Author Archives: Melissa Dunworth

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Giving Thanks

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Melissa Dunworth

I have always thought of Thanksgiving as a day for reflection.  I have so much in my life to be thankful for this year. First and foremost I am grateful for my husband’s safety and the fact that he is … Continue reading →

Posted in Thanksgiving | 7 Comments

Vintage Christmas Sampler – Waterwheel Block

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Melissa Dunworth

The next block in the Vintage Christmas Sampler is the Waterwheel Block. I saw several variations of this block in the Encyclopedia of Pieced Quilt Patterns. I drew a few of them out and didn’t like the proportions of the … Continue reading →

Posted in block tutorials, half square triangles, quilt along, quilt blocks, Quilt Patterns, vintage christmas sampler | 6 Comments

Everyone loves a winner!

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Melissa Dunworth

Thank you to everyone who entered the giveaway last week that was so generously sponsored by Fat Quarter Shop! It sounds like Santa has his work cut out for all of us quilters this year. And without further ado…the winner … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 5 Comments

Quilting Tools I Can’t Live Without

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Melissa Dunworth

I have been thinking a lot late about essential tools that every quilter should have on hand – I’ve also been thinking how I wish I hadn’t had to discover the vast majority on my own through trial and error … Continue reading →

Posted in product review, Uncategorized | 6 Comments

Vintage Christmas Sampler – Fireflies Block

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Melissa Dunworth

I love this block. It is block number 1316b – Fireflies.  It is in the Encyclopedia of Pieced Quilt Patterns and is attributed to James.  It is a fun block and great for featuring a printed fabric. This is the … Continue reading →

Posted in block tutorials, Christmas sampler, quilt along, quilt blocks, vintage christmas sampler | 5 Comments