Pat Sloan's Blog

Tulips!

Today I have My purple tulip top with a tip on auditioning the stripe, and a Fantastic Site Wide 20% off coupon, if you were thinking of a die cut machine, this is the time to do it! Let's get started... Article continues below this Ad For my 4 block tulip wall hanging from my 'Celebrate the Seasons' I added an outer border 2" wide. The star in the center is with a strip and created doing 'sew and flip' . Let me show you that TIP: Place your squares on all for spots Fold back to see the direction... Read more →

What's the best way to learn how to use my Gemini machine?

When I want to learn a new tool, I go basic! It's SO MUCH easier to learn something new by using your scraps and staying focused on what is important, learning. In the video I'm walking you through the whole process of how I cut up scraps to create my 'Free Quilts' like the green one behind me. I show you using the Gemini Die cutter step by step. it's SO easy! **BUY A GEMINI and all the Accessories** ** CLose Caption at https://youtu.be/ol0xYJ6SCP0 Below are some up close photos of things I mentioned in the video and at the... Read more →

How does that cool die cut machine really work?

I recently hinted that I found a wonderful new tool when I was at the trade show in Houston, it's arrived! My friend Katy Jones wrote me before I went to the show. She works with Crafter's Companion company and asked me if I'd like to take a look at the die cut machine they make. If Katy asks me, I'm going to take a look! I've known Katy for a long time, she has been on my podcast, and she is a super talented quilt maker and friend. The Crafter's Companion company is run by an amazing lady, Sara... Read more →