Thistle Pattern and Kit in Connecting Threads

Have you seen the newest quilt patterns and kits from Connecting Threads?  The Thistle quilt is one of three patterns I have in their new catalog.  Shop all three of my new patterns at the Connecting Threads website now!  

Thistle works up quickly in crisp blues.  This fresh new fabric collection by Connecting Threads is Cottage Cove.  I just love the wonderful range of blues from whisper light to deep blue sea.  The finished Thistle quilt measures 59" square and is appropriate for intermediate level quilters.

The kits include the Thistle pattern and the Cottage Cove fabrics needed to sew the quilt top.  The kits are available for sale at this link:  Thistle Quilt Kit  

If you prefer to order the pattern only, you can get it here:  Thistle Quilt Pattern

Either way, I hope you'll try this fun Curlicue Creations pattern!  If you sew a Thistle quilt, or any of my patterns, I would love to see your quilt.  Please tag me on Facebook or Instagram @curlicuecreations.

I also wanted to let you know, my next signature collection with Island Batik Lumin Fabrics is starting to ship to local quilt shops now.  Sunflower Spice is a bright rainbow collection of fabrics.  I'll be hosting a blog hop with some of my favorite quilter friends beginning June 10th.  I'll be giving away a fat quarter bundle of the new collection, and patterns, too!  I can't wait to show you the new patterns I've created to accompany the Sunflower Spice fabric collection.  I'm also anticipating seeing what everyone created for the hop ~ exciting times ahead!  Mark your calendar for June 1st through 10th for Sunflower Spice inspiration.

Be Creative ~ Sew Something Beautiful Today.

Jennifer Thomas

Curlicue Creations

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Tisket Tasket Quilt Pattern and Kit in Connecting Threads

Have you seen my newest pattern with Connecting Threads?  It's Tisket Tasket, a cute little project 

(18-1/2" x 18-1/2") made in their new Tranquil Blume fabric collection.  It's available on their website as both a kit and as a downloadable pattern.

As you can see, Tisket Tasket is made up of four darling basket blocks with easy fusible applique handles.  The pieced border gives it an extra special finish.

So cute up on a wall, or as a table topper.

Here's another Tisket Tasket quilt I've been making with some of my Island Batik stash.  I just need to add the binding and it will be finished!

Order your kit here:  Tisket Tasket Quilt Kit

Order the downloadable pattern here:  Tisket Tasket Quilt Pattern Download

If you make a Tisket Tasket quilt, please share a pic by tagging me on Facebook or Instagram @curlicuecreations.  I would love to see your quilt.

Be Creative ~ Sew Something Beautiful Today.

Jennifer Thomas

Curlicue Creations

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Lindy Hop Quilt and Pattern

Introducing Lindy Hop!  This is the third quilt I made to coordinate with Berry Crush, my signature fabric collection with Island Batik Lumin Fabrics.  

Berry Crush is available in local quilt shops now, along with the Lindy Hop pattern.  I used all 20 of the fabrics from the Berry Crush fabric in my quilt.  

Here is one block I made for this quilt.  The curves are so easy to do with fusible web applique.

Chessie was my companion whilst making Lindy Hop. She loves a good piece of batting.  So cuddly!

Here's a few photos of the completed quilt that I took today:

This photo shows the backing. I used the Redwood fabric from Island Batik's Ravishing Reds collection.  This fabric is always available.  I love how well it coordinates with the Berry Crush fabrics.

This pic shows one block, quilted.  I love the way the loopy meander quilting adds texture to the quilt.  

I used Aurifil 2410 for the quilting and Hobbs Heirloom Premium Cotton Batting (my favorite).

Lindy Hop is on my front porch glider, ready for this beautiful Spring like weather we are having today.  This is my favorite place to hang out at home. 

Close up Lindy Hop.

A pretty pink petal.

Lindy Hop, rolled up to show the binding.  I used the same fabric for binding as the skinny outer border.  It's my favorite fabric in the Berry Crush collection.  I love the deep dark purple with the berry design.

Lovely folds.

Mr. Spots got a pic with Lindy Hop and a little peek of sunshine.  It's such a nice day today.  Chessie is his Mama.

Lindy Hop

Quilt Stats:

Quilt Size:  66" x 86"

Fabric:  Berry Crush, Jennifer Thomas/Curlicue Creations signature collection by Island Batik Lumin Fabrics

Thread:  Aurifil 2410

Batting:  Hobbs Heirloom Premium Cotton

Needles:  Schmetz

Iron:  Oliso

Designed in EQ8

You can get the Lindy Hop pattern in local quilt shops, or order directly from the Curlicue Creations Etsy Shop, here:  Lindy Hop Pattern

If you sew a Lindy Hop quilt, please send me a pic by tagging @curlicuecreations on Facebook or Instagram.  I would love to see your quilt!

Be Creative ~ Sew Something Beautiful Today!

Jennifer Thomas

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Chimes Quilt and Pattern

 Next up in the quilts I made with the Berry Crush collection, my signature collection with Island Batik Lumin Fabrics is the dramatic Chimes quilt.  This quilt pairs the Berry Crush collection with solid Black and White for an eye-catching, color popping design.  The blocks are arranged in an on-point setting for this project.  (Above photo by Jerry Khiev)

Here's the Berry Crush fabric collection.  There are 20 fabrics in a fabulous range of pinks and purples with hints of peach and midnight blue.  These fabrics are in local quilt shops now.  If you don't see this in your local shop, along with the Curlicue Creations patterns, please ask for them.

The Chimes blocks have a simple crossing design.  They are fun and easy to piece with full color diagrams to help you navigate the pattern.  All of my patterns feature step-by-step instructions accompanies by full color diagrams.

I used my Oliso iron throughout to press all seams nice and flat.

I use my design wall a lot while piecing quilt blocks.  I often get ideas for new designs by playing with partial blocks.  

The secondary blocks for the Chimes quilt.  These are a variation of a nine patch with a four patch in the middle so they are also a crossing style of block.

Here I'm stitching the borders onto the quilt.  I used Schmetz needles and Aurifil thread to piece the Chimes quilt.

The pink border adds some zing to the quilt!

Next ~ to the quilting.  I used Hobbs Black Heirloom 80/20 for this quilt.  The black batting works wonderfully for dark quilts like this one.  It helps keep the dark toned fabrics dark, makes everything pop, and you don't have to worry about any white batting coming through your quilt top.

I quilted a loopy meander design all over the quilt top in a variegated thread.

Here's the finished quilt photos.  I used Island Batik's Regal fabric for the quilt backing.  This fabric is part of the Playful Purples collection and is always available.

Chimes block close up.

Front porch photo.  It is absolutely freezing today.  You would need the Chimes quilt, plus a few more to sit out here.

Loopy meander quilting close up on the secondary block.

Beautiful black binding to match the outer border.

Chimes

Quilt Stats:

Quilt Size:  65" x 82"

Block Size: 12" x 12"

Fabric:  Berry Crush signature collection for Jennifer Thomas/Curlicue Creations by Island Batik/LuminFabrics

Batting:  Hobbs Heirloom 80/20 Black

Thread:  Aurifil

Iron:  Oliso

Needles:  Schmetz

Designed in EQ8

Order your pattern to make the Chimes quilt today, in the Curlicue Creations Etsy Shop.

Click here for a PDF instant download Chimes pattern.

Click here for a Chimes paper pattern (snail mail).

If you sew a Chimes pattern, please share a pic with me by tagging @curlicuecreations on Facebook or Instagram I would love to see your quilt!

Be Creative ~ Sew Something Beautiful Today.

Jennifer Thomas

Curlicue Creations

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