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Here is a dedicated post to talk about my unfinished objects in quilting. Particularly the pile of the “yet to be quilted” quilts. 

I am taking the early year of 2024 to take notes on my UFO inventory. If you need help with tackling UFOs, you can read in details the steps to take in this previous post HERE>

Today, I am taking my own advice, starting with taking inventory of what I have in my UFO pile. I have several quilts that are near the finishing line, and I’m planning to spend time to get some progress on them. 

I took some of them out today to get a little breather, while I make notes on what I am planning to do and when. Some of these has been called for in 2023 but it may have gotten into another bump and has come back in this pile again for 2024. You check out my 2023 list HERE too. Well, some quilt just need that big boost of help to get progressed don’t they?

List of my Unfinished Quilt Tops

1. Scrappy Quilt – Technicolor Scrap Quilt

Let’s start with this one, every time I open it up, I say to myself, this should really just be done. But I really do wish it would be bigger. So I am planning to add in 2 more rows. Then I’ll finish it off. I love quilt that are totally scrappy like this, there are just so many things to look at.

 

2. Aviatrix Medallion

This one is in the progress of quilting. I am not a big fan of custom quilting as I used to be, but I do love the look how it is progressing so far. It is juts the thought of having to decide the quilting design that really bugs me down. I need more mental clarity if I’m picking this project up to quilt it. Lately, quilting has been more of a mindless activity for me, to take a way the stress of my day job or chores. So I’ve been really enjoying piecing and chain piecing or just an allover quilting design. That is way more relaxing.

But I’ll get this done, maybe at least a border will be progressed this year. That will be the target for this one.

Slowly but surely is my motto for this quilt.

 

3. 2022 Sewcialites Quilt 

This quilt top is a giant! I am yet to make the backing for this, then it is up for basting an a simple stippling would do. I already have someone in mind to gift it to, so it will get finished this year for sure. You can read more about this quilt and the free pattern link HERE> 

As much as I want to fill in the negative space with fun quilting, this quilt top is so big that I feel like it will be alright with simple all-over design. The quilt blocks with fun fussy cut features can do the talking. 

 

4. Together Quilt

This quilt top was also done in 2022. You can read about the quilt details HERE>. I just love quilts with hearts on them. I have progress this in 2023, but I am undoing it this year. I basted it to a store-bought minky blanket and I have fear that this milky was not going to last. It was such a low quality and I am not going to risk it. So I’m taking the basting pins out and re-baste it to a new quilt back. I’m also planning to do a simple all-over design quilting on this one. I’ll start quilting this in February just to get the inspiration kicking from the Love and all the pink and red that I’m seeing in this season. 

 

5. Simple Life Quilt

Here is another giant quilt. I am yet to find the backing for it. Something about really big quilts that just take longer time for me to move it along. Larger quilts does require a lot more effort, obviously but also need a lot more fabrics! So as I’m listing these out, I am also taking notes of what I need to purchase – which is NOT another fat quarter bundle! LOL.You can read more about this quilt and the link to the pattern HERE>

 

6. Simply Stars Quilt

Here is a square quilt I made in 2023 following a quilt-a-long. You can read more about that HERE>.  There’s something about small square quilts that really bugs me. I just don’t know how it will end up being used. Hence that is why I have a few in my pile of UFO quilt tops. I feel like it is still unfinished as a quilt top. So just as with the Scrappy Technicolor quilt above, I am adding rows an above and the bottom of this quilt, like a border to make it longer so that it’ll spread nicely on the bed. Then, I’m basting and quilting it.  

7. Liberty Courthouse Quilt

Another small square quilt. This one has been ages! I want to hand-quilt this and still want to. It will be someday. I do not wish to make it bigger knowing that I will take forever to hand-quilt anyway. But I still wish to hand-quilt it. This year, my target is at least to get hand quilting started.

8. 100 days 100 Blocks Quilt

This one is from the 2022 finish too. I absolutely love this quilt and I guess it is my fear of messing it up that really got me stuck. I know that custom quilting this would be a great idea as I love all the fussy cut details. But again the same issue with the Aviatrix Medallion, that will surely take a lot of mental capacity to do so and I’m not sure I have that right now with the busy life I have now with 3 kids, a husband and a full time job. So, I’m weighing in. 

What do you think? Slow custom quilting or just get it done already? You can read more about this quilt HERE>

Well, I guess that is it for the UFO pile of the “yet to be quilted”. Have you taken stock of your quilt tops inventory this year?

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List of 2024 Quilt Along

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If you’ve been here for a while, you’ll know that I love a good quilt along. It is one of those things that keeps me excited and it is just a good amount of motivation and accountability. I love seeing other quilters’ versions and keeping up with it seems a little easier with a community working towards the same goals. 

For 2024, here are some of the fun quilt-alongs that I’ll potentially be joining in. Honestly, I would love to join them all! But I have to be realistic and pick my play. I would love to invite you along with me! Have you picked any quilt-along to join for this year?

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Winter Chic Table Runner

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As winter blankets the world in a serene hush, there’s something truly magical about bringing that seasonal charm indoors through the art of quilting. For me who is living in a tropical country, the thought of winter is mesmerizing. But I know, cold weather is not my favorite. But surely there’s something magical about winter that I love. 

I have just recently completed my table runner, inspired by the natural colors of winter hues.

Fabric Selection

This project is a partnership with Missouri Star Quilt Company, one of my favorite online stores! For this collaboration, they’re offering 20% off your cart using my LINK HERE> 

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Revamping Sewing Space: The Ultimate Guide to Organizing Your Sewing Room

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Welcome to your creative haven—a space where vibrant fabrics, sewing supplies, and endless possibilities converge! Organizing your sewing room is the key to unlocking seamless creativity and productivity. Let’s explore the best ways to transform your sewing space into an organized oasis, making everything easily accessible and maximizing every inch of available space.

Organizing my sewing room for a fresh start to 2024

Revamping my sewing room has been an absolute delight, especially as we step into 2024! The feeling of organizing and transforming the space brings a fresh and inviting vibe to kickstart the new year. It’s incredible to see the room go from cluttered to meticulously arranged, with new storage solutions and dedicated work areas. Every corner feels rejuvenated, creating an atmosphere that’s both welcoming and inspiring. Walking into this revamped space brings a sense of renewal and excitement, setting the stage for a year filled with creative adventures. It’s like a brand-new canvas ready to be painted with endless sewing projects, and I can’t wait to dive into this organized haven of creativity! You can watch the video below to see my process of cleaning up and reorganising my sewing room. Who knows, you can also find some tips and creative ideas to start organizing your sewing space too!

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DIY Easy Quilting Design Wall – Make one today!

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Finally I have a proper design wall in my sewing room! I’d been putting it off for ages, procrastinating on the idea of putting the quilt batting onto a proper board so that it is not so flimsy and makes my quilt pieces falls off so easily. Since I am cleaning up my space to get a new refreshed seeing room to get ready for the new year, I said to myself —it was time to get it done.

A design wall is a staple for a quilting studio, it can serves as a pretty wall to see and a useful one as you make your quilt. 

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The Start of a New Project: Winter Table Runner

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I started a new project this week, a table runner! Aiming for a wintery look, I am using the beautiful blue-colored prints from the collection by Moda Fabrics called the Morris Meadow. I know it seems very spring with all the floral prints, but I just love the frosty blue hues and the dark blues. The prints are gorgeous and stunning with intricate details. No wonder William Morris was very well known for his designs on textiles. 

 

Since I was playing the fabric placement with Electric Quilt 8, I quickly mocked up a few more looks with a couple more fabric lines:

In Morris Meadow by Barbara Brackman

In Lighthearted by Camille Roskelley

Table Runner Pattern Quilting - The Little Mushroom Cap

or a more Aqua version:

Table Runner Pattern Quilting - The Little Mushroom Cap

In Comfort and Joy by Create Joy

I love how sparkly these would look on the table! Well, I am off to continue making half-square triangles for the blocks. I’ll be sharing the pattern soon, so be in the look out for that!

If you’re looking for these fabrics, check out Missouri Star Quilt Company and grab a great deal during their Black Friday SALE, and use this link to get 15% off as well! The link is valid once per customer in November 2023.

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Precut Quilting Fabric Sales | Early Black Friday for Quilters

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Here are a list of fun Early Black Friday Sales for you to check out!

There are affiliate links in this post in which I make a small commission at no cost to you. Find the disclosure here. 

There seems to be a theme around Precut Fabrics which I love! Here are some of my favourite store with all their early Black Friday SALE. 

Early Black Friday SALE on Precut Fabrics HERE at MSQC with 15% off extra discount using this LINK  

A wide variety to choose from, and with the link, you can get an extra 15% off! Valid once per month per customer. I love that even the new collections are on sale including the beautiful Lighthearted by Camille Roskelley!

Precut Fabric SALE at Connecting Threads that will end on 18th November for the following Precuts:

Precut Fabric SALE at Fat Quarter Shop: 

There’s a variety of precut to choose from here, and they’re up to 50% off HERE! What I love about FQS is their selected FQ bundle, Art Gallery Fabric Bundles, their special precut the Jolly Bars which include a free pattern, their shipping and customer service. They also have lots of free patterns for precut available HERE>

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60% off Riley Blake Precuts at Green Fairy Quilts HERE> 

There’s always great choice at Green Fairy Quilts, and my favourite is their Riley Blake Designs selections and their price are unbeatable!

Enjoy shopping! I am off to grab a few things myself too. Can never have enough fabric 😛

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Quilty Kindness: Vintage Quilt Magazines

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I am thrilled to share a heartwarming tale that recently unfolded in my quilting journey. In the vast and interconnected world of online quilting communities, I had the pleasure of connecting with a kindred spirit—someone I’ve never met in person but who shares the same passion for quilting, Janis. In a delightful twist of fate, Janis contacted me asking if she could send me a collection vintage 1980s quilt magazines. 

The Unforgettable Gift: A set of Vintage Quilt Magazines

As the package arriving at my doorstep all the way from the other side of the world, I was very much in awe that someone so kind is sending me something that she felt was worth gifting it to me. As I unwrapped it, I discovered a treasure trove of vintage quilt magazines from the 1980s, each one a time capsule of quilting history. I squealed with excitement!

These magazines were beautifully kept together and I truly appreciate that Janis had thought of me when she contacted me to send them, I will certainly treasure it. The nostalgia hit me instantly as I thumbed through the pages, I remembered all the fun time I had when I found a few of these magazines when I used to go to flea markets and garage sales.  The thing I love about these magazine is discovering a world where quilting patterns were intricate, colors were bold, and creativity knew no bounds. The quilts I see today have existed way long and have just been revamped in different colours and fabrics. So many inspirations. 

These magazines even came with a set of binder to keep them together! Such a classic way too to put the magazines in place.

Connecting Quilters

What makes this gift even more special is the connection it represents. Despite the physical distance between Janis and me, the shared love for quilting has bridged the gap. It’s a testament to the power of virtual communities, where friendships can bloom, and genuine gestures of kindness can transcend the digital realm. I feel like we live in a kind world despite of whats happening right now, there are hopes for kindness and it couldn’t have came at a better time. So thank you Janis, your kindness means a lot to me. I actually did teared up when I opened the package. She definitely went through quite a hassle to post these to me.

Diving into the Past through Vintage Quilt Magazines

These vintage quilt magazines are not just a collection of patterns; they are a glimpse into the quilting culture of the 1980s. The pages are filled with designs that echo the trends of that era—geometric shapes, vibrant colors and what interest me are also the way the articles are written, similar to the digital realm of blogging, these magazines are like the vintage version of scrolling through blog posts to the quilting community back then. Flipping through them feels like stepping into a time machine, where every stitch tells a story of the quilters who came before us. I just love reading throught he articles written by quilters in that time. Quilters spilled their secrets, shared their triumphs and epic fails, and gave us a sneak peek into their creative minds. It’s like they were saying, “Hey, check out this amazing thing I made!” just like we do on our blogs today.

I’ll share a few of the pages here. However, I am not sure whether I am violating copyright if I am just giving these very few pages. If you know, please let me know. I don’t want to get into trouble but really wanted to share with you of some of the fun articles are in these magazines. 

                   

As I delve into these magazines, I find myself inspired by the craftsmanship and creativity of quilters who paved the way for the vibrant community we have today. The patterns are a blend of tradition and innovation, reminding me that the art of quilting is a living, evolving tradition.

Quilting Legacy

In a world that often moves at a dizzying pace, these vintage magazines serve as a reminder to slow down, appreciate the craftsmanship of yesteryear, and preserve the legacy of quilting. Each page holds a piece of history, and I feel a sense of responsibility to carry this legacy forward with respect and admiration.To my online friend, Janis who made this extraordinary gift possible—thank you. Your generosity has not only enriched my quilting experience but has also strengthened the bonds that make our online quilting community so special. Though miles apart, we are connected through a shared love for this timeless art form.

As I embark on this journey through the past with my newfound vintage quilt magazines, I am filled with gratitude for the unexpected connections that quilting has brought into my life. These magazines are not just patterns on paper; they are threads that weave together a tapestry of friendship, nostalgia, and the enduring beauty of quilting. So, my fellow quilt-loving bloggers, the next time you flip through those vintage magazines, remember, you’re holding a piece of quilty history. It’s like reading the first chapter of the quilting blog we all contribute to today – a timeless tale of creativity, community, and quilting love.

I am certain that these magazines will be a wellspring of inspiration. I’ll be updating the blog with projects inspired by these gems, So stay tuned for the that creative journey ahead!

Till next time,

Happy quilting, and may your own quilting journey be filled with unexpected moments of joy and connection.

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