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.
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blog / Instagram / shop / youtube Hello Reader, Thank you for subscribing and reading the Sunday Stitch; we appreciate your support! Learn the definitions of some of the most commonly used Quilting terms and sewing terminology with our free comprehensive guide to common quilting terms. We’ve even included a free printable quilter’s cheat sheet!
FEBRUARY KIT DROP We are very excited to offer kits for our Bluegrass Crossing quilt pattern for our February shop drop! The kit comes with fabric for the background, blocks, and binding!
PATTERN OF THE MONTH The Choose Happiness Quilt Pattern is our February Pattern of the Month! Grab it for 30% this month only!
If you're outside of the USA, please visit our Etsy Shop. A Note from Melissa: Guys, my sewing machine broke last week! I shouldn't be surprised. I use it almost daily, and it hasn't been to the dealer for a "checkup" ever. I just couldn't bear the thought of parting with it. Well, the machine had a mind of its own and is now at the "spa" for a few weeks. I'm sewing on a backup machine, and although it's a great machine, I am having a hard time sewing an accurate seam allowance. Which reminds me once again, how important it is to check that you're sewing with a scant 1/4 seam allowance while quilting. If you've been frustrated with the outcomes of some of your projects, double-check that seam allowance! That's my PSA for the week! I hope you guys get some time to yourself to sew this week! -Melissa p.s. I caved and bought this lovely blue sweater this week after hearing all of the "hype" online, and I have to say, for the price, it lives up to its reputation. FROM THE ARCHIVES SEWING Padded, braided, and knotted headbands are very trendy right now! Learn how to make a braided, padded headband with our free sewing pattern & tutorial.
CRAFTS & HOLIDAY DIY an adorable set of t-shirts inspired by the Princess Diaries movie with our Genovia Sports-themed SVG files.
QUILTS Create a beautiful quilt perfect for Spring with our free, easy-to-follow Gathered Precuts Quilt Pattern.
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). 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, Yippe, drops are back! Our February Kit Drop is LIVE, and it's a good one! We are excited to offer one of our newest quilt patterns, Bluegrass Crossing, in a quilt kit perfect for Spring! Create a fresh, classic quilt with the Bluegrass Crossing Quilt Kit, featuring the Bluegrass Charm fabric collection and an original pattern by Melissa Mortenson. The Quilt Kit Includes: Printed Bluegrass Crossing Quilt Pattern Fabric for Quilt Top & Binding Project Bag (zipper colors vary)...
blog / Instagram / shop / youtube Hello Reader, Thank you for subscribing and reading the Sunday Stitch; we appreciate your support! Quilt piecing techniques are helpful for so many other projects besides just quilts! You can create bags, pillows, and even home decor items! Here are over a dozen clever, quilted projects to sew that aren’t quilts! Small Quilt Projects PATTERN OF THE MONTH The Choose Happiness Quilt Pattern is our February Pattern of the Month! Grab it for 30% this month only!...
blog / Instagram / shop / youtube Hello Reader, Thank you for subscribing and reading the Sunday Stitch; we appreciate your support! String quilt blocks are one of the most satisfying ways to turn fabric scraps into something beautiful and usable. They’re fast, forgiving, and perfect for quilters who love a scrappy, colorful look. If you’ve been saving leftover strips from past projects (and I know many quilters do), string piecing is a fantastic way to put them to work. How to Make String...