Sunburst Tie Quilt

Sunburst Tie Quilt

I realized I never blogged about this necktie quilt. My client wanted to create a wall hanging in a sunburst motif.  I checked Pinterest and went to work. Using the size she desired, I laid the ties out on the floor, loosely alternating them in length. I then...
Upcycled Vintage Dress Bolster Pillow

Upcycled Vintage Dress Bolster Pillow

What could be more sweet than a bolster pillow made from an old dress? My neighbor asked me to create a memory pillow using a dress she wore as a young girl. The dress was about 40 years old. She suggested a bolster that her daughter could use. This was not a rush...
Upcyled Bridesmaid’s Dresses and Disney Nursery Curtains

Upcyled Bridesmaid’s Dresses and Disney Nursery Curtains

I was thrilled to work on this project!  First, it added a bit of color into a long, dreary, cold and damp Cleveland “spring.” Second, there is a lot of sentiment wrapped up into this blanket! And, third, piano key borders make me happy! My customer sent...
Nine Block Patchwork Memory Pillow

Nine Block Patchwork Memory Pillow

Introducing a new patchwork memory pillow!  This one uses 9 quilt blocks that are cut to 6.5″.  I can make them with 9 in the front and back, for a total of 18 items.  Or, I can use 9 blocks for the front with a fabric backing.  At the bottom of this post you...