Checkerboard quilt

My love affair with super simple, hand quilted quilts continues and I’m not sure I’ll ever go back to intricately pieced quilts. I was recently made redundant from my job (I was sad when it first happened but I’m okay now!) and while I’m figuring out what to do when I grow up, I’ve had a lot more t

Vary the Colors and Fabrics for Your Own Wonderful Version! Sometimes the most beautiful quilts are the simplest ones, as is the case with this lovely “Checkerboard” quilt. Liberty Tana Lawn prints are so pretty against a chambray background. The quilt is easy to make using strip piecing. And it’s simple to alter the block …

Another day at JMQ, another super simple quilt- my favourite! If you are looking for a quick finish, this one comes together in a flash- I made the quilt top in just over an hour! So let’s get right into it! This tutorial makes a large throw which is 60” x 75” ** (If you want to make a crib size qui

A few years ago, my software engineer husband, Tim, wrote a short story spread over five parts to accompany my St Louis 16 Patch- if you would like more of the back story and to read that story, you can click here .

FABULOUS VINTAGE BLUE & WHITE CHECKERBOARD QUILT BY RALPH LAUREN KING SIZE VISIT MY EBAY STORE TO SEE ALL THE QUILTS I AM SELLING I WILL COMBINE SHIPPINGthis item: EACH SQUARE IS 1.5” X 1.5” ALL COTTO...from

My blue and “white” Checkerboard quilt is composed of 30 blocks each containing 36 squares. Since I had all of the fabric on hand, I think this qualifies as a “free quilt.” …

Hello! It seem ages since I've been here. Instagram is a very bad thing as it's so easy to share pretty photos there. But I do miss being here with those of you who aren't on Instagram, or those who like reading a bit more about the behind the scenes of the the photos. Since we last chatted, sewing mojo up and left the building. But that doesn't mean there wasn't anything crafty happening. I picked up the knitting needles and had a wonderful times with lots of lovely yarn. Sock knitting is…

Sure, squares are interesting and easy. So, why not? If you are considering making a quilt, any one of these would be a great way to begin. How, you ask? 1. Start with a square of fabric and sew it to another square. Keep adding squares to form a row until you are satisfied that the row is long enough. Thirty inches is a good start, but you can certainly make it any length you want. 2. Make several rows. If you have a square quilt in mind (equal length and width) count the squares in the…

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The basic Checkerboard Quilt Pattern is simple to sew and really fun! This classic quilt pattern is bold and gorgeous with any fabric