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October 22, 2021

Moonstone – new quilt pattern featuring Twenty, collection by Katarina Roccella

Hello everyone and happy fall! Fall is a beautiful season…

August 20, 2021

Bear-y Cozy quilt pattern featuring AGF Flannels

August 13, 2021

Buffalo Plaid quilt featuring Cozy and Magical collection

June 18, 2021

Borneo Nights free quilt pattern (featuring Boscage fabric collection)

October 23, 2020

Picturesque – magical new collection by Katarina Roccella and AGF

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Gifting Handmade by @sharonhollanddesigns is in fu

Gifting Handmade by @sharonhollanddesigns is in full swing and my day is coming TOMORROW!! (Monday, 11/11) I can’t wait to show you what I made using my Pieceful Pathways quilt pattern, (throw size) - and it’s not a throw quilt!! 😃
I had so much fun playing with gorgeous Tumbleweed collection by @sharonhollanddesigns and @artgalleryfabrics and also how I quilted my project using a new tool - amazing stencil by Melodie of @sewharmony - can’t wait to show you tomorrow!!
In the meantime - have you been following Gifting handmade? So many amazing projects to inspire you for making beautiful gifts! (or little something for yourself!! ) Not to mention great prizes by all the generous sponsors - thank you Sharon for putting this all together, I am so happy and honored to be a small part of it all.❤️
#giftinghandmadeshowcase2024 #sharonhollanddesigns #piecefulpathwaysquilt #maraquiltdesigns

Little preview of my project for Gifting Handmade

Little preview of my project for Gifting Handmade showcase by @sharonhollanddesigns - yes, I am using my Pieceful Pathways pattern, but did I make a quilt or… 🤔🤔🤔🫣🫣🫣
What do you think it is??
But first - how gorgeous is Tumbleweed collection by Sharon and @artgalleryfabrics ??
I surely proclaimed every print my favorite, many times over!!
It just depends which one was in my hands at the moment!! 😄😍
#giftinghandmadeshowcase2024 #sharonhollanddesigns #agftumbleweed #piecefulpathwaysquilt #maraquiltdesigns

Don’t you just love good serial block pressing w

Don’t you just love good serial block pressing with your trusty @olisohome smart iron?
Topped with the beautiful block clapper by @modern_american_vintage ? 🥰🥰 ME TOO! ☺️
These double 4-patch blocks are for my Pieceful Pathways pattern (link in bio!) but I do have a little surprise for you in how this will turn out!!
This is my make for the Gifting Handmade showcase hosted by @sharonhollanddesigns (I sure hope you are following along as it is really amazing!!!), and I can’t wait to show you!!
In the meantime, keep your eyes on Sharon’s feed and all other makers for so many great handmade gift ideas! Not to mention amazing giveaways!!

#giftinghandmadeshowcase2024 #piecefulpathwaysquilt #modernamericanvintage #olisosmartiron #sharonhollanddesigns #agftumbleweed

Extra hour in a day? Yes please!! Excited to show

Extra hour in a day? Yes please!!
Excited to show you what I am making for the Gifting Handmade showcase hosted by @sharonhollanddesigns !!
Make sure you follow and take part in the fun and amazing giveaways - so much goodness to come!!

#giftinghandmadeshowcase2024 #giftinghandmadeshowcase #giftinghandmade

GIFTING HANDMADE is here and Day 2 starts us off w

GIFTING HANDMADE is here and Day 2 starts us off with super fun project by our amazing hostess herself, @sharonhollanddesigns - how fun are these lace-up blocks for the kiddos to play and learn?!
Make sure you visit Sharon’s blog to enter the first giveaway by generous sponsors @seams_sew_me @graceandpiececo and @sharonhollanddesigns (swipe to see it!) and stay tuned for more inspiration, ideas and fun coming your way every day!!

#giftinghandmadeshowcase2024 #giftinghandmade

GIFTING HANDMADE Makers Showcase by @sharonholland

GIFTING HANDMADE Makers Showcase by @sharonhollanddesigns is almost here!! Mark your calendars for days of great inspiration and ideas for beautiful handmade gifts you can make, give or keep for yourself!! Not to mention great giveaways by amazing sponsors too!
I am so excited and honored to be a part of this amazing group of creative friends, led by Sharon and can’t wait for you to see it all!

Make sure you follow everyone so you don’t miss anything:

@quiltsbycritter
@thecurlyquilter
@evamaescustomquilts
@lindseymakes
@quiltingrubies
@createjoyquilt
@ttabes80
@quiltingabovetheclouds
@thaicharmllc
@midlife_quilter
@remivailstudio
@sharonhollanddesigns

#giftinghandmadeshowcase2024 #sharonhollanddesigns #giftinghandmade

Open my @sewharmony package of Melodie’s amazing

Open my @sewharmony package of Melodie’s amazing stencils with me! I finally had a moment to open this with you all and I am so excited to try this amazing new product!!
If you have been around here you know I love my FMQ. But I also want to get better in some pattern quilting and Melodie’s new stencils will be a game changer, I am sure of it.
When I met Melodie at the phenomenal a Quilterpreneur Retreat by @quilters_candy and heard her describe her new product with such passion, I knew I will be pre-ordering it as soon as it’s possible. There is nothing better than a creative soul passionate about what they create. ❤️ Congratulations Melodie on this amazing start, I know there are so many more to come!!
I am super excited to try these stencils l and of course will share my journey with you all.
#sewharmony #quiltingstencils #quilting

Just an ode to October during our Sunday morning w

Just an ode to October during our Sunday morning walk…
🧡🍁🍂🧡
#october #odetooctober🍂 #colorsoffall🍂🍁🍃

Autumn symphony makes me smile and the richness of

Autumn symphony makes me smile and the richness of these Tumbleweed fabrics by @sharonhollanddesigns and @artgalleryfabrics make my heart sing.
Can one ask for anything more? 😊🧡
Wishing you all the same my creative friends.

#quiltinginspiration #colorsofoctober🍂🍁 #agftumbleweed

MEMORIES!!! ❤️ I accidentally found this bag w

MEMORIES!!! ❤️ I accidentally found this bag with a stack of photos from many of my quilting adventures - what a trip down memory lane, I had to share!!
So deeply grateful for all those memories and all my friends along the way - an absolute treasure. ❤️
Let’s not talk about how much younger I looked then… but hey, life marches on and I am here for it. Let me hear what you think about these? Any questions? 🙂
#quilting #quiltingmemories #bestfriends #sograteful

Productivity tip for your busy schedule - “steal

Productivity tip for your busy schedule - “steal” time to sew, even if it’s just 10 minutes before work (or kids, or workout, or…) - have things ready by the machine and set the timer for whatever time you do have - I had only 10 minutes yesterday morning!!
16 half-strips and two full width strips is what I got done - I call that a win! And I do love# this simple little cube timer! (will put a link in my stories)

#productivitytip #timetosew #maraquiltdesigns

BACK TO QUILTING IT IS!! Hello my friends, after s

BACK TO QUILTING IT IS!! Hello my friends, after some me-time (miss you Sundance friends!🥰) and some family time I am back in the studio for lots of quilting to come - stay tuned!!
And just look at these Tumbleweed beauties by @sharonhollanddesigns for @artgalleryfabrics - inspiration is overflowing!! 😍
#agftumbleweed #piecefulpathwaysquilt #backtoquilting

Quilterpreneur Retreat Day 2 - sorry for the delay

Quilterpreneur Retreat Day 2 - sorry for the delay, but it was so wonderful one doesn’t get to social media!! 😁 I can only continue to tell you how amazing, fulfilling and inspiring it was - my heart is just so full!!
Presentations by Radha Weaver @sewingthroughfog and Amy Smart @diaryofaquilter were overflowing with so much good information, guidance and inspiration, I have pages of notes!!!
After lunch incomparable Jenna Kutcher @jennakutcher took us on a journey none of us will ever forget. It’s not easy to describe it in words… but laughs, tears and deep insights were abundant.
To wrap it all up Elizabeth @quilters_candy and her lovely husband Brad gave us great advice, amazing stories and even a song!! I mean - can one ask for more?? 🥰🥰🥰
Taking away all that and most importantly AMAZING FRIENDSHIPS that will grow is more than I could ever hope for and truly transformative for me. I am just so grateful.

Good morning friends! Quilterpreneur Retreat Day 1

Good morning friends! Quilterpreneur Retreat Day 1 is in the books - where do I even begin!? Day was filled with so much goodness that it’s hard to put in words.
Elizabeth @quilters_candy and Liza @lizataylorhandmade outdid themselves and made us all feel welcome, countless hugs, amazing snacks and coffee, goodie bags… and that was all before we even started!!
Then we got to hear from these six amazing creative, wise and inspiring ladies who are all forces of nature in their own ways - JUST SO INSPIRING!!!
Our speakers on day one were
@dara_tomasson Dara Tomasson
@shannonlboyer Shannon Boyer
@vchristenson Vanessa Cristenson
@carinagardner Carina Garner
@quiltylove Emily Denis
@nicollemade.it Nicole Ashton
I know you know their work and follow them, as I do, but to hear them in person was a whole another amazing experience full of ideas, inspiration, hope, mind blowing concepts and so much more.
All this in the company of so many amazing creative, supportive, spectacular women, friends I met over the Internet and now get to hug in person - can you ask for more? 🥰🥰🥰

I am intensely aware what privilege this is and deeply grateful for it all and ready for Day 2. 😊❤️

#quilterpreneur #quilterpreneurretreat #quiltyfriendsarethebest

Happy Friday my friends! No actual quilting here t

Happy Friday my friends! No actual quilting here today (or this weekend) as I am lucky enough to be at this beautiful place, Sundance, Utah at @sundanceresort at the Quilterpreneur Retreat masterfully organized by Elizabeth of @quilters_candy - it is a “pinch me” moment for sure!!!
It didn’t even start properly and I am already full of gratitude sharing travel plans with Christine of @moderncharmstitchery , kindness in driving us here from Heidi of @heidihomedesigns , having the best next door neighbor in Verna of @thevintagespool - need I say more?? ❤️❤️❤️
I can’t promise not overgramming… so stay tuned!!! 😁

#quilterpreneur #quilterpreneurretreat #quiltyfriendsarethebest

Friday Quilt Close-ups - can that be a thing? Plea

Friday Quilt Close-ups - can that be a thing? Please? 😊(SCROLL)
I just love the actual quilting part of quilt making process and feel very passionate about it (just ask dozens of my beginners quilting students - they all had to finish that class quilt with quilting (no matter how simple!) and binding! )
Why do I feel that way?
Fabrics, colors, piecing can give quilt beauty, pizzazz, tone… but quilting gives it a soul. (regardless of who does it, you or your trusty quilting fairy! 😁)
You can enhance colors, you can mute colors, you can add straight to curvy or feathers to straight lines… you can have large thread presence with thick threads, you can have subtle one with fine threads. You can leave hidden messages of love, you can add things that are not there (see my flower trellis? 😁) - doesn’t all that give your quilt a soul?
Curious to know - what are your thoughts on quilting? Let me know 👇👇

#quilting #quiltingfun #quiltinggivesquiltasoul

Flowers. Just to make you smile today. ❤️ (ye

Flowers. Just to make you smile today. ❤️

(yes this one of those videos your iPhone makes randomly from the photos you have. I adore them. They always make me smile. So today, I wanted to make you all smile as well.)

#flowers #garden #ourgarden #makesomeonesmiletoday

OH HEY THERE FUTURE QUILT PATTERN DESIGNER!! Is t

OH HEY THERE FUTURE QUILT PATTERN DESIGNER!!
Is that you? If you have all the doodles in your notebook and quilts that are waiting to inspire others to make them - Quilt Pattern Writing Course by @quilters_candy is for you!!
As someone who rarely endorses products, I am here as a the course alumni wholeheartedly ready to recommend it to anyone interested. Which is also why I am an affiliate too. Use the link in my bio and receive two more bonuses: group coaching session at the end of the course and one lucky winner will also get individual coaching session too! If you have questions - I am happy to answer them all!

#quiltpatternwritingcourse2024
#quiltpatternwritingcourse

Let’s decorate for fall - with quilts of course!

Let’s decorate for fall - with quilts of course!! Saturdays here are for cleaning, granddaughters’ soccer games and today - seasonal quilts changeover!! 🧡💛💚🤎

Do you do seasonal quilts changeover?
Do you have a favorite here?

Quilts and pattern info:
🧡 large pillows are Saguaro pattern by @sharonhollanddesigns
💛 Fall quilt 1 is Blooming Prairie (by me, hopefully pattern coming !) in Spirited collection by @sharonhollanddesigns
💚 Fall quilt 2 is Pieceful Pathways (by me, pattern link in bio) in Heirloom collection by Sharon Holland
🤎 Fall quilt 3 is Cobblestone Paths (by me, pattern link in bio) in Botanist collection by @katarinaroccella
💛 Wall quilt in gold is a very old pattern from a book that I can’t now remember the name of… (it is more than 20 years old.. sorry)
🧡 Wall quilt with dark background is Colors of October, by me, very old pattern that I might revive (you think I should?)

#maraquiltdesigns #fallquilts #decoratewithquilts #happyfallyall

HELLO! New introduction time? Completely prompted

HELLO! New introduction time? Completely prompted by my iPhone that makes those random videos focusing on someone and this time (surprisingly!) it was me - so I thought I would share it, so you can see my life in a nutshell. Life that I cherish and am deeply grateful for EVERY SINGLE DAY.
My family is my heartbeat.
I am a science geek since I can remember and cancer research is my passion.
My other passion is amazing world of quilting and making beautiful things in fabric.
My third passion is teaching and inspiring creativity in all of you, by sharing all of mine.
To all of you who follow my journey here and to this amazing creative community - THANK YOU!❤️

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