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Join Conquer Your Scrap Summit TODAY!

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Do you ever find yourself staring at a growing mountain of fabric scraps, wondering what on earth to do with them? Well, I’ve got some fantastic news that will not only help you tame that scrap pile but also spark your creativity in ways you never imagined. Allow me to introduce you to the Conquer Your Fabric Scrap Summit!

These summit classes are totally FREE to you for the first 48-hours as long as you’re registered. Click here to get your free ticket!

This incredible event, happening from August 15th to 18th, is a dream come true for every quilter out there with a stash of scraps. The summit boasts a lineup of 21 amazing teachers, each ready to share their expertise, tips, and tricks on how to make the most of your fabric scraps. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just starting out, there’s something here for everyone.

Why Tame Your Fabric Scraps?

First things first, let’s talk about why taming your fabric scraps is so important. We all know how quickly those little pieces can accumulate, turning our quilting spaces into chaotic messes. But beyond just keeping things tidy, making good use of your scraps can lead to some truly beautiful and unique projects. It’s also an excellent way to be more eco-friendly by reducing waste. Plus, who doesn’t love the challenge of turning what seems like nothing into something spectacular?

If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you’ll know that I love using my scraps! I’ve shared some of my favourite things to make with scraps on this blog like this Quilt-As-You-Go Pouches and the lines of hot pads!

What to Expect in Conquer Your Fabric Scrap Summit? 

The excitement is already in the air with intro videos available to watch right now. Yes, you read that correctly – you can start soaking in the fun tips and inspiration from our talented instructors even before the summit officially kicks off. These videos are packed with sneak peeks and handy tips that have already got me buzzing with ideas.

I’ve already started diving into the intro videos, and let me tell you, the excitement is real. The tips and tricks being shared are not only practical but also incredibly inspiring. It’s amazing how much creativity can come from a simple scrap of fabric when you have the right guidance. I have just watched the tips and trick video from Elizabeth from Epida’s Studio and Diane from Stash Bandit and they were amazing! I am all pumped up to try out their methods and can’t wait to watch their classes in the Summit!

Don’t forget to stop by and watch mine too!

Meet the Teachers

We have an incredible roster of teachers this year, each bringing their own unique style and expertise to the table. From traditional quilting techniques to modern twists, you’re going to be blown away by the variety and depth of knowledge these instructors have to offer. Here’s a little taste of what you can look forward to:

Why You Should Join Conquer Your Fabric Scrap Summit

This summit is more than just a series of classes; it’s a community experience. You’ll be joining quilters from all over, sharing your progress, and cheering each other on. The sense of camaraderie and shared passion is truly what makes events like this .Don’t forget to join in the Facebook Group! The link to the Facebook group should be in your welcome Email once You’ve signed up for the event.

So, mark your calendars, gather your scraps, and get ready for a quilting adventure like no other. The Conquer Your Fabric Scrap Summit is going to be an event to remember, and I can’t wait to see all the beautiful creations that come out of it.

Click HERE to grab your free ticket!

Now, now there are more goodness bundled up with the summit, it is called the Scrap Success Bundle.

Scrap Success Bundle – A gateway for more goodness!

These summit classes are totally FREE to you for the first 48-hours as long as you’re registered. But you can extend the time to watch these lessons AND get a whole lot more resources by purchasing the Scrap Success Bundle. You can get your hands on the Scrap Success Bundle for a reduced price ($47) right after you register.  After that, the price will go up. 

The Bundle upgrade provides you with extended access to all of the classes,  bonuses from the teachers, and more. Learn all about the Scrap Success Bundle after you register for the FREE Conquer Your Fabric Scraps Summit. Once the summit is over, the Bundle will no longer be available so make sure to get it while you can. I can’t wait to see you at the summit so you can start taking control of your scraps!

I can’t wait to see you in the summit!

 



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Halloween Memories Quilt Along

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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>

Quilt Along

For those of you who might be new to the concept, quilt alongs are a fantastic way to connect with other quilters, share progress, and get inspired by the community. It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn new techniques, stay motivated, and, most importantly, have fun. Plus, seeing everyone’s unique interpretations of the same pattern is always a delight!

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!

Fabric for Halloween Memories Quilt Along

Well, you can go ahead and check out the choices over HERE>. But basically you can be as free as you want with your own choice of colour! You can even make it in other colours and make it not Halloween-ish! The pattern is so versatile for any colours for sure. 

As for me, I’ll be using this bundle of goodness with a little hint of purple I picked to match the bundle. The bundle I’m using is called Pumpkin Licorice by Andover Fabric. You can find the bundle HERE> if it is still available. It’s the perfect blend of blacks and orange! I can’t wait to see this quilt come together. 

As you can see, I am not going far from the quilt in the book in terms of the colour choices as I really like the look of the quilt. I am also going. to be using some of the foundation paper piecing notions to help me speed through the repetitive units in the quilt. This is going to be so much fun. 

I love Susan Ache’s quilts, the scrappiness look of her quilts is inspiring. And the book as always with all of It’s Sew Emma’s patterns and book – the pattern is so well done! I also bought her Summer Memories book which you can read more about HERE> That book and this one both are amazing! So many eye-candy. 

So grab your copy of Halloween Memories Book today – there’s so many beautiful quilts to make from the book. you can make a Halloween quilt or choose a different colours scheme and make an any season quilt!

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>

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The Quilter’s Toolbox: Tools for Quilting

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I have something fun to share with you today! It’s a brand-new Quilter’s Toolbox. Let me tell you, I didn’t think I’d love it at first but I’ve changed my mind!  Now that I have been using it for a few weeks, it’s a game changer!!

Well of course it’s the perfect companion for quilters, what was I thinking?  It’s designed by a prolific quilter, Jenny of the Missouri Star Quilt Company herself.  Jenny is one of my quilting guru when I first started quilting and she surely still is.

Discount code for Missouri Quilt Co

On the side note before we go into the details of the toolbox : I can’t believe that now I actually get to work with their company Missouri Star Quilt Company! I am an affiliate for MSQC, and they have kindly share this link for all my quilting friends to use to get a 20% off cart for purchases above $50. So if you want to grab some fabrics or notions or patterns –> USE THIS LINK TO GET 20% OFF PURCHASE ABOVE $50. 

Now let’s get back to the quilter’s toolbox.

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Star of Wonder Quilt Along Christmas Quilt Along Week 3

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Hey Quilting Friends!

Here is another progress on the “Star of Wonder,” a mystery quilt along hosted by Fat Quarter Shop. If you’re looking for a fun and creative challenge this July, you should definitely join in!

What is a Mystery Quilt Along

A mystery quilt along is an exciting and fun quilting event where participants make a quilt without knowing the final design in advance. The organizer, in this case, Fat Quarter Shop, releases parts of the quilt pattern in installments, often weekly or monthly. Each installment provides instructions for making a portion of the quilt, like a block or a section of the border.

Quilters follow along, making their pieces as the clues are released, and the mystery gradually unfolds. By the end of the quilt along, participants will have created a beautiful, complete quilt top. It’s a great way to challenge yourself, learn new techniques, and join a community of fellow quilters who are all working on the same project.

Join the Star of Wonder Mystery Quilt Along 

Here’s how it works: gather your supplies and visit the Star of Wonder Supplies page each Tuesday in July. There, you’ll find free mystery patterns and video tutorials to guide you through each step. It’s a great way to learn new techniques and connect with fellow quilters.

To keep up with all the latest updates and see what everyone is creating, follow the hashtags #StarOfWonderQAL and #StarOfWonderSAL on social media.

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Progress Update on a Scrappy Quilt: Ocean Wave Quilt!

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I’ve got some exciting updates on the Scrappy Ocean Wave Quilt! This project is truly a labor of time and love, but I’m thrilled with the progress I’m making, bit by bit. The best part is that I’m not dedicating all my time to it, which keeps the process fun and engaging. I love being able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and still see progress on each one.

I am making this Scrappy Quilt from the half-square triangles unit that I cut using the half-square triangle die I got with my Accuquilt starter kit.

There are affiliate links in this post in which I may make commission from. Find my disclosure here. 

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Star of Wonder Quilt Along Christmas Quilt Along Week 1

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Hey Quilting Friends!

I’ve got something exciting to share with you all – I’m diving into a new project called “Star of Wonder,” a mystery quilt along hosted by Fat Quarter Shop. If you’re looking for a fun and creative challenge this July, you should definitely join in!

What is a Mystery Quilt Along

A mystery quilt along is an exciting and fun quilting event where participants make a quilt without knowing the final design in advance. The organizer, in this case, Fat Quarter Shop, releases parts of the quilt pattern in installments, often weekly or monthly. Each installment provides instructions for making a portion of the quilt, like a block or a section of the border.

Quilters follow along, making their pieces as the clues are released, and the mystery gradually unfolds. By the end of the quilt along, participants will have created a beautiful, complete quilt top. It’s a great way to challenge yourself, learn new techniques, and join a community of fellow quilters who are all working on the same project.

Join the Star of Wonder Mystery Quilt Along 

Here’s how it works: gather your supplies and visit the Star of Wonder Supplies page each Tuesday in July. There, you’ll find free mystery patterns and video tutorials to guide you through each step. It’s a great way to learn new techniques and connect with fellow quilters.

To keep up with all the latest updates and see what everyone is creating, follow the hashtags #StarOfWonderQAL and #StarOfWonderSAL on social media.

My Star of Wonder Quilt –  Christmas Fabrics

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Bobbin Blooms – Spring Quilt

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I’m so excited to share that I just finished my latest quilt top, and it’s super sweet! This one features beautiful tulips made with a lovely, soft color fabric collection. The pattern is called Bobbin Blooms, and it’s an exclusive pattern to the Sew Sampler Box from Fat Quarter Shop. If you’re not subscribed to the box but want a chance to win the pattern, be sure to check out the “sew with me” video. In the video, I walk you through my process of making this quilt and share some of my favorite piecing tips.

 

You can read more about my review on previous Sew Sampler Box HERE>

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Stitch Up Easy Charm Pack Baby Quilt in No Time

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Fun Animal Print Fabrics

I just had to share my latest project with you all—a charming baby quilt that’s both quick and adorable! I used two charm packs for this one: a solid white and a delightful collection called Alphabet Zoo, which features the cutest little animals. If you’re anything like me, always on the hunt for great precut patterns, this one’s a gem from Missouri Quilt Co. I promise, it’s perfect for those who love to whip up something beautiful in no time.

The fabric was from my haul at Missouri Star Quilt Co a few weeks back. They sponsored this box of fabrics and have generously given a discount link for all my readers to shop at MSQC.   You can shop with this link at MSQC and get a 20% off your cart at checkout!

 

Working with Precuts Charm Squares

Here’s a little tip before you dive in: be mindful of the fact that different fabric manufacturers have slightly different standards for their charm pack sizes. I discovered this the fun way when my Kona solid white charm pack didn’t quite match up perfectly with the Alphabet Zoo charms. Instead of trimming them down (who has the time?), I just centered the pieces as best as I could and sewed away. Sure, some blocks ended up a bit off, but that’s part of the handmade charm, right?

Despite the small size discrepancies, this quilt came together surprisingly quickly. If you’ve made this charm pack quilt before, you could definitely finish this one in an evening. For me, I stretched it out over a few days, piecing it together into a lovely flimsy quilt top during my breaks from work week. Even with limited time, it felt incredibly satisfying to see it all come together.

I just love that there’s a secondary pattern in the quilt too from the mix of four patches and half square triangles units. I really like this pattern and can see that it will be a great quilt pattern for scraps too! I’ll be sure to repeat this quilt again. 

I added a round of solid border to allow the binding to pop away from the quilt centre.

I’ll be using the minky for the backing so now I am off to baste and quilt this quilt! I have also picked the mustard fabric for the binding. This will be a quick one to quilt. I can’t wait to see the finished product, and I’ll be sure to share photos with you all once it’s done.

Next is another baby quilt is the one using the layer cake in the fabric haul above! Do you have a layer cake pattern that you want to suggest? 

 

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Embracing the Scrap Life: From Scraps to Gifts in My Sewing Room

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Welcome back to my little corner of the internet. Today, I’m excited to invite you into my sewing room to talk about something that’s near and dear to my heart: the scrap life.

If you’re anything like me, you probably have a stash of fabric scraps that seems to multiply overnight. But fear not, because those seemingly insignificant pieces of fabric hold endless possibilities, waiting to be transformed into beautiful creations. Last year, I had the opportunity to share my love for scraps at the Scrap Summit event. It was such a joy connecting with fellow quilters and discussing our shared passion for making the most out of every last bit of fabric. If you missed it, don’t worry—I’ll be sharing more about the upcoming Scrap Summit in 2024 soon!

Since Summit 2023 has long past, I uploaded the video on my YouTube channel simply to share with you the life of scraps in my sewing room. 

 

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Together Quilt Finish: A Heart Quilt

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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!

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