Author: Mary Ellen Stringham
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From Fabric Scraps to Heirloom Treasures: The Joyful Process of Quilting
It’s a well-known fact that quilters are a little crazy. We take perfectly good pieces of fabric, cut them into tiny pieces, and then sew them all back together again. But what comes out of that “crazy” is something truly wonderful — a functional, warm, and beautiful creation made with love in every stitch. I…
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Pumpkin Pie Applique: Free Pattern
Start off your Thanksgiving decor with our FREE Pumpkin pie applique pattern. Make something for yourself or a handmade gift for your Thanksgiving dinner hostess.
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Reintroducing Our FREE Patterns Page
🎉 We’re Bringing Back Our Free Patterns Page! 🎉 We’re so excited to announce that our Free Patterns Page is back – and we’re kicking things off with a festive new design just in time for Halloween! Say hello to our Cat Witch Applique Pattern 🐾🎃 – a playful black cat wearing a witch’s hat…
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The Secret of Cooling Butter: How a Small Change Made a Big Difference
When I first learned how to cook from my mother, it was all about the basics—reading a recipe, measuring properly, and keeping an eye on the oven timer. As a young mom, my focus was getting dinner on the table quickly and baking just the way I was taught. Now that life has slowed down…
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Cat Witch Applique Pattern-It’s Free
Black cat, pumpkin, and witchy charm—our Halloween applique pattern is frightfully fun! Perfect for towels, runners, and festive décor!”