I haven’t participated in Quilt Block Mania for awhile so I am excited to be a part of it this month. If you are new to Quilt Block Mania, it is a group of pattern designers who create quilt blocks around a theme. The blog hope style sharing is monthly and this month’s theme is […]
Mini Iron Storage Case
As crafters and sewers, we know that there are a lot of things we can make that are much better than the products we can buy. I LOVE my Oliso Mini Iron with the silicone trivet. It’s handy for quilting and I can use it with my wool mat instead of hauling out my large […]
Portable Pockets
Portable pockets, how can I use you? Let me count the ways! Keep small stuff together in a tote or purse. Carry just the essentials. Easily transfer small items from one bag to another. Wear as a waist bag. Wear as a cross-body bag. Use as a waist money bag when vending a craft fair. […]
Stand and Store
As many of you know, I love making baskets and bags. How about a basket that is ALSO a bag? Now that is really exciting! Use as a basket and store as a bag by cinching the drawstring closed. I hope you love these as much as I do! Read on for some more details and […]
Updated Zip & Clip Bag Pattern
I’m so happy to share with you the new and improved Zip & Clip Bag pattern that’s now available for you (check out the sale information at the bottom of this post)! This pattern was originally launched in 2014 and is one of my all-time favorite bags that I have used time and again. It […]
Snug as a Mug on a Rug
Perfect for your favorite mug, soup bowl, Santa’s cookies and milk, and much more, these mug rugs are a great scrap-buster and an easy way to make a gift for a special teacher, coach, family member or friend. The instructions for this silicone pattern kit feature 3 block styles — a 6-1/2″ (6″ finished) block, […]
Hedgehog & Hare is here
I’d like to introduce you to the latest silicone pattern kit, Hedgehog & Hare. I thought it would be really fun to try something new and create a project that would be great for a baby gift. So, in comes Hedgehog & Hare! The kit includes two silicone rings and instructions and templates to […]
Hot Stuff Everyday Mitts!
Announcing the new mitt design, the Hot Stuff Everyday Mitt! I’ve wanted to do this style of mitt for awhile and decided it was time! After deciding on colors, I placed a sample order, reviewed and tested the samples, then placed an order. After that, the mitts were manufactured, shipped to Seattle, then by train […]
Let’s do the tango!
What do you call a tote that features two fabrics in a unique way on the exterior of the bag? Hint…hint…like partners in a fabric dance. . . . The Tango Tote! The Tango Tote is large and holds a ton of stuff. The finished bag is 12″ H x 18″ W (top) x 7″ […]
Quilt Block Mania – Flowers
It is time again for another QUILT BLOCK MANIA edition. This month’s theme is FLOWERS. I designed this block a few years back when I was playing with my silhouette cutter. I had some fun playing with contrasting colors in flowers, but didn’t use it in a pattern. When this theme came along, I thought […]
