Perfectly Plaid - A New Pattern

Today I'd like to introduce you to a new pattern we've just added to the Canoe Ridge Creations Pattern Shop called Perfectly Plaid. It's a design I originally created this past Spring while on maternity leave with Harper and have been anxiously awaiting its release to share it with all of you. The instant download PDF pattern includes beginner friendly step-by-step instructions, full color diagrams, two size options, and a coloring page to customize your own quilt. 

FIND PERFECTLY PLAID IN THE PATTERN SHOP RIGHT HERE

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