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Recently there was a fire at my apartment complex. Thankfully, no one was hurt, and it only affected 2 or 3 units. However, it got me thinking about one of my biggest fears. Well, not really a fear b ...
Mini Holiday Mystery Revealed Just In Time(Post)Two months ago, Rosa opened up her bag of goodies again, just in time for the holidays. She offered up a selection of beautiful surprise fabric gifts as well as notions to delight each and every sewe ...
Quilting: A Timeless Craft(Post)Hey there fellow quilting enthusiasts! Today, I want to talk about something that is close to our hearts - the art of quilting. In a world that is constantly evolving and changing, many people believ ...
Quilt Market First Timer(Post)I have a confession to make- I am not a quilter, or even a sewer. I’ve been working for Cotton Cuts for almost 15 months, and this information is not something I share very often. A lot of things abo ...
Kool Kaleidoscope Part 2(Post)My Quilting adventure continues this week with an update on my Ricky Tims Kool Kaleidoscope quilt project. This week the focus is on the process of drafting a “one of a kind” pattern to create the te ...
Scrappy and Stunning: A Mini Quilt Project(Post)Everyone says they just can’t wait for the new Mystery50 mini project, happening on Saturday March 29. At Cotton Cuts, we can hardly contain our excitement either. Several CC Fabric Enthusiasts ...
Featured Designer Laureen Smith(Post)Laureen Smith is a recovering corporate director, who is embracing her creative drive by picking up her needles again. Her mother and grandmother fostered her artistic talents with needlepo ...
Teaching Children How to Sew (the machine basics)(Post)As mentioned in yesterday’s email, we are focusing our attention at Cotton Cuts to connect to two most important parts of our company - our employees and our members. Up first, we’d love to introduce ...
Hanging Half Round Basket(Post)As we settle into the new routine of back to school this hanging basket is a great way to keep things organized and handy as you head out the door in the morning. This basket can stand on its own or ...
Rosa Challenge 2020 Tips(Post)Hi! Joanne here to share some tips for making the Rosa pattern. My background in quilting started 27 years ago when I took a class at my local quilt shop. I made three quilts and then life got busy ...
Quilted Postcards: A Creative Twist on Snail Mail(Post)In a world dominated by emails, instant messages, and digital greetings, there’s something wonderfully nostalgic about receiving a physical piece of mail. Now, imagine opening your mailbox to find no ...
Learn a New Skill - Dog Bow Ties(Post)Happy Wednesday! Hopefully everyone is staying safe at home and not going too stir crazy. I know this whole situation is less than ideal in most ways, but there is one good thing that has come of it ...
Spring Placements(Post)Spring has arrived! These bright and cheery placemats will be perfect to set the table for a meal outside to enjoy the weather. These two easy blocks are made with fabrics from our Cotton Cuts subscr ...
#ccstaycation Kim from Tennessee(Post)Hello! My name is Kim Martin and I have been a Cotton Cuts member for over 2 years. I have completed several of the mystery quilts and am currently working on 2 more!! I just love the collaboration t ...
About Tracy, Splash, and a Love of Color(Post)My name is Tracy Krauter and I'm the founder of Splash Fabrics- a company that designs eco-friendly laminated cotton fabric (think oilcloth- but eco-friendly and non-toxic!). I also create products m ...
DIY Pincushions(Post)These little pincushions are fun to make with scraps of colorful fabrics. My friend made a trip to the local Goodwill and discovered an assortment of perfect sized jars to upcycle into these cute pi ...
Gobble Up the Cuteness(Post)Add a handmade touch to your Thanksgiving gathering with these speedy projects. It’s November—the countdown to Thanksgiving is on! Menus are set, shopping lists are ready, and the table ...
Making a Kwanzaa Quilt(Post)African Wax print fabrics (or Ankara’s) are some of my favorite textiles to work with. The colors are so eye-catching because they are big, bold, and beautiful. So, quite naturally, we quilters are ...
Sew in Love: Sweet Valentine’s Day Projects(Post)There’s something incredibly special about sewing a project for someone as a Valentine’s Day gift. Whether it’s a cozy quilt, a personalized pouch, or a thoughtful piece of clothing, handma ...
The Great Rosa Debate(Post)Inner musings...How will I choose my Rosa Holiday Your Way?Once a year, Cotton Cuts puts together some of the best selections of sewing and fabric treats that you can bestow upon your favorite fellow ...
Quilting Inspiration from Nature – Explorations with Beth Ann Williams(Post)What inspires you? What do you think about when you choose fabrics for a sewing or quilting project? Do you find yourself drawn to certain colors, shapes, or pattern styles?I get much of my creative ...
Quilted Scarf(Post)December has arrived! It is snowing lightly here in St. Louis, watching out my window I am mesmerized by the slowly falling snowflakes drifting and blowing in the breeze. It makes for a wonderful win ...
Hexie Zipper Bags(Post)Part of the mission for Cotton cuts is to help people in need locally and in times of emergency across the world. Last year when the wildfires hit Australia it was refreshing to see the sewing commun ...
Meet The Colorways Part 3(Post)Let's continue with our analysis of our newest Puzzle Mystery Quilt Carnival. We are offering our detectives a RECORD number of colorways this go around. There is certainly a colorway that will appea ...