TQC Journal | issue 42

It is Mini Monday again! The weeks are just flying by. You 
will be able to whip up this fresh and simple bowtie quilt in no
time. If you still need a set of Postcards you can order them here. 
A few half blocks and you will be ready to assembly 
your 1800 Checker-bar. Make 3 different blocks that
measure 5-1/2" x 10-1/2", including seam allowances. 
Let put the 1800 Checker-bar quilt together.

1800 Checker-bar 
Finished Quilt 40" x 47-1/2"

From light tan print, cut:
9 strips, 3" x 10-1/2"

From red print, cut:
6 strips, 3" x 42", subcut or piece:
4 strips, 3" x 43" - sashing strips and side borders
2 strips, 3" x 40-1/2" - top and bottom borders
5 strips, 2-1/4" x 42" - binding

Piece quilt using diagram above, blocks and sashing strips. 
Add side borders, add top and bottom borders.
Quilt as desired and bind. Enjoy!

Greige Goods my newest line will be here in a few weeks.
If you would like to pre-order a bundle or a kit you can
check out all the details and place an order here. 
Still can't decide if you want to pre-order? Each pre-order
of a bundle or kit will arrive with a free pattern for this
quilt and a scrap of the pink print to make it. 
You can place an order here. 

TQC Journal | issue 41

 
I have gathered all the fabrics left after the closing of my
 brick and mortar for one last truly scrapy quilt project.
Pinwheel Parade combines 59 different prints, my
favorite red solid, a wonderful natural linen and the
 always happy pinwheel block. 

Pinwheel Parade
Finished Size 51” x 63”
Finished Block 3”

The Pinwheel Parade kit includes, the pattern, everything
needed to piece the top and your binding. Supplies are very
limited so don't delay. You can order your kit here. 

If you would like to use your own scraps you can purchase
the pattern as an instant download below and get started today. 


This is the last full block for this little sew along. 
Next week will be a few partial blocks and the 
reveal. I can't wait!

If you missed out or are just joining me you
can find all the details here. 

TQC Journal | issue 40

Mystery Mini

Brown paper packages tied up with string
are definitely one of my favorite things.
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My basket of little quilts is overflowing and I
thought you might like to have one. Add a
brown paper package to your cart and I will
tie it up with string and send you a little surprise.
The minis are all made by me using my favorite
reproduction prints. Most are hand quilted and
sizes range from 8” x 10” to 15” x 18”
If you would like one you can order here.

Pink and brown is the perfect combination for this 

weeks 1880 Checker-bar block. We have just a few 
weeks left, I hope you are keeping up. I can't wait
to reveal the finished project. If you would like to 
get started or catch up, you can do that here.

I am having some fishy fun around here! I am making 
these cute little fish using my newest collection Greige Goods.
 My daughter will be using them at her church. They will be part
of the Easter celebration for the Kids Ministry. 
If you want to make some for yourself, I am using this pattern.
I will be starting Griege Goods pre-order soon. 

Pinwheel Parade will be marching along soon. As I
 mentioned in this post, I am working on a scrappy kit
to use up all the left over bolts from my shop closing.
The kits will be ready soon. I will keep you posted. 

TQC Journal | issue 39

Spring is almost here. In California that does not mean
a huge difference from winter but in a lot of places this 
is what you have been waiting for. Hopefully it will be
 the start of warmer weather and a little more sunshine. 

 I am working on a project I am calling, 
The Great 2022 Spring Scrap Challenge 

When I closed my Brick and Mortar shop I was left
with some great bolts of fabric. This spring I am
challenging myself to create a project that will use
 these wonderful prints in new and original way. 

I will be offering a limited number of kits and will
have the pattern available for those who would like
to make one using there own scraps. Stay tuned. 
 
This weeks 1880 Checker-Bar Block features a neutral
selection of prints. I think this is the best part of recreating
a vintage quilt. The color combinations used by the quilters
of the past are always a surprise. Find the original quilt here
and see if you can find the inspiration block.

* * Correction * *
If you purchased a Woven | Viridians and Ambers pattern or
kit please take a moment to make a small correction. Turn
to the third block and make a notation on the first strip set.
You will need to cut 24 strips, 1-1/2" x 6" not 2" x 6".
I hope this error did not cause to much inconvenience. 

TQC Journal | issue 38

Are you ready for a March Mini? How is it already March!
grab your 2022 Mini-a-Month Postcard Collection and a
few of your favorite scraps and make this simple nine
patch quilt that is sure to be a favorite. 

** Please Note ** Finished block size is 4-1/2"

 Free Mini-a-Month Postcard Collections
I made a "little" printing order error and I have
 more postcard collections than I know what to
do with, so if you have been trying to resist ordering
now would be a perfect time. For each set ordered 
you will receive a free set up to three free sets!
Order one set get one free, order two sets get two free
and order three sets get three free. Place your order
here and I will take care of the free sets.
Offer ends Sunday, March 13
 
My 1880 Checker-Bar project is coming along. How about
yours? Find all the details and get caught up here. 

TQC Journal | issue 37

I am leaving on a road trip so of course planning my take

 along projects is almost as important as packing my clothes.
Who am I kidding it is more important!

I like to have a variety of projects just in case I am not in the
mood for one or the other. This trip I have a little hexagon doll
quilt, a mini quilt that needs to be hand quilted and about 800
 half square tringles that need to be squared up. 

I always take along my Sew Together Bag filled with 
the essentials. You can find the pattern here.  

Please note that any orders placed this week will 
be filled when I return next week. Thank you for your
understanding, grandma needs to visit Cooper and Claire. 

I am taking a little break from my 1880 Checker-Bar
 project this week while we are traveling but I  got this
weeks block finished before we left.

Find all the details and get caught up here. 

TQC Journal | issue 36

The shop is stocked with bundles and yardage of my

two newest lines - Vintage Viridians and Antique Ambers. 
If you would you would like to add some to your stash 
you can find bundles here and yardage here. 
Another 1880 Checker-Bar Block. I hope if you
are quilting along that you had a little time this 

weekend to get all caught up. If you would like

to get caught up you can do that here. 

TQC Journal | issue 35

Happy Valentines Day.
Marcus Fabrics is kicking off another Monday's With Marcus
series. Color is the theme for this installment and Valentines
Day is all about red. You can check out all the designers
projects on Instagram @marcusfabric. 

Sweet-heart is my little delight!
Finished Size 12" x 15"

Visit the free pattern page on my website
to download the pattern for this project. Enjoy!
My next block for the 1880 Checker-Bar Sew Along
is done and ready to go. Are you sewing along? If you
would like to get started you can find all the details here. 

Vintage Viridians and Antique Ambers bundles

and yardage are stocked up and ready for you. 
You can find the bundles here and the yardage here. 

TQC Journal | issue 34

 
How is it Mini Monday already! This months mini is 
pretty in pink and perfect for a little Valentines Day
project. Grab your Mini-a-Month Postcard Collection
and a few scraps and get started. If you still need a
 set of postcards you can order them here and if your 
stash needs a little boost check out all my bundles here. 

1880 Checker-Bar Sew Along
I sure am enjoying this simple sew along. So easy to keep
up with, just one block a week and they take no time at all.
Check out all the details here.

TQC Journal | issue 33

1880 Checker-Bar Sew Along

Recreating vintage quilts is one of my favorite things

to do. Picking just the right fabrics and placing them just

so. Also taking a little creative license to add my own touch.
If you would like to join me for the next 12 week I will be
busy doing just that.

You can check out a few more details
about this vintage beauty here. 

Lets get started. Here are the details;
My version will be a crib size quilt approximately 40" x 47"
Finished block size 10" square and 5" x 10"

Fabric Requirements
A variety of prints - Use quilt image for inspiration
 1 yard light solid - I am using Essex natural linen, find it here. 
1 yard red solid or print
1/4 yard tan solid or print

Follow this simple method to assemble each block. 

Arrange all 1-1/2" squares on your work surface using the
antique quilt or your own imagination for color placement. 

Starting in the upper left corner, chain piece the first two
 columns of squares all the way down the left side of the block.
 Remove the unit from the sewing machine without cutting
your chain apart. Do not press.

Starting once again at the top of the block layout, chain 
piece the third column of 1-1/2" squares to the two column 
chain created in the previous step, joining the third column of 

squares to the second column of two squares. Remove the

three square chain from your machine. Do not cut the
chain apart or press. 

Continue this technique until you have added all the

columns in the block to the chain. You should have 10 rows
of squares chained together. Take your joined rows to the
 ironing board and press the seam allowances in opposite
directions from row to row.

Sew the rows together in order, pressing the seam
allowances toward the top of the block. The completed block
 should measure 10-1/2" square, including seam allowances.

If your stash needs a little boost check out all the new
bundles I have added to the shop here.

Curated Fat Quarter Bundles 

6 Fat Quarter 18" x 22"
1-1/2 yards total - $21.00
Find them here.

Repro Rolls in a variety of options. 
12 - 1/4 yard cuts - 9" x 42"
3 yards total - $35.00
Find them here.

Last but not least and my personal favorite. 
I am sharing with you some of my personal stash from
 past TQC lines. Bundles include; Temecula Treasures,
Special Scraps, Bygone Browns and Repro Reds.

Vintage TQC Curated Bundles
23 - 1/6 yard pieces - 6" x 42"
4 yards total - $38.00

Find them here.

  

One last note: If you are waiting for your pre-ordered
Vintage Viridians and Antique Ambers bundles and kits,
I am hoping to have everything in the mail by the weekend. 
At that point I will be opening up fabric by the yard and
bundles for purchase while supplies last. 
Thank you so much for your patience,
I hope it is worth the wait.