You are in for a treat this week; Studio 180 Design is hosting the Evening Elegance blog hop with several of our talented Certified Instructors. Each day two designs from our free BlockBuster program will be showcased in my signature collection, Twilight Chic.
One of the secrets to constructing a successful sampler quilt is using common fabrics for each of the different block designs. Hopefully you’ll be inspired to use a fabric collection from your stash, or consider seeking out those Twilight Chic fabrics at your nearest quilt shop. Make sure to check with them to see if they’ve ordered the collection!
The entirety of my Twilight Chic Collection from Island Batik
Today Karen Overton of the Quilt Rambler will be introducing you to the first two blocks of our sampler: BlockBuster #1 - Ohio Star Variation, and BlockBuster #21 – Around the Block. Hop on over to her blog to get the full scoop, and to see her two blocks done up in Twilight Chic.
BlockBuster #1 - Ohio Star Variation & #21 - Around the Block
Karen Overton, The Quilt Rambler
Karen is from Bacliff, Texas, and became a Studio 180 Design Certified Instructor in 2017. She is a teacher, quilt designer, pattern writer and amazing longarm quilter. In true rambler fashion, Karen loves “talking quilts” through her blog. There she shares her stories about her adventures as an Island Batik Ambassador, travels to quilt shows, tours of quilt shops, as well as her take on everyday experiences that generally involve quilting, God, and family! Plus she throws in a few tips and tricks of the trade for good measure!
She has published several of her own patterns for quilts that she designed for Island Batik; Illuminated Journey, Geese over Galveston Bay, and Fiesta Stars to name a few. Be sure to consider them when choosing a design for your next quilting project.
Geese over Galveston Bay, Fiesta Stars, and Illuminated Journey
Don’t forget to check back here daily to learn more about the next two blocks. Each presenter will be revealing construction hints and tips as well as their thoughts about all things quilt related. Keep up with who is posting using the schedule below.
What a great season 2024 was for our BlockBuster series! Can you believe that this is Season 9 of our popular free block library? From simple blocks that use some basic units, to intricate blocks that use star tools and new technique sheets, there is something for everyone in Season 9.
We all have favorite things in our sewing spaces that make life a little easier when we’re quilting. They can be notions that are made specifically for quilting, or they can be something else entirely! Those of us who work at Studio 180 Design are no exception. Here are the things in our sewing rooms that we love working with.
