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Veggie Quilt Pattern: Scrappy Style

Veggie Quilt Pattern: Scrappy Style

Turn your fabric scraps into something fresh and fun with the Veggie Quilt Pattern! See how I used scraps to create a vibrant, modern quilt inspired by the beauty of...

Veggie Quilt Pattern: Scrappy Style

Turn your fabric scraps into something fresh and fun with the Veggie Quilt Pattern! See how I used scraps to create a vibrant, modern quilt inspired by the beauty of...

2025 Halloween Quilt Round-Up

2025 Halloween Quilt Round-Up

Halloween lovers—this one’s for you! From the bold and modern Cake Weave Quilt Pattern to moody skulls and glow in the dark cat prints, we’re rounding up our favorite Halloween...

2025 Halloween Quilt Round-Up

Halloween lovers—this one’s for you! From the bold and modern Cake Weave Quilt Pattern to moody skulls and glow in the dark cat prints, we’re rounding up our favorite Halloween...

O' Christmas Tree Table Runner – A Festive Holiday Sewing Project!

O' Christmas Tree Table Runner – A Festive Holi...

Looking for a holiday sewing project that's quick, fun, and giftable? The O Christmas Tree Table Runner pattern includes everything you need for festive decor—including a free bonus coaster pattern,...

O' Christmas Tree Table Runner – A Festive Holi...

Looking for a holiday sewing project that's quick, fun, and giftable? The O Christmas Tree Table Runner pattern includes everything you need for festive decor—including a free bonus coaster pattern,...

Bear Path Panto: Sticky Paws Quilt with OG Cotton + Steel

Bear Path Panto: Sticky Paws Quilt with OG Cott...

Love modern quilt patterns with a twist? See how I used bold OG Cotton + Steel prints, the Sticky Paws Quilt pattern, and my custom Bear Path Panto to create...

Bear Path Panto: Sticky Paws Quilt with OG Cott...

Love modern quilt patterns with a twist? See how I used bold OG Cotton + Steel prints, the Sticky Paws Quilt pattern, and my custom Bear Path Panto to create...

Painter’s Palette: Patchwork Plaid Crib Quilt

Painter’s Palette: Patchwork Plaid Crib Quilt

Looking for a beginner-friendly quilt pattern with modern flair? This plaid crib quilt comes together fast with scrap-friendly piecing and longarm quilting magic—perfect for gifting or stashing!

Painter’s Palette: Patchwork Plaid Crib Quilt

Looking for a beginner-friendly quilt pattern with modern flair? This plaid crib quilt comes together fast with scrap-friendly piecing and longarm quilting magic—perfect for gifting or stashing!

Formation Quilt: Tula Pink Holiday Homies

Formation Quilt: Tula Pink Holiday Homies

This cozy flannel quilt featuring Tula Pink’s Holiday Homies is winter perfection! Learn how to quilt with flannel like a pro and get tips for backing, binding, and using longarm...

Formation Quilt: Tula Pink Holiday Homies

This cozy flannel quilt featuring Tula Pink’s Holiday Homies is winter perfection! Learn how to quilt with flannel like a pro and get tips for backing, binding, and using longarm...

Get to Know Katie

I learned to quilt under my grandma’s feet at the ripe age of four. My first project? Digging through her scraps to make an improv cat quilt. Quilt police? Never heard of her—rules aren’t really my style. I believe in diving in feet first and pushing the limits of sewing and quilting…because why not? And, honestly, that’s what seam rippers are made for!

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