# QuiltWithKate ## Posts - [Surprise Pattern Release and a FPP Tutorial](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/surprise-pattern-release-and-a-fpp-tutorial/): Surprise! I’ve just added another pattern to my shop! The Economy Block has always been one of my very favorite quilt blocks, and while they can be made using traditional piecing methods, I’ve found that I prefer a FPP version. Foundation paper piecing provides crisp, clean lines, sharp points and consistently accurate finished sizes each and every time. Plus, no pre-cutting required! The pattern includes five block sizes: 3”, 4”, 5”, 6” and 7.5”, which is the largest I can fit on a printable sheet of paper. This pattern is great for those wanting to learn FPP as there are […] - [The Perfect Fussy-Cut Book Spines](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/the-perfect-fussy-cut-book-spines/): I’ve been having so much fun working on my newest Tall Tales quilt, and it’s the first version that I’ve made using fabric selvages for cute, fussy-cut spines. I did a deep dive into my stash to find and remove lots of fun selvages, and I’ve got a pile on my sewing table just waiting for a perfect fabric book cover match.  I’ve gotten questions over the last few months about my fussy-cut book spines, so I thought I’d share a few tips on how to get that perfect fussy cut. I should note that not all selvages will work […] - [For the Love of Dresdens](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/for-the-love-of-dresdens/): I’ve been making Dresden plates for years, and it’s one of my very favorite traditional patterns. Some quilters seem hesitant to try them for the first time while others are confused about how they’re even sewn together. I receive lots of messages asking if it requires knowledge of foundation paper piecing. So let’s talk a bit about Dresden plates, shall we? Dresden plates are made using traditional sewing techniques. There’s no foundation paper piecing required. A template is used to cut a number of Dresden “blades,” the pointed shapes that create a full circle when sewn together. Though they may […] - [Holiday Dresden SAL](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/holiday-dresden-sal/): The Holiday Dresden Sew-Along kicks off this Wednesday, November 1! This casual, relaxed sew-along is an unofficial SAL, because there won’t be any signups, sponsors or schedules involved. It’s simply an opportunity to grab some fabric, my Dresden Plate pattern and sew along with me this holiday season. I’ll have a few small giveaways throughout November and December for those sewing along (free fabric, anyone?!), so keep an eye out for chances to win some fun sewing goodies! Use the hashtag #theholidaydresdensal when sharing your creations on Instagram. Planning to join me? You can find my Dresden Plate Quilt Block […] - [Tips for Piecing FPP Angles](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/tips-for-piecing-fpp-angles/): Quite a few of you have asked for tips about how to assemble the sidewalk portion of my ‘Home for the Holidays’ pattern. Angled pieces seem to trip up FPP’ers, but I’ve got an easy solution. The tip I’m about to share works well for the sidewalk/ground portion of my pattern, but you can use it on any section in an FPP pattern that you want to ensure the correct angles or even a perfect fussy cut. Let’s walk through the making of a sidewalk/ground portion of this pattern. Photo 1: Choose a scrap for the sidewalk piece (1D). As […] - [Fussy-cut roofline](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/fussy-cut-roofline/): Have you ever wondered how I get those fussy-cut rooflines on my “Home for the Holidays” house blocks? If so, this post is for you! Sneaking tiny details into those thin rooflines isn’t always an easy task, but I’ve got a method that may just help. Photo 1: Here, I’ve started piecing a section of the bottom of the house and have stopped at the roofline piece. Photo 2: I grab whichever fabric I’ve chosen for my roofline and a small ruler. A large ruler would also work, but when I’m fussy cutting small details, small rulers are less cumbersome. […] - [The Lazy Quilter's Guide to House Borders](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/the-lazy-quilters-guide-to-house-borders/): I’ve received quite a few messages asking about the side borders on my house blocks. My ‘Home for the Holidays’ pattern doesn’t include instructions for side borders as they are arbitrary and just something I added when I started making my Halloween quilt. But since there seems to be some interest in how I make my borders, I thought I’d share my process with you. For the record, I detest math. I avoid quilt math like the plague, so my slapdash way of adding these borders is what I like to refer to as the “lazy quilter method.” Hope this […] - [Favorite EPP Notions](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/favorite-epp-notions/): I recently jumped on the Halloween EPP bandwagon since, you know, I didn’t have enough WIPs already. (Ha!) I’ve got loads of EPP projects in various stages of completion, but I’ve never tackled a large-scale Halloween EPP project before. I chose to make a Cherish quilt simply because I had an extra Cherish papers kit lying around in the studio. English paper piecing is actually my favorite method of sewing. It’s the most relaxing, by far, and I particularly enjoy the back-to-basics process of it all. All you need is a little fabric, some paper shapes, a needle and thread. A […] - [Parade of Quilts - Part 1](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/parade-of-quilts-part-1/): The change in seasons always makes me want to clean and organize all the little corners of my home. Our 1957 midcentury ranch has lots of built-in storage, including a wonderful cabinet in the main hallway that’s perfect for storing part of my quilt collection. As we swap out quilts through the year, the cabinet gets a bit unruly, so it’s time to tidy up and air out these beauties. Today, I’m sharing a few quilts from the cabinet that I’ve made over the years. Check back in a few days as I’ll be sharing part of my antique quilt […] - [Quarter Log Cabin](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/quarter-log-cabin/): There are so many projects that I should be working toward finishing, but I couldn’t help cutting into something new today. I’ve been staring at a gorgeous low-volume bundle for weeks just waiting for inspiration to strike, and strike it did. I’m pairing the bundle with a ton of Tula Pink solids and All Stars scraps that I have left over from a previous project, and they’re a match made in heaven. I decided to use my Quarter Log Cabin pattern and use pops of bright color like confetti. The effect is beautiful and lots of fun. I frequently get […] - [Adding Windows to Your Spooky House](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/adding-windows-to-your-spooky-house/): Every so often, I get a message from a customer asking how to insert the windows into my “Home for the Holidays” pattern. Because the pattern is customizable with various window options (and doors, rooflines, house style, etc.), it can be a little confusing about how to add those into the main house templates. Hopefully, these photos and tips will help you better understand and make customizing your windows a breeze. Photo 1: Gather your scraps and cut out your chosen window templates. Piece the windows using the FPP method. Photo 2: Place a finished window face down on your […] - [Spooky Economy Blocks](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/spooky-economy-blocks/): Spent a few minutes this afternoon working on some Halloween economy blocks. This traditional quilt block is one of my very favorite patterns of all time, and I’ve made several quilts (including another Halloween quilt) featuring this wonderful pattern. If you’re unfamiliar, the economy block is a public domain quilt block pattern. A simple Google search will yield tons of free tutorials and block sizes. Some quilters even make these using the foundation paper piecing (FPP) method. While I typically prefer FPP patterns, I actually enjoy making these the old-fashioned way. They’re easy, quick and fun to make! If you’d […] - [Halloween Dresden](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/halloween-dresden/): Worked on another Halloween Dresden plate quilt block today. I pulled most of these prints from my Halloween scrap bin since small-ish scraps are perfect for Dresden quilt blocks. (It’s a great stash-busting pattern! Shameless plug.) I have a decently-large Halloween fabric stash, and whenever I cut into prints for a project, I make sure to throw any scraps larger than about 3″ into a cheap, open-top bin I found at Target a few years ago. The scraps accumulate quickly, and it’s fun to rummage through them to find a variety for a project such as this. Sometimes you manage […] ## Pages - [Tall Tales Ornament](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/tall-tales-ornament/) - [The Little Festive Sew-Along](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/the-little-festive-sew-along/) - [summer book club qal](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/summer-book-club-qal/): The Summer Book Club QAL is back! Join us for a casual, relaxed quilt-along that celebrates both the love of quilting and all things literary, and build your very own “library” over the course of 8 weeks with fellow quilters from all around the world. Participate in weekly giveaways from generous sponsors in the crafting industry for a chance to win some seriously cool prizes. So let’s get this party started! Need the Tall Tales pattern or acrylic template? Visit my Etsy shop!. Some quilters will also opt to use my Taller Tales pattern bundle which features three additional book […] - [News](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/news/) - [Frequently asked Questions](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/patterns/faq/) - [The Studio](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/the-studio/) - [Patterns](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/patterns/) - [About](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/about/) - [Welcome to Quilt With Kate](https://www.quiltwithkate.com/): Welcome! So happy you’re here! It’s a funny thing, really. I didn’t start out planning to have a small business selling patterns and notions. In fact, Quilt With Kate came about because I needed a logo in a hurry for a collaboration I was working on several years ago. Who knew it’d turn into all of this – a bustling shop, yearly quilt-alongs, collaborations with industry leaders, and the sheer joy of being part of such a great quilting community and getting to know people like you. In this space, you’ll find links to my patterns, information on QALs, and […] [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)