by Lynett Muhaso

Have you ever cut so many quilt pieces that you end up confused what is what? Yep, that was me this weekend, getting all muddled up after cutting up so many quilt strips that were the same width different lengths. Thanks to my not so organised quilt cutting process, l cut the wrong pieces short and wasted my precious fabric that l had just enough of. Queue Lyn throwing a tantrum after realising her mistake. I dusted myself up and decided to be more organised with my cutting process and these downloadable alphabet and number cutting/quilting labels were born.

by Lynett Muhaso

I love to buy my fabric in yardage which means cutting width of fabric strips can be a bit tricky.  Have you ever cut your width of fabric strips and find they have a curve or bow along the fold.  The cut, though you made sure to line up you fabric with the lines on your cutting mat and ruler, still resulted in a curvy wonky strip?  That was totally me when l started but have since found a foolproof way to cut my fabric strips and have them come out nice and straight all the time.  Today l would like to share with you my way of cutting width of fabric strips that will result in a nice clean straight cut.  I use this method all the time when cutting my strips and thought to share with you too, if you also run into this problem of the curved strip.  You can use this method to cut multiple strips without the need to move your fabric too.

by Lynett Muhaso

It's February and with it comes all things hearts and boy is it a lovely journey going down the rabbit hole of the gorgeous heart quilts. Heart quilts make the perfect gift for any occasion, think Valentine's, a wedding, an engagement, a thinking of you gift or anytime gift for that special someone in your life.  If you're looking for some modern heart quilts to make, well, look no further as l've compiled a list of beautiful heart quilt patterns for you.  

Whether you are looking for a beginner quilt that is quick and easy to finish or one that you can take time one, this list of heart quilts (both old and new patterns, curves and all) can kick start your next sewing project.

by Lynett Muhaso

In case you missed it, Boxes of Love quilt pattern is now available!
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​You can read about the Boxes of Love single heart colour version here and the limited heart colour version here.

Today l'm excited to share with you my Tester versions of the Boxes of Love quilt pattern.  Without them, this pattern would not have been what it is.  I so appreciate their help and feedback as this helps turn ok to great and to see their interpretation of the design is always the fun.  Let's jump into the tester quilts.

by Lynett Muhaso

The Boxes of Love quilt pattern is now available!

This baby size Boxes of Love quilt was first off the rank when we decided this pattern was a go.  I was so eager to get started that l finished cutting and piecing the top within the day.  I love the colour combination of the pink, green and white, a palette l have wanted to use for the longest of times but not the right project on hand.  All the fabrics used are Kona solids and l just can't help but smile each time l see this baby size Boxes of Love quilt.  This single colour heart version uses yardage, so pull out your favourite fabrics and get started.   For a different colour palette check out this post for the limited colour version and this post of Tester quilts. 

by Lynett Muhaso

Boxes of Love quilt pattern is now available!

Boxes of Love quilt pattern is finally here and l couldn't be any more excited.  This quilt pattern has been the most rewarding pattern l have written to date.  Why, you ask?  It has been the most rewarding because l got to collaborate with my 9yr old baby girl, Lily aka Petal.  You see, when l decided to embark on this journey, it was not only just for me but to show up for my girls to go for their passions.  l would play with some designs and only ever let her colour in said designs because like my fabric scissors, l didn't want her "ruining or damaging" my design programme.  That is, until one day l decided to let go, let her reign free and see where it leads her.  Once l gave her permission and free reign to tinker beyond just the colouring of already made designs, we created her own folder and she got to play.  One of the many designs she made was what we now call Boxes of Love quilt pattern.