Checkerboard quilt

Use it or lose it and yes that too applies to my stash of Liberty Tana Lawn; the most luxurious fabric in my stash and one that ...

Another day at JMQ, another super simple quilt- my favourite! If you are looking for a quick finish, this one comes together in a flash- I made the quilt top in just over an hour! So let’s get right into it! This tutorial makes a large throw which is 60” x 75” ** (If you want to make a crib size qui

Sure, squares are interesting and easy. So, why not? If you are considering making a quilt, any one of these would be a great way to begin. How, you ask? 1. Start with a square of fabric and sew it to another square. Keep adding squares to form a row until you are satisfied that the row is long enough. Thirty inches is a good start, but you can certainly make it any length you want. 2. Make several rows. If you have a square quilt in mind (equal length and width) count the squares in the…

[lengthy blog post warning] In my "studio" this week it has been all about small patchwork piecing, small scale prints and those much loved retro / 30's fabrics that I have been collecting so enthusi

I am yet to come across a single person who doesn't love Liberty of London Tana Lawn. 'Betsy' is a particulary beautiful tana lawn lin...

[lengthy blog post warning] In my "studio" this week it has been all about small patchwork piecing, small scale prints and tho...

Do you need a stash buster quilt to thin out your scraps? Considering giving a postage stamp quilt a go and you'll be rewarded with a beautiful and quilt that will become your favorite!

Joz Makes Quilts

The checkerboard quilt block is made by combing colored strips with a neutral. Free tutorial includes step by step directions with photos.