Tag Archives: Lara’s 1st Quilt

It took just four weeks and 1 day to finish my first quilt! I spent this past weekend quilting on our Handi Quilter longarm machine and finishing my binding, but it was all worth it to know I have a … Continue reading →

I spent over 8 hours quilting last Friday, but it was worth it to see this result! When I had finished sewing my blocks together with the sashing pieces, it was time to cut my border fabric: After sewing those … Continue reading →

My last two blocks! I can’t believe all 12 are done now. I figure my quilt is almost halfway to completion, so I should be able to finish it in just 3 short weeks (assuming I can keep myself motivated). … Continue reading →

I had a very busy quilting weekend (again)! The first two blocks I decided to tackle were Whirling Geese and Crystals. Don’t forget, all 12 of my blocks can be found in McCall’s FREE Quilt Block Reference. More partial seaming! … Continue reading →

8 blocks down, 4 to go! I’m almost at the midpoint of my time in Colorado, so fingers crossed I can get my entire quilt finished in just 4 short weeks. Everyone here at McCall’s has been so supportive and … Continue reading →

Happy Tuesday! I spent my long weekend making – what else – my quilt! I can’t wait to tell you all about it. Don’t forget, you can see all of the blocks I make in McCall’s Quilt Block Reference. I’ve … Continue reading →

Hello, all! It’s Lara, back again with more from my quilting escapades! As always, each of the blocks I’ve made can be found in McCall’s Quilt Block Reference. If you know a beginning quilter who needs some simple blocks to … Continue reading →

My first quilting weekend was very successful! The hardest technique for me to master was cutting fabric, as crazy as that sounds. Even after replacing the blade on my rotary cutter, I still had trouble getting through a few layers … Continue reading →

Hello, McCall’s Quilting and Quick Quilts readers! My name is Lara and I am the new intern here at McCall’s. As a Pennsylvania native, coming to Colorado was a HUGE step for me, but I’ve loved every minute of my … Continue reading →