Catherine (Katie) Mae Epler was a diminutive woman, but what she lacked in stature she made up for in spunk and creativity. In 1914, Katie travelled from her home in Pennsylvania with her 16-year-old daughter Frances Iva to the Swan … Continued
Studio Profile – Christine Baker Christine has always been a sewer, from the time she was a kid making Barbie clothes with her mom, but it wasn’t until after she was married that she started to quilt. She graduated in … Continued
For centuries, stitchers have used scraps of fabric and bits of thread to create bed coverings, wall decor, clothing and household items, and there has often been adaptation between media. Stitchers have used photos of ancient tapestries to create cross-stitch … Continued
Use the tumbler shape to make the quilt in your favorite color. It would also look interesting when used to make smaller projects, like a table topper, table runner, placemats, and your imagination is the limit! Read more in our … Continued
Flora is made of 22 individual pieces. Each pattern piece was traced onto white cotton, and then pieced with a selection of velvet, silk, satin, brocade, even some fabric from recycled ties. In fact, most of the fabric, as well … Continued
You may not recognize the name Beverly Johnson, but there’s a good chance you have been touched by one of her many enterprises. An experienced bra-maker and proprietor of Bra-maker’s Supply in Hamilton, Ontario, Beverly has also published 4 books … Continued
I started working part time in a quilt shop in September last year. This has been a wonderful experience for me as I have spent the majority of my working life behind an office desk. It is so much fun … Continued
Nursery Rhymes – Special Edition from Anita Goodesign Quilt embroidered, pieced, and quilted by Debbie Smith for The Quilt Store. Anita Goodesign makes it easy for embroidery machine owners to make an heirloom style quilt with their easy to follow … Continued
This is truly an easy way to patch a quilt. Use the easy template and make it your own. Read more in our Fall 2014 issue. Designed by Donna Housley www.hakidd.com
Sitting a stone’s throw from the Oshawa Shopping Centre at King Street and Stevenson Road is Oshawa’s newest full-service quilt shop: Ruby Pearl Quilts. Drop by and be instantly inspired by the colourful samples and the bright and friendly atmosphere. … Continued