Scrapbox Quilts: June 2023

Today is that special day when a great new resource book is released into the quilting community. It is the work of Kelly Young aka MyQuiltInfatuation . Kelly has shared all 30 backings in her blog posts so be sure to check it out. You will not be disappointed!

I was given the opportunity to review this book and I was extremely impressed. The detail was so inclusive with size options, cutting measurements and instruction to cover every aspect your quilt project might need.

It is so thorough and truly went beyond my expectations. It is 154 pages of information, great photos and projects and it categorizes as a resource book.

Each example covers instructions for 3 sizes of quilts and gives cutting instructions for the pieced backings that incorporate your leftovers; whether they be small scraps, large chunks or yardage pulled from stash. The projects included are well categorized. It is easy to find a section that covers your needs based on your size of leftovers. All examples are beautifully photographed with complete diagrams for construction.

Would it be cheating if you selected one of these backing designs to make a great speedy quilt top too?

There are 30 choices of backing designs to choose from!

Want more? This book also offers you 18 free downloadable quilt projects of the examples used in the book.

So, I had to try one possibility from Perfectly Pieced Quilt Backs book to finish my Christmas Bows quilt top which had been waiting for a pieced border. It is a design from Jordan Fabrics.

here is the top with binding partially hand-stitched down

My project is 64 x 72, a very large lap quilt. I didn't 'quilt it to death'

this time and I love it.

Here is my backing made from the new Perfectly Pieced Quilt Back book. The design is called "Skinny and Wide". Its on page 115. I had several stripsets leftover from making the border for the top (really I changed my mind and did not use them). I also pulled some stash from my neutrals box that I did not love anymore.

this is my perfectly pieced back, truly made in one day from stash and leftovers,

I was so pleased with the pattern and ease of construction! Its perfect.

The Perfectly Pieced Quilt Backs book is one that you will refer to time and again. You will love the variety of designs to pick from and all the details included in your journey.

I'm sending you directly to Kelly's blog to get your own copy of this resource.

My Quilt Infatuation

These blogs also made a perfectly pieced quilt back of their choice from the new book. Be sure to visit them to read what they have to share about their experience.

Sandra @ mmm...quilts

Rose @ Something Rosemade

Diann @ Little Penguin Quilts

Laura @ Slice of Pi Quilts

Jayne @ Twiggy and Opal

Anja @ Anja Quilts

Nancy @ Grace and Peace Quilting

Vasudha @ Storied Quilts

Kris @ Sew Sunshine

Leanne @ Devoted Quilter

Rebecca @ Rebecca Grace Quilting

Preeti @ Sew Preeti Quilts

Susan @ Quilt Fabrication

Kate @ Katie Mae Quilts

Sarah @ Sarah Goer Quilts

Linda @ Flourishing Palms

Anne-Marie @ Stories From the Sewing Room

Michelle @ From Bolt to Beauty

Gail @ Quilting Gail

Kat @ Scrapbox Quilts

Julie @ Julie's Quilts and Costumes

Jan @ The Colorful Fabriholic

It's a blog-hoppy day! I'll also be joining these linky parties this week. Be sure to visit them to see what other creative quilters are sharing.

Monday - Small Quilts & Doll Quilts

Wednesday - Quilt Fabrication

The Inquiring Quilter

Thursday - My Quilt Infatuation

Friday - Alycia Quilts

Confessions of a Fabric Addict

This is a special but lengthy post. Thanks so much for stopping by.

Friday, June 16, 2023

Friday Quilt Hop * 6-16-2023

Welcome to the Friday Quilt Hop.

I hope you discover new inspiration today.

Tutorials - Pieced Brain

nice variety of tutes, block construction, fabric ornaments,

border blocks, small items

Top 12 Free Rail Fence Quilt Patterns (+3 Bonus Patterns For Sale) - I Love Quilting Forever

Got jelly rolls or leftover strips? I especially like # 2, 5, 6, 10, & 11

Pine Point designs: Free Patterns

a patriotic star quilt, a few scrappy quilts and

a gift bag, heart table topper

I wish you a safe and happy weekend. Thanks for stopping by.

Sunday, June 11, 2023

Q4K 23-10 Flower Garden Trip

This is another donation quilt for Ronald McDonald House. I didn't quite get it finished for the Hands2Help challenge deadline, but it is all quilted and laundered and ready for gifting now.

It has cotton batting and a printed fleece back. I quilted it with Watermelon Glide thread on my sit-down Janome Versa 18. It finished at 48 x 57. I quilted an all over orange peel design.

and here is the back........... it looks prettier in person

I'm joining my favorite linky parties this week. Be sure to visit them to see what other creative quilters are sharing.

Monday - Small Quilts & Doll Quilts

Wednesday - Quilt Fabrication

The Inquiring Quilter

Thursday - My Quilt Infatuation

Friday - Alycia Quilts

Confessions of a Fabric Addict

I wish you a safe and happy week. Thanks so much for stopping by.

Fabulous New Resource Book

There is a great resource book for getting those leftovers used in a pieced backing. All the math is figured for you. This book is one of those 'must-haves' in your quilting library and it's coming June 21st.

This book is the work of Kelly Young. You will find Kelly over at

My Quilt Infatuation: Perfectly Pieced Quilt Backs Kickoff!

and Kelly is sharing examples from her book each day until it's released on June 21st. Be sure to check out her posts daily. This book is truly an exciting publication.

Thanks so much for stopping by.

Friday, June 9, 2023

Friday Quilt Hop * 6-09-2023

Welcome to the Friday Quilt Hop.

I hope you discover new inspiration today.

Tutorials – ScribblyGumQuiltCo

several strippy or scrappy patterns... love the

apron on page 3

FITF: Tutorials | Film in the Fridge

some quilts, some blocks a few small projects

Tutorials • Techniques • Freebies – OccasionalPiece–Quilt! (opquilt.com)

really nice variety, quilts, houses, small items, some paper piecing

I wish you a safe and happy weekend. Thanks so much for stopping by.

Monday, June 5, 2023

Hands 2 Help Finale 2023

Sarah has granted us an extra week to check in with our Hands 2 Help Challenge finishes, so that was just the nudge I needed to get the pics off my camera and share my challenge finishes. I have been keeping very busy with this years' challenge and have not posted much lately.

My quilts are donated locally to the Ronald McDonald House mission and a local foster child.

Okay, I was determined to use up my little batch of monkey fabric. My latest finishes:

and here is a pic of the cozy fleece backs.....

here is a review from earlier posts

I wont count this one in my totals but it IS on my quilting table

to finish up this week.

I also have another quarter log cabin flimsy waiting to be pin basted. So I have enjoyed progressing on this challenge.

My finished quilts for the Hands2Help Challenge is 8. I do all the cutting, piecing and quilt on a sit- down machine. Be sure to visit Sarah at Confessions of a Fabric Addict so you can see what everyone else has accomplished for the program this year.

Confessions of a Fabric Addict: Hands2Help Comfort Quilt Challenge Week 12 - But Wait - It's Not Over Yet!

Since I've finally made a new post, I might as well share with some other favorite linky parties. Be sure to visit everyone to see what other quilters are sharing.

Monday - Small Quilts & Doll Quilts

Wednesday - Quilt Fabrication

The Inquiring Quilter

Thursday - My Quilt Infatuation

Friday - Alycia Quilts

Have a great week. Thanks so much for stopping by.