A Ridgeside Mini | #Finishit2019 Number One

How are you coming along with your #FINISHIT2019 list? I just love seeing your lists & progress on social media using the hashtag. Please keep those coming! If you haven't grabbed your #FINISHIT2019 Free PDF Printable yet click right here. 

I've listed several (admittedly, not all) of my unfinished projects on my #FINISHIT2019 list & can already tell it's helping me stay motivated. Having everything visually organized is how I work best. Which means I could quickly see my first four projects just needed the binding hand sewn down - yay, quick finishes! 

First up, this black & aqua Ridgeside Mini Quilt - my official first finish of 2019. The mini quilt's finished size is 18" x 18" and it's made entirely from leftover fabric scraps - double bonus! Typically, I would have quilted this simple cross-hatch quilting design using my domestic sewing machine and walking foot, but I wanted to try something new on my BERNINA Longarm. It worked & it was fast! Twelve minutes fast. Can you believe it?

FIND THE RIDGESIDE MINI PATTERN RIGHT HERE.

Glitter Mini Quilt | A New PDF Pattern

Happy Thursday - it's pattern release day and this week I'm excited to bring you the Glitter Mini Quilt! It's fast. It's easy. It's SO GOOD.

FIND THE GLITTER MINI QUILT PATTERN RIGHT HERE.

Ridgeside Mini Quilt | A New PDF Pattern

Today I'm thrilled to introduce you to a new mini quilt pattern called Ridgeside. This design was previously a part the Fresh Mini Quilt Club and is making its first solo appearance in our pattern shop. Need a quick finish before the fast approaching holiday? This mini is for you!

FIND THE RIDGESIDE MINI IN THE PATTERN SHOP RIGHT HERE. 

48 HOUR FLASH SALE!

Hello, friends!

Head on over to the Canoe Ridge Creations Pattern Shop for 50% OFF all Fresh Mini Quilt Club PDF patterns. No coupon code needed, enjoy!

Happy Sewing,
Megan

St. Patrick's Day Mini Quilt | A Free Pattern

Hello, friends!

Thank you all so much for loving my True Love Mini Quilt pattern as much as I loved making it! As of today the pattern has been downloaded over 2,600 -- that is so wonderful! The True Love Mini Quilt pattern was a FREE sneak peek on what Fresh Mini Quilt Club patterns look like when they are sent directly to your e-mail each month. Since you love last month's FMQC pattern so much, I've decided to share a March Bonus pattern as well. You may remember seeing a few of these blocks pop up on Instagram last March. It's a scrappy, fresh take on a green clover that I'm calling the Lucky Mini Quilt. The Lucky Mini Quilt finishes at 16" x 16" and can easily be repeated to make a larger design or even a table runner, too. I'll have a limited number of kits available later this week, too.

>> GET THE FREE PATTERN HERE! <<

>>SIGN UPS!<< Fresh Mini Quilt Club | Round 6

It's that time again -- the next round of the Fresh Mini Quilt Club starts March 1st, 2016! Sign up right here! Tons of you joined in on the first 5 rounds -- THANK YOU -- and I'm looking forward to sharing SIX NEW mini quilts with you starting March 1st, 2016. If you are new my blog and/or are wondering how this 6-month mini quilt club works, here are all the details! Make sure you grab the True Love Mini Quilt pattern to see what each month's pattern will look like -- for FREE!

REGISTER NOW AND SAVE! Early registration starts now for only $19.99 (regular price $24.99)

Over the course of six months Fresh Mini Quilt Club members will receive six fresh, modern mini quilt patterns on the 1st of each month -- they'll all be a surprise, yay! Each mini quilt will measure between 16" & 24", along one side, making them a quick & easy project. Whether you have been wanting to give quilting a try, or have been it it for years, this mini quilt club is for you!

:: JOIN TODAY ::

HOW DOES IT WORK?

On the 1st of each month, club members will receive a fresh, modern mini quilt pattern right in their inbox. This easy-to-follow & printable pattern will come complete with color diagrams and step-by-step instructions. Remember, each new design will be a surprise!

WHY MINI QUILTS?

Mini quilts are quick + easy projects, they don't take large amounts of fabric (budget friendly, yay!), are great for trying out new quilting techniques, and look great in your home! 

WHO SHOULD JOIN?

Everyone! Each mini quilt design will feature basic patchwork techniques -- perfect for beginners & the more advanced quilter.  

HOW DO I JOIN?

Purchase your membership right here!

Please note, the monthly mini quilt patterns will be sent to your pay-pal address.

CAN I JOIN AT ANYTIME?

You bet! If you sign up after March 1st you'll receive the previous months' patterns within 2 business days. 

>>FREE TUTORIAL<< Fresh Mini Quilt Club | February 2016

Hello, friends!

Round 5 of the Fresh Mini Quilt Club ended this month, which means per tradition the next round will be starting back up March 1st (Sign Up For Round 6 HERE!). I wanted to take this month break as an opportunity to share with all of you just what it's like to be a member of the club. Each month you are sent a full color PDF pattern with a new mini quilt pattern -- complete with fabric step-by-step instructions. Want to see first hand? You're in luck, just click the link below to download your free pattern!

>> GET THE FREE PATTERN HERE! <<

True Love measures 18" x 18" finished (FMQC designs finish between 18"-24" along one side). I used red & white tonal prints for my mini quilt and paired them with a crisp white background. I mean, can you go wrong with a white background?! The binding print is one of my favorites and adds that extra special finish to the mini quilt. Like always, I used my fool proof binding tutorial -- perfection every time! I also forgot how much I love & miss straight-line quilting -- here I used 40 wt. Aurifil #2024. I've put together some straight-line quilting tips & tricks if you'd like to take a look. 

Want to make a mini quilt just like mine? I've put together a limited number of kits just for you! Each kit includes the fabric for the mini quilt top & binding (substitutions may be made when needed, but I promise they will be great!). Red SOLD OUT!

Update: I've put together a PINK version, too -- Grab your kit in the Canoe Ridge Creations shop. 

As with all of my mini quilt designs, they can be used to make a larger quilt too. Here's a peek at what a 4 block x 4 block layout would look like. Hello, beautiful!! <3

You can find other FMQC patterns and the complete Round 5 collection right here. 

Happy Sewing!
Megan 

LAST CHANCE | Snag All Six Mini Quilts From FMQC Round 5!

August 2015 | It Adds Up (picture shown shows block repeated)

September 2015 | Nutty

October 2015 | Sweet Home (credit: @twoscissors)

November 2015 | Ridgeside (credit: @lizinprogress)

December 2015 | Gingersnap (credit: @lizinprogress)

January 2016 | Farm Fresh

Round 5 of the Fresh Mini Quilt Club wraps up this month. It has been such a fun round with six ALL NEW mini quilts. If you missed out on registration, have no fear -- there is still time! You'll be able to snag all 6 patterns for the original price of $24.99 ($4.17 per pattern) before they are released individually for the regular price of $6.50 each. Head on over to the pattern shop to get yours!

Happy Sewing!

Megan 

FMQC X Stitch Lap Quilt

Hello, Friends!

The Fresh Mini Quilt Club is wrapping up it's 5th round next month -- there's still time to sign up! These mini quilts finish between 18" and 24" square & are perfect for table toppers, wall quilts, pillows, etc. However, each month I encourage members to explore the idea of turning the mini quilt design into a larger overall quilt design. This X Stitch Lap Quilt is a fabulous example!

The original mini quilt finished at 19" square and takes six jelly roll strips. I made five identical blocks (only 30 jelly roll strips!) and arranged them into a basic 9 patch design, alternating with large background fabric squares. This 61" x 61" lap quilt came together SO QUICKLY (anyone need a last minute Christmas gift?!). I paired the simplified Irish Chain inspired design with straight-line quilting 1/2" lines in white Aurifil #2024 using my BERNINA walking foot. I also choose to bind the quilt in the same white background fabric as to not distract from the quilt design. You can find my step-by-step binding tutorial here!

You can find the X Stitch mini quilt design in the Canoe Ridge Creations Pattern Shop and it's even ON SALE for a limited time!

Happy Sewing!

Megan 

Sew Modern Monday | 11.23.15

Hello, friends!

As promised, it's time to re-kick off {Sew} Modern Monday! My "to-do" list has included "re-make Fresh Mini Quilt Club minis + new pattern covers" for quite some time. Some how they just keep getting pushed further & further towards the end of the list. Which is why I've enlisted the help of my dad, Leon! After 30 years in law enforcement, he's recently retired and believe it or not he's taken a liking to sewing. To be completely honest, he's a sewing work horse -- you can give him a project & in a few days it's done. I need projects sewn, he likes sewing. Win, win! Don't be surprised if you see more & more of him around these parts. I'm very excited to have him on board with Canoe Ridge Creations, making it a family affair. 

This week's project is my Monkey Business Mini Quilt pattern done in crisp black, white, and chartreuse -- which is quickly becoming one of my favorite color combinations. The mini quilt top measures 21" x 21" and the instant download PDF pattern can be found in the Canoe Ridge Creations Pattern Shop. My original version of the pattern was quilted with a modified cross-hatch design and I plan on using it for this mini quilt as well -- it just compliments the piecing perfectly!

I've just marked down the individual Fresh Mini Quilt Club designs to $5 each through Thanksgiving weekend. Each pattern includes full color diagrams and easy to follow step-by-step directions sent directly to your PayPal e-mail address. The mini quilts finish between 18" and 25" square, making them a perfect + quick holiday gift. Keep your eyes open this week as I'll be adding 12 NEW mini quilt designs from Round 3 & 4, too. 

Now let's see your creations! 

1. Link up a recent sewing or quilting project (progress pictures, finish project, tutorial -- you choose!) using modern fabrics and/or designs. Please link to the specific post, not just your blog home page.
2. Please link back to my blog somewhere in your post. That way your readers can join in the {Sew} Modern Monday fun, too.
3. What fun is a party without conversation?! Please take the time to visit & comment on other people's posts, too.
4. Don't have a blog but you use Instagram? No problem -- just link up your Instagram account instead. Tag your photos with #sewmodernmonday, too!

Happy Sewing!
XOXO, Megan

{Sew} Modern Monday | 11.23.15

Dear Stella Starburst

Hello, friends -- just popping in to share some exciting news! It's been a goal of mine for some time to offer my PDF patterns as printed patterns, too. It's taken many late nights teaching myself Adobe Illustrator & InDesign, but I'm happy to announce it's becoming a reality!

The Starburst mini quilt I'm sharing below features a fresh, fun fabric line called Savannah from Dear Stella. Want to make a Starburst mini quilt just like mine? You can purchase the kit -- including pattern and fabric for top & binding --  from my local quilt store. 

Get your paper copy of my Starburst pattern in my shop, along with the other Fresh Mini Quilt Club PDF patterns. Over the next few weeks I'll be adding to my printed collection -- I can't wait! If you'd like to carry my Starburst mini quilt pattern in your store feel free to e-mail (megan AT canoeridgecreations DOT com) for wholesale prices. 

Happy sewing,
Megan 

New Mini Quilt Patterns

Guess what?! I've added Fresh Mini Quilt Club | Round 2 patterns to the Canoe Ridge Creations Pattern Shop! Don't forget to share your finished mini quilts on Twitter & Instagram using #FreshMiniQuiltClub and in the Canoe Ridge Creations Flickr Group. 
Enjoy! xo, Megan 

Fresh Mini Quilt Club | Round 3

UPDATE: So sorry, friends! I got a bit ahead of myself! Round 3 of the Fresh Mini Quilt Club starts MAY 1st and runs through OCTOBER as originally stated in my Pattern Shop. I'm so excited to share this next rounds patterns that I jumped the gun! :) THANK YOU to those of you who pointed it out! I'll be sending an e-mail out to club members shortly 4/1/2014. xoxoxo

Hello!

Tomorrow is April 1st and it marks the first day of the Fresh Mini Quilt Club | Round 3. Lots & lots of you have already signed up, yay! For those of you who are new to the club, here are all the details. I've also included a sampling of patterns featured in Round 1 & Round 2 of the Fresh Mini Quilt Club -- please note that Round 3 with feature six ALL NEW designs!

Over the course of six months members will receive six fresh, modern mini quilt patterns -- they'll be a surprise each month, yay! Each mini quilt will measure between 18" & 24" (along one side) making them a quick & easy project. Whether you have been wanting to give quilting a try, or have been it it for years, this mini quilt club is for you!

:: JOIN TODAY ::

For only $24.95 -- that's less than $4.50 per patten!

HOW DOES IT WORK// 

On the 1st of each month, club members will receive a fresh, modern mini quilt pattern right in their inbox. This easy-to-follow & printable pattern will come complete with color diagrams and step-by-step instructions. Remember, each new design will be a surprise!

WHY MINI QUILTS//

Mini quilts are quick + easy projects, they don't take large amounts of fabric (budget friendly, yay!), are great for trying out new quilting techniques, and look great in your home! 

WHO SHOULD JOIN//

Everyone! Each mini quilt design will feature basic patchwork techniques -- perfect for beginners & the more advanced quilter.  

HOW DO I JOIN//

Purchase your membership over here!

Please note, the monthly mini quilt patterns will be sent to your pay-pal address.

CAN I JOIN AT ANYTIME//

You bet! If you sign up after April 1st you'll receive the previous months' patterns within 2 business days. 

If you have any other questions email me at megan [at] canoeridgecreations [dot] com. 

Fresh Mini Quilt Club | Stix

December's FMQC mini quilt, Stix, has been finished for quite some time, -- some of you may have seen it on Instagram & Facebook -- I just haven't shared it here on the blog. Measuring at 22 1/2" x 22 1/2" it's the perfect size for a table topper or wall hanging, but I think it would make a great throw pillow, too! My version uses nine fabrics & a background fabric -- all Robert Kaufman Kona Solids. 

I chose to accent the simple overall design with some serious texture! Using my BERNINA Walking Foot I quilted straight-lines 1/2" apart to create this cross-hatch design. I'm really pleased with how it turned out! Like usual, I used my favorite cotton thread, Aurifil (50 wt., color 2024). Have you given Aurifil thread a try?

If you'd like to join this round of the Fresh Mini Quilt Club, there's still time -- you can sign up right here. Don't forget to share you pictures in the Canoe Ridge Creations Flickr group, too!

xo, Megan 

Fresh Mini Quilt Club | Round 2 Update

Happy New Year! For those of you who are joining in on the Fresh Mini Quilt Club: Round 2, check your inboxes -- you should all now have received January's pattern, Winter Sky. This mini has totally been inspired by the cold, COLD nights we've been having here in Minnesota. Brrr!
If you aren't familiar with the Fresh Mini Quilt Club, here's how it works. On the first of each month I send a new downloadable Mini Quilt Pattern -- it's a surprise each month! The FMQC runs for 6 months, and we are already 4 months in to Round 2. You can see the October 2013 to January 2014 below! 
You can join the Fresh Mini Quilt Club at any time, too -- you'll be sent the previous months' patterns once you've signed up! 
Happy Sewing! xo, Megan 

Fresh Mini Quilt Club: Round 2 | SIGN UPS

September 1st is right around the corner which means it's time to open registration for the Fresh Mini Quilt Club | Round 2! Tons of you joined in on the first round -- THANK YOU -- and I'm looking forward to sharing SIX NEW mini quilts with you starting October 1st, 2013. If you are new my blog and/or are wondering how this 6-month mini quilt club works, here are all the details!

Over the course of six months Fresh Mini Quilt Club members will receive six fresh, modern mini quilt patterns on the 1st of each month -- they'll all be a surprise, yay! Each mini quilt will measure between 18" & 24", along one side, making them a quick & easy project. Whether you have been wanting to give quilting a try, or have been it it for years, this mini quilt club is for you!

:: JOIN TODAY ::

HOW DOES IT WORK?

On the 1st of each month, club members will receive a fresh, modern mini quilt pattern right in their inbox. This easy-to-follow & printable pattern will come complete with color diagrams and step-by-step instructions. Remember, each new design will be a surprise!

WHY MINI QUILTS?

Mini quilts are quick + easy projects, they don't take large amounts of fabric (budget friendly, yay!), are great for trying out new quilting techniques, and look great in your home! 

WHO SHOULD JOIN?

Everyone! Each mini quilt design will feature basic patchwork techniques -- perfect for beginners & the more advanced quilter.  

HOW DO I JOIN?

Purchase your membership right here!

Please note, the monthly mini quilt patterns will be sent to your pay-pal address.

CAN I JOIN AT ANYTIME?

You bet! If you sign up after October 1st you'll receive the previous months' patterns within 2 business days. 

If you have any other questions email me at megan [at] canoeridgecreations [dot] com. 

Have a wonderful weekend!

Megan.

Fresh Mini Quilt Club | August 2013

Hello -- happy weekend! It seems as though August is flying by (just like the rest of the summer!) and it's time to share this month's mini quilt from the Fresh Mini Quilt Club. Monkey Business features a three fabric design paired with a traditional monkey wrench block. I'm really happy with how this mini quilt turned out & I'd like to play around with the same design again, next time bigger!

The quilting on this mini quilt just might be my favorite part! This simple, straight-line cross hatch makes such a graphic impact. I used my BERNINA #50 walking foot (and the attachable guide!) & Aurifil thread (color 2024) -- those two sure make a great combo!

August's mini quilt, Monkey Business, measures 21" x 21".

August wraps up 6 months of the Fresh Mini Quilt Club: Round 1! If you missed out & would like to purchase all six mini quilt patterns, there's still time! From now until August 31st, you can join right here -- all six patterns will be sent at once. After that, each Fresh Mini Quilt pattern will be available for individual purchase!

Stay tuned for more details about the Fresh Mini Quilt Club: Round 2, coming soon!

Enjoy your weekend!
xo, Megan 

Fresh Mini Quilt Club | July 2013

Hello -- happy Monday! July's Fresh Mini Quilt Club mini quilt design, Fireworks, was sparked by my love of the traditional flying geese block. Each new color radiates from the center star, just like a firework in a night sky! 

The mini quilt design features 4 prints + a background fabric. Just like with the previous months' finished minis, I used Pure Elements solids from Art Gallery Fabrics. The saturated & vibrant colors of the Art Gallery solids are a favorite!

Sticking with the radiating design, I quilting a large "X" through the center of the mini quilt and continued with 1/4" straight-line quilting to the edges. This slight variation on the typical straight-line quilting technique makes for a fun + simple way to finish any quilt, large or small. I quilted the design using a 50 wt. Aurifil thread (color 2024) & my BERNINA walking foot -- those two make quite the pair! 
 
This black & white binding fabric is quickly becoming my favorite! It's an older Moda print (unfortunately long out of print) and the strips make for a great binding.

If you'd like to sign up for the Fresh Mini Quilt Club, there's still time! Find more details here.

The finished mini quilt measures 24" x 24".

Find the fabrics here:

Pink Castle Fabrics

Fat Quarter Shop

 

xo, Megan.

 

Fresh Mini Quilt Club | June 2013

July already?! Phew!  That means there's only one month left -- August -- in the Fresh Mini Quilt Club. Thanks to each any every one of you who have joined in this first round! Notice how I said first?! Yes, that's right -- there will be a second round coming later this year. For those of you who would like to join in this first round, you have until August 31st to get all 6 PDF patterns for $24.95. Sign up here! After that I'll be offering each pattern for sale individually -- more details soon!

Alright, let's step back & take a look at June's mini quilt, Flyin' South. June's mini quilt features a chevron pattern using three different fabrics -- two focus & one background. For my mini quilt I used Pure Elements solids by Art Gallery Fabrics. If you haven't tried Art Gallery Fabrics yet, I suggest you do! The feel alone is fabulous! 

I quilted the mini quilt using Aurifil thread (50 wt, color 2024) & my BERNINA walking foot, following the overall chevron pattern with straight-line quilting. Check out my tips & techniques post for more detail on how to straight-line quilt!

I really wanted the binding to blend in -- rather than stand out -- so I chose to use one of the focus fabrics from the mini quilt top. I used the double-fold binding technique (my favorite!), machine stitched to the front & hand-stitched to the back. 

The finished mini quilt measures 20" x 20".

You can find the fabrics at:
Pink Castle Fabrics
Fat Quarter Shop

Happy Monday!
xo, Megan 

Fresh Mini Quilt Club | Just a Peek

I'm putting the finishing touches on June's Fresh Mini Quilt Club & just couldn't resist a little sneak peek here on the blog. I've already made plans to make few throw pillows for our living room using the same pattern! :)

Talk more soon!
xo, Megan