February has arrived and, while lots of us (including me) start to think about Valentine’s Day and warmer weather, there are plenty of other fun things going on too. Things like my 2021 mystery quilt called “Stars of the Prairie”. It is the second month for this event, and ...
In an earlier blog post I announced that I was one of 24 Island Batik Ambassadors for 2021 and that I would be presenting a video showing all of the wonderful products I received. Well that time has come, and I’m excited to say that my Island Batik Ambassador unboxing video is now up on ...
I live in an area that can be very gray in the winter, and if the light is just right at dawn or dusk, there is a purple hue to the clouds. I’ve always wanted to capture that look in a quilt design. That is why, when I saw these batiks that I got in my Island Batik Ambassador box, I knew ...
Welcome to the first month of the 2021 Create with Claudia mystery quilt. This year the quilt pattern is called “Stars of the Prairie”. Each month I will be presenting a new quilt block along with a tutorial. You will also find all of the information you need if you are ...
Have you ever wondered how to make a bandana quilt? It’s easier than you may think, and with all of the beautifully colored bandanas available, you can make one in almost any color combination you can think of! I have always wanted to make a quilt like this. There is something familiar ...
Welcome to the 2021 Create with Claudia Stars of the Prairie mystery quilt. This is a monthly event with a new block (or blocks) announced at the beginning of each month. Inspired by the carefree beauty of the prairies, this quilt design features various blocks that are set in an irregular ...
I love Christmas. One of the reasons is because I like making all sorts of festive projects for the holidays. Every year, my green, white, and red fabrics get a little low by the beginning of December. This year is no exception because I made this charming Christmas wreath quilted table runner ...
I am all for buying a quilt pattern that catches my eye. I’ve bought more than my fair share over the years. There are so many stunning designs to choose from and designers work hard at producing good patterns. However, for a number of reasons, quilters may prefer a free pattern. That is ...
I hope you aren’t getting tired of all of my stash busting patterns. If you have visited my website before, you know how much I love them. If you are a new visitor here, welcome. You will find that many of my designs, like this Swirling Leaves quilted table runner pattern, are ideal for ...
Perfect for a pack of charm squares or leftover scraps, the hearts in my Shooting Hearts mini quilt practically jump off the fabric. I had so much fun designing this little mini that I tried it out in a couple of different colors and sizes. It just makes me happy. You could make it as a ...
As anyone who quilts knows, quilting can be a pricey hobby. From specialized tools to fancy fabric, the bills add up. That’s why I try to save money on some of the things I use. It is also what prompted a recent shopping trip to my local store that sells everything for a dollar. While I ...
