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Download this free printable quilt project planner
Now that the holidays are approaching, I have a little Christmas present for you guys. In this blog post you will find a printable quilt planner that you can use to look forward to upcoming quilting projects in the new year. There's also Block 50 in our Blockheads Quilt Along hosted by Laurie Simpson this week.
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Sheridan Tote Bag - Free sewing pattern by Svetlana Sotak featuring fabrics from the QUOTATION line by Zen Chic
This week we're sharing a free pattern for a modern, minimalist tote bag designed by Svetlana Sotak. I thought it would look great with some of my fabrics from the Quotation line, don't you think? We also continue with Block 49 in our Moda Blockheads QAL, hosted by Lissa Alexander. As in the last few weeks, Moda is giving away a layer cake from the designer of the week. So join our Facebook group for a chance to win!
Modena - PDF quilt pattern for a cozy lap size quilt by Zen Chic.
Do you already know Moda’s Basics of the Month? It’s a monthly collection of a dozen fabrics that play well together, and I’m the host for December. So check out the fabrics I picked from my Spotted Blender and the More Paper collections, as well as a beginner-friendly pattern that shows this fabric selection in the best light.
And for everyone who is eagerly waiting for the next block in our Blockheads 3 Quilt Along, we present Lisa Bongean's Block Purpose.
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This week I’m very excited to be the host for Moda’s Blockheads Quilt Along. In this post, you’ll find the instructions for my block “WHERE TO GO” as well as two ideas for nice little sewing projects based on this block next to our sampler quilt. In addition, Moda is generously giving away a Layer Cake from my brand-new line Quotation and we will have a huge pattern sale this weekend starting on Friday, December 4, 2020. Don’t miss it!
Get to know two modern quilt patterns of Zen Chic: PRISM and PLAY A CARD. This tutorial demonstrates the foundation paper piecing method for making the PRISM...
Last week we presented our new collection “Quotation”, which is the sequel of our cult series “Comma”. Today we’re going to introduce two modern quilt patterns featuring our new Quotation fabrics. We are also continuing our Moda Blockheads series with block 46 hosted by Jan Patek, and you can win another of Moda’s Layer Cake Giveaways.
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Here it is: We reveal our newest collection “Quotation”, the sequel of our cult status collection “Comma”. It features the same colors like its popular prequel from 2012 and also the iconic asterisk print. Check out this post to find out everything about the inspiration behind this collection and the 2020 updates to this fabric line.
We'll also continue with Block 45 in our Blockheads Quilt Along and you can take part in yet another Layer Cake Giveaway from Moda!
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DIY handbag sewn from Mochi Linen by Zen Chic, bag pattern FUEHLINGSLIEBE und sample by Unikati
Here are some gorgeous linen handbags perfect for an evening out, a day on the town or just about anywhere. And it’s time to reveal my alternative block for Moda Blockheads this week!
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Make your own home decor pillows with a simple and easy envelope closure with Zen Chic’s beginner-friendly video how-to.
Here we go with another beginner-friendly video tutorial on how to make a simple, easy envelope closure for pillows! And this week brings us another free block design for Moda Blockheads 2020 from Betsy Chutchian, Basket Collector.
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A beautiful and festive way to decorate your table this holiday season with Zen Chic’s table runner pattern and framed panels from the Mochi Linen collection.
Here’s a beautiful way to decorate your table this holiday season with the versatile, neutral colors and festive prints of Chill and the fun framed holiday Mochi Linen panels. And this week brings us a sweet block for Moda Blockheads 2020 from Sherri McConnell – Love at Home!
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Have fun with your left over scraps with these hand quilted placemats and a free tutorial featured by Zen Chic.
Here’s fun way to make excellent use of those scraps we all have laying around just begging to be put to good use – hand quilted placemats! And here’s this week’s block for Blockheads 2020, Ring Around by Corey Yoder.
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Sew this modern improvisational scrap pillow with a free video tutorial from Zen Chic.
The people have spoken! Here’s Zen Chic’s first video in response to the survey we sent out recently – a modern project using scraps that can be done on a weekend! And here comes Block 28 from Joanna Figuroa, Broken Dishes.
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The free Splashdown quilt pattern by Christina Cameli featuring the CHILL fabric collection from Zen Chic.
Explore a fun, free pattern for the Splashdown quilt by Christina Cameli featuring the Chill collection and catch Block 27 from Jen Kingwell for Moda Blockheads 2020!
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Sew this mini quilt using a fun and easy free pattern from Zen Chic.
Let’s celebrate my newest fabric line CHILL hitting stores with a fun, free pattern and a huge pattern discount sale this weekend!
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This tunic is just one way to sew the Geranium dress pattern from Made by Rae featured by Zen Chic.
Here are two possibilities of many with the sweet Geranium dress pattern… And oh, that adorable model! And here comes this week’s block for Moda Blockheads 2020, Block 21 XOXO from Lissa Alexander.
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Sew this quick and easy tissue pouch with a free pattern and Zen Chic’s Breeze collection.
Sew a unique tissue pouch quickly and easily with this free pattern – and have fun making it your own with stylish embellishments! And here comes Block 20 for Moda Blockheads 2020, Contribution by Lisa Bongean.
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Block 19 – Compass Point from Zen Chic for Moda Blockheads 2020 year-long quilt along.
This week it’s my turn to share my block design for Blockheads 2020! Come take a look at Compass Point and be inspired with a few different ways you can use this fun and versatile block.
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An alternative Block 18 from Zen Chic with a contemporary flair for Moda Blockheads 2020 year-long quilt-along.
Here’s an alternative Block 18 for our Moda Blockheads 2020 year-long quilt-along, for those of you with a more contemporary style like mine!
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Bring charm and fun into your kitchen space with this round quilted potholder made with a free pattern featured on the Zen Chic blog.
Bring a delightful accent to your kitchen with this round potholder… And catch this week’s block, Bird and Urne, from Jan Patek for Blockheads 2020!
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Visit my home and studio as I share fabrics, patterns, and finished products based on my Chill Collection.
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This stylish little pouch created with a free pattern and fabric from Zen Chic’s Mochi Linen series is perfect for any number of keepsakes.
What treasures will you keep in this stylish little pouch? And here comes this week’s block for Blockheads 2020, Block 17 – Crossroads by Betsy Chutchian!
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