End of INCREDIBLE chapter
Hi everyone!⠀I am writing this post to express my sincere appreciation for the opportunity to be a part of the BERNINA Ambassador Program in Canada. It has been an incredible journey, filled with invaluable experiences and personal growth. As I approached the end of the contract, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on […]
Issue 62 of a Needle Pulling Thread: Always a Dreamer, wall art.
Hi, dreamers and makers! Choosing the perfect design for this issue was no small task, as I found myself overwhelmed with an abundance of ideas. Sitting at my desk, surrounded by countless sketches, I was lost in the creative process until the perfect design revealed itself to me. And then, it happened—the inspiration struck. The […]
Collapsible Thread Catcher
Meet my new travel companion – the ultimate COLLAPSIBLE THREAD CATCHER! Whether I’m hand-stitching or using my sewing machine, those pesky thread ends and bits of quilting cotton end up scattered all over. It’s a sure sign of chaos when I’m engrossed in my stitching and Bo, my Yorkie, casually struts by, adorned with threads […]
Round Case: SIMPLY Moderne #33 (QUILTMANIA), Summer issue 2023
Hi there, crafty souls! I’m so thrilled to share my latest creation with you – the White Bonny Kitty Round Case! 🐾🌸 This project, featured in the summer issue of Simply Moderne (Issue #33), is a true labor of love, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. Just picture the elegant harmony of Tula Homemade fabrics coming […]
Sunshine Feline Guards draught excluder
As a Benartex Ambassador, I am thrilled to share my latest tutorial: a charming draught excluder inspired by the nearest ‘Sunshine Cats’ fabric collection fabric collection 2023 by Oxana Zaika! Using the vibrant and playful panel from the collection, featuring a row of mischievous feline friends, I made a draught excluder that adds a touch […]
Fancy Retro Head Wrap
Hi everyone! Are you ready to create a fancy accessory? My new workshop features a beginner-friendly project that’s perfect for all skill levels – a gorgeous head wrap! In Ukraine, we call this type of head wrap “Solokha,” named after a vivid character in the Ukrainian story “The Night Before Christmas” by Gogol. All you […]
KAREN’S QUILT CIRCLE: My Interview with Karen Brown of Just Get It Done Quilts!
🎉 Exciting News, Dear Souls of Needle and Thread! 🎉 I had the wonderful opportunity to chat with Karen Brown from Just Get It Done Quilts! Our conversation was packed with inspiration, stories, and tips that every quilting enthusiast will love.🌟 From exploring my creative journey to sharing behind-the-scenes details about my favorite quilting techniques, this interview truly […]
Easy zipper pocket with fun block “I’m Cutie and I know it”
Are you ready to add some cuteness to your crafting projects? Look no further than the “I’m Cutie and I know it” pocket with a ginger cat block, featuring the beautiful Benartex Chalk Garden fabrics! As a new Benartex Ambassador, I am excited to share my first project using these lovely fabrics. Follow along step-by-step […]
A Fun and Functional Tote Bag for the Benartex 2023 Ambassador Challenge
Welcome back to my creative corner! I’m thrilled to share my latest project with you—a special creation for the first 2023 Benartex Ambassadors group challenge. The task was to design a unique tote bag featuring the Benartex logo, and I couldn’t wait to dive into this exciting project! For this tote, I had the absolute […]
Stand With Ukraine Art Quilts Charity Auction interview to Lindsay the founder of @making_stitches_podcast
I want to share with you something I’m really grateful for. I want to share with you a very very personal interview to Lindsay founder of Making Stitches Podcast. At the beginning of this year I first virtually met Lindsay. I was proud to be her podcast guest! I was charmed her as a journalist […]