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the what is? series

What is a Pattern Tester?
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What is a Pattern Tester?

Little Miss Sawtooth Quilt   This is a question I get asked weekly.  Probably because I talk about my testers often on Instagram.  So I thought we’d go through this today.  It’s a fun topic, I think! Big businesses probably have trained copy editors for testing, but us indie businesses count on the average quilter…

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The Great BIG Scrap Discussion – Part 1- What is a fabric scrap?
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The Great BIG Scrap Discussion – Part 1- What is a fabric scrap?

This post is part of a 4-series of posts dedicated to the topic of fabric scraps. Find all the posts in this series here. Find all my scrappy quilts here.     I’ve been working on this post for weeks, and I’m so very glad to get this out to you today!  It’s my favorite…

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What is Raw Edge Applique? – Dresden Plate Quilt – #6 – Quilt Reveal
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What is Raw Edge Applique? – Dresden Plate Quilt – #6 – Quilt Reveal

 There is a lot of words thrown around by quilt makers that might leave an outsider or new quilter scratching their head.  The What Is Series is where I tackle those topics. View all articles in the series here. If you have something that you wanted covered, please let me know by contacting me here….

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What is Chain Piecing? ( video tutorial )
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What is Chain Piecing? ( video tutorial )

 There is a lot of words thrown around by quilt makers that might leave an outsider or new quilter scratching their head.  The What Is Series is where I tackle those topics. View all articles in the series here. If you have something that you wanted covered, please let me know by contacting me here….

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Monday is all about Fabric – #52 – What is Low Volume?
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Monday is all about Fabric – #52 – What is Low Volume?

 There is a lot of words thrown around by quilt makers that might leave an outsider or new quilter scratching their head.  The What Is Series is where I tackle those topics. View all articles in the series here. If you have something that you wanted covered, please let me know by contacting me here….

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What is a WIP? + my current count of them
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What is a WIP? + my current count of them

 There is a lot of words thrown around by quilt makers that might leave an outsider or new quilter scratching their head.  The What Is Series is where I tackle those topics. View all articles in the series here. If you have something that you wanted covered, please let me know by contacting me here….

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Showing off my hourglass blocks for the Dilly Dall Showing off my hourglass blocks for the Dilly Dally quilt today ⏳First up: classic hourglass. Simple, clean, and that pinwheel center gets me every time.Then there’s the Ohio Star (my forever favorite). It’s just so pretty and elegant.And finally... the intense one. Eight tiny hourglass units and a big fussy cut center. It took a minute, but so worth it. Comment "dilly" for more details.
And... we’re diving into the hourglass section o And... we’re diving into the hourglass section of the Dilly Dally quilt! ⏳I’m pressing all the seams open on these, and the points aren’t always perfect, but that’s just how it goes sometimes. Keep stitching, keep breathing.
All the blocks I’ve made so far for Dilly Dally. All the blocks I’ve made so far for Dilly Dally. Can you guess which one’s my favorite? #dillydallyquilt #jellybeanmeadowfabrics
Today is your last chance to pre-order the Garden Today is your last chance to pre-order the Garden Therapy Collection! 🌸Don’t miss out on these gorgeous fabrics. Swipe to see the quilts I’ve made with them for a little inspiration! Pre-order now before it’s too late! https://meanderandmake.com/fabric/collections/garden-therapy/
We’ve officially finished the half square triang We’ve officially finished the half square triangle section in the Dilly Dally quilt class! 🎉The final three blocks are now available. All the patterns are ready to download, and every demo video is up and waiting for you.These three are a little more challenging (and packed with fussy cutting opportunities!), but they’re also some of my favorites.If you’re working along with us, head over to the class to grab what you need and keep going!#dillydallyquilt Comment "dilly" for more details.
Perfectly imperfect and still part of something be Perfectly imperfect and still part of something beautiful. ✨ ✔️ #dillydallyquilt #tinyterrazzofabrics Cabinet from @arrowsewing
The most satisfying feeling: getting another block The most satisfying feeling: getting another block finished and up on the wall. Future me is going to very cozy under this yummy quilt! 💕 🥰  #dillydallyquilt #tinyterrazzofabrics
31 blocks down, 18 to go… and yes, I’m absolut 31 blocks down, 18 to go… and yes, I’m absolutely counting every single one.Sampler quilts are not for the faint of heart, but wow, watching it come together is giving me all the good feels. #dillydallyquilt Cabinet from @arrowsewing
Some close ups of the quilting on my latest #fernw Some close ups of the quilting on my latest #fernwehquilt in #gardentherapyfabrics . https://meanderandmake.com/quilt-kits/fernweh-quilt/
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