Bungalow Quilting - The Uptown in Any Town
I just wanted a skirt pattern. I have many. None of them suited the bill. I knew in my mind’s eye what I wanted. So, I found the identical pattern to what I wanted, only to find that it was out of print. Hmmm. I had seen this skirt on ModCloth. It’s a clothing site. It has THE CUTEST things ever. They are making skirts out of prints that you
I made a minky scarf as proof that a faux fur scarf can be stylish and easy to make. Young women would especially like this piece, especially if chosen in a minky print that is soft and fun. See the photos for the one I made. I found a pattern that has an opening on one end of it to string the other side through, thus holding it in place.
The caddy is finished and looks so pretty. It’s especially nice with the oranges in the fabric; just when you’d want a warm casserole to take to someone (I mean in Fall and Winter!) See the photo which shows my 9×13 pan in it. The edges fold right over the pan, and the handles (not shown) will not allow it to open up. A tip: There are 4 curved edges
Here is a fabulous pattern made up by Kim Bates. She is a Bungalow Honey! She did a fantastic job with this panel that is available in the shop from Moda. Here’s the link to the panel. https://www.etsy.com/listing/700328396/holiday-lodge-panel-by-deb-strain-on-tan?ga_search_query=deb%2Bstrain&ref=shop_items_search_5&frs=1 There are a lot of prints on this panel, and she made some darling pillows to match. Here is what the panel itself looks like. It’s pretty impressive that there are so
I am really out of my wheel house. I rarely make anything other than garments or quilts. Often times I make tablerunners and napkins, or table accessories. But, I rarely if ever make things that require partitions, heavy duty stabilizers etc. Oh I have made my share of bags to be sure. I sew a lot of things with alternative types of fabric such as Cuddle. I’ve written an entire
This is one of the easiest skirts I have ever made. It was such fun too. I don’t like to stock things in the shop that are limited to people that are of only one size, if you get my drift. I like to make everyone feel pretty, no matter their size. So I try to seek out patterns that are workable for many people. And why not? We try
All the pieces of the caddy were put into place, so now I had to cut out the shape of it, just by following the lines on the printed cotton batting. FIRST, though, you will want to pin the edges down so you can cut out the curves without the fabric moving. Next, flip the caddy over; the back should be facing up. Cut out the shape of the caddy
Sewing right onto the cotton batting This is a new project for me. Judy asked for a casserole caddy for her “Blitzen” event on November 7. (A casserole caddy is a quilted “envelope” of sorts for carrying a hot casserole to an event). I volunteered. She handed me an all-in-one package that included instructions and a large piece of cotton batting. It is called a “Quilt as You Go” pattern;
I’ve always wanted to make a Union Jack quilt. Don’t ask me why. I am not an Anglophile, but there is something so pleasing to the eye about that design. So, get your British on, and read all about how to make this quilt. This is a free pattern so enjoy! Materials: Quilt measures 88” x 97” Finished Block size 11” x 12” All seam allowances are 1/4” unless otherwise
I found tips even inside the “learn to sew” pattern used for this. I put them into practice. All the tips are listed below, then the photos for each one follow. 2. QUICK PRESS VS. USING AN IRON: When you want to quickly “press” part of a seam, or a dart, or a narrow hem, use your thumbnail vs. an iron. This works best on cotton fabrics. I tried it
Kim Van Berkum Bates
Kelly Robbert
