Freemotion by the River: Quilt tutorials

Hi Reader It is hard to believe that we are more than half way through January. We have lucked out on snow lately but it is very cold. Of course that makes it a perfect time to stay inside and quilt. I have several things I am working on and also finishing up my January UFO. At the end of the month I'll share it but you can take a peek of it in my blog post today. There is also info on another giveaway on Youtube. Happening in my Studio #2 The birds and squirrels are enjoying all of the...

Hi Reader I have finished my first quilt for 2026, it is a small one but that still counts. I always love small, fast, and easy quilt projects. Willow is the name of my quilt pattern and there are 2 different sizes to make. I think you will like it. Learn more about it in my blog post. Willow Quilt Pattern Willow Don't miss: I also have a giveaway going on Youtube. Happenings in my Studio #1 2026 Studio Tour Quilt Projects of 2025 2026 Unfinished Quilt Project Challenge January Color of the...

Hi Reader Happy Wednesday! I getting ready to meet up with friends for coffee and wanted to send you a quick update on what is happening in my studio. I usually work on several projects at once and as I work I think of more that I want to do. Are you like that? Happening In My Studio #1 I also have a giveaway going on Youtube. Don't miss: 2026 Studio Tour Quilt Projects of 2025 2026 Unfinished Quilt Project Challenge January Color of the Month Challenge Free Quilt Calendar for 2026 PS Don't...

Hi Reader I think the last time I shared my quilt studio with you was when we moved into this house in May of 2023. In 2020 we moved from our river home in Muscatine to 2 different homes in Maquoketa, Iowa and then 2 different homes in Ankeny, Iowa. Thankfully I actually enjoy moving. Anyway, we have been here for 2 1/2 years and I have changed a few things in my studio as it is now a quilt/cardmaking studio. I have a post and also a video showing my space. I hope you'll enjoy seeing it. 2026...

Hi Reader I thought it would be fun to share with you all of the quilt projects I finished in 2025. Of course there are more that didn't get finished but that is okay. Quilt Projects of 2025 Join my 2026 challenge, take a look at my projects and then at the end - see which one I will work on in January! 2026 Unfinished Quilt Project Challenge January Color of the Month Challenge PS Don't forget, the password to my library is at the end of this email. ⭐⭐Visit my Amazon Store for all the...

Hi Reader Can you believe it is the 2nd of January already? I am all confused about what day of the week it is. That always happens to me with a holiday. I have picked 12 quilt projects that I plan on finishing this year or at least moving them to the next step. Do you have some that you would like to finish? Join my 2026 challenge, take a look at my projects and then at the end - see which one I will work on in January! 2026 Unfinished Quilt Project Challenge Yesterday I shared the January...

Hi Reader Happy New Year! I'm excited for a new year and have some fun ideas to share with you. The January Color of the Month Challenge for 2026 has started. I am thinking this will run the first 3 weeks of each month giving you time to complete a block or project and enter it for the giveaway. Then we will be ready the first of each month for a new color. January Color of the Month Challenge The UFO challenge will begin tomorrow so pick 12 unfinished quilt projects to work on that you would...

Hi Reader Good morning from Ankeny, Iowa. It is hard to believe that today is the last day of 2025. I believe it is true that the older you get...the faster time goes by. I hope 2025 was good year for you and that 2026 will be even better. I have a couple of new things I am planning on sharing. First off I am going to do a Color of the Month Challenge for 2026 and it will start tomorrow. Be sure and read this blog post to learn more about it and I hope you'll take part. I'll be sharing a new...

Hi Reader Good morning from Ankeny, Iowa, we had some crazy weather yesterday but lucked out and the worst of it went north of us. It looks icy out there so I'm glad to stay home and quilt. I decided to have ONE LAST SALE in 2025 - all of my patterns are 50% off until January 1st, 2026. In my shop you won't see the discount until you view your cart. 50% off all Patterns: My Shop or Etsy I am planning on doing several Linky Parties this year. It has been several years since I did them and they...