Quilt patterns with sashing

When I first started quilting I always found it really hard to find quilt patterns that were for true beginners. So, here I compiled five quilt patterns that I feel are perfect for beginner quilter…

This Scrap Quilt with Star Sashing came about for two reasons. One, a never-ending battle with an overflowing scrap box, and two, disappointment that a clue in a mystery quilt didn’t lead to stars. As every quilter (or, at least, MOST quilters) knows, keeping the scrap box at a manageable level is a losing prospect. The last two years, one of my goals has been to deal with the scraps. I’d like to say I’ve conquered the scrap box, but really, even after making an entirely scrappy quilt I’ve…

I’m starting to sound like a broken record here, but I’ve been sewing up my friend Denise’s waste triangles again! She gave me these a ...

Jenny Doan shows some sashing ideas, guaranteed to add some "pizzazz" to your quilt!

How to use fabric from stash

Building Blocks Sampler Quilt: A Quilting for Beginners Quilt Pattern & Tutorial by [Walker, Felicity]

Free eQuilter Pattern – Stonehenge Haiku

Five years ago I started adding ideas for backing a quilt to my site. Fun things to do with the leftover fabric from making a quilt, to in...

We’re taking a look at sashing this week. What exactly is sashing? Sashing is strips of vertical and horizontal fabric that sets the blocks apart from each other. These are strips of fabric usua…

Download my Free 4-Patch Quilt Tutorial. Here’s a fun & easy scrap quilt to Use Your Scrap Stash! It’s also a perfect Fat Quarter Stash Buster, too!

This Arkansas Crossroads quilt is my new go to pattern. It is made up of two simple blocks - a 16 patch and an "X". Combined, they create...

Ok, time to start attaching the blocks together! Sashing is used to attach the blocks together. When I decided to make a Quilt As You Go scrap quilt, I choose the traditional log cabin block for the top because it...

Even though I haven't posted any finishes here in 9 MONTHS, I have been doing some sewing. I finished two quilt tops which I won't show until they've been quilted and bound. I'm going to become a great-aunt for the second time and new baby Ella needs a quilt. This quilt finished at 52x52 The fabric is Little Miss Sunshine by Lella Boutique The pattern is a freebie called Flower Girl from Moda Bake Shop. ************************************** Another finished quilt will be gifted this…

My friend Sarah Ruiz at Saroy has a new pattern that she just released yesterday. I was able to test the pattern for her and make this vibrant version from the Sassafras Lane Foundation collection. This is a super quick sew with numerous layout variations included in the pattern. And there are countless other options for ...continue reading →

Tutorial: Jacob's Ladder quilt block tutorial for beginners

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The Double Four Patch quilt block is a classic design that’s as versatile as it is simple to sew! This easy variation comes together quickly, making it perfect for beginners and a fantastic stash-buster for experienced quilters.

You will be enchanted by these delightful vignettes of colorful Songbirds and Birdhouses in this week's exclusive eQuilter Free Quilt Pattern. These little gems are set in a Winter landscape backdrop, with a windowpane quilt block pattern that gives a sense of 3-dimensional structure.