Modern quilt teacher and patterns
I had to pop into one of the local craft stores to get some fabric for Jennie, SUCH a hard task to do… And while there, I had to grab some handle strapping for a bag for my daughter. And while THERE, I found aqua twill tape and handle strapping. AQUA! Cue hyperventilation! I grabbed a package of the wider… Read More
Here in Japan, the summer holidays run for about six weeks from mid-July to the end of August (the school year is April – March). This is now my fourth summer here (what?!) and my third preschool summer holidays. Each year has gotten easier, but they’re always a challenge. The noise, oh the noise! As an introvert, I truly treasure… Read More
So I made something raaaather “Sew Cute” this week… It’s a Hello Kitty bow clutch! It’s been something on my mind for quite a while now, and when I found that robot Kitty print in a little bundle with the red and white dots, it was just too much of a match made in heaven to pass by. I don’t… Read More
I have started converting some of my top tutorials into free PDF patterns to make it easier for you to take it to your sewing room – either on your tablet or printed off! They’re all available on Craftsy, and I will keep working at converting more. So head on over and grab the goodies! When you make them, be… Read More
If you’re in Australia, and want to learn some more about me, head to your local newsagent and grab a copy of the latest Down Under Quilts (issue 171)! And for those internationally, you can order your own copy here! This month’s ‘Meet The Blogger’ article is moi! And it’s such a thrill to see some of my most favourite… Read More
This week I’ve been making a bit more planner-related goodies, with my second attempt at making a Traveller’s Notebook cover aka fauxdori. And guys, I am in LOVE with this one! Just LOOK at the amazing linen-blend Japanese fabric!! It was a random find and I couldn’t help but use it on the outside AND inside… I (very loosely) used… Read More
Hi, I’m Anne from Play Crafts! First of all, many thanks to Alyce for being so understanding and allowing me to delay for a bit on my block until after I finished moving! Today I will be sharing with you a fun block I call the Fizzy Block because it reminds me of a fizzy drink with bubbles and sparkles… Read More
When the Fat Quarter Shop announced their new Aurifil thread club, I pounced fast! Each month, you get 4 small spools (220 yards) in 50w, and these are the first three months from the outside in. As an international purchaser, it works out to be about $6 per spool, which is a great price to build up a stash of… Read More
20/07 UPDATE: As the organiser of the Yokohama quilt show, Patchwork Tsushin, has gone out of business in June 2015, it would suggest that the Yokohama show is not happening this year. I will keep this post updated when I find out myself! It seems to be about the time of year that people start planning trips to the Tokyo… Read More
Hey guys, I’m back! Thank you so much for your messages of love and support over the past week. I spent most of last week on the sofa, and slowly resumed normal activity over the weekend. Including making a prototype for the next round of the #makeyourplannercuterswap – trying out interfacing and constructions methods to make a fabric “fauxdori” notebook… Read More