February Goal Post

Hello my fellow Big Bed Quilt-Alongers. It's time for our first check-in. Today marks our February Goal Post. Let's celebrate our progress with pictures and prizes!

Rachel HauserFebruary 28, 2018Big Bed Quilt-Along Comments

Elora, 15 Months

Let's see, where to start? First, she's my sweetie baby. She's such a very, very good girl. A good sleeper, an affectionate temperament. Oh, she gives hugs now! That's the best.

Rachel HauserFebruary 26, 2018family Comments

Starry Woods Wall Art

Hello friends! On this Friday I'm relishing my sunny home studio and contemplating a new quilt. With several big projects behind me, I feel light and calm and creatively free. Sometimes less is more.

Rachel HauserFebruary 23, 2018hand quilting, stars, wall decor, kitchen Comments

Quilting Ideas for a Big Bed Quilt

Is the quilting stage your biggest obstacle to finishing a large quilt? I'm not surprised! Even if you typically quilt your own quilts, finishing a big bed quilt is intimidating for good reason.

Quilting TutorialsRachel HauserFebruary 21, 2018Big Bed Quilt-Along, quilting, quilt as you go Comments

Mint Dream

You know I'm hopeless about mint these days. Mint everything! But to be fair, I think the color will bring out the reddish tones in Rora's strawberry blond hair.

Rachel HauserFebruary 19, 2018children's clothing, double gauze, dress, writing a book Comments

Time-Saving Tips for Bulk Cutting

Cutting your patchwork pieces all at once is much more efficient than cutting pieces block by block. How to stay organized and avoid making mistakes in the process? Here are some time-saving tips.

Rachel HauserFebruary 14, 2018Big Bed Quilt-Along, organization, tips Comments

how to Make Time to Sew in Bits + Pieces

As busy parents and working professionals, many of us must fit sewing into the corners of life. Use these tips for making time to sew in small bites of time.

Sewing TutorialsRachel HauserFebruary 12, 2018Big Bed Quilt-Along, organization Comments

Jessie's Diabolical Jane

This is Diabolical Jane, a quilt by Jessie Aller copied from a nearly 200 year old quilt she saw on a museum tour with the DC Modern Quilt Guild. When Jessie asked me to longarm quilt it...

Rachel HauserFebruary 8, 2018longarm quilting, borders Comments

Backings from Pineapple Fabrics

Hello, my fellow Big Bed Quilt-Along-ers. I'm stopping in to share some happy news. We have prizes! It's the cherry on top of your quilt-along sundae.

Rachel HauserFebruary 8, 2018Big Bed Quilt-Along Comments

on my table

Yes, I've been sewing lately! It's just been for my book. Secret sewing - that's the worst. I like showing you what I'm making step-by-step. I love documenting the process, talking about inspiration...

Rachel HauserFebruary 5, 2018quilting, writing a book Comments

Pacing Yourself on a Long Term Project

On any big, long term project perspective is everything. When the distance between start and finish is so long, it's only natural to become discouraged, bored or overwhelmed.

Rachel HauserFebruary 2, 2018Big Bed Quilt-Along Comments

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