Jeannie's Xs and Os

Here's another quilt from 101 Fabulous Small Quilts. 
Jeannie made Ellen Pahl's Xs and Os using beautiful batiks. The quilt finishes at 20" X 20" and the finished block is 4" X 4".

Jeannie's Xs and Os

How long have you been quilting?

Officially since 1990 and unofficially since 1978. 

What are you most drawn to about quilting?

I love playing with colour. Coming up with unconventional combinations and making them work together.

What are you currently working on?

I have a few projects on the go. One of them is a Log Cabing Quilt using Marti Michell's ruler. This will be a class at Sew Sisters this Fall. 

What's your favourite dessert?

Cheese Cake

What toppings do you put on your hamburger?

Ketchup, mustard and lettuce. 

How long have you worked at Sew Sisters?

Almost 4 years. 

What do you do at the store?

I'm the Assistant Manager and I teach classes.

Do you have pets? What kind?

A dog named Albert and a cat named Jaxy. 

What's your other favorite thing to do beside quilting?

Hang out with my family.

What's your favorite notion or gadget?

At the minute it is my Curve Master Foot for my sewing machine. It makes sewing curves a breeze!

Jeannie with her Xs and Os Small Quilt

New Kits

You can enjoy spring and still do some sewing with these quick and easy projects.

Pick up a Snap Sack® Kit and whip up a delightful, collectible wall hanging in no time. The kit includes the pattern and all the fabric you need for the top, backing and binding for only $15.99. Snap Sack® Kits are designed by Joan Ford from Hummingbird Highway.  Look out for more in this series.

Snap Sack® Kit - Happy Hour

It's time to have some fun! Grab this great Snap Sack® Kit and get ready for Happy Hour! This easy to piece wall hanging is a great gift for a fun loving friend or bride to be on her bachelorette party!
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Snap Sack® Kit - Regatta

These fun sail boats are perfect for your little guy who wants to sail away on new adventures, or for your man who loves his boat. Regatta is made with Sail Away—a lovely nautical themed collection by Deborah Edwards for Northcott Studio. The quilt finishes at approximately 16" X 21". 

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Just for Fun - It’s a Hoot

Isn't this little guy simply adorable! Just for Fun - It's a Hoot is designed by Eileen Sullivan from The Designer's Workshop.  You can use this as a little wall hanging, a mug rug, or even just frame the top for a fabric picture! A basic knowledge of paper piecing is required to make this project.  The kit includes the pattern and all the fabric you need for the top and backing for only $7.99. We finished off this little quilt envelope style. It's a Hoot finishes at approximately 7.25" X 6.25"
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Sail- a- Bration Quilt Kit

This beautiful quilt with historical ships is a must have for the sailors and ship aficionados in your family.
Designed by Prairie's Edge Patchworks, the quilt features the Clipper, Brigantine, Frigate, and Schooner. The ships can be hand or machine embroidered for a stunning result.
The finished quilt measures 48” X 48” and would make an elegant wall hanging.

Click here to purchase: Sail - a - Bration Quilt Kit