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- [Pascal Carrying Case Sew Along Day 5](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/pascal-carrying-case-sew-along-day-5/) - It's Day 5 of the Pascal Sew Along and we are finishing our cases! Clover Wonder Clips Organ 90/14 needles Bulk poly webbing in 1″ and 1.5″ options (I like to have these on hand to cover with fabric) Cotton webbing from Stitch Supply Co Hardware Options: By Annie (the silver shown here), Stitch Supply Co (they have a
- [Pascal Carrying Case Sew Along Day 4](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/pascal-carrying-case-sew-along-day-4/) - It's Day 4 of the Pascal Sew Along and today we are attaching the Strap and Hardware. Organ 90/14 needles Bulk poly webbing in 1″ and 1.5″ options (I like to have these on hand to cover with fabric) Cotton webbing from Stitch Supply Co Hardware Options: By Annie (the silver shown here), Stitch Supply
- [Pascal Carrying Case Sew Along Day 3](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/pascal-carrying-case-sew-along-day-3/) - It's Day 3 of the Pascal Sew Along and today we are assembling and attaching our pocket. If you're nervous at all about zippers, I hope today will show you that they can be pretty easy to install! Clover Wonder Clips Organ 90/14 needles Juki TL2000 Sewing Machine Thanks for sewing along! -Kristina
- [Pascal Carrying Case Sew Along Day 2](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/pascal-carrying-case-sew-along-day-2/) - It’s Day 2 of the Pascal Carrying Case Sew Along and today we are prepping the Accent fabric Binding pieces and Strap. Today's assignment is pretty easy, so it's a good time to catch up on Day 1 if you didn't get the quilting done yesterday. You can find the Day 2 video that goes
- [Pascal Carrying Case Sew Along Day 1](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/pascal-carrying-case-sew-along-day-1/) - Welcome to Day 1 of the Pascal Carrying Case Along! I’m so happy you are here. Facebook Video HERE Today we are basting and quilting our panels. I have a few tips below for you: PREPARE FOR BASTING Before I start basting, I try to make sure that all of my layers are pressed really
- [Pascal Carrying Case + Supply Recommendations](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/pascal-carrying-case-supply-recommendations/) - Meet the Pascal Carrying Case! Crimson Confection: Jennifer puts together the sweetest bundles of fabric! If you like darling prints and perfectly curated bundles, check out Crimson Confection. Stitch Supply: A large selection of fabric and other notions like zippers, bag hardware, webbing (for handles). Plus, order over $50 or $100 and get a free
- [Nightingale Sew Along Day 5](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/nightingale-sew-along-day-5/) - We're on the final day of the Nightingale Zipper Case Sew Along! Frixion Heat Erasable Pen Clover Wonder Clips Zipper by the yard Wild Honey fabric by Lella Boutique for Moda Happy sewing! -Kristina
- [Free Tiny Trinket Basket Tutorial](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/free-tiny-trinket-basket-tutorial/) - Today, I'm sharing a quick little sewing tutorial for a tiny trinket basket. These cute little baskets are perfect for putting sewing notions like binding clips or safety pins in an easy to reach spot next to your machine, storing small pieces of jewelry, or keeping all those odds and ends on your desk or
- [Nightingale Sew Along Day 4](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/nightingale-sew-along-day-4/) - Here we are at Day 4 of the Nightingale Zipper Case Sew Along! Today we are making our zipper pouches. It's a little crazy to me that I've held entire sew alongs that were a week long just to make a zipper pouch--and here we are making one in just a day. Haha! Don't worry
- [Nightingale Sew Along Day 3](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/nightingale-sew-along-day-3/) - It's Day 3 of the Nightingale Zipper Case Sew Along! Today, we are making Vinyl Pockets 2 and 3. The process is pretty similar to making Vinyl Pocket 1 yesterday, however Vinyl Pockets 2 and 3 will each be sewn to an Inside Pocket Quilted Panel. OLFA frosted ruler OLFA rotary cutter (I have one
- [Nightingale Sew Along Day 2](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/nightingale-sew-along-day-2/) - It's Day 2 of the Nightingale Zipper Case Sew Along and today we are prepping the Binding, Handle, and Strap (all of the Accent fabric parts), along with making Vinyl Pocket 1. Clover Wonder Clips My favorite vinyl to use (ByAnnie brand 16 gauge vinyl) Organ 90/14 needles Zipper by the yard from these photos
- [Nightingale Sew Along Day 1](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/nightingale-sew-along-day-1/) - Welcome to Day 1 of the Nightingale Sew Along! I'm so happy you are here. Hera Marker Organ 90/14 needles OLFA rotary cutter OLFA 6″ x 24″ ruler Wild Honey fabric by Lella Boutique for Moda Thanks for sewing along! -Kristina
- [Good Luck Pouch Sew Along - Day 5](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/good-luck-pouch-sew-along-day-5/) - Welcome to Day 5 of the Good Luck Pouch Sew Along! We made it to the end of the Sew Along! Today, I have a few last notes for finishing up our pouches. Insert the Handle into the end where the zipper opens. It can get a little fiddly trying to get the zipper teeth
- [Nightingale Zipper Case Supply Recommendations + Sew Along Details](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/nightingale-zipper-case-supply-recommendations-sew-along-details/) - Meet the Nightingale Zipper Case! Crimson Confection: Jennifer puts together the sweetest bundles of fabric! If you like darling prints and perfectly curated bundles, check out Crimson Confection. Stitch Supply: A large selection of fabric and other notions like zippers, bag hardware, webbing (for handles). Plus, order over $50 or $100 and get a free
- [Spooky Parade: Free Jack-O-Lantern Quilt Block Tutorial](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/spooky-parade-free-jack-o-lantern-quilt-block-tutorial/) - I originally posted these Halloween Quilt Block Tutorials in 2017 on my old blog. I am reposting them here for easy access. I’m back today with part two of the Spooky Parade block tutorials! For those of you just joining in, I am sharing a few Halloween themed 12″ x 12″ blocks in the weeks
- [Spooky Parade: Free Bats Quilt Block Tutorial](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/spooky-parade-free-bats-quilt-block-tutorial/) - I originally posted these Halloween Quilt Block Tutorials in 2017 on my old blog. I am reposting them here for easy access. Happy October! I’ve been in the mood to do a little Halloween sewing, so I designed three fun Halloween blocks and will be sharing the tutorials for each block on my
- [Spooky Parade: Free Ghost Quilt Block Tutorial](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/spooky-parade-free-ghost-quilt-block-tutorial/) - I originally posted these Halloween Quilt Block Tutorials in 2017 on my old blog. I am reposting them here for easy access. I’m so excited to share the final block in my Spooky Parade today! For those of you just joining in, I am sharing a few Halloween themed 12″ x 12″ blocks in the weeks
- [Good Luck Pouch Sew Along - Day 4](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/good-luck-pouch-sew-along-day-4/) - Welcome to the Good Luck Pouch Sew Along Day 4! OLFA 6.5" x 6.5" square LDH black Scissors Frixion Heat Erasable Pen Thanks for sewing along! Kristina
- [Good Luck Pouch Sew Along - Day 3](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/good-luck-pouch-sew-along-day-3/) - It's Day 3 of the Good Luck Pouch Sew Along! Today, we are preparing our bindings and handle, sewing on the Zipper Bindings, and attaching the zipper. Just a few random notes on today's assignment: When you cut out the Side and Boxy Corner Bindings, you can cut one long length of the fabric,
- [Good Luck Pouch Sew Along - Day 2](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/1734-2/) - It's Day 2 of the Good Luck Pouch Sew Along! Hera Marker Organ 90/14 needles OLFA rotary cutter OLFA 6" x 24" ruler Thanks for sewing along with me! Kristina
- [Good Luck Pouch Sew Along - Day 1](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/good-luck-pouch-sew-along-day-1/) - Welcome to Day 1 of the Good Luck Pouch Sew Along! I am so happy you're here! I originally posted these Sew Along tips and tricks in September 2025 in conjunction with a Good Luck Pouch Sew Along I hosted. I’m posting the daily assignments and bonus tips here to my blog for easy reference
- [The Good Luck Pouch Pattern + Supply Recommendations](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-good-luck-pouch-pattern-supply-recommendations/) - Meet the Good Luck Pouch! Crimson Confection: Jennifer puts together the sweetest bundles of fabric! If you like darling prints and perfectly curated bundles, check out Crimson Confection. Stitch Supply: A large selection of fabric and other notions like zippers, bag hardware, webbing (for handles). Plus, order over $50 or $100 and get a free
- [Omni Tote Pattern + Sew Along](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/omni-tote-pattern-sew-along/) - Meet the Omni Tote! The Omni Tote pattern is a beginner-friendly, lightweight tote bag pattern that is sure to become your go-to pattern for a simple tote. Crimson Confection: Jennifer puts together the sweetest bundles of fabric! If you like darling prints and perfectly curated bundles, check out Crimson Confection. Stitch Supply: A large selection
- [Perfect Patchwork Piecing Tutorial-the easiest method ever!](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/perfect-patchwork-piecing-tutorial-the-easiest-method-ever/) - This is a blog post I wrote on my old blog way back in 2017. I'm reposting it here for easy reference. :) Hello! For those of you that follow me on instagram, you’ll know that I recently shared an easy and quick method to get perfectly pieced patchwork squares on my instagram stories. The
- [Customize Your Perfect Sewing Space with an UPLIFT Desk](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/customize-your-perfect-workspace-with-an-uplift-desk/) - If you’ve been searching for the perfect desk to upgrade your home or office setup, chances are you’ve come across UPLIFT height-adjustable desks. Known for their superior quality, durability, customization options, and ergonomic benefits, these highly rated desks are a popular choice for quilters, office professionals, gamers, and remote workers alike. I've been using UPLIFT
- [Juliet Pouch Pattern + Supply Recommendations](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/juliet-pouch-pattern-supply-recommendations/) - Meet the Juliet Pouch! With a unique vinyl window that looks way more complicated than it is, this pouch is sure to impress! Sallie Tomato zipper by the yard Size #3 or #5 on Amazon and Missouri Star Quilt Co By Annie Zippers on Amazon and Missouri Star Quilt Co Quilting material: I prefer using
- [Foxboro Pouch Sew Along Day 5](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/foxboro-pouch-sew-along-day-5/) - Welcome to Day 5 of the Foxboro Pouch Sew Along! We've made it to the end of the sew along! Today, I have a few last notes for cutting and sewing the boxy corners. Using a ruler, mark the lines for the boxy corners according to the size you are making (the marked lines
- [Foxboro Sew Along Day 4](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/foxboro-sew-along-day-4/) - Welcome to Day 4 of the Foxboro Pouch Sew Along! Today's assignment is to close up our pouches (with Zipper Tabs inserted!) and then add the End Bindings. Before sewing up the ends of the pouch, make sure the panel is inside out, and fold the Zipper Tabs and insert them right where the pin/center
- [Foxboro Pouch Sew Along Day 3](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/foxboro-pouch-sew-along-day-3/) - Welcome to the Foxboro Pouch Sew Along Day 3! Today's a big day. We're sewing our zippers! While the pattern sufficiently explains it all, I can't help but emphasize a few important parts and adding in a few little tips and reminders. Follow the instructions in the pattern to attach the Zipper Bindings onto
- [Foxboro Pouch Sew Along Day 1](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/foxboro-pouch-sew-along-day-1/) - Welcome to Day 1 of the Foxboro Pouch Sew Along! I’m so excited that you want to make the Foxboro Pouch with me! I originally posted these Sew Along tips and tricks in January 2025 in conjunction with a Sew Along I hosted. I’m posting the daily assignments and bonus tips here to my blog
- [Foxboro Pouch Sew Along Day 2](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/foxboro-pouch-sew-along-day-2/) - Welcome to the Foxboro Pouch Sew Along Day 2 Today, we have a super simple assignment: preparing the Binding strips and Zipper Tabs. There are two types of bindings that you make in the Foxboro Pouch pattern. The Zipper Bindings are very straightforward (just press in half the long way). This method is called “double
- [Foxboro Pouch Sew Along + Supply Recommendations](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/foxboro-pouch-sew-along-supply-recommendations/) - Meet the Foxboro Pouch! Sallie Tomato zipper by the yard Size #3 on Amazon and Missouri Star Quilt Co Quilting material: I prefer using Soft and Stable in between my layers as I quilt. Soft and Stable is a foam stabilizer that gives more structure and protection than a regular batting. There are other foam
- [Tiny Circle Zipper Pouch Free Tutorial](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/tiny-circle-zipper-pouch-free-tutorial/) - It seems like everything that I've been sewing lately has been tiny. I guess I'm just really enjoying the fast and easy projects lately! Today, I'm sharing a new tutorial for you: the Tiny Circle Zipper Pouch! Fabric: (4) 5" x 5" squares + (1) 1 1/2" x 3" strip Fusible Interfacing (optional): (2) 4
- [Free Small Vinyl Zipper Pouch Tutorial](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/free-small-vinyl-zipper-pouch-tutorial/) - Today I'm sharing a super fast and fun tutorial: a small vinyl zipper pouch! These little pouches are perfect for storing tiny notions: think binding clips, mini charms, and small thread snips or small cosmetics like lip balm, mascara, and a compact mirror. Plus with only two items needed for each pouch, they are really
- [Atlas Zipper Case Sew Along Day 5](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/atlas-zipper-case-sew-along-day-5/) - Welcome to the Atlas Zipper Case Sew Along Day 5! Today we're finishing up our Atlas Zipper Cases by first installing the zipper, then adding the bias binding and zipper tab. By Annie Zippers by the Yard (click HERE) Juki TL2000 Sewing Machine (click HERE) Thanks for sewing along! Kristina
- [Atlas Zipper Case Sew Along Day 4](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/atlas-zipper-case-sew-along-day-4/) - Welcome to Day 4 of the Atlas Zipper Case Sew Along! Today, we're assembling the Double Pocket Panel and then sewing both Pocket Panels to our Main Quilted Panel. These steps are extremely satisfying, because we finally get to see our zipper case take shape! By Annie Zippers by the Yard (click HERE) Juki TL2000
- [Atlas Zipper Case Sew Along Day 3](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/atlas-zipper-case-sew-along-day-3/) - Welcome to Day 3 of the Atlas Zipper Case Sew Along! Today, we are assembling the Tall Vinyl Pocket. This pocket has one large vinyl zipper pocket and will go on the left side of our zipper case (when it's laying open). Juki TL2000 Sewing Machine (click HERE) Organ 90/14 needles (click HERE) Thanks for
- [Atlas Zipper Case Sew Along Day 2](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/atlas-zipper-case-sew-along-day-2/) - Welcome to Day 2 of the Atlas Zipper Case Sew Along! Today is all about prepping the Binding fabric pieces. The Binding A, B, and C strips will be sewn on the pockets inside the case, with Bindings A and B being placed horizontal on your pockets, and Binding C vertical (this information can be
- [Atlas Zipper Case Sew Along Day 1](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/atlas-zipper-case-sew-along-day-1/) - Welcome to Day 1 of the Atlas Zipper Case Sew Along! I’m so excited that you want to make the Atlas Zipper Case with me! I originally posted these Sew Along tips and tricks in November 2024 in conjunction with a Sew Along I hosted. I’m posting the daily assignments and bonus tips here to
- [Atlas Zipper Case Pattern + Supply Recommendations](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/atlas-zipper-case-pattern-supply-recommendations/) - Meet the Atlas Zipper Case Pattern! Sallie Tomato zippers by the yard (I’ve used Sallie Tomato zippers in both size #3 and size #5 and they are both high quality and easy to get the pull back on): Amazon Metal Look zippers by the yard for a great price (I’ve purchased this brand multiple times
- [The Hemingway Pouch Sew Along Day 5](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-hemingway-pouch-sew-along-day-5/) - Welcome to Day 5 of the Hemingway Pouch Sew Along! Today, I'm sharing some tips for making a mini Hemingway Pouch from the triangle cut-off. Making a mini Hemingway Pouch from the triangle cut-off works best when using the triangle piece from the Large or Extra Large sizes of the Hemingway Pouch, but if you're
- [The Hemingway Pouch Sew Along Day 3](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-hemingway-sew-along-day-3/) - Welcome to Day 3 of the Hemingway Sew Along! Today's a big day. We're sewing on our zipper then reattaching the pull. If you're struggling with getting the zipper pull back on, I have a handy video on my Instagram account that should help: click HERE for the zipper pull video. I also recommend trying
- [The Hemingway Pouch Sew Along Day 4](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-hemingway-pouch-sew-along-day-4/) - Welcome to Day 4 of the Hemingway Pouch Sew Along! Today, we're finishing off our Hemingway Pouches by sewing the pouch closed and adding binding. SEW THE POUCH CLOSED When turning the pouch inside out and lining up the edges, I like to hold everything in place with Wonder Clips. If you weren't able to
- [The Hemingway Pouch Sew Along Day 2](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-hemingway-pouch-sew-along-day-2/) - Welcome to Day 2 of the Hemingway Pouch Sew Along! Olfa Ruler (click HERE) Hera Marker (click HERE) Organ 90/14 needles (click HERE) Juki Sewing Machine (click HERE) Thanks for sewing along with me! -Kristina
- [The Hemingway Pouch Sew Along Day 1](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-hemingway-pouch-sew-along-day-1/) - Oliso Iron (click HERE) Juki TL2000 Sewing Machine (click HERE) Thanks for sewing along with me! -Kristina
- [The Hemingway Pouch + Supply Recommendations](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-hemingway-pouch-supply-recommendations/) - Meet the Hemingway Pouch! It's a fast and easy pattern with a unique diagonal zipper that really elevates the look! Sallie Tomato zippers by the yard (I've used Sallie Tomato zippers in both size #3 and size #5 and they are both high quality and easy to get the pull back on): Missouri Star Quilt
- [Holland Pouch + Alpen Belt Bag December Sew Alongs](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/holland-pouch-alpen-belt-bag-december-sew-alongs/) - To get a head-start on handmade holiday gifts, I'm hosting TWO sew alongs in December! Yay! To simplify things for me (and you), there is one sign up form for both sew alongs (you can sign up HERE). That means you just need to sign up once and you'll receive the daily tips and tricks
- [Alpen Belt Bag Pattern + Sew Along](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/alpen-belt-bag-pattern-sew-along/) - Zippers: Neon, Stripes, and so many other colors 1 1/2" Webbing: Solid Cotton colors or Webbing with designs (just double check that the width is 1 1/2" wide). Alpen Belt Bag Hardware Kit (they've put together the pieces you need for the pattern--just choose what color you'd like!) Georgia Girl Stitches: 1 1/2" Cotton Webbing
- [Bonus Bag from the Holland Duffle Boxy Corner Cut-Offs](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/bonus-bag-from-the-holland-duffle-boxy-corner-cut-offs/) - Last month while I was at a quilting retreat, several of my friends made themselves a Holland Duffle bag and there were a few of the discarded quilted boxy corner cut-offs floating around the sewing space. Meg from Monograms for Makers saw potential in those small cut-offs and made a couple tiny pouches. I was
- [The Holland Duffle Sew Along Schedule](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-holland-duffle-sew-along-schedule/) - The Holland Duffle Sew Along starts on Monday, March 20th. Are you joining in? Before we get started, I want to share a little bit of information so everyone knows what to expect. If you've signed up for the Sew Along (click HERE to sign up if you haven't), then starting on Monday, March
- [The Holland Duffle + Sew Along](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-holland-duffle-sew-along/) - Hello friends! I'm excited to introduce you to the Holland Duffle! It's an up-sized version of my best-selling Holland Pouch pattern that has the same ease of construction (no bias binding or curved seams!) and includes outer pockets and long handles for toting around. The Holland Duffle finishes at 15" long, 9" deep, and 9"
- [Scrappy Irish Chain - Free Pattern Download](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/scrappy-irish-chain-free-pattern-download/) - Hello friends! Last year, I designed and made this fun Irish Chain quilt with a scrappy, low volume background. I originally offered the pattern to my newsletter subscribers, but am now including it here for everyone to download! Yay! This Scrappy Irish Chain quilt was made using nineteen fat quarters from the Hush Hush low
- [Crocheted Edge Baby Blanket Tutorial](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/crocheted-edge-baby-blanket-tutorial/) - * 1 1/4 yard of two flannel fabrics (in this tutorial, I'm using Bears on Bikes from the Riley Blake Designer Flannel Collection * Hemstitch Needle for your sewing machine (found HERE). * Crochet Thread (I'm using Lori Holt Chunky Thread found HERE). * Crochet Hook (the size needed will depend on how big your
- [The Holland Pouch - Tips and Tricks for Basting and Quilting](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-holland-pouch-tips-and-tricks-for-basting-and-quilting/) - Today I'm sharing some tips and tricks for basting and quilting the Holland Pouch quilted panel. You can find The Holland Pouch pattern HERE then follow along with the steps below for additional information on making the quilted panel. If you're looking for easy machine quilting designs, I have a short
- [Drunkard's Path Scrappy Circles Quilt with Free Tutorial](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/drunkards-path-scrappy-circles-quilt-with-free-tutorial/) - Finished Quarter Circle Block Size: 7" x 7" Finished Full Circle Block Size: 14" x 14" Finished Quilt Size: 56" x 70" Fabric Requirements: (20) 1/4 yard cuts Binding: 5/8 yard Batting: 64" x 78" Backing: 3 3/4 yard If not using the AccuQuilt GO! Drunkard's Path 7" Die, download 7" Finished Drunkard's Path Scrappy
- [The Holland Pouch - Easy Boxy Zipper Pouch Pattern](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-holland-pouch-easy-boxy-zipper-pouch-pattern/) - Meet The Holland Pouch! I created The Holland Pouch pattern because I wanted a go-to quilted pouch pattern that was simple and fast: something that a even beginner could feel confident making. My requirements were: no bias binding, finished edges inside, and only straight line sewing (no curved seams). The Holland Pouch pattern meets
- [Free Christmas Tree Table Runner Tutorial in Riley Blake Basics](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/free-christmas-tree-table-runner-tutorial-in-riley-blake-basics/) - Have you checked out my free Christmas Tree Table Runner tutorial yet? A couple weeks ago I had an idea for a fun multi-directional Christmas Tree block and knew it would be perfect for a table runner since there are right-side-up trees when looking at it from either side. After all, we want to enjoy
- [Christmas Tree Table Runner Tutorial](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/christmas-tree-table-runner-tutorial/) - Finished Table Runner Size: 64" x 12" All seams are 1/4" Width of fabric is abbreviated as WOF and is assumed to be 42" A PDF Coloring Page is available as a download at the end of this tutorial Materials Needed: Christmas Trees: (12) 2 1/2" x WOF strips (one for each tree) Border: 1/3
- [Tablet Sleeve Tutorial](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/laptop-sleeve-tutorial/) - 1 FQ for the lining (light aqua in this tutorial) 1 FQ for the binding (black and white stripes in this tutorial) 20" x 20" piece of Soft and Stable or batting 16" or longer zipper For a 7" x 10" iPad, cut a main panel piece (outside fabric), Soft and Stable (or batting), and
- [Quilted Zipper Pouches with Heartsong Fabric from Riley Blake Designs](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/quilted-zipper-pouches-with-heartsong-fabric-from-riley-blake-designs/) - As I get more and more comfortable with zippers and bag making, it's been fun to experiment and make my own designs. This gorgeous floral from the upcoming Heartsong fabric line from Riley Blake was just begging to be made into a pouch, so I combined it with a zippered pouch pattern I've been working
- [Scrappy Irish Chain Quilt Featuring Hush Hush Fabric](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/scrappyirishchain/) - It must be the season of the Irish Chain Quilts because this is quilt number two that I've finished in as many months (plus I have one more Irish Chain in the works)! There's just something classic and timeless about an Irish Chain design, right? The Irish Chain quilt design has been around for over
- [Tips for Decorating with Quilts and Other Textiles](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/tips-for-decorating-with-quilts-and-other-textiles/) - I was recently featured in a Redfin article sharing some of my favorite ways to decorate with quilts and wanted to share the article with you. There are a lot of great tips on how to use the projects you make and love to add warmth and comfort to your home. You can find the
- [Double Irish Chain Quilt with Link to Free Pattern](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/double-irish-chain-quilt-with-link-to-free-pattern/) - Two color quilts have always been a favorite of mine. They are timeless and classic and really let the pattern shine. This summer, I decided to try a two color quilt with a pattern I've never made before: a Double Irish Chain. Amber from Gigi's Thimble has a wonderful (and free!) pattern for a Double
- [The Sock Quilt - Free Printable Coloring Page](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-sock-quilt-free-printable-coloring-page/) - We're down to a little more than a week before The Sock Quilt Sew Along starts and I wanted to share a fun freebie--a printable coloring page plus schedule! Print out the schedule to follow along with each week's tasks and color in the socks as you complete the blocks. Because who isn't motivated
- [The Sock Quilt--New Pattern + Sew Along](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-sock-quilt/) - You can find The Sock Quilt as a digital download in my Etsy shop HERE. The pattern is all traditionally pieced (no paper piecing or templates) and has color illustrations to walk you through every step of the process. And if you want to get going right away on making your own sock quilt, please
- [Riley Blake Destinations Alaska Quilt](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/riley-blake-destinations-alaska-quilt/) - Some of you may already know that my family moved to Alaska last summer. It's been a fun and crazy adventure and we are loving our time living in such a unique location. So, it will be no surprise that when I saw that Riley Blake was releasing a new Destinations line for Alaska, I
- [Steadfast Quilt from Season to Taste by Jessica Dayon](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/steadfast-quilt-from-season-to-taste-by-jessica-dayon/) - I was honored when Jessica Dayon asked me to participate in the blog tour for her book Season to Taste. I've been friends with Jessica for a couple years and she is not only an amazing quilt designer, but a generous and beautiful individual. Her book, Season to Taste, includes twelve different patterns, three for
- [Bloom and Grow Zip It Up Case](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/bloom-and-grow-zip-it-up-case/) - When I recently saw the gorgeous prints of the new Bloom and Grow line by Simple Simon and Co. from Riley Blake, I knew those pretty designs needed to be turned into a fun bag as soon as possible! I wanted a bag pattern that would showcase the large florals and the By Annie Zip
- [Scrappy Hearts Quilt](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/scrappy-hearts-quilt/) - It's been a minute or two since I finished a quilt top (more like six months, actually) and this was the perfect project to get back into the swing of things! The quilt pattern is Scrappy Hearts from the book Playful Precut Quilts by Amanda Neiderhauser. When I originally flipped through the book trying to
- [Gobble Gobble Turkey Pillow](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/gobble-gobble-turkey-pillow/) - The Gobble Gobble Sew Along has officially come to an end and while I'm a bit sad it's over, at least I have my cute Mr. Gobble to lift my spirits. ;) It's been so fun to follow along with the #gobblesewalong hashtag over on instagram and I hope you've enjoyed making your own pillow
- [Gobble Gobble Turkey Pillow Quilting and Pillow Tips](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/gobble-gobble-turkey-pillow-quilting-and-pillow-tips/) - Here we are on the last week of the Gobble Gobble Sew Along! It's been so much fun to see all of your turkeys pieced together and this week we get to turn them into pillow covers. I have just a few items that might help as you get started on your pillow cover. The
- [Gobble Gobble Turkey Pillow Piecing Tips](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/gobble-gobble-turkey-pillow-piecing-tips/) - It's week 2 of the Gobble Gobble Sew Along and we're piecing our cute little turkey together this week! Today I'm sharing a few tips to keep in mind as you get sewing. Whenever I sew together tiny pieces, I like to press the seams open. Pressing the seams open helps reduce bulk
- [Gobble Gobble Turkey Pillow Cutting Tips](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/gobble-gobble-turkey-pillow-cutting-tips/) - Ready. Set. GO! It's officially the start of the Gobble Gobble Sew Along and I'm so excited to have quilters from around the world joining in! This week we are cutting out our fabric. If you're still waiting on fabric to arrive in the mail, don't worry! The cutting goes super fast and you'll be
- [Gobble Gobble Turkey Pillow Fabric Tips](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/gobble-gobble-turkey-pillow-fabric-tips/) - Before we get started on the Gobble Gobble Sew Along (get the pattern HERE and you can sign up for the sew along HERE), I wanted to chat briefly about the fabric requirements--particularly for the front of the pillow. The fabric requirements for the turkey direct you to get 1/4 yard total of assorted orange
- [Best of Moda Bake Shop Book Pillow Pattern + Free Hand Embroidery Pattern](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/best-of-moda-bake-shop-book-pillow-pattern-free-hand-embroidery-pattern/) - Do you remember my Vintage Checkerboard quilt pattern from the Best of Moda Bake Shop book? It's a quick pattern that uses precut jelly roll (2.5") strips and finishes at 72" x 84". You can find the full instructions in the book along with fifteen other fun precut friendly patterns. The designers of the other
- [Gobble Gobble Sew Along](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/gobble-gobble-sew-along/) - Are you ready for fall yet? Although I've been enjoying summer, I am always up for some fall sewing! The first thing on my list for fall sewing is my new Gobble Gobble Turkey Pillow Cover! This cute turkey pillow was featured in the Fall 2019 issue of Quilts & More and I'm so
- [The Best of Moda Bake Shop Book](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/the-best-of-moda-bake-shop-book/) - The Best of Moda Bake Shop book is here and I'm honored to have one of my quilts included! The book has fifteen precut-friendly projects, each by a different quilt pattern designer. There's a wide variety of projects and definitely something for everyone! The cover quilt uses two charm packs (5" squares) and was
- [Product Review: RBD Misting Spray Bottle](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/product-review-rbd-misting-spray-bottle/) - I've been into bag making recently and the process seems to work really well with my current day-to-day schedule. I can do one step, go help the kids with schoolwork, do another step, get dinner ready, etc. Each little step feels like a lot of progress and before I know it, I have a whole
- [Noah's Ark Baby Quilt](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/noahs-ark-baby-quilt/) - Baby quilts have always been a favorite of mine to make. They are fast to finish and a great way to feel productive. :) Lately, I've been loving the cute panels from Riley Blake Designs. For this baby quilt, I used the new Noah's Ark panel with just one yard of a coordinating print
- [Windy Day Pinwheel Quilt](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/windy-day-pinwheel-quilt/) - Pinwheel quilts hold a special place in my heart. One summer when I was a teenager, I asked my mom if she'd teach me how to make a quilt. I looked through her quilt books and fell in love with the pinwheel block. After picking out some 30s reproduction prints, I made my first ever
- [Jumbo Buffalo Plaid Quilt - Easy Tutorial](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/jumbo-buffalo-plaid-quilt-easy-tutorial/) - Gray: 2 1/4 yard White: 1 yard Backing: 4 yards (with a vertical seam in the backing) Binding: 1/2 yard The fabric I used for the quilt top is Confetti Cotton solids in Black, Riley Gray, and Riley White from Riley Blake Designs. Cutting instructions: Black: cut (5) 10" x WOF strips. Subcut into (20)
- [Quilty Cupid Love Letter](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/quilty-cupid-love-letter/) - Ode to a Nine Patch Block Roses Are Red Violets Are Blue I love a nine patch And I hope you do, too! Nine patches are such a classic quilt block. They are no fuss, simple, predictable, but oh so versatile and fun! So when Amanda from Broadcloth Studio had the genius idea to do
- [Rainbow Kaleidoscope with Riley Blake Texture](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/rainbow-kaleidoscope-with-riley-blake-texture/) - I can never get enough of a good rainbow gradient--so cheerful and always puts a smile on my face! When I saw that Sandy Gervais was putting out a fun new basic line called Texture with Riley Blake, I knew the vibrant colors would be perfect for my new Kaleidoscope FPP pattern. I started off
- [Ombre Blossom Baby Quilt + Easy Tutorial](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/ombre-baby-quilt-with-blossom-fabric/) - Are you ready for the easiest ever baby quilt? Meet the Ombre Blossom quilt! You better get your iron turned on and warmed up now because you'll have the quilt top together before it has time to heat up all the way! ;) The Ombre Blossom quilt top takes just four half yard cuts of
- [Riley Blake Milk & Honey Blog Tour](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/riley-blake-milk-honey-blog-tour/) - One of my favorite fabric designers is Elea Lutz. Elea has such sweet designs; combining charming florals and cute little animals to create irresistible fabric collections. I'm always eager to see what she's working on and I'm excited to join in the blog tour of her latest collection with Riley Blake Designs, Milk &
- [Farmhouse Christmas Quilt - Merry and Bright Version](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/farmhouse-christmas-quilt-merry-and-bright-version/) - Since Thanksgiving I've been on a mission to finish some of the quilt tops I have been working on. The first quilt on my list was this fun Farmhouse Christmas quilt in a colorful, cheery colorway (I called it my Merry and Bright Farmhouse Christmas quilt). The photo above is what it looked like at
- [Five Things I Love About My Cricut Air 2](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/five-things-i-love-about-my-cricut-air-2/) - This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. I've owned my Cricut Explore Air 2 machine for a couple months now and have loved having it around! Since I wasn't too familiar with Cricut machines or their capabilities before owning one myself, today
- [Knit Blooms & Bobbins Dress](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/knit-blooms-bobbins-dress/) - About ten years ago I found the blog Lil Blue Boo. I was extremely inspired by everything that Ashley shared there, but was particularly enthralled by the knit clothes she made. Around that same time, a sweet neighbor gave me a serger that she never got around to using, and I knew it must be
- [In the Forest Easy Hexagon Quilt](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/in-the-forest-easy-hexagon-quilt/) - Finding cute boy prints isn't the easiest task, so when I saw the new In the Forest fabric line from Riley Blake Designs with its darling woodland creatures, I knew I had to snag some up for a boy quilt! I wanted a modern quilt design, and thought the prints would look great in a
- [Farmhouse Christmas Pillow with Swiss Dots](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/farmhouse-christmas-pillow-with-swiss-dots/) - If you've ever been over to my Etsy shop, you'll know that I have several patterns where instead of using plaid fabric, the plaid sections are all patchwork pieced. It's a great way to get a perfectly aligned plaid section in the shape and color you want! You just choose a dark, medium, and light/low
- [DIY Quilty Holiday Shirt](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/diy-quilty-holiday-shirt/) - This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. It's almost Christmas time and I've been wanting to create a festive t-shirt that also subtly shows my love for quilting. Enter my Cricut machine. There are so many iron on color and design options, but
- [Matilda Library Book Bag](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/matilda-library-book-bag/) - Anyone else a big fan of Roald Dahl's books? When I saw that Riley Blake was releasing a line of fabric from his book Matilda, I knew just what I had to make with it--a library book bag! We're always trying to juggle a huge pile of books in our arms as we make
- [Give Thanks Quilted Pillow with Everyday Iron-on Vinyl](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/give-thanks-quilted-pillow-with-everyday-iron-on-vinyl/) - This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. When I received my Cricut Explore Air 2, one of the things I was most excited about trying was vinyl! I've made projects with vinyl, but have never cut my own vinyl (I've always used
- [Tiny House Quilt Block](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/tiny-house/) - I've added a new tiny foundation paper pieced pattern to my collection! Tiny House was created a little by accident—I was actually making a different design and suddenly had the idea to do a super tiny house with a little flower box outside the window. Tiny House is very beginner friendly (the pattern only has
- [Halloween Bats with the Cricut Explore Air 2](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/halloween-bats-with-the-cricut-explore-air-2/) - This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. Almost exactly ten years ago, I purchased a Cricut Expression on Black Friday. I used it for a couple years to add some flair to my scrapbook pages and birthday invitations. I loved having it for
- [Wool Hexagon Pincushion](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/wool-hexagon-pincushion/) - Every month, Aurifil gives a challenge to their Aurifil Artisans. This month, we were challenged to use Aurifloss or 12 wt Aurifil thread on a project. I use 50 wt Aurifil thread pretty much every time I sew, but am much less familiar with the thicker Aurifil options, so I was excited to gain a
- [Pumpkin Patch Foundation Paper Pieced Block + Free Pattern](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/pumpkin-patch-foundation-paper-pieced-block-free-pattern/) - We made it to the last week of the #fallingforfpp sew along on Instagram. I've had such a fun time seeing everyone's blocks and hearing from quilters who have tried foundation paper piecing for the first time! For the final week of September, I have one more free FPP block to share: Pumpkin Patch! This
- [Mod Log Cabin Foundation Paper Piecing Quilt Block + Free Pattern](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/mod-log-cabin-foundation-paper-piecing-quilt-block-free-pattern/) - It's week three in the #fallingforfpp sew along over on Instagram and I have another free foundation paper piecing pattern for you! The Mod Log Cabin quilt block pattern is beginner friendly and was designed with fussy cutting in mind--the on-point square in the middle is perfect for a focal print that you want to
- [How to change the size of foundation paper pieced patterns](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/how-to-change-the-size-of-foundation-paper-pieced-patterns/) - So you have a foundation paper pieced (FPP) pattern that you love, but it’s just not the right size for your project? Never fear–I’m going to give you all the info on how to adjust the size (shrink OR enlarge) your foundation paper pieced patterns so you can customize it to fit whatever project you’re
- [Simple Plus Quilt](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/simple-plus-quilt/) - Sometimes you find a print that is so incredibly awesome that you have no choice but to design an entire quilt around it. This black astrophysics print is from the NASA Apollo 11 line by Riley Blake Designs and when I saw it, I knew I needed a quilt centered around this fun graphic fabric.
- [Foundation Paper Piecing Sew Along + Free Heart Block Pattern](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/foundation-paper-piecing-sew-along-free-heart-block-pattern/) - Have you tried foundation paper piecing (FPP) before? It's such a fun method for piecing blocks that results in super accurate seams (and we all love accurate seams, right?). I also love that you can easily get angles and shapes that would be hard with traditional piecing. I absolutely love doing FPP projects
- [Minimalist Trees Free Foundation Paper Piecing Pattern](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/minimalist-trees-free-foundation-paper-piecing-pattern/) - It's been so much fun to see everyone who has been participating in the #fallingforfpp sew along over on instagram! I've seen a lot of Simple Heart FPP blocks--if you haven't picked up that free pattern, head on over to the blog post HERE and download it! Today, I'm sharing a new foundation paper piecing
- [Rainy Day Sewing Book Tour](https://www.centerstreetquilts.com/rainy-day-sewing-book-tour/) - Welcome to my stop on the Rainy Day Sewing Book Tour! Rainy Day Sewing is the darling new book from Amy Sinibaldi and Kristyne Czepuryk. The book includes full instructions and colored graphics for a delightful range of objects: quilts, softie dolls, pouches, totes, and more. The photos are inspiring and the projects are full

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