Easy to assemble and a true scrap busting quilt block, learn how to make an X Marks the Spot quilt block. The block measures 12″ finished so it is a nice and large block. Depending on the colors you use, the X can really stand out or fade into the background. I hope you give it a try. How ...
Perfect for scrap busting, this pattern is easy and fun to put together. When used in a quilt, it makes all kinds of interesting designs. Learn how to make a pieces of candy quilt block with my easy-to-follow video tutorial. The block measures 9 1/2″ unfinished and 9″ finished. The ...
Sometimes I like to do some easy, no-brainer sewing and this blog will show you how. Perfect for all of those left over strips you have from trimming blocks and fabric, you can learn how to make improv monochromatic strip quilt blocks with this easy method. Don’t throw out all of those ...
Do you have a plain baseball cap that you don’t wear very often? Why not change it up a little bit and embellish it with a few mini quilt blocks. It is easy. In my tutorial you’ll get instructions for three different blocks and how to attach them to the cap. So if you are interested ...
I love scrappy quilts and a few years ago I made one that I was really happy with. It was an original pattern. When I posted a picture of it I got great feedback so I decided to come up with an “official” pattern. Here is my Diagonal Braids quilt block pattern and you can purchase ...
When the call went out to quilters to participate in a Sisterhood Quilt Along, I jumped at the chance. This event is hosted by Tamarinis and Kate Colleran Designs. I picked “Patricia”, also known as “Aunt Adie’s Album”, and it is a fun one to make. Here is my quilt ...
One fun thing to do in the quilting world is something called fussy cutting. It is a technique used to show off a particular motif or design in a particular piece of fabric. Often used in “I Spy” quilts, it can be used in any quilt design. Learn how to fussy cut fabric. Here are a ...
I can’t believe that it has been almost one year since I started my YouTube series called Working Our Scraps Off! I’ve had such a fun time coming up with scrappy fabric projects and this month is no exception. Here’s how to make a modern 4 squares in 1 quilt block. It’s ...
As an Island Batik ambassador I have the pleasure of working with all sorts of beautiful fabrics and this new line, Interurban, from them is no exception. The challenge for the month of February 2022 was to make row by row quilt and I decided to design my own modern blocks for my quilt. The ...
It’s almost a new year which also means it’s the end of this year’s Patterns by Jen 2021 Monthly Color Challenge. What fun it has been quilting along this year. It is my third year participating and I’ve made some lovely and super scrappy quilts along the way. ...
It is time for another scrap busting quilt block. As you know, I love my scrappy projects, so whenever I can, I like to come up with fun and easy makes for you. This is episode no. 9 in my Youtube series called “Working Our Scraps Off”. Don’t let the name of the block fool you ...
