Note from Alanda Craft: You may remember Barbara's Nautical Themed Quilt that she made back in August, well Barbara has really gotten into the swing of things since making her first quilt. Here are some of the latest quilts that she has made and I think they are just lovely. I love Kaffe Fasset fabrics, the colours are so bright and cheerful. And those Riley Blake animal … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Quilts for Friends & Family
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Readers Project: Lorna’s Easy Envelope Cushion Cover
Note from Alanda Craft:- Lorna's cushion cover is just spectacular. What a great idea to turn our Easy Envelope Cushion Cover tutorial into such a beautiful project. I truly admire anyone who does cross stitch. I have started a number of pieces over the years but have only had the patience to finish a few of them. You have done an excellent job Lorna and you have created a … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Lorna’s Easy Envelope Cushion Cover
Readers Project: Maria’s Patchwork Tote Bag With Couching
Note from Alanda: Oh wow, I just love this charm bag that Maria had made from fabric she got from the Op shop. The colours are just gorgeous., your husband has great taste. We think you have done an amazing job Maria, and even more so seeing you haven't done any sewing for so many years. Watch the video below to see how to make the Patchwork Charm Square Bag with … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Maria’s Patchwork Tote Bag With Couching
Readers Project: Jennifer’s Big Craft Bag
Note from Alanda Craft: I just love the fabric that Jennifer has chosen, her bag looks awesome. It never fails to amaze me how different these projects all look. This is a really big bag and it is ideal for taking to the market or to sewing class. I'm sorry you had a bit of a problem with the gusset, Jennifer, it can be a bit fiddly. But you have done a great job and it looks … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Jennifer’s Big Craft Bag
Readers Project: Barbara’s Nautical Themed Quilt & More
Note from Alanda Craft: Barbara has adapted the pattern and added a couple of rows of rectangles in with the squares. I think that's a great idea and shows how just how unique you can make your quilts with a simple change. Love the nautical theme, and I think the lobsters and crabs fabric makes the quilt pop. I know what she means when she talks about laying out the blocks. I … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Nautical Themed Quilt & More
Readers Project: Cindy’s ‘Under the Sea’ Rag Quilt
Note from Alanda Craft: How cute is Cindy's 'Under the Sea' rag quilt. What a great theme for a little girl. after all lots of little girls love mermaids. I really love the mermaid fabric and the contrasting colours go really well with it. Cindy made her rag quilt from our Easy Strip Rag Quilt tutorial. It's really is so easy. Thank you so much for sharing your quilt photo … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Cindy’s ‘Under the Sea’ Rag Quilt
Readers Project: Su’s Three Tea Towel Bag
Note from Alanda Craft: Don't you just love the tea towels that Su has chosen for her bag. And the fabric she has chosen for the handles matches in so nicely. Su made her bag from our 3 Tea Towel Tote Bag tutorial. I think it looks really great. Thank you for sharing your project with us Su. We look forward to seeing your rag quilt. Watch the video below … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Su’s Three Tea Towel Bag
Readers Project: Gabrielle’s Charm Square Bag
Note From Alanda Craft: Charm squares come in a range of beautiful designs and you can see an example in Gabrielle's lovely charm square tote bag. Rather than batting, Gabrielle has used double-sided fusible foam to pad her bag, such a clever idea, and it works just as well as the batting. Love your bag Gabrielle, thank you so much for sharing your photos with us and thank you … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Gabrielle’s Charm Square Bag
Readers Project: Joe’s Super Cute Moda Charm Square Tote Bag
Note from Alanda Craft: I love these crazy quilt charm squares that Joe uses in his tote bags. This is another example of how you can change our tutorials to make them unique. I really like the contrasting gusset on the side and base of the bag, I think it makes it pop. I bet your daughter loves having such a lovely and unique bag. You will be getting requests from her friends … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Joe’s Super Cute Moda Charm Square Tote Bag
Readers Project: Sue’s Left Overs Tote Bag – String Quilt Block Tote bag
Note from Alanda Craft: Now this is what I call creative thinking. Sue made a String/Strip quilt and she used the left overs to make this awesome tote bag. She also used strips of the quilted fabric to make the handles, such a great idea, even if, as Sue Says, it was a little bit challenging. I think the orange lining really sets the bag off. Your bag looks awesome Sue, I … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Sue’s Left Overs Tote Bag – String Quilt Block Tote bag