Hi, I'm Melissa Mortenson, a blogger, fabric designer, and content creator. I am the Founder of the Polka Dot Chair website, where I'd love to invite you to "pull up a chair" and create something you will love with me! I have been sharing fresh and creative sewing, quilting, and craft ideas with readers since 2008, and I would love to have you join me on this creative journey.
✂️ Sunday Stitch: Quilt Block Construction Guide & Spring Sewing Projects
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blog / Instagram / shop / youtube Hello Reader, Thank you for subscribing and reading the Sunday Stitch; we appreciate your support! NEW THIS WEEK Quilt Blocks are the building blocks of every quilt, but some terminology and techniques may seem confusing and overwhelming if you’re new to quilting. This guide will take you through the basics of quilt block construction and offer a few tips and tricks to help you create beautiful and precise quilt blocks.
UPDATED THIS WEEK Learn how to sew a zip pouch with a giant bow on the front with our free bow zip pouch sewing patter
FEBRUARY PATTERN SPECIAL The Saturday Duffle Bag is our February Pattern of the Month (on sale for 30% off)! Create a cute padded duffle bag in one of three sizes with this unique pattern. A series of YouTube videos will walk you through the construction steps!
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT... Here are the projects shared in last week's newsletter If you love our emails and want to get an email the same day we publish a new blog post, just CLICK HERE (most weeks, you will receive 2-3 emails a week). FROM THE ARCHIVES SEWING In this free sewing pattern, I will walk you through the steps to create a quilted zip pouch with rounded corners.
CRAFTS & FOOD Learn how to customize your shoes in a fun way with this video and tutorial teaching you how to hydro dip vans. Hydro dipping is a cool way to customize a pair of vans or other shoes.
QUILTS Learn how to make a simple and graphic baby quilt with our free Giant Bear Paw Baby Quilt Pattern. This quilt is precut-friendly and is constructed using 10″ pre-cut squares! This quilt pattern is beginner-friendly.
Check out What's New in the Shop Click the images below for more information about the patterns. If you're outside of the USA, please visit our Etsy Shop. Until next week! As a reminder, the password for the library is: polkadots - Melissa |
Polka Dot Chair; Sewing, Quilting & Crafts
Hi, I'm Melissa Mortenson, a blogger, fabric designer, and content creator. I am the Founder of the Polka Dot Chair website, where I'd love to invite you to "pull up a chair" and create something you will love with me! I have been sharing fresh and creative sewing, quilting, and craft ideas with readers since 2008, and I would love to have you join me on this creative journey.
Hello Reader, 🎉 No tricks here—just treats for your sewing table! Introducing Polka Dot Drops, our brand-new monthly curated quilt project and kit series! We will deliver a fresh, exclusive design packed with charm, color, and creativity each month—perfectly prepped and ready to sew. But here’s the catch (and it’s no joke!): quantities are limited, and each kit drops on the first of the month at 6 pm EST. Once they’re gone, they’re gone—so don’t let this month’s project slip through your...
blog / Instagram / shop / youtube Hello Reader, Thank you for subscribing and reading the Sunday Stitch; we appreciate your support! NEW THIS WEEK Here are some of our favorite tips for organizing your quilting works in progress! These are easy-to-follow, actionable tips to help you get and stay organized! Tips for Organzing your Works in Progress UPDATED THIS WEEK Y’all know how much I love making zippered pouches. Please enjoy this free sewing pattern for the Curved Zipper Pouch Sewing...
blog / Instagram / shop / youtube Hello Reader, Thank you for subscribing and reading the Sunday Stitch; we appreciate your support! NEW THIS WEEK This tutorial will teach you how to make a laundry bag using only fat quarters of fabric! Fat Quarter Drawstring Bag Tutorial and Video UPDATED THIS WEEK (towel tutorial by Amanda Niederhauser) Celebrate Easter with these fun and unique sewing patterns, projects, and ideas. From adorable bunny plushies to colorful Easter baskets, table runners &...