Category: Quilting
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While the Boss is Away…
Hey, gang — Heidi, here! As most of you know, Lisa is out of the country enjoying her tour of Scotland right now, which means she doesn’t have much time for blogging at the moment. With Primitive Christmas fast approaching, there’s a ton to do — and even with Lisa away (as much as we’d…
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Criss-Cross Scotland Sauce
Hey, everyone! As most of you know, I’m not at home right now because I’m on the trip of a lifetime in Scotland with Craftours.com. I obviously don’t have a whole lot of time to blog while I travel, but I wanted to pop on quickly just to let you all know that we made…
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Sleigh What?!? Primitive Gatherings Holiday Gift Boxes Are Back!
Hey, everyone — happy Halloween! Isn’t it funny how deciding what to take on a long trip always starts with good intentions, but ends with you wondering if you really need that fifth pair of shoes? I’m deep in suitcase chaos right now as I gear up for my trip to Scotland, with Craftours.com, which…
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Meet the Lucky Charm of MBH6!
Hey, everyone! Ready to twist and turn your way into the latest MBH6 block release? This week’s assignment is a Cat’s Cradle-style block, brought to us by Stacy Iest Hsu. To put it lightly, Stacy’s block Lucky Charm resembles a close cousin of the classic nine patch, with a little bias and half-square triangle mischief…
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Aunt Irene
Hey, everyone! How was your weekend? Despite the chill in the air, the weather was way too nice for me to be cooped up in the house the whole time, so I spent as many hours outdoors in the fresh air and sunshine as I could. My house is all set for tick-or-treaters next week,…
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Let’s Celebrate!
Hey, everyone! Today is my 59th birthday, and like most special days around here, we’re celebrating it with freebies! Meet Chatty Jack, my latest Halloween-themed project. This wool appliqué on cotton cutie features a cheerful jack-o-lantern on one side and a cluster of hand-stitched words that sum up all the fun and spookiness of Halloween…
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Block Ballet and Birthday Cake
Hey, everyone! Welcome to another Blockheads Wednesday! This week we’re twirling toward the MBH6 finish line with Block 21 — Bowtie Ballet, courtesy of Vanessa Goertzen of Lella Boutique. This 9” finished beauty isn’t just another four-patch-and-HST combo — it’s a tiny stage where fabric pirouettes into a graceful bowtie motif. The shapes move across…
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It’s Never too Early for Christmas at Primitive Gatherings!
Hey, everyone — happy Friday! I’m sitting here at PG on what might just be the most gorgeous October day we’ve had all season. The sun is shining, the sky is blue, and the fall colors are almost at their peak — it’s one of those days that makes me happy to be exactly where…
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X Marks the Spot
Hey, everyone! Who’s ready to make their Hump Day a little more X-citing? This week’s MBH6 release by Jenelle Kent of Pieces to Treasure is Cross Training. This interesting block takes simple squares and turns them into a striking, interlocking design full of sharp angles and geometric flair. The repeating shapes create a sense of…
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Earn Your Custom Quilting Badge with Linda Hrcka at The Gathering!
Hey, everyone! Have you ever wondered why some quilts make you stop and stare, while others just… exist? Custom quilting design is one of those secret weapons that can elevate your work from “really good” to “wait, YOU made that?!” It’s the final touch where thread becomes texture, and your quilt goes from flat to…