Here is a fun quilt I made using a  free charm pack quilt pattern in sweet lavender and green! These are not my usual colours, but they are pretty! Sometimes, I like to try out new colour pallete just to see how I feel working with these. They were surely harder to photographs as I am so used to saturated colours. But I love the finish and I have the perfect person in mind to gift this one to.

Free Charm Pack Quilt Pattern

I’m thrilled to share my latest finish—a table runner that holds a special place in my heart! This time, I used a pattern from the fantastic book Tabletastic .  If you haven’t checked out this series, you’re in for a treat! This is the first installment in the Tabletastic series, which is on their third series already.  They’re all  absolutely packed with gorgeous table runner and topper patterns for every occasion. What I love most about these books is the attention to detail—they’re brimming with illustrative, easy-to-follow instructions that make piecing and quilting a joy, no matter your skill level.

What’s even better? Tabletastic Books are available as a PDF, making it super convenient if you love having your quilting patterns on your tablet or computer. Whether you prefer flipping through a physical book or zooming in on diagrams digitally, this series has you covered. I can’t recommend it enough—it’s the perfect resource for anyone who loves table runners and toppers or needs a quick yet satisfying project. 

Check out all the 3 Tabletastic books HERE>

and check out Layer Cakes on SALE HERE>

Another William Morris Layer Cake Table Runner

For this project, I used the same layer cake I used for the previous table runner I made late last year which I posted HERE>. The layer cake is from one of William Morris collections. I picked the specifically in dark, moody hues that I adore for this project and matched it with a beige tone on tone background. There’s something so captivating about William Morris designs—the intricate patterns and timeless elegance always leave me in awe. The table runner top actually was completed at the same time with the  wintery table runner I made last year. Can you believe it took me an entire year to finally finished the project?  Time has flown by so quickly!

Rolling Out the Another Magic Carpet:

Here is another table runner just recently finished. This table runner was such a joy to make, featuring the lush greens from the Green Field collection. With just a few simple tweaks, I turned this layer cake into two stunning, nature-inspired runner that’s perfect for any table and any season!  I’ve blogged about the first one a couple of month ago HERE> and in this post, I’ll share you a similar but different version. How fun that you can get few projects out of one layer cake!

I’m excited to share the finish of my Halloween Memories Table Runner! The Halloween Memories Quilt Along ran from August 20th to October 15th, but don’t worry if you missed it – you can join in anytime! The Halloween Memories book is packed with beautiful projects that you’ll love to make, so I highly recommend it. You can find all the quilt along details and fabric requirements HERE>  

If you’re like me, you’re always on the lookout for something new to try in quilting. That’s exactly what led me to minky fabric for backing my latest quilt project. I had just finished a cute baby quilt and decided it was the perfect opportunity to be brave and see how minky would handle as a backing. It was a small enough quilt that I figured, “How hard can it be?” Well, spoiler alert: quilting with minky is a bit more challenging than traditional cotton backing—but oh, the results!

Have you ever tried paper piecing flying geese unit? While there are many ways to make flying geese units, Ive never tried paper piecing it. I’ve tried a couple of different ways, but what usually hampers me is the need to find the correct size to cut and also make it so that I am able to trim it a little as I find it hard to not get a wonky blocks once I’m done sewing. So, I like patterns that allow  me to trim the final unit. 

But for this particular project, I decided to make the flying geese units using the paper pads from Fat Quarter Shop and I have to say I am loving it!

I am making these flying geese units for the Halloween Memories Quilt Along.  Join along the sew along beginning August 20th until October 15th. You can find more about the quilt along and grab the fabric requirements HERE>

How to join in the Quilt Along?

Simply start sewing with Fat Quarter Shop and all of the other quilters sewing along and post your progress on Instagram with the hashtag #HalloweenMemoriesQAL.. If you don’t have Instagram, follow along Fat Quarter Shop Facebook Page to get  inspirations and post your progress there too. It is always fun to see the various version of the quilt using the same pattern!

Finally this quilt is done! I thoroughly enjoyed quilting this one and it didn’t take as long as I thought it would be! Mindset is really key to enjoy the free motion quilting process. By taking regular breaks and limiting my quilting sessions to 20-30 minutes at a time, I found myself fully immersed in the free motion quilting process without feeling overwhelmed or fatigued. And that has surely made a big difference!

An Idea as a Handmade Gift – Pillows!

Whenever I can, I try to gift someone I love and care with something I made. There’s just something more about making gifts that just brings me joy and I hope the recipient will also feel the same too. In this post, I will be taking you through the process of me makeing  patchwork pillow covers which hold a special significance – they’re not just another DIY project, but heartfelt gifts for my daughter’s day carer as she embarks on a new chapter in her journey, transitioning from day care to playschool. I wanted to express my gratitude and appreciation for the love and care she has provided to my daughter over the years, and what better way to do so than with something handmade?

While I could have easily picked up some pretty pillows from the store, I firmly believe that nothing beats the charm and warmth of handmade creations. So, armed with whatever is in my stash, I set out to create something truly unique and special. I did bought the pillow inserts from a local DIY store and with little plan in my head I know I was going to do some figuring out myself. 

Patchwork

Instead of opting for a straightforward sewing project, I decided to embrace the complexity of patchwork. Why? Well, partly because I have a penchant for complicating things, but mostly because I wanted to make the most of the fabrics I had on hand. I had a piece that was just enough for a single cover if I wasn’t going to do any patchwork. AND I wanted two of the exact same covers. So, with a bit of creative ingenuity and a willingness to patch fabrics together, I embarked on a journey that promised both challenges and rewards.

I used a charm pack for this project, I always love using precut fabrics as I love that we can have a variety of prints and cut time cutting! 

Here are some of my favourite online store where I get my fabrics:

• Fat Quarter Shop
• Missouri Star Quilt Company – Use this special link to get 15% off in your cart. 
• Green Fairy Quilts

I am also lucky to be an affiliate to these stores that I love and they’re supporting the content creation here on the blog. So thank you for using my link as it does help me in keeping up with sharing more free tutorials and inspirations here on the blog. 

Navigating Unexpected Twists

As with any creative endeavor, my project didn’t unfold exactly as planned. What was intended to be a quick and simple patchwork project with half-square triangles units turned into a slightly more involved process. My initial oversight in planning the size of the half-square triangles led to some adjustments along the way. However, I embraced these unexpected twists and turned them into opportunities for innovation and growth. You can see how I did all of that in the video HERE>. I recorded the process and it was surely a longer than expected project. What I thought was going to be a short quick afternoon project, needed more than just a couple of hours. Plus, recording the process also slowed me down. But I figured, it will be a fun one to share!

Despite the bumps in the road, the end result surpassed my expectations. The patchwork pillow covers turned out beautifully, each stitch infused with love and care. I couldn’t be happier with the final outcome, and I hope that they bring joy and warmth to my daughter’s day carer as she embarks on this new chapter. In the end, it’s not just about the finished product, but the love and thoughtfulness that went into creating it. Here’s to the power of handmade gifts and the joy they bring to both the giver and the recipient.