Fusing tips from Laura Wasilowski

Hope you all had a wonderful Woman's Day.  As someone always working with fused applique which are then decorated with hand stitching I reckoned that no-one would be better on giving tips for fusing that the one and only Laura Wasilowski.

Now get clever by reading her tips over HERE.

Hanging bed organizer

I was so glad when I saw this tutorial on Sew, Mama, Sew's site as it just proved I am not the only one with a bedside table absolutely overflowing with things 'I might just need when in bed'.

Now I will have somewhere else to put some of my 'might needs' and free up some space on the little table.  To see how to make this, click HERE.

We meet Helen Labuschagne from Bultfontein

Helen, originally from Port Elizabeth married a farmer from Bultfontein and was introduced to quilting 6 years ago and admits she now is a total quilt addict.  She says she cannot imagine a day without creating something.  She is otherwise kept busy with everything required from her as a farmer's wife, mother of 2 young boys and very social and outgoing person.  Helen is a member of the group 'Lappoppe'.

Are you a morning or evening person?
A bit of both but there is nothing nicer than to stay in bed a little later with the kids occasionally.

Which do you prefer - sweet or salty snacks?
Also a bit of both but you will be able to bride me with a salty crack and cheese but thereafter a block of chocolate will be just as nice.

Do you collect anything and what?
No

If you could be any animal, what would you be?
A chimpanzee - nothing gives hugs like those long arms.

What is your favorite color?
Green

Do you believe in ghosts?
Yes

Do you have any other hobbies apart from quilting?
Yes, I always want to make something with my hands.

Have you ever been addicted to a computer/video game and which one?
No

Name ONE bad habit you have and are aware of.
For the last 5 years I really want to lose weight but just don't succeed

What do you regard as your best personality train?
Being friendly

Are you mostly a messy or clean person?
Clean

If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go?
A very exotic island

What is your favorite drink?
JC le Roux white sparkling wine

What is your favorite gift to receive?
From my kids:  their own art
From my husband:  jewelry
From friends:  anything

Which type of gift do you like the least?
Perfume that doesn't smell nice

If you could change your name, what would it be?
I am crazy about my name.

Name one thing not many people know about you.
I bathe by candle light every evening

Always good to be able to put a face to a name and now we know a little more about Helen.

Mat and ruler bag tutorial

Today's tutorial comes from the blog Angiequilts by Angie from the UK and this seems to be perfect for all our travels to and from group meetings and classes.

Step by step instructions with photos can be found over HERE and you can also find the printer friendly version on the same page.

Free Online Quilt Magazine

The August issue of your free Online Quilt Magazine can be downloaded by clicking HERE.

Please note that cutting instructions for this month's Coxey's Camp Block are missing.  For this you will need two squares 2 5/8 x 2 5/8 inch of each (purple) colour.

Enjoy!

Applique - Starch Method

With any one technique you can find many different ways to do it.  On Sew, Mama, Sew's site Joanna from Fig Tree & Co shared her way of doing applique using the starch method.

To see how this is done and the neat results obtained, read all about it HERE.

Laura Wasilowski's Thread-u-cation

What an interesting read with step-by-step instructions on how to turn an ordinary quilt into an art masterpiece by adding hand stitching.

Make yourself a cuppa and enjoy this lovely article by Laura over HERE.  Laura also offers videos on how some of these stitches are made over HERE.