Blockheads 2018 - Block 48

March 13, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

Block 48 of our Moda Blockheads quilt along is another beautiful floral appliqué block. It is called Ann Arbor and is hosted by Laurie Simpson.

On a Roll - A book review

March 12, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

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Martingale has a new MODA ALL STARS compilation book out: Get a sneak peek on the beautiful quilts (Psst: I was also invited to contribute with a quilt, made a bright Pinapple Classic)

Book review - Millefiori Quilts 3 Willyne Hammerstein

March 11, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

Learn about Willyne Hammerstein’s third volume of intricate millefiori quilts, containing 18 projects for English Paper Piecing

Blockheads 2018 - Block 47

March 6, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

Block 47 of Moda Blockheads is more an unusual kind of block for me: folk art appliqué. It is called Bird and Basket and hosted by Jan Patek

Hour Glass and Flying Geese - Block 9 of the Zen Chic BOM 2018

March 1, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

So many different colors you can bring into one single block: Number 9 with hour glass and flying geese units is simple and classy.

Blockheads 2018 - Block 46

February 27, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

Small and nice - block 46 of our mutual Blockheads Sew Along. It is called On Point Star and presented by Stacy Iest Hsu.

Blockheads 2018 - Block 45

February 20, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

We come closer and closer to the end, this week with block 45. It is called 12 crowns and a really time consuming one, I can tell. But oh so worth it. The host for this week is Betsy Cutchian.

Kites and Flying Geese - Block 8 of the Zen Chic BOM 2018

February 15, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

Kites, Flying Geese and a Square-in-a-Square-Unit: A fun block is waiting for you to tackle it: block 8 of the Zen Chic BOM sew along.

Blockheads 2018 - Block 44

February 13, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

We continue with our Moda blockheads 2018 free quilt along project with Block 44. The block is called Candy Striper and goes quickly together. I enjoyed the simplicity of this sewing task. Our host for this week is Vanessa Goertzen from Lella Boutique.

Blockheads 2018 - Block 43

February 6, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

We continue with our Moda blockheads 2018 free quilt along project with Block 43. This week I am your host. Our block is named Mosaic, a simple and elegant 6” block that can be interpreted in many different ways, e.g. using fussy cuts for the center, whatever fits your style!

Play with all kinds of sewn triangles - Block 7 of the Zen Chic BOM 2018

February 1, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

Playing with all kind of triangles units: half-square-triangles, half-hourglass-units and square-in-a-square-units: improve your skills with block 7 of the Zen Chic BOM sew along.

Blockheads 2018 - Block 42

January 30, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

We continue with our Moda blockheads 2018 free quilt along project with Block 42 hosted by Moda’s talented Carrie Nelson. Her block, named Around the Corner, is a simple to sew 12” block that can be interpreted in many different for example fussy cut as a midpoint, whatever you like.

Fat Quarter friendly quilt pattern: X & + by Zen Chic and Blockheads Block 41, Bella Spinners

January 23, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

Check out our fourth quilt pattern, X & +, from my brand-new fabric line DAY IN PARIS, arriving in stores by April 2019.

And get your hands on block 41 of our Blockheads project: Bella Spinners, hosted by Barb and Mary from Me and My Sister designs.

Easy piecing is a big plus - Block 6 of the Zen Chic BOM 2018

January 18, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

Have fun with simple straight line piecing: Block 6 of our Zen Chic BOM 2018 Sew-Along is built around a striking big plus sign in the center that is easy to sew and emphasizes the effect of color blocking with fresh bright colors.

How to apply circular patches in a playful quilt pattern: BOWLS by Zen Chic and Blockheads Block 40, Ribbon Star

January 16, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

Check out the third quilt pattern, BOWLS, from my brand-new fabric line DAY IN PARIS, arriving in stores by April 2019.

It’s a playful design using the full palette of fresh spring colors from my newest collection: Just perfect to get over the winter blues!

Easy to sew modern star block quilt and Block 39, Bordered Granny

January 9, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

See my modern interpretation of an easy to sew traditional star block design: Zen Chic quilt pattern FADED. It is made from fabrics of my new brand-new collection DAY IN PARIS, arriving in stores by April 2019.

Tutorial on how to sew a compass block - Block 5 of the Zen Chic BOM 2018

January 4, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

Block 5 of our Zen Chic BOM 2018 Sew-Along is more challenging: We sew a compass block with foundation paper piecing, curved seams and hand appliqué. It’s actually a skill builder block. But no worries, with the detailed tutorial on how to sew the pieced ring you can manage this modern and fresh block.

How to sew a stylish lettered improvisational quilt and Block 38, Anchor Point

January 2, 2019 Brigitte Heitland

Are you in the mood for a stylish improvisational quilt that only needs one Layer Cake and some yardage for the background? Try my new quilt pattern LET’S FLY!

Blockheads 2018 - Block 37

December 26, 2018 Brigitte Heitland

We wish you a merry Christmas and hope you enjoy the holidays by sewing along with us in our Moda blockheads 2018 project! This week we move on with Block 37 hosted by Sherri McConnell. It’s a more time consuming 18 " square block, just perfect to immerse yourself in extensive sewing fun.

Implementing modern elements into a classical block design - Our Zen Chic BOM block 4

December 21, 2018 Brigitte Heitland

Block 4 of our Zen Chic BOM 2018 Sew-Along is an exciting mix of modern graphic elements implemented in a classical geometric block design. The arrows represent an element of our everyday life, inspired by impressions from the airport, internet or smart phone. They are made from traditional flying geese units for which you can find some useful sewing tips here in my blog.