this blog tutorial! It’s super easy and a great way to use extra fabric scraps or stuffing. We totally dig the Pineapple Quilt Block for this project, but any 4″ finished quilt block will work. Plus, it has a super simple envelope back that eliminates the need for hand-stitching. I’ll walk you through every step of this easy-to-make pincushion. Let’s grab our supplies and get started!

Pincushion Supplies

Aside from your usual sewing supplies, you’ll need:

1. One quilt block made from 4″ Pineapple Quilt Block Foundation ...

Encouraging sensory play in the first year of life and beyond offers tons of benefits as babies grow and develop. Not to mention, it’s just plain fun for them! We love Around the Bobbin’s Sensory Toys for more than just cuteness, they contain all sorts of fun sensory surprises for little ones in a safe way.

You can make gift-worthy sensory baby toys, loveys and baby quilts from several Around the Bobbins patterns. Each pattern comes with detailed instructions for completing the projects with flannel or Cuddle fabrics that you select.

Ellie & George Sensory Toys

When I saw ...

Let’s get right to the point! We love quilts that are set on point, but we know it can be a little tricky to make them. Today, we’re sharing the Cheater On-Point Block method. It’s a simple way to give the appearance of an on-point setting with straight-set blocks. Keep reading for a free video tutorial and all the details!

Cheater On-Point Block Tutorial

Today Kimberly is bringing back the Rolling Stone Classic & Vintage Quilt Block! She’s using it in this video tutorial as she demonstrates how to make an on-point quilt with our FREE Cheater ...

In this episode of WIP Wednesday Vanessa is answering some of your questions about quilting basics!

It’s a new year and if you are ready to learn (or improve!) your quilting skills this episode is for you. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced quilter, there’s always more quilting tricks to learn!

Tune in LIVE and hear her tips on cutting and piecing more accurately so you start working on amazing quilts this year.

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The holidays are right around the corner and gift-giving is on everyone’s mind, so we gathered a list of the ultimate DIY holiday gifts to guide you in your handmade gift giving this season. Keep reading for quilting, no-sew, and sewing projects to make your holidays bright that include video tutorials and step-by-step blogs! You can even invite your family and friends to join you for some extra-special holiday merrymaking!

Christmas Stockings

Embrace the holiday spirit by decking the halls with the perfect Christmas stockings using the Fat Quarter Stocking Template Set. Kimberly’s tutorial guides you through ...

Pin cushions are a useful and thoughtful gift for quilters, and they make a nice addition to your sewing space! They’re also a cute, fun DIY project. Today, we’re sharing an easy pin cushion tutorial that’s a quick last-minute gift or a fun project for any skill level.

Pin Cushion Supplies

• Planter Pot (we used these matte cat planter pots from Amazon)
• Fabric (we used some scraps of Spotted by Zen Chic for Moda Fabrics starting with about a quarter of a yard)
• Poly-Fil (we used a 3oz bag for our set of six)
• Thread (any color ...

If you’re looking for an eye-catching way to organize your sewing supplies, look no further than this DIY tray! This beautiful quilt block tray serves as a catch-all to keep your essential sewing supplies in one convenient place. Follow the step-by-step tutorial below to make one of your own!

This delightful project is practical and a great way to put your extra quilt blocks to good use. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just looking to add a touch of handmade flair to your sewing room, you can join us as we transform a few simple materials into ...

Are you looking for a creative way to display your quilt? A hanging quilt sleeve is the perfect solution! This simple DIY project will transform your quilt into a wall hanging and can easily be completed in an afternoon.

In this blog post, we’ll show you how to add a quilt sleeve to your quilt so you can proudly display it on your wall. Let’s get started!

Supplies & Cutting

We’re making a quilt sleeve that will be about 4” tall. It’s suitable for most quilts, but if you plan to use this for a quilt show ...

Have you finished a quilt top recently? It’s time to decide if you’re going to quilt it on your home machine or send it off to a longarm quilter. In this blog post, we’ll provide five tips for preparing your quilt top to send to a longarm quilter. By following a few simple guidelines, you’ll be set up for success (and a long and happy relationship with your longarmer!).

A view of two longarm quilting machines in Gina Tell’s studio.

5 Tips for Sending Your Quilt to a Longarm Quilter

Longarm quilting services can elevate ...

Are you a beginner quilter looking for the best quilting rulers to start your journey? Look no further! This blog post explores quilting rulers that are suited for new quilters. With the right rulers for quilting, you can easily make precise cuts to complete your quilts confidently. Read on to find the best quilting rulers for beginners (and beyond)!

Why Do We Need Quilting Rulers?

Fabric and quilting rulers are versatile tools used to measure and cut fabric, mark lines, and make precise cuts at different angles. They are particularly helpful for complex patterns and squaring up quilt blocks to ...