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The Splendid Samplerā¢ 2 – Sunbonnet Me to You
Quilts are a craft of love … they provide warmth, comfort and memories … The most uplifting thing about quilting is when we make a quilt for someone else. It may be someone we know or a complete stranger, the…
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The Splendid Sampler 2 – Pineapple Block
Today, my Pineapple block is available for download at The Splendid Sampler website. I am looking forward to seeing photos of your pineapple blocks. Let me show you how I made my little pineapple block using washable, fusible interfacing, sharp scissors,…
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The Splendid Samplerā¢ book has arrived
Two large boxes arrived at my gate today full of Splendid Samplerā¢ books. If any Australians would like a copy of the book, I have limited stock of soft cover, signed books available now in my e-shop. Price includes shipping…
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A day in the life of a quilter – from screen to market
How many of us wake up every morning and say, ” I love my job?” I do. I work hard and have fun at the same time, enjoying something I am very passionate about. Quilting for me is a full-time…
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Making 4 and 6 HST at a time
I am writing a new pattern and the block involved 4 of the same 3″ x 3″ finished HST’s. I could have made 2 at a time but I thought wouldn’t it be easier to cut two pieces, mark…
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Celebrating 50 blocks of Splendour – The Splendid Samplerā¢
We have reached the top of the hill. Half way there to completing 100 splendid blocks. I must confess I am a little behind on the first 50 blocks but one of the perks being a co-organiser is that…
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Colours of Manderley
The Manderley collection by Franny and Jane for Moda arrives in stores October 2016. It’s our first fabric collection with ModaĀ as the collaborative team of Frances Newcombe and Jane Davidson. [wc_divider style=”dotted” line=”single” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=””] Manderley explores the beautiful grounds…
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Catching up on Splendid Samplerā¢ Blocks
These blocks are so addictive. Secretly, I want to keep sewing my Splendid Samplerā¢ blocks and forget about everything else that needs to be finished. From Left to Right: Crocheted Thought by Alyssa Thomas, Checkerboard by Pat Sloan, Scrap Stars…
