Karen S., Author at Fabric Editions Blog

DIY Valentine’s Day Rosettes

Posted on February 10, 2016
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Valentine's Day is known for roses, cards and little gifts to show our family and friends that we care. Spread some love with our quick and easy DIY fabric crafts. We have free projects for you, dear friends! First up is our Rosette. You're not…

Tips & Tricks

Applique Tips

Posted on February 2, 2016
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Applique is fun for all - you can stitch by hand or machine, zigzag, blanket or free motion. With so much excitement over our new Land of Whimzie flannel Applique Blankets, we thought it would be a great time to share some useful tips. …

Inspiration

Boho Girl – New Designer Pre-cut Fabrics

Posted on January 26, 2016
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If you love chic and sassy prints, you'll love our Boho Girl at Hancock Fabrics! Debra Valencia designs printed in 100% cotton, pre-cut fabrics in half yards, fat quarters, jellies and charms, perfect for sewing and quilting. We have three free projects on our website,…

Inspiration

Quilting: Learn New Techniques

Posted on January 20, 2016
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Learning new techniques and styles is a part of quilting that I enjoy tremendously. As a designer and product developer, staying not only current, but ahead of the trend keeps me busy. This past week was inspiration for year's worth of quilts. I learned so…

New Products

Land of Whimzie Applique Blanket Kits

Posted on January 14, 2016
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Land of Whimzie Blanket Kits are now at JoAnn Fabric in the Quilt Department! This new kit concept is sold in three parts, so you can be creative and put it together the way you want. Here’s what you need: 1st is a pack of…

Tips & Tricks

Easy Christmas Tea Towels

Posted on December 21, 2015
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Follow my blog with Bloglovin Easy Christmas tea towels is the handmade gift that should be topping your gift list this year. Things that can be used right away and often are always a winner. Start with a pre-made tea towel, these are 18" x…

Fun Projects

Easy DIY Lanyard

Posted on December 17, 2015
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If you're a bit behind on the holiday gifts this year, this easy DIY lanyard is the perfect handmade gift. Do you know a student or teacher that wears an identification card? Then this will be perfect! One jelly will whip up quickly, or if…

Tips & Tricks

Preparing Your Quilt for a Long Arm Quilter

Posted on November 20, 2015
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Have quilt tops piling up? Do you have four or five years of unfinished quilts? New to quilting? Envious of feathers quilted into someone else's quilts? Own a basic machine that fights your free-motion attempts? It's time to hire a professional to quilt for you.…

Tips & Tricks

Tips for Sewing With Fleece

Posted on November 13, 2015
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It’s getting colder, so you are probably pulling on a fleece jacket every morning. What great fabric - it’s cozy, lightweight and keeps you warm. It’s also easy to cut and sew. You’ve seen fleece in the stores. They are stocked with an array of…

No-Sew Projects

Fall Season Decorating – New Fabrics

Posted on October 22, 2015
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Decorating for Halloween and the Fall season takes on an elegance this year with these beautiful fabrics. These are Creative Cuts Singles, 18 in x 21 in fat quarters, at Walmart. Not only do they look great, they have a wonderful hand. These are just…