Tipsie Geese Quilt - Part 1 available on Annie's Creative Studio

I hope you love learning with Annie's Creative Studio as much as I love teaching classes there.  There are so many amazing classes, I have a hard time selecting which one to watch next. 

Today I'm sharing the release of Part 1 of the Tipsie Geese quilt class.  

This quilt is a little more complex but the extra steps are so worth it when the quilt is finished.  It is simply stunning.   And no worries if the techniques are new to you, I'm there to guide you step-by-step along the way.   If you have ever wanted to learn curved piecing, then be sure to take this class.  

I've got a quick introductory video to share with you. 

If you aren't familiar with Annie's Creative Studio, it's a great online learning platform where you can learn all sorts of crafts, not just quilting.  If you are multi-craftual like me, it's fun to take classes in just one location without having to pay for a variety of different classes. 

Here is a direct link to sign up for a free trial to 

experience Annie's Creative Studio for yourself.  

Another bonus is the classes available are in a variety of skill levels.  I can challenge my quilting skills with advanced classes but still take beginner crochet classes and well, what can I say ... pre-beginner knitting classes!  

I hope you will check it out with the free trial. You'll be amazed at all the learning opportunities. 

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Calm Lagoon Instagram Loop

It has been a fun couple of weeks celebrating with Sherry Shish of Powered by Quilting and the arrival in stores of her new signature collection called Calm Lagoon by Kathy Engle for Island Batik.   

A few weeks ago I shared more about the collection and the Serenage quilt I made using the fabrics.  If you missed it, here is the direct link to that post. 

For the next two days (until 9:00 a.m. EST on December 17, 2021), we are running at loop on Instragram with lots of free prizes!  Who doesn't love free prizes? 

To get started, hop onto my Masterpiece Quilting Instagram page and following the directions on the post with this image. 

You could be the lucky winner of my new Serenade quilt pattern and class!  I'd love to have you be the one, but you can't win if you don't play - so don't wait. 

Hayloft Stars Quilt Class on Annie's Creative Studio

I'm excited to share my latest class on Annie's Creative Studio - the Hayloft Stars Wall Hanging! 

This is a super fun and stunning wall hanging to make. 

Even if your decor is a different colorway, you can easily substitute fabrics that will make it perfect for your home.  

Here's a quick video introduction to the class. 

The design is one where you can really have some fun adding pretty quilting.  It's the perfect size for practicing your custom quilting motifs too. 

If you aren't familiar with Annie's Creative Studio, it's a great online learning platform where you can learn all sorts of crafts, not just quilting.  If you are multi-craftual like me, it's fun to take classes in just one location without having to pay for a variety of different classes. 

Here is a direct link to sign up for a free trial to 

experience Annie's Creative Studio for yourself.  

While Hayloft Stars make look complex, it is really easy to make, especially with the video instruction.  During the class, I'm your guide each step of the way - so put those worries aside if you think it looks too complex and get started today!  

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Old School Block of the Month - + 12 Block Layout

Old School Block of the Month -

On the 12th of each month, the tutorial for the Old School Block of the Month has been released this year.  I'm excited and sad at the same time.  Excited to finish yet another block but sad that is is our last month together. 

This month's block is another new block for me to make (isn't it amazing that after all these years quilting, I'm still making new-to-me blocks!)  and it goes together super easy.   

Sherri Falls of This & That Patterns is the designer for this month and her instructions will expertly guide you as you make her "Christmas Blossom" block, even if this is your first experience with sewing partial seams. 

Direct Link to Sherri's blog post

Here is my finished block.   (Yes, it looks a bit wonky in the photo...but in real life it's perfectly square.  I'm not sure what happened, but let's blame the photographer (me!))

I'm sticking with my same blue and pink colorway so this block will fit perfectly with the rest of the blocks.   And I even fussy-cut the center snail to match the other blocks where I've fussy-cut this year. 

Since we are at the last block for the year, I want to share the layout that I've created for my quilt.  In the next couple of weeks, I'll be finalizing the placement of my blocks and making the finished quilt top.  I've got a few deadline projects that need to happen first :) 

The layout is available as a pdf download with complete materials list, cutting and assembly instructions. (You do need to enter your email to receive it. I know it's an extra step, but it helps keep spammers away.) 

In addition to the 12 block layout, I've also included a 13-block layout since one month we made two blocks.  This layout can be used for any block of the month or whenever you have extra blocks that can be assembled for a charity quilt.  

Download 12 Block Layout PDF here

I would love to see the quilt you make using this layout, be sure to tag me as #masterpiecequilting

If you are finding this blog post for the first time and want to join the Old School Block of the Month, we would love to have you!   

Here are the links to the blocks so far:

Block 1: https://kimlapacek.com/.../patched-friendship-star-block...

Block 2: https://masterpiecequilting.blogspot.com/.../old-school...

Block 3: https://quiltjane.com/old-school-bom-2021/

Block 4: https://traditionalprimitives.com/.../tra.../old-school-bom/

Block 5: https://sewhungryhippie.com/.../stripey-cartwheels-block

Block 6: https://kidgiddy.blogspot.com/.../the-pocket-economy...

Block 7: https://www.gogokim.com/.../old-school-block-of-month...

Block 8: https://www.maychappell.com/2021/08/12/butter-churn-block/

Block 9: https://quiltingjetgirl.com/2021/09/12/cathedral-star-block-old-school-bom/

Block 10: https://blog.patsloan.com/2021/10/old-school-bom-block-10-and-a-surprise.htm

Block 11: https://www.the-littlest-thistle.com/2021/11/old-school-block-of-the-month-11-walk-in-my-footsteps.html

If you would like to join it, you can find the Facebook group here. 

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Quilt Block Mania - Let's Play Ball!

When I was a kid, it was so much fun to get a new ball to play with.  So when this month's prompt for Quilt Block Mania is toys, I immediately thought about a ball!  

While I was never very good at playing baseball or softball, I can design a pretty realistic looking baseball block, if I say so myself! 

This block is perfect for any ball loving enthusiast in your life.  It is made using stash fabrics and raw-edge fusible applique for the ball.  

Don't look too closely, I found the perfect fabric for the sky and then realized I needed to seam it to get a piece large enough for the block ... it happens and once quilted, no one will know....  we'll call it our little secret ;) 

I used a machine blanket stitch (#28) to stitch around the ball and for the "seams" I used a machine feather stitch (#29) and red thread to mimic the hand-stitching on the ball.  

I honestly don't use the decorative stitches on my sewing machine very often, so this was a good opportunity to play with the feather stitch. 

The pattern for my Baseball Block is available for free using the link below. 

Link to Baseball Block pattern

I'd love to see the version you make.  Be sure to share on social media using #baseballblock and #masterpiecequilting 

An entire group of designers have been working with this same theme and here is a sampling of the blocks they have made!  Aren't they gorgeous? 

Below are the links to each of the blocks.  If you weren't ready to stop scrolling and start playing, you will be soon.

Puzzle Cube Quilt Block by Carolina Moore

Swirlybirds by Scrapdash

Rocking Horse by Appliques Quilts and More

Old-fashioned toy by Blockofthemo.com

Wooden Toy Blocks by Penny Spool Quilts

Xylophone by QuiltFabrication

Stacked Rings at Patti's Patchwork

Toy Truck at Blue Bear Quilts

Bullseye at Pretty Piney Quilts

Toy Plane by Mom and Me Quilting Co

Nutcracker by Inquiring Quilter

Water Colors at Perkins Dry Goods

How to Theread a Book by Craft Towards Joy

Sling Shot by Faith and Fabric

Candyland at EvaPaige Quilt Designs

Shape Sorter Block at Patchwork Breeze

Colorku at Love to Color My World

Toy Wagon by Cristy Fincher

Baboushka dolls by Duck Creek Mountain Quilting

Baseball by Masterpiece Quilting

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Calm Lagoon Blog Tour + Serenade Quilt Pattern & Class Release

I am super excited to be part of the Calm Lagoon Blog Tour showcasing Sherry Shish's signature collection of the same name, designed by Kathy Engle for Island Batik.  

It's been several months ago that Sherry invited me to be part of the tour and as soon as I saw the fabrics I knew I had to be a part of it.  

At that same time, I had been working on a new design and was struggling with fabric choices for it.  After looking at this collection, everything came together - the design, the fabrics and the name Serenade. 

I'm excited to offer Serenade as the first of my new series of Quilt with Me classes.  Designed for the beginner quilter, I'll be guiding you step-by-step through fabric selection, the tools and supplies that you will need as well as complete instructions for making each block and assembling the quilt. We will also talk quilting: edge-to-edge, custom, semi-custom plus I'll share my favorite machine binding method.   Since I only have the top finished right now, you will be able to learn from me as I select different quilting designs to use. 

The Calm Lagoon fabric is just now shipping to stores and this time of the year is a bit busy, so we'll wait to kick off the class in early January 2022.  This will give you plenty of time to get your fabrics and supplies gathered.  

As a special bonus for the blog tour, I'm discounting the Serenade Quilt with Me class by 40% using the coupon code CALM40.   Here is the direct link to sign up.  The pattern is available for immediate download. 

I'd love to have you join me making this beautiful quilt. 

Be sure to visit all of the amazingly talented quilters and designers to see their beautiful Calm Lagoon projects!  Make sure you swing past Sherry's December 1st post to get entered in the drawing for some Calm Lagoon fabric :) 

• December 1 – Sherry Shish of Powered By Quilting 
• December 2 – Kimie and Missy of On Williams Street
• December 3 – Kate Starcher of Katie Mae Quilts
• December 4 – Jen Strauser of Dizzy Quilter
• December 5 – Nancy Scott of Masterpiece Quilting - YOU ARE HERE
• December 6 – Sally Williams of Paleofish Designs
• December 7 – Leanne Parsons of Devoted Quilter
• December 8 – Pamela Boatright of Pamela Quilts
• December 9 – Rebecca Lidstrom of Studio R Quilts
• December 10 – Laura Piland of Slice of Pi Quilts
• December 11 – Kathryn LeBlanc of Dragonfly’s Quilting Design Studio
• December 12 – Linda Bratten of Linda B Creative
• December 13 – Anja Clyke of Anja Quilts
• December 14 – Sherry Shish of Powered By Quilting

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