Category Archives: Hexagons

New Pattern: Doodlebug Garden

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Emily

I’m so excited to share my latest lap quilt pattern with you! This quilt sews together quickly with the Inklingo 2″ hexagon collection, or the From Marti Michell small hexagon set.  You could also use the fabric charts and full-color … Continue reading →

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New Pattern: Ladybug Picnic

Posted on April 20, 2013 by Emily

I really, really wanted to name this pattern “Seven Silly Sisters”, since it is a variation on the classic Seven Sisters pattern.  But I was afraid people would assume the ladybugs were the sisters, and not trust a designer who … Continue reading →

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New Pattern- Delectable Watermelon

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Emily

What an exciting week!  I’m thrilled to introduce you to my latest English paper piecing pattern, Delectable Watermelon.  Like all my patterns, you’ll find step-by-step instructions for English paper piecing, lots of diagrams and graphics, a template page for photocopying your own paper … Continue reading →

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Hexagons Everywhere!

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Emily

This week’s post will be brief, because I’m busily wrapping up a new pattern to release next week.  While I edit furiously, you should check out the latest issue of Quiltmaker.  It’s all hexies!  Also check out their blog for … Continue reading →

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Glorious Autumn Block Party

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Emily

Welcome!  I’m so excited to share a block with you today for the Glorious Autumn Block Party hosted by the Quilting Gallery. If you’re new to my blog, please look around.  I’m a huge fan of hexagon quilts in all … Continue reading →

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Quilt Festival Recap

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Emily

This weekend, we packed up the kiddos and headed to Houston for Quilt Festival.  Saturday started off on a funny note.  We had a hard time getting to the convention center due to a parade marching all along the streets … Continue reading →

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New Pattern: Tumbling Snowflakes

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Emily

I’m so excited to announce that this pattern is finally finished.  And the quilt is on display in the Pattern Peddlers booth at Quilt Market!  Happy, happy day!! Making this quilt has been such a journey, it hardly seems possible … Continue reading →

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You Asked for It!

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Emily

I’ve been so encouraged by all of your  amazing support for my patterns.  Some of you have asked about downloadable versions.  The notion of managing all of that on my website, with my limited knowledge of such things, was daunting … Continue reading →

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So Close!

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Emily

Today, the fates nearly aligned perfectly in my favor.  We had a quiet morning.  The three kids not in school all went down for a nap at the same time.  I put a cranberry pork roast into the slow cooker … Continue reading →

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In a Whirlwind

Posted on September 21, 2012 by Emily

Thank you to everyone who left positive comments on the last post- I’m so glad it was helpful!  It hardly seems possible that another week has flown by.  With school routines, helping with my son’s Cub Scout den and my … Continue reading →

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