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: String Quilt Blocks & Zip Pouch Sewing Patterns
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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.
Have you wanted to learn how to sew a zipper pouch? I’ve rounded up 40 of my favorite free Zipper Pouch Sewing Tutorials to share with you today… which one is your favorite??
A Note from Melissa: Winter has settled into Kentucky. There's way too much snow on the ground, and temperatures have hovered in the single digits all week. A perfect excuse to stay in the house and sew! I spent most of the week cutting fabric for our February quilt kit drop! Make sure you're signed up for our shop newsletter to be notified when it's live (just click here to sign up). I also finished my string blocks this week and am anxious to sew them into a quilt top. I can't wait to see if I'm finished! I got another quilt top assembled this week and one ready to bind, finally a productive week sewing-wise! -Melissa p.s. my favorite necklaces are on sale this week; they are perfect for adding a pop of color to your winter wardrobe. Use code surprise20 at checkout. p.p.s. I might look silly, but this wearable throw has been a lifesaver this week! FROM THE ARCHIVES SEWING Create a beautiful zip pouch from Liberty London fabric with our free Quilted Liberty Zip Bag Sewing pattern. This zip pouch features a quilted exterior and a contrasting fabric base.
CRAFTS & HOLIDAY Amy is sharing another free pillow pattern with all of you today! In celebration of Valentine’s Day, create a beautiful heart pillow with this Patchwork Quilted Heart Pillow pattern!
QUILTS Learn how to make a versatile Ohio Star Quilt block with our free 12-inch Ohio Star Quilt block 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.
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! Quilt Terminolgy Cheat Sheet FEBRUARY KIT DROP We are very excited to offer kits for our Bluegrass Crossing quilt pattern for our February shop drop!...
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!...