Author Archives: Sewfrench

Designing the Ultimate Sewing Studio for Creatives

Posted on January 22, 2025 by Sewfrench

In a heartfelt journey of transformation, we embraced change, moving closer to our grandchildren, and creating a new dream studio. Through meticulous design and cherished memories, I built a space brimming with intention, comfort, and inspiration. Blessed with love, light, and creativity, it reflects a life dedicated to passion and purpose. Continue reading →

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Chickens Are On The Loose

Posted on January 13, 2025 by Sewfrench

Because every family that raises chickens needs a chicken quilt! It was such fun pulling fabrics for this one! These chickens were inspired by a chicken block from Sewinspired. Each block was a joy filled 15 minutes of daily play … Continue reading →

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Proud To Be An American

Posted on January 6, 2025 by Sewfrench

For many Christmas’s, my five siblings, and I, rotated through our names and each made a hand crafted gift for another. I almost always make a quilt. I had previously made three (sadly no photo of the first…) for this … Continue reading →

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Best Books I Read & Loved in 2025

Posted on January 1, 2025 by Sewfrench

I read widely in 2025, but only a handful of books truly stayed with me. These twenty—across memoir, nonfiction, fantasy, and fiction—are the ones I couldn’t stop thinking about.
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Remarkable Books: My 5-Star Picks of the Year

Posted on December 31, 2024 by Sewfrench

This year has been a record-breaker for me—156 books read, with 25 earning a perfect 5-star rating. Hours spent researching new releases, rediscovering classics, following recommendations, and tackling my ever-growing TBR list paid off with an incredible collection of memorable … Continue reading →

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Mastering Collage Quilting Techniques

Posted on December 23, 2024 by Sewfrench

This Christmas 2020 wallhanging quilt for our youngest granddaughter, Amelia, the unicorn loving one. This Laura Heine collage was a winner! Even after quilting for well over 40 years there was still so much color value to be learned! This … Continue reading →

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Crafting a Custom Sized Freewheeling Single Girl Quilt

Posted on December 20, 2024 by Sewfrench

This is the second time I’ve made this Freewheeling Single Girl quilt. The first time was for our oldest granddaughter’s high school graduation in 2017. Both times I resized the rings so you got more rings per quilt. To make … Continue reading →

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Unique Memory Quilts: Creating Keepsakes from T-Shirts

Posted on December 8, 2024 by Sewfrench

Our oldest daughter’s former college roommate asked me to make a memory quilt from her mother’s tee shirt collection. Of course, I agreed. How could I not, she is like another daughter to us. I didn’t want the typical memory … Continue reading →

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Foundation Paper Piecing: Mobius Wall Hanging

Posted on December 3, 2024 by Sewfrench

This was a fun wall hanging to make. Reminds me of the Mobius strips we worked with in Geometry! Once you understood the inside out/upside down paper piecing technique, it was quick to put together. Click the video to see … Continue reading →

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Zippered Card Pouch

Posted on January 16, 2022 by Sewfrench

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I don’t know about you but this pouch has been on my radar since I first saw it a really long time ago. I think not only the beautifully coordinated fabrics but also the adorable zipper is what…