One of my *favorite* things about blogging are the many friends I’ve met online. Today, I’m excited to share a fun giveaway with you that will not only get you three great books but a chance to get to know three lovely ladies better, too! Angie of Yellow Pelican is a mom who shares her vocation as a wife…
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Christmas in July Sewing and Quilting Bundle Sale Winners!
So excited to be back with you to share the winners of our Christmas in July Quilting and Sewing Pattern Bundle Sale! The sale may have ended until next year, but it was a pleasure to reach out to these 20 individuals and let them know they’ve won. An extra special thank you to Craftsy and Make buy soma muscle relaxer…
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Recipe: Healthy Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Ice Cream
Ahh…summer time. Lazy days by the pool, late night bbq’s with the neighbors, and cool ice cream to beat the heat. Speaking of ice cream…did you know July is National Ice Cream Month? To join in the frozen fun, I wanted to share our favorite recipe for healthy peanut butter chocolate banana ice cream – because, if there were ever…
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Christmas in July Bundle Sale: Pattern Sneak Peek! Poinsettia Quilt
Are you ready for a bit of early Christmas? This brilliantly pieced pattern was written by Cheryl from Meadow Mist Design. Poinsettias are always such a prominent image of wintertime, and the way they pop on her quilt against the white snowy background made this a pattern I couldn’t wait to try! First up…fabric selection! I have a personal goal…
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Christmas in July Bundle Sale: Pattern Sneak Peek! Geometric Reindeer
This fun paper piecing pattern, included in the bundle, was written by the talented Kristy Lea of Quiet Play. It’s been *a long* time since I’ve done a paper piecing pattern, and thought this would make the cutest pillow as a gift for Christmas. Last Christmas, I went crazy working on a thousand last minute gifts (or eight, but…
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Building Blocks Tuesday: Busy Bee Blocks
Welcome to this week’s edition of Building Blocks Tuesday! I’m so excited to host and thank Jen at Quilter in the Closet for the opportunity to connect with you all. By way of quick intro, I’m (like you!) a fabric lover, and am inspired to create quilts and patterns focused on my faith. Want a longer intro? Here you go…
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Christmas in July – Quilting and Sewing Bundle Sale
Welcome to Christmas in July – a totally unique opportunity for quilters and sewists to share in an amazing bundle of quilt patterns, exclusive discounts, and opportunities to win made *just for you*. This sale only happens once a year and lasts for just 72 hours, and we’re inviting you to join in the fun! Here’s what’s included: Each…
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Sneak Peak: Christmas in July!
Do you love Christmas, but dread the last minute rush to come up with and make gifts for everyone on your list? How great would it be if you had a bunch of amazing patterns, all perfect for Christmas, delivered to you *and* you still had six months to make some amazing gifts for Christmas? Stay tuned! I’m excited to…
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New Quilter Blog Hop
Hi! Welcome to Week Two of the New Quilt Blogger Hop, and to Faith and Fabric – my little piece of the online community. It’s been a fun few months so far, and special thanks to Cheryl, Yvonne, and Stephanie for coordinating this fun hop. Without further adieu, here’s a bit about me and my site: SHARE YOUR FAVORITE QUILT…
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Deciding How to – or Not – Quilt a Mini
One of the things I’m working on is trying to figure out what quilting techniques work in small spaces. Most recently, I finished this mini Christmas quilt applique wall hanging. Loving how it turned out (it’s even better in person!), but wasn’t sure how to quilt the small grid spaces in the quilt. After doing a combined blanket + rough…
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Small Business Strategies: Creating a New Product Line
Welcome to this month’s edition of Small Business Strategies! This month, I’m joined by the incredibly sweet and kind Nell of Whole Parenting Family. Not only is she one of the most natural mamas I know, but she’s a talented sewist as well. Have you seen the adorable leggings she makes? Love. We’re here today to talk with you about product lines…
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Wine Bags and Charm Sets
Lately I’ve been having so much fun making wine bags and wine charm sets for the shop! It’s no secret that I love wine, and what attracted me to making these was not only that it combined two of my loves (red wine and sewing!), but that the metal stamping was an entirely new art to begin learning about. They…
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Pattern: Christmas Applique Quilt Patterns
Christmas is such a fun time of year, and when it comes to getting creative, there are so many ways to do it! …unfortunately, if you’re like me, you tend to wait until the 9th hour (or Christmas Eve) to really get started on making Christmas presents. Sharing a really fun way to add some Christmas pizzazz to just about…
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A Little Bit Country
Perhaps it’s because my father, father-in-law, and grandfathers were part of the military, or maybe it’s living so close to a military base and seeing the Marines throughout the city, but every time I see the red, white, and blue flags waving in the breeze, I get a bit misty eyed! I’ve had this fun fabric for a few months…
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Pattern: Felt Bible Activity Books – Miracles of Jesus
Are you looking for a fun way to teach fine motor skills *and* faith to your child? This felt Bible activity book provides hands-on learning for children ages 2-4, all while teaching them about the miracles of Jesus. With this book, your children will have the opportunity to snap, button, pull, zip, and Velcro their way through five of the…
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