Granny's Sewing Room Fabric Tour

Greetings, friends—happy Thursday!

I’m absolutely delighted to welcome you to my stop on the Poppie Cotton Granny's Sewing Room Fabric Tour! Thank you so much for dropping by—it's always a treat to visit with you.

Today, I’m thrilled to share the special pieces I created using the brand-new Granny's Sewing Room Collection by Sheri McCulley for Poppie Cotton. The moment I received these vintage inspired sewing prints, I couldn’t wait to put on my quilt designer hat and dive in! 

About the Collection:

This darling collection—shipping to quilt shops this month—is bursting with charm. You’ll find sweet motifs like strawberries, blossoms, daisies, tulips, bluebirds, buttons, sewing machines, mannequins and sewing notions—all wrapped in a delightful palette of pinks, teals, yellows and white. It’s vintage sewing style in fabric form, and I had the best time bringing these prints to life!

✨ Project 1: Sew Happy Quilt

First up is my original Sew Happy Mini Quilt - I didn't use a pattern, just made it up as I went along, creating happy blocks and sewing them together. It measures 30.5” W x 30.5” H  and features:

• Machine appliqué quilt blocks
• Foundation pieced quilt blocks
• Country Confetti background fabrics
• Jailhouse Stripes binding
• ¼” button for cottage doorknob.

This small quilt is perfect for hanging in my sewing room and showcases some of my favorite things.

✨ Project 2: Sewing Roll with Strawberry Pincushion

I am so excited to share this sweet sewing roll and strawberry pincushion. There are no patterns for these—again, I made them up as I went along. 

• The Sewing Roll is 6” x 17” when open. 
• Three pockets (the bottom pocket is gusseted).
• Wool Blend Felt from Benzie Design for needles and pins.
• Tied with Hand-dyed Rayon Ribbon from Lady Dot Creates
• My own design, no pattern. 
  
  
• The matching strawberry pincushion is made with Wool Blend Felt from Benzie Design.
• Strawberry is die cut from Felt Berry Blossom by Nichol Spohr for Spellbinders
• Hand stitched together with DMC embroidery floss. 
• ¼” button for center of the blossom. 
• Decorative pins shown are from Puntini Puntini.

✨ Project 3:  Strip-pieced Large Project Bag

Last but not least, I sewed up a large strip-pieced project bag (again, no pattern, just my creativity). 

• Showcases each fabric print in this collection.
• Lining is Country Confetti.
• White zipper pull. 
• Again, my own design, no pattern.

Which project was your favorite? I’d love to hear what you’re inspired to make! 

I hope this stop on the Granny's Sewing Room Fabric Tour has sparked your creativity. Be sure to check out the Poppie Cotton Blog and follow them on social media for even more inspiration using this delightful collection.

If you’ve fallen in love with Granny's Sewing Room like I have, don’t forget to ask for it at your favorite quilt shop—it’s shipping now...

And there’s more fun ahead! Stop back next Tuesday, August 19th for my next Poppie Cotton Fabric Tour featuring Lakehouse Blues. Also, mark your calendars on Monday, August 18th for a brand-new project tutorial on the Therm O Web Blog. Plus, Monday September 1st, I will have another collaboration tutorial with Benzie Design and Therm O Web kicking off a full week of Fall Craft Fair Projects. 

Thanks again for visiting—I can’t wait to share what’s next. Until then, happy stitching!

Rosy Cheeks Fabric Tour

Hello, friends—happy Monday!

I’m absolutely delighted to welcome you to my stop on the Poppie Cotton Rosy Cheeks Fabric Tour! Thank you so much for dropping by—it's always a treat to connect with you.

Today, I’m thrilled to share the special pieces I created using the brand-new Rosy Cheeks Collection by Lori Woods for Poppie Cotton. The moment I laid eyes on these cheerful prints, I couldn’t wait to put on my quilt designer hat and dive in! 

About the Collection

This darling collection—shipping to quilt shops this month—is bursting with charm. You’ll find sweet motifs like strawberries, chickens, flower bouquets, bows, teacups, roses, bunnies, and polka dots—all wrapped in a delightful palette of pinks, reds, blues, yellows, greens, and white. It’s sunshine and happiness in fabric form, and I had the best time bringing these prints to life!

✨ Project 1: Mini-Medi Tote Bag

First up is my Mini-Medi Tote Bag, a favorite pattern of my own design and the perfect everyday carryall. It measures 12.5” W x 12” H x 3" D (plus handles with a 5.5" drop) and features:

• Two rounded exterior pockets
• Two large interior pockets
• Roomy design made from just one charm pack and one yard of fabric

This pattern is ideal for showcasing small motifs and intricate details, and the Country Confetti Cotton Candy Dark Pink lining and handles add the perfect pop of color. The instructions are thorough and beginner-friendly, making it a great project for all skill levels.

🧵 Paper Pattern: https://blueribbondesigns.etsy.com/listing/1743026780

🧵 Digital Pattern: https://blueribbondesigns.etsy.com/listing/1743028230

✨ Project 2: Coordinating Project Bags

Of course, my tote needed some matching project bags (no patterns for these - just playing around in my studio)! I created two:

• Large Bag: 11-5/8” x 9-7/8” with a wool appliqué strawberry
• Small Bag: 7-3/4” x 7-7/8” with a wool appliqué teacup

Both bags are patchwork-style, showing off the adorable prints, and feature solid-colored zipper pulls. I used my favorite Wool Blend Felt from Benzie Design and added a sweet ¼” button to each blossom for a charming finishing touch.

✨ Project 3: “Bon Jour” Zippered Pouches

Last but not least, I stitched up three small zippered pouches using the sweetest “Bon Jour” prints (again, no patterns, just my creativity). Each pouch: 

• Features a different colorway
• Is paired with Country Confetti basics
• Includes hand-dyed rick rack from Lady Dot Creates
• Has rounded bottoms and colorful zipper pulls for extra flair

These little pouches are perfect for gifting or organizing your sewing notions.

Which project was your favorite? I’d love to hear what you’re inspired to make! 

I hope this stop on the Rosy Cheeks Fabric Tour has sparked your creativity. Be sure to check out the Poppie Cotton Blog and follow them on social media for even more inspiration using this delightful collection.

If you’ve fallen in love with Rosy Cheeks like I have, don’t forget to ask for it at your favorite quilt shop—it’s shipping now!

And there’s more fun ahead! I’m already working on a new Poppie Cotton project for the upcoming Granny’s Sewing Room collection by Sheri McCulley. My day on that fabric tour is Thursday, August 14th, so mark your calendars. Plus, I’ll be sharing two brand-new project tutorials on the Therm O Web Blog and the Benzie Design Blog on Monday, July 21st—think Christmas in July! 🎄 

Thanks again for visiting—I can’t wait to share what’s next. Until then, happy stitching!

Frost and Flurry Fabric Tour

Hello, friends—happy Wednesday!

I’m so delighted to welcome you to my stop on the Poppie Cotton Frost and Flurry Fabric Tour! ❄️✨ Thank you for popping by—it's always a treat to have you here.

Today, I’m thrilled to share four special pieces I created using the brand-new Frost and Flurry Collection by the talented Sheri McCulley for Poppie Cotton. As soon as I saw these whimsical winter prints, I couldn’t wait to put on my quilt designer hat and dive in!

This charming collection (shipping to quilt shops this month!) is filled with delightful seasonal motifs—think snowmen, reindeer, owls, foxes, ornaments, snowflakes, tossed flowers, and winter berries—all wrapped in a cozy palette of greens, reds, pinks, blues, and snowy whites. It’s the perfect mix of festive and heartwarming, and I had so much fun bringing these prints to life.

For my first project, I created a charming small quilt that also works beautifully as a table topper. Measuring 25 ½” x 25 ½”, this piece features a delightful mix of machine appliqué snowflake blocks and foundation pieced tree blocks, bringing a cozy winter scene to life. I used Country Confetti, one of Poppie Cotton’s lovely basics, for the snowflakes, tree backgrounds, and binding—it adds just the right touch of texture and whimsy. The quilt is finished with hanging tabs, making it perfect for display on a small quilt hanger or as a festive accent on your holiday table. I didn’t follow a pattern for this one—it was a fun, creative journey as I designed it along the way!

Next up, I stitched up two adorable project bags—one small and one medium—each with its own personality and charm!

The small zippered pouch measures 7 ¾" W x by 7" H and features sweet appliqué wool felt motifs across the bottom fabric strip, accented with hand-dyed rick rack trim along the bottom for a playful touch. I added a bit of whimsy with a baker’s twine zipper pull, giving it a handmade, homespun feel.

The medium zippered bag measures 9 ½" W x 9 ¾" H and is a cheerful patchwork design that showcases a variety of prints from the Frost and Flurry collection. For a fun focal point, I created an appliqué snow globe block in the lower right-hand corner using fussy cut fabric and Benzie Design Wool Blend Felt. Inside the globe, I added round and star sequins to mimic falling snow, along with some hand stitching for extra texture and sparkle. Like the smaller pouch, this one is finished with a baker’s twine zipper pull for a cohesive, handmade look. 

Again, I didn’t follow a pattern for these zippered pouches—just played in my studio and let the fabrics guide the way!

And finally, I created a wintery twist on my Sweet Sewing Book—a cozy little sewing/needlebook that measures 6 ¼" x 6 ¼" when closed. For the cover, I designed another appliqué snow globe, using fussy cut fabric and wool felt, embellished with round and star sequins to mimic falling snow. A bit of hand stitching adds texture and charm, and the whole scene is framed with hand-dyed rick rack from Lady Dot Creates. 

Inside, the book features multiple pockets and two wool felt needle pages made from Benzie Design Wool Blend Felt, each decorated with sweet fussy cut fabric motifs. The scissor tie is made from hand-dyed twill tape (also from Lady Dot Creates), and the closure is finished with a vintage button and elastic loop for a nostalgic touch. As a fun detail, I included a tree needle minder inside, made using fabric from a previous Poppie Cotton collection. I also added the perfect decorative pins from (my favorite) Puntini Puntini.

Again, I didn’t follow a pattern for this one either—I designed it along the way.

Which project was your favorite? I’d love to hear what you’re inspired to make!

I hope you’ve enjoyed this stop on the Frost and Flurry Fabric Tour and are feeling inspired to dive into some cozy, creative winter sewing during these hot summer months!❄️✨ Thank you so much for visiting with me today—it’s always a joy to share these projects with you. For even more inspiration using the Frost and Flurry collection, be sure to check out the Poppie Cotton Blog and follow them on social media.

If you’ve fallen in love with this fabric line like I have, don’t forget to ask for it at your favorite quilt shop—Frost and Flurry is shipping this month!

And there’s more to come! I already have a new project in the works for the next Poppie Cotton Fabric Tour featuring the absolutely adorable "Rosy Cheeks" collection by Lori Woods. My day on the tour is July 14th, so mark your calendars! Plus, I’ll be sharing a pair of brand-new project tutorials on both the Therm O Web Blog and the Benzie Design Blog on Monday, July 21st—think Christmas in July!🎄

Be sure to stop back soon for more creative inspiration—I can’t wait to share what’s next!

Elise Fabric Tour

Greeting friends - happy Monday! Welcome to the Poppie Cotton Elise Fabric Tour. I am thrilled to be today's stop on the tour - thank you so much for stopping by for a visit. You are here on a great day, because this month, my fabric tour post coincides with TWO new quilt patterns! I have three special projects to share, created with the new Elise Fabric Collection designed by Terri Henson for Poppie Cotton. I was super excited to put on my quilt designer hat and work with these charming prints. This brand new collection (shipping to quilt shops in June) has lovely rose, daisy, and trellis motifs, and a gorgeous quilted-look multi print...all done in a lovely color palette of reds, pinks, blues and whites. Let's take a close-up look at my projects...

For my first project, I created "Rosebud Manor" and you can find this NEW quilt pattern in my Etsy Shop in digital and/or paper format! This small quilt is perfect as a wall hanging or table topper. It measures 28.5" x 28.5" and uses foundation piecing for the Economy Quilt Blocks and machine appliqué for the "manor" in the center. I added some rick rack and a tiny button for embellishment.  Visit my blog again later today or tomorrow, when I will share more details. 

Rosebud Manor Digital Pattern: https://blueribbondesigns.etsy.com/listing/4303985658
Rosebud Manor Paper Pattern: https://blueribbondesigns.etsy.com/listing/4303983188

Next, I created a "Pretty Patchwork Pouch" that shows off the Quilted Roses Multi print. It is a very sweet size, measuring 8” x 5.5”. I quilted over the lines on the fabric print to give it a pieced look. It is lined with Country Confetti, and I added a “handmade” wooden button and special red zipper pull. No pattern for this little zippered bag, I just made it up as I went along...

Finally, I created a "Sweet Sewing Book" (you may remember this project from the Wildwood Dwellings Fabric Tour). This project was so well received, I decided to write a pattern for it! You can now find the pattern from my "Sweet Sewing Book" in my Etsy Shop (paper pattern and/or digital pattern).  It measures 8.5” x 6.5” when closed. It has an elastic and button closure (I used a vintage rose button for this one!), with five pockets inside and Benzie Design wool blend felt needle pages (color is Icicle). I used hand-dyed twill tape (scissor tie) from Lady Dot Creates to add a special touch. I also added fussy cut/appliquéd fabric accents. The binding is Country Confetti (also from Poppie Cotton). More on this NEW pattern and additional photos will be posted later today or tomorrow.

Sweet Sewing Book Digital Pattern: https://blueribbondesigns.etsy.com/listing/4303984363
Sweet Sewing Book Paper Pattern: https://blueribbondesigns.etsy.com/listing/4303974342

I hope you have enjoyed this stop on the fabric tour and are feeling inspired - thank you for visiting with me today. For more creative projects using the Elise fabric collection, visit the Poppie Cotton Blog and/or their social media. If you love this fabric collection, be sure to check out your favorite quilt shop and request it - Elise is shipping in June.

I already have my project in progress for the next Poppie Cotton Fabric Tour in June - my day is June 18th. That tour will be showcasing the wintery, upcoming "Frost and Flurry" fabric collection by Sheri McCulley (click to see a preview). Plus, I will have a new project tutorial posted on the Therm O Web Blog on Monday, May 19th (think summer) and my first new project tutorial on the Benzie Design Blog on Tuesday, June 3rd (more summery goodness!)…so, be sure to stop back soon for more creative inspiration...