Ruby Star Society Juicy Fabric Collection
Melody Miller’s Juicy fabric line from Ruby Star Society continues to shine. Here’s why we’re still obsessed—and what bundles you’ll love most.
Explore the moody, magical #midnightgardenquilt trend—how it started, what counts as a block, and how to join the fun.
Quilters, it’s time to tame that scrap bin (or at least make a dent). Here are 8 scrappy quilt ideas I’m loving lately, plus some bonus tips to keep the chaos fun.
Quilt Reveal! (Yankee Doodle Dandy Neon Colorway)
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Quilting T-Shirts | Holly Lesué (@makervalley) This is my Yankee Doodle Dandy quilt pattern and this is the 3rd c...
A Finished Yankee Doodle Dandy (Washed Out) Quilt Top!
My friend recently completed a beautiful quilt using our Yankee Doodle Dandy (Washed Out) Quilt Kit, and I couldn't be happier with the outcome! Before she sent it off to be quilted, she kindly al...
Shortcut Tutorial for Piecing Patchwork Blocks
Hello everyone! My name is Holly Lesué. I’m a quilter, fabric collector (hoarder?), and girl mom. Together with my graphic designer husband, Dave (a.k.a. Stately Type), I own and operate Maker Val...
3 Things No One Tells You About Quilting
1. Imperfections are part of the beauty! When it comes to quilting, perfection is not always the ultimate goal. Quilts are often cherished for their handmade qualities and the love and effort put...
I often hear the statement, "I wish I could quilt!" Every time I hear it, I want to respond, "You can! Just get going! Start today!" I have always loved this quote by Dieter F. Uchtdorf (a leader i...
How to Choose the Right Fabric for Quilting
Hello, fellow fabric enthusiasts! Today, I'm thrilled to dive into the wonderful world of fabric selection and guide you on how to choose the perfect fabrics for your quilting projects. So grab you...
5 Inspiring Projects to Kickstart your Sewjo
I have been working so much lately and have had no time at all for fun sewing. But I’m determined to carve out some time very soon so that I can breakout of this burnout I’ve been feeling! So I wa...
6 Color Placement Tips for Quilters
When it comes to creating a beautiful quilt, I've learned that it's important to understand how to place different colored fabrics. The placement of colors can totally transform the overall look a...
Quilting burnout is your best friend
If you are feeling burned out, that’s great! It’s a sign that it’s time to make a change for the better. Here are three ideas that have helped me: 1. It's ok to let go of projects that no l...
Maximizing Your Space: Displaying Your Quilts on Ikea's Fjällbo Shelf
If you're like me, you love finding new, cute ways to display your quilts. You know what it's like to spend days (weeks? 😬 months? 🤭) working on a quilt—after all that effort, you want to show it o...
3 Keys for Finishing Your Quilting WIPs (Works in Progress)
If you follow me on Instagram (@makervalley), you know that I quilt a LOT and that, for the most part, I finish my WIPs (my Work-In-Progress quilting projects). In fact, for the past eight years, I...
DIY Scrappy Fabric Mod Podge Ornaments
Note: This post contains affiliate links. I receive commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Let me show you how I made these fun, easy, scrappy fabric ornaments... But first, ...
Colorful Happy Christmas Quilt
I finished my colorful Happy Christmas quilt yesterday and it’s already being put to good use! Note: you can buy my in my shop: Happy Christmas quilt pattern by Maker Valley. This is my 3rd daught...
How many Buffalo Plaid quilts are too many?
I’ve asked this before and I’ll ask it again… How many Buffalo Plaid quilts are too many? You might tell me I’ve already crossed the threshold. But I’m sorry, when I see a good combo I cannot help ...
Come pick up quick-and-easy gifts for all your quilting and sewing friends at our pop-up shop this Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022 from 11am-2pm at Tribal Sugar in Provo! (We'll have a selection of t-shir...
My first granny square quilt! (plus some quick instructions)
Here is a close-up of the granny square quilt I made from the Hole Punch Dot line by Kimberly Kight for Ruby Star Society. Isn't it so pretty? I just love the vibrancy of these colors and the way ...
A Little Birdie Told Me (New FQB!)
A little birdie told me that there is a new low volume bundle in my shop! 😍It’s actually called “A Little Birdie Told Me (Low Volume)” because look at how darling that bird print is! 🥰I have just a...
Happy St. Patrick's Day (New Rainbow FQBs!)
Look what I made with the Hole Punch Dot fabric line by Kim Kight for Ruby Star. This is just the top though, I'm undecided on what to back it with! Also, I just listed a few rainbow bundles in h...
I'm working on a Disney quilt...
I've wanted to make my girls Disney quilts for awhile so I've been slowly collecting fun Disney fabrics. I didn't have any particular pattern in mind until I found this red fabric from Camelot fabr...
Peppermint Stripe Quilt Tutorial
Printable PDF Version If you’d like to purchase a printable PDF version of this tutorial which includes more size options, click here Before you begin: All seam allowances are 1⁄4" Ri...
Here’s a time-lapse video of a Halloween bundle we’ve been putting together! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Maker Valley—Holly Lesué (@makervall...