Scraps to Sophistication: Zen Chic's Guide to Modernizing the Classic Log Cabin Quilt Block

May 31, 2023 Brigitte Heitland

Behold this Zen Chic sensation: a Modern Quilt graced with an improvisational twist on the classic Log Cabin Block! 🎊👏 Want to whip up your own quilted wonder? We've got you covered! Our step-by-step tutorial on the blog will guide you from scraps to a symphony, giving your beloved fabric remnants a chic new life. This quilt is the perfect illustration of the exciting world of modern quilting, where the timeless charm of the Log Cabin block dances in harmony with Zen Chic's contemporary edge. Get ready to infuse your craft with a dose of modern elegance and create your very own textile masterpiece! Join us on this thrilling quilting journey! #ZenChic #ModernQuilt #LogCabinRevolution #DIYQuiltTutorial

Get ready, stylish quilters! Dive into our Stash Busting Challenge as we transform those lazy fabric scraps into a chic, modern Log Cabin quilt block. Embrace Zen Chic style with this sassy guide and make your quilting game stronger than ever. Join us on this vibrant, improvisational quilting adventure!

Master the Art of Stash-Busting with a Monochrome, Zen Chic-Inspired Quilt Challenge

May 24, 2023 Brigitte Heitland

Experience the enchantment of minimalism with this 'Hint of Luster' quilt by Zen Chic. Created from a kaleidoscope of monochromatic scraps, it's the perfect inspiration for our stash-busting challenge. Click through for a step-by-step guide on making your own modern, monochrome masterpiece. #ZenChic #MinimalistQuilt #StashBusting #MonochromeMagi

Dive into the world of minimalism and get your fabric stash in check with our sassy guide to creating a Zen Chic-style monochrome quilt. Unleash the power of one color family and master the art of modern quilting. Who knew decluttering could be this chic?

Chic Minimalist Scrap Quilting: Master Negative Space for Eye-Catching Quilts

May 17, 2023 Brigitte Heitland

Discover serenity in every stitch with our ON THE BALL minimalist Zen Chic quilt. Crafted from delicate thin scrappy strips against a calming white backdrop, this masterpiece exudes tranquility and elegance. Elevate your space with this harmonious blend of simplicity and sophistication, inviting a zen ambiance into your home. Embrace minimalist chic and experience the timeless beauty of ON THE BALL Find the pattern in my book ZEN CHIC INSPIRED.

Unleash your inner quilt diva with our sassy guide to minimalist scrap quilting! Learn how to use negative space for stunning, modern quilt designs that'll make even Zen Chic fans swoon.

5 Creative Ways to Use Up Your Smallest Scraps in Modern Quilting

May 11, 2023 Brigitte Heitland

Unleash your inner Zen Chic quilter with these 5 sassy, unique scrap fabric projects! Turn your tiny scraps into improv quilts, string piecing, pincushions, coasters, and trendy jewelry. Start creating now

Small Hand Bag, Big Style: Sewing the ORIGAMI Bag Pattern with THINK INK Fabrics

April 26, 2023 Brigitte Heitland

Create your own stylish small handbag with the ORIGAMI Bag Pattern by Zen Chic. This Japanese-inspired pattern features the gorgeous Think Ink fabric line and is reversible, making it the perfect DIY project for adding a touch of elegance to your wardrobe. With easy-to-follow instructions and templates included, you can sew your way to style and create a unique accessory that reflects your personal flair.

Get ready to sew your way to style with the ORIGAMI Bag Pattern by Zen Chic. This reversible small handbag is perfect for carrying your essentials and features the gorgeous Think Ink fabric line. Discover more about this Japanese-inspired pattern and get ready to create your own unique bag!

Make a Statement with the YOU DECIDE Bag Pattern and THINK INK Fabrics by Zen Chic

April 19, 2023 Brigitte Heitland

Craft your own style with the You Decide bag pattern by Zen Chic! Made from the stunning Think Ink fabric line, this reversible and large beach bag is perfect for a day at the beach, your groceries, or a shopping day. With the unique quote panel on the pocket reminding you that you have the power to choose your mood and outlook on life, you'll not only look stylish but also feel empowered. Get inspired and create a one-of-a-kind bag that tells your story!

Discover the new You Decide bag pattern by Zen Chic, made from the beautiful Think Ink fabric line. This DIY reversible and large beach bag features quote panels and is perfect for a day at the beach, for groceries, or for shopping. Get inspired and create your own style with this new bag pattern!

Get your creativity going with the THINK INK fabric collection from ZEN CHIC

April 12, 2023 Brigitte Heitland

Get inspired with the stunning fabrics and quote panels from Zen Chic's THINK INK collection! With bold and graphic prints on high-quality canvas fabric, these rolls are perfect for adding a touch of personality to any project. Plus, the inspiring motivational quotes on the panels will keep you motivated and positive throughout your creative journey. #ZenChic #THINKINK #CanvasFabric #MotivationalQuotes #SewingProjects #Quilting #DIYHomeDecor #FabricStash

Elevate your next project with Zen Chic's THINK INK fabric collection. Made of high-quality canvas fabric and featuring motivational quotes and gold accents, this collection is perfect for creating stunning bags, decor projects, and statement quilts.

Get Your Mitts on These: Sew Your Own Insanely Stylish Oven Gloves!

April 5, 2023 Brigitte Heitland

Who says oven mitts have to be boring? Spice up your kitchen game with these DIY oven mitts made with Zen Chic fabrics and sashiko stitching. Which one is your favorite? 🔥👨‍🍳👩‍🍳 #DIYovenmitts #kitchenhacks #ZenChicFabrics

Say goodbye to boring oven mitts and hello to chic style! Check out our ideas for DIY oven mitts with sashiko stitching.

Take Flight with Twisted Geese: A Fun Twist on the Classic Flying Geese Block

March 22, 2023 Brigitte Heitland

Take your quilting to new heights with TWISTED GEESE, a modern quilt pattern by Brigitte Heitland of Zen Chic. A modern twist on a classic favorite!

Discover the magic of the Twisted Geese quilt pattern! With its unique twist on the classic flying geese block and no-waste technique, this pattern is perfect for quilters of all levels. Learn more about this popular pattern and how to create your own masterpiece today!

Write On White - A Minimalist & Elegant Quilt

March 15, 2023 Brigitte Heitland

WRITE ON WHITE, a minimalist quilt reflects the light and creates an elegant and simple look that only a white quilt can achieve. The pattern, created by designer Brigitte Heitland, consists of a single line of fabric and easy-to-connect squares. It has nothing to it and is everything at the same time. This is minimalism at its best.

The minimalist quilt reflects the light and creates an elegant and simple look that only a white quilt can achieve. The pattern, created by designer Brigitte Heitland, consists of a single line of fabric and easy-to-connect squares. It has nothing to it and is everything at the same time. This is minimalism at its best.

What kind of quilt would a teenager like?

March 8, 2023 Brigitte Heitland

What kind of quilt would please a teenager?

Ah, the teenage years. They're an exciting time to be a parent! Your child is transitioning from being a child to becoming an adult and that means they need their own space in the household. This is when decisions are made about what kind of room your teenager needs and what kind of décor or theme they want in their own nest.

A quilt is a great way to help your teen express her individuality and personality. It's also a way for you to connect with the person that she is becoming.

A quilt can be used as a blanket, but it can also be used as decoration in her room or even on the wall. Check out our pattern ON THE PLUS SIDE, it has all ingredients a teenager would like.

Introducing FILIGREE, the Latest Collection from Zen Chic and a Matching Quilt Pattern CONTRASTING!

March 1, 2023 Brigitte Heitland

New modern quilt fabric collection FILIGREE by Zen Chic

If you’re looking for a new quilting project, then look no further than the newest collection from Zen Chic—FILIGREE! This stunning fabric line offers contemporary, graphic, minimalist prints in modern colors - black, white, saffron, greys, and stone - and comes with four matching quilt patterns. One of them, called CONTRASTING, is featured here. Let’s take a closer look at what this fabric collection has to offer.

Fatquartershop Sewcialites Block 9: New Plus Old

December 30, 2022 Brigitte Heitland

Sewcialites 2022 Sampler Block 9 by Zen Chic: New Plus Old. The free sampler project is hosted at Fatquartershop

As the designer of Zen Chic, I represent the modern area of quilting. But I also highly regard the experience and history that goes into our centuries-old quilting tradition. So for this sampler project, I wanted to contribute a block that would look wonderful in both a modern and traditional quilt.

Lerne Patchwork auf die einfache Art und Weise mit diesem Skillshare Kurs in Deutsch

November 30, 2022 Brigitte Heitland

Wollten Sie schon immer mit dem Patchwork-Quilten beginnen? Sind Sie bereits Anfängerin und hätten gerne ein paar Expertentipps für den Weg, den Sie eingeschlagen haben? Wenn ja, habe ich den perfekten Kurs für Sie. Ich bringe Ihnen alles bei, was Sie wissen müssen, um Ihre ersten Projekte anzufertigen und wie Sie sie zusammensetzen können. Üben Sie Ihre Fähigkeiten, indem Sie mit mir ein Eye-catcher Kissen anfertigen, und lernen Sie einige Quilting-Tipps, wie Sie die Oberfläche Ihrer Arbeit verschönern können!

Cute Christmas Stockings with Free Pattern and Tutorial

November 2, 2022 Brigitte Heitland

Make this cute Christmas Stocking using the Frisky collection by Zen Chic, to hang on your mantel or to decorate your Christmas dining table.

Let’s create a couple of little Christmas Stockings as placeholders at the Christmas dining table. In this blog post, there’s a free tutorial for you with a downloadable and printable template. Don’t worry, it’s an easy project you can do on a weekend or when you have some free time in the evening.

Learn Patchwork The Easy Way And Get Your Fingers Itching With This Skillshare Class

September 29, 2022 Brigitte Heitland

Take my class to learn how to sew a patchwork pillow

Have you ever wanted to get into patchwork quilting? Are you already a beginner and would love to have some expert tips on the journey you started? If so, I have the perfect class for you. I'll teach you everything you need to know to make your first projects and how to put them together. Practice your skills by making a striking pillow with me, as well as learning some quilting tips on enhancing the surface of your work!

3 Methods for Sewing a Professional Binding and Pluses Quilt Along Week 6

September 14, 2022 Brigitte Heitland

Our 3 best methods for binding your quilt professionally. Watch the video and learn how binding a quilt can easily be done and look beautifully.

Binding a quilt is the final step in completing your project. It helps finish off a quilt nicely, but it can also be tricky to get right. If you're not sure how to sew the binding onto a quilt, don't worry! There are several different methods that will help you end up with professional results. In this blog post, we'll break down three different ways for sewing binding onto your projects so that you can choose what works best for your next project!

DIY round pincushion and Pluses Quilt Along Week 5

September 7, 2022 Brigitte Heitland

This pincushion is so sweet and easy to make! It's just the right size for your sewing pins, and the covered button makes it extra cute. Plus, this project only takes a few minutes and you'll have scraps left over. Get a free tutorial with paper templates, Frisky Fabrics by Zen Chic

10 Easy steps to Sew a Headband and Pluses Quilt Along Week 4

August 31, 2022 Brigitte Heitland

Grab some scraps, a needle and thread and make one of these cute headbands for yourself or for a gift for someone special.

It's the perfect project to whip up during your downtime this weekend. It's also a great way to use up those fabric scraps. And it fits every size, so you can make a bunch as a surprise gift for your daughter, granddaughter, niece - DIY Headband

MODERN BUILDING BLOCKS by Brigitte Heitland | A Book Review for Quilters

July 6, 2022 Brigitte Heitland

It HAS arrived!!! The new book of Brigitte Heitland "Modern Building Blocks” with 6 Quilt Projects is now available! Some time ago, I announced the upcoming publication of this book to you. And now, a few months later, the encyclopedia of 40 modern quilt blocks has arrived and is available in English as well as in French.

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