I decided to go with the second layout for the giant star quilt. I think it is clean and simple, a design that coordinates well with the fabric. It;s a good size quilt at 68″ square. Maman is a beautiful line. It is all organic cotton and it was interesting to work with. In the...
I’ve been playing around with some new bags. I know what I’m going for, and I’m excited to see what is in my head become tangible. I’ve had AMH’s gorgeous LouLouThi velveteens sitting on the shelf above my sewing machine for about nine months. I couldn’t cut into them! I think I’ve found my project for them...
I don’t have any finished projects to show you today. Instead I thought I’d indulge you with some of the yummy fabric stacks I’ll be working with this weekend. I’d prefer to hold off on telling you what these will become, but when I can, I will most definitely share the finished projects with you....
I bought Layla a stroller for her baby doll forever ago at Target. It was only $8 so I didn’t expect the seat it came with to last forever – especially since Layla thought she could use it for herself. It immediately ripped, and though I’ve repaired it many times, it was time for it to...
I’m really having a great week. I haven’t loved everything about the week, but I have to tell you I started this week with a great attitude and a determination to get things done and that is just what has happened. I finished four projects on Monday, worked on Tuesday, and today I’ve finished up...
Welcome to Olivia Jane Handcrafted! I'm Meredith and this is my creative journal. Here you'll find loads of inspiration for a handmade wardrobe, home decor, bags, and quilts. I even have plenty of projects and tutorials to get you started or help you along the way.
Love it! How are you going to quilt this one. I struggled and struggled on how to do mine and finally just jumped in. I love it now!
I’m not positive how I’ll quilt it yet, but my typical style is to complement whatever the overall design of the quilt it. So I’ll probably outline the star and quilt inside it, similar to how you quilted yours. I’m excited to get started on it!
I would love to find the pattern for this beautiful star. Can’t find dirrections anywhere. Would you plse let me know where I cand find the pattern for this simple star ? I will purchase if available to purchase. I want to make this beautiful star for my Son in law for QOV ! Thanks so n advance
I believe there is a tutorial for a giant start quilt on the In Color Order blog. :)
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