SPRING BLESSINGS BOM |  a new year and a new bom

Allow me to officially introduce you to

"Spring Blessings"

My new Block of the month quilt using Tilda's new fabric range Happy Campers.

Spring Blessings is a 6 Month program that plays with English Paper Piecing, Applique and Machine Piecing. The patterns have been written with the beginner in mind with illustrations and tips for all the EPP.  So if you are new to EPP this might just be the project for you.

This gorgeous quilting is by Anne from Said With Love.

Finished Size - 70" square.

Spring Blessings is being offered as a traditional Block of the month with pattern and fabric over 6 months, full kits and also as a Pattern, Template and Papers kit for those that want to choose their own fabric.

For more information on signups for this BOM please ask at your favourite Tilda Stockist.

I will make a list of the shops currently stocking the program below.

If you are a shop owner running this program and not listed below please send me an email and I will add you to the list.

I am excited to see these quilts come to life.

- Spring Blessing Stockists -

Fabric Pixie - https://www.fabricpixie.com.au

Fabric Sauce - https://www.fabricsauce.com.au

Patchwork at Homespun - http://www.patchworkathomespun.com.au

My Sewing Supplies - https://www.mysewingsupplies.com.au

Stitches From the Bush - https://stitchesfromthebush.com.au

Willow Cottage Quilts - Canada - https://willowcottagequiltco.com/

Poppy Patch - UK - https://poppypatch.co.uk

Kraft Daze - https://www.kraftdaze.com.au

Palm Beach Quilting - https://www.palmbeachquilting.com.au

Kaelas Patch - https://www.kaelaspatch.com.au

Lyns Fine Needlework - http://www.lynsfineneedlework.com.au

Honeysuckle Patchwork - http://www.honeysucklepatchwork.com.au

Patchwork with Gail B - https://patchworkwithgailb.com

The patchwork Angel - https://patchworkangel.com.au

Happy Stitching,

Sharon x

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Celestial Star - The Tula Pink Version

Celestial Star meet Tula!

Whoops, a new start  ;)

"My Original Celestial Star Quilt".

When I originally designed my Celestial Star Quilt I had Tula Pink Fabrics in mind but to keep with the theme and feel of my book I decided to make it in Liberty Fabrics.

Now the time has come for me to make my Tula Pink version :) I really do not need another project but if I don't start it now I feel that I may never, so now is as good a time to start as any.

One of my biggest tips for any project like this is not to overthink it too much. A quilt like this will have a way of taking you on your own journey if you let it. Don't be scared to play with colour. I threw out my colour wheel many years ago. To many so called "rules" existed for my liking. If you like what is in front of you then that is all that really matters. Just remember that any project you make is YOURS so make it yours, use colours you love, fabrics you love and in combinations that you love :) Life to too short to stress the small stuff.

But, with that said, if you are a planner then there is a colouring page in the book that you can play with. 

Back to my block. I am very much a visual person so my preferred method when sitting down to select fabrics, fussy cutting and planning any EPP block like this is to start by laying all my papers out in place. I also did this for each rosette of my La Pass Quilt.

With this block I only knew two, possibly three things before I started.

1.        That I wanted a Prince Charming Frog for the centre.

2.     This Colour Burst block was going to be the centre and starting point for my quilt.

Those I knew for sure. The third was that I thought about adding in a splash of pink. I do love pink and green together and being this was going to be the centre of my quit I thought it might make it pop. Let's see :)

 As I was making my block I have taken photos to show you what order I have selected the fabrics for my block. I do not work in any special order. Sometimes I know what fabrics I want in certain spots at the beginning so I tend to start with those first and then build around them until I have my finished block.

Tip:  Use your glue pen to help you lift your papers up as you go.

 The following photos will show you how my block went from just the frog right through to the finished block.

There you go, that pink did end up making the cut :)

All the fabrics are Tula Pink with the exception of the thin stripe. I found that one in my stash.

And there it is, the start of my "Tula Pink Celestial Star Quilt".

I still have a way to go but I am looking forward to adding to this one as time allows.

If you are also making your own version of the "Celestial Star Quilt" be sure to use the 

#Celestialstarquilt hashtag on social media so I can also see it.

I am off to pull some more fabrics.

Happy Stitching,

Sharon x

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Gone Crazy - But you already knew that right? {Giveaway}

"Gone Crazy"

Is the newest addition to the "Lilabelle Lane Pattern Collection".

A fun bight colour explosion of interlocking stars teamed with a fussy cut stripe!

You should all know by now that I do love a good fussy cut :)

"Gone Crazy" is entirely English Paper Pieced.

I have finished mine as a hexagon but it can easily be squared off if that is your preference.

The pattern includes a colouring sheet so you can plan your placement.

I also imagine this one with the interlocking stars in geometric prints and the background (Stripes) in a graduating rainbow across the quilt.

Linda, from Ladybug Quilting here in Bendigo worked her magic on this one for me.

I went for the swirl / circular all over design to contrast with the stripes.

As with all my English Paper Pieced patterns, this pattern also includes the "Scan N Cut" friendly pages for those that like to make their own papers with the connivence of their Scan N Cut Machines. 

The shapes used for this quilt are also readily available at your Local Quilt Shop, so I won't be kitting up the papers for this one.

 So grab those solids, 5" Charm Squares work great or go and sign yourself up for a monthly solids club like I have at The Next Stitch and give yourself a reason to cut into the beautiful solids that arrive every month and slowly stitch yourself a new quilt.

I have been receiving my monthly solids bundle from The Next Stitch for over 8 months now and I have quite the lovely rainbow of solids to play with. At the end of my 12 months (you can join in at any time) I will have 72 of the most popular and versatile kona colours in my stash.  

My Quilt, as pictured finishes at 32" in length each side with an overall length of 54.5".

This pattern is so versatile that you can make it as big or as small as you wish.

"Gone Crazy" will be available through all Quality Quit Shops. If they don't have it in stock just ask.

It is also available Wholesale through Creative Abundance and Checker Distribution.

It is also listed in my Etsy Store as a PDF.

** PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED **

 Time for a 

G I V E A W A Y

(Sorry but this Giveaway is limited to post within Australia only)

Wendy from The Next Stitch has kindly donated a custom Kona Solids bundle so you can make a start on your own "Gone Crazy Quilt" and because you will need the pattern I will post a copy of the Pattern to the winner also.

The fabric bundle has 36 metric F1/16th's (10" x 11") of glorious Kona Solids.

More than enough fabric for your interlocking stars.

And lets face it, who would not want to sew a rainbow, especially this rainbow.

To enter, pop on over to The Next Stitch HERE, scroll right to the bottom and sign up for their Newsletter and then leave me a comment here to go into the drawn to win. If you already subscribe to "The Next Stitch Newsletter" just leave me the comment saying so 😎

The Giveaway will be drawn at random next Monday the 11th at 8pm and the winner will be notified by email.

Happy Stitching,

Sharon x

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Did you catch the Progress pictures? - Quilting on the go .... English Paper Piecing

"Quilting on the go ... English Paper Piecing"

Week one of the book your has kicked off with some amazing sneak peaks of whats to come.

Alex has been playing with "Celestial Star' for the last few months and I am so excited finally see her version come to life. Alex has such a fresh look to her work with her own signature style.

You can find Alex on Instagram by searching @alexouq.

Jess from Paper Pieces in the has also been playing.

I am so envious that she is already playing with Tula Pinks new range.

You can find Jess on Instagram by searching @paperpiecesepp or @stitches_be_crazy

I am in love with Elise's colour pallet for her project.

Elise can be found on IG @eliseandemelie

Ahh ..... not is all as it seems here. It looks like @giucy_guice is making Celestial Star but is he?

I do love a rainbow creation and over the next few weeks Martina from @Avaandneve will be sharing her Liberty version of Celestial Star.

Let it load and hit play :)

Sneak preview of such a fun and vibrant epp project in @lilabellelane new book - Quilting on the go: english paper piecing. Published by @tuvapublishing and available at all good retailers ie amazon, book depository and your local quilt shop. Grab yours today #quiltingonthegoenglishpaperpiecing

A post shared by Ava and Neve (@ava_and_neve) on Jun 18, 2017 at 2:35pm PDT

So much more still to come and in the mix are TWO more versions of Celestial Star.

If you are on Instagram, also watch the accounts of Anna @spanzy and Carlie @quilty_carlie

and don't forget to check out the hashtags ....

#quiltingonthegoenglishpaperpiecing

#quiltingonthegoepp

#tuvapublishing

Here is a reminder of the lineup still to come.

Wed, July 12	Rita Hodge		www.redpepperquilts.com
Thu, July 13	Elise Baek	@eliseandemelie	www.eliseandemelie.com/
Fri, July 14	Jennie Pickett	@cloverandviolet	www.cloverandviolet.com/blog
Sat, July 15	Angela Hamilton	@alittlepatchwork	www.alittlepatchwork.wordpress.com
Mon, July 17	Sharon Weekly round up	@lilabellelane	blog.lilabellelanecreations.com
Tue, July 18	Heidi Grohs	@buttonsandbutterflies	www.buttonsandbutterflies.com
Wed, July 19	Carlie Lincoln	@quilty_carlie	www.instagram.com/quilty_carlie/
Thu, July 20	Jess Finn (Paper Pieces)	@paperpiecesepp	www.paperpieces.com
Fri, July 21	Alison von Bibra	@cotton_factory	www.cottonfactory.wordpress.com
Sat, July 22	Anorina Morris	@SameliasMum	www.sameliasmum.com
Sun, July 23	Kristyne Czepuryk	@prettybyhand	prettybyhand.com
Mon, July 24	Sharon Weekly round up	@lilabellelane	blog.lilabellelanecreations.com
Tue, July 25	Amy Smart	@diaryofaquilter.com	www.diaryofaquilter.com
Wed, July 26	Nadra Ridgeway	@ellisandhiggs.com	www.ellisandhiggs.com
Thu, July 27	Lauren Wright	@mollyandmama	www.mollyandmama.com.au
Fri, July 28	Giuseppe Ribaudo	@giucy_giuce	www.instagram.com/giucy_giuce/
Sat, July 29	Jodi Godfrey	@talesofcloth	www.talesofcloth.com
Mon, July 31	Sharon Weekly round up	@lilabellelane	blog.lilabellelanecreations.com
Tue, August 1	Amira Ameruddin	@amira_littlemushroomcap	thelittlemushroomcap.com
Wed, August 2	Melody Daly	@melodymatilda	thehouseonthesideofthehill.blogspot.com.au/
Thu, August 3	Sedef Imer	@downgrapevinelane	www.downgrapevinelane.com
Fri, August 4	Martina Bahre	@avaaandneve	www.avaandneve.com.au/blog/
Sat, August 5	Samantha Green	@fortheloveoffabric	www.fortheloveoffabric.net
Sun, August 6	Alisha Orlando	@ministryoffabric	www.ministryoffabric.com.au
Mon, August 7	Sharon Weekly round up	@lilabellelane	blog.lilabellelanecreations.com
Tue, August 8	Minki Kim	@zeriano	minkikim.com
Wed, August 9	Carlie Lincoln	@quilty_carlie	www.instagram.com/quilty_carlie/
Thu, August 10	Alex Luenz	@ALEXOUQ	www.instagram.com/alexouq/
Fri, August 11	Mathew Boudreaux	@MisterDomestic	www.MisterDomestic.net
Sat, August 12	Anna Cromie	@spanzy	www.instagram.com/spanzy/
Sun, August 13	Elise Baek	@eliseandemelie	www.eliseandemelie.com
Mon, August 14	Wynn Tan	@zakkaArt	www.zakkaArt.blogspot.com
Tue, August 15	Sharon Burgess - final wrap up	@ilabellelane	blog.lilabellelanecreations.com

** GIVEAWAY **

Don't forget to leave a comment on this post for ANOTHER entry into the giveaway 

for a signed copy of my Book.

psst ...... you will also want to check out Rita from Red Pepper Quilts tomorrow :) 

Happy Stitching,

Sharon x

You can also follow Lilabelle Lane Creations here

Clamshell Dilly Bags from "Quilting on the go...English Paper Piecing" *Giveaway Alert*

Welcome, today is one of my days on the book tour for my new book

"Quilting on the Go ... English Paper Piecing"

and I am excited to share with you my two versions of the

"Strawberries and Cream Clamshell Dilly Bag"

The original was made in soft pinks and white with a touch of bold red, easy to see why I called it "Strawberries and Cream ..."

My new version that I have made is more a "Blueberries" inspired version.

For this one I have chosen to use the new range "Bloomsbury" from Franny and Jane for Moda.

This range is set for release in September in the US.

 

I instantly fell in love with the blue and pops of coral. I tried to tell myself that I wouldn't do any fussy cutting this time but some of the charm squares had perfectly placed/cut prints that they just had to be. :)

I can't pick a favourite. I love both versions :)

Sadly, and despite all my best efforts in the editing process 

there is an error in the lining instructions for this project. 

You can find the correction HERE. 

The error has been corrected for future reprints.  xx

**GIVEAWAY ALERT **

Would you like to win your own signed copy of my new book?

To go into the random draw please leave a comment on this post, maybe telling me what fabric you would use.  The winner will be announced at the end of the Book Tour on August 15. 

There will be multiple chances to enter, just look for the Giveaway alert at the bottom of my Book Tour Posts.

Open Internationally.

Good luck and Thank you for stopping by.

Hoary Stitching,

Sharon x

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