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    October Birthstone Block Sew-Along: Pink Tourmaline

    October 17, 2019 /

    October Birthstone Sew-Along: Pink Tourmaline Join us for the October birthstone block sew-along! This Pink Tourmaline gem not only represents babies born in October, but also translates into a great Breast Cancer Awareness “go pink!” block. SUPPLIES October Birthstone Block pattern by MJ Kinman Fat quarter bundle of Paintbrush Studio pink, lavender, violet, black and white fabrics Sulky 40 wt. Rayon thread (at least six shades to match fabrics) Rotary cutter, cutting mat & ruler 90/14 Organ sewing machine needles Paper scissors (or rotary blade designated for paper) Some of the above links are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. TIP Purchase the October Birthstone…

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    June 19, 2019 /

    The June Birthstone Block by MJ Kinman is the first block I’m making to create an entire Birthstone quilt. Here is the process I followed to piece the block, following the expert instructions from MJ in her pattern. I worked from the June Birthstone Gem kit, which includes the pattern, fabrics by Paintbrush Studio and Sulky rayon threads. Yes, MJ uses rayon thread for quilting! And she switches colors for each facet to not compete with the hues or color value. It’s an amazing process that really leaves you with a work of art. I have the complete thread collection, as I plan to make each Birthstone block. Plus, I…

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  • Emerald Gemstone Quilt Block + Rayon Threads for Quilting

    May 19, 2019 /

    Treat yourself to a precious gem and make a gemstone quilt block! Paper piecing and quilting with rayon thread combine to make a gorgeous Emerald Gemstone Quilt Block. The emerald is May’s birthstone, but also one of the “big three” of colored stones. Emeralds are all the rage, with some people choosing them for engagement rings over the traditional diamond. MJ Kinman, designer and creator of the famous Gemstone Quilt blocks, hosted a webinar with us and explained her wild-motion quilting techniques. This quilting is what she prefers for her gemstone quilt blocks and it becomes a cathartic experience with its calming repetition. For paper piecing these intricate gemstone quilt…

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    Wild-Motion Quilting Free Webinar With MJ Kinman – Textile Artist Learn the step-by-step process of wild-motion quilting with MJ Kinman, Nationally Know Artist, Quilting, and Designer in our Free Webinar. Wild-Motion quilting is a technique that MJ has perfected and features on her award-winning gem-stone quilts. In this free, 1-hour webcast you will learn the concepts behind Wild-Motion Quilting, while MJ teaches you step-by-step her entire process. Plus, you’ll learn how to apply these concepts to any quilt, including MJ’s amazing gem-stone quilts.   March 12, 2019 2:00 pm EDT Can’t make it? You can still sign up and watch it on-demand following the initial broadcast! What you’ll learn: The…

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