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SJC Antique Quilts

Last weekend we took a drive down the California coast a bit to San Juan Capistrano. SJC is a historic town with its beautiful mission and wonderful old homes. There is also one of my favorite antique stores (The Old … Continue reading

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Rockin’ Roll Jelly Roll Quilt Complete Pattern

We began 2012 with this easy Rail Fence Variation quilt that can be made easily and with a Jelly Roll! (FYI:  A Jelly Roll is a collection of 40 strips, each precut to 2 1/2″ by the width of fabric, … Continue reading

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Spring Medallion Center Block Oval Band

Last week, the floral center block of our Spring Medallion was presented. Now we will encircle those blooms with a bias oval band. There are a few tricks to making the band appear seamless. Here are the basics of the … Continue reading

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Quilter’s Alphabet Block Of the Week 7 – D Block

Oh La La! These blocks are really fun. I am enjoying the planning of this quilt… Thinking of the alternating block designs to reflect what is so interesting about quilt making… Its infinite variety!  The blocks are turning out wonderfully.  … Continue reading

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Scattered Hearts Doll Quilt/Table Topper

We’ve been talking in class about how to use the leftover bits of swap fabric when making the Scattered Hearts quilt. First cut a 3 1/2″ Vertical strip (trim to 6 1/2″ X 3 1/2″.) Then make a Horizontal 3 … Continue reading

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Happy Valentine’s Day

Happy Valentine’s Day 2012! Today we celebrate love in all its forms so I thought I would share a little LOVE here… In the form of Heart Shaped Patterns. Here are links to some wonderful Heart themed quilts/ blocks… Our … Continue reading

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