Showcase your favorite fabrics in a handmade jar opener! All you need is two squares of fabric and non-slip drawer liner to make a useful (and stylish) kitchen accessory. This project is quick and easy to sew, which also makes it an ideal gift to make in multiples -- just pair it with a jar of jam or jelly! I've shared some important notes, favorite tools, and a video tutorial below, so keep reading! Pattern Details Finished jar opener: 6" square Techniques used: Basic sewing

Strip piecing is a process that involves sewing long strips together and then cutting them into smaller segments that you can use in your quilt block. It can save time and thread. But if can also cause issues in your finished block if the strip pieced units aren't accurate. Here are my best tips for strip piecing! Strip Piecing Tips Sew accurately. Variations in seam allowances can multiply errors across your strip set and cause your segments to be too small or too large. Use

When I first started quilting, I made quilts we needed and could use in our home. But then my quilt collection started growing -- I had quilts for each season and holiday, quilts for potential donation, quilts for my business. And as my stack of quilts grew and grew, it became harder to store my quilts. I was in desperate need of a storage system that didn't involve just stacking the quilts haphazardly in the closet and hoping for the best. I stumbled upon these storage bags

Happy New Year! The start of the year is my favorite -- I love opening a new planner, making goals, and dreaming big! I make goals for both my personal life as well as my quilting life. It truly helps keep me on track and accomplish things that are important to me each year. Without further ado, here are my goals for 2026! Prioritize Sewing at Least Twice a Week Last year, the only sewing I did was for Happy Hour Stitches. Every project had deadlines or I was sewing while fil