Fabric pulls for February

It's hard to believe that February has passed so quickly! This month, I made sure to send out my group of little houses for A Quilt for a Child. I just can't wait to see what the finished piece will look like. If you're interested in seeing the abundance of awesome homes created, just head onto Instagram and search the hashtag villagequilt.

On another note, ideas are looming! New quilt patterns, new apron designs, and some random playing around with fabric makes me wish I had more hours in the day to spend creating!

I made quite a bit of progress with my foundation paper piecing hearts quilt.

I opted for a quirky layout rather that scattering the two different types of hearts.

I really really really adore this piece! I ordered some more background fabric in which I plan to mimic the "C" shape taking place.

I mean, who says that everything has to be centered?

The latest... my take on creating an oversized FPP design!

What do you think? I've got a few more blocks to go. Trying to foundation paper piece an oversized block is a bit more trying than I thought it would be... but just look at those points!! LOVING THIS!! Pinning is the key.... especially when stitching on the bias.

And the rainbow fabrics below? They are getting sewn together to create a simple stripy throw!

Is it obvious I'm channeling my childhood memories of Rainbow Brite?

And last but not least, the most recent fabric pull! It's going to be a simple design that's tried and true. I can't wait to show you all more!

Happy trails to happy stitching! Here's to welcoming March!

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