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Wednesday Wait Loss 485

Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 20 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000

WWL is a place where you can share photos of quilts you’re working on and get encouragement to finish them from our Wednesday Wait Loss group! As you can see, I’ve been doing this for years and so our group is strong, loves to share, and is very welcoming.

Here’s how it works. Every week I start out by sharing what I’ve been working on. Then I share the projects from the previous week that most inspired me so that they will inspire you too! This is followed by the actual link up where you can share a photo of your current project. If you are new to linking up, I have a separate page that steps you through the whole process.

What I've been up to

My new Island Batik collection arrived last week and since then I’ve had my nose down and have been working on the first quilt for the collection. The collection will debut in 2027.

I also spent some time prepping a promo for a special bundle of Patriotic patterns that’s being offered for a limited time at a crazy, gotta get ‘em price.

Let’s talk. If you had a weekend to make something special to commemorate this year, what would you make? A red, white, and blue quilt to hang on the porch all summer? A table runner that comes out every Fourth of July and gets so many compliments? Something scrappy and fun just to dig into that patriotic fabric you've been hoarding saving? 😄

On Thursday, I invite you to get cozy and browse through the bundle.

Scroll slowly and stop when your heart says “Ooooh! I like that one.” That’s your pattern. That's your weekend sorted. That's your little piece of the 250th anniversary celebration—made by your hands, with fabric you love.

And the other 18? They'll be there. Patiently waiting their turn as you work through your stash.

Mark your calendar! The bundle is only available from Thursday, May 21st to Monday, May 25th.

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Julie @ Julie’s Quilts and Costumes who shared her Mini Storm at Sea quilt. The quilt is two-sided, with a light and a dark side. Isn’t that a cool idea?

Julie also shared another Storm at Sea quilt she’d made. Don’t you just love that border? What a cool way to finish a Storm at Sea!

Next, Leeanna @ Not Afraid of Color shared some improv bits she sewed using RSC’s orange fabrics. What I like about these pieces is how artistic they are! I can’t wait to see what Leanna makes of them.

And finally, Allison @ A Messy House is a Sign of a Happy Quilter shared her Between the Lines quilt. I really love how bright and fun this is. That black really makes the colors pop!

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

By linking up, you give me permission to grab a photo or two to share here on Wednesday Wait Loss.
This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
If you’re uploading a photo from your phone/computer, don’t forget to leave a comment below that explains your project. And for the rest of us, please reply to a few of these comments leaving words of encouragement for a quick finish.
Please link back to THIS post somewhere in your blog/Facebook/Instagram post. Use @inquiringquilter and #wedwaitloss to tag me.
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Wednesday Wait Loss 484

Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 13 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

I filmed the quilt assembly tutorial for Vintage Halloween, so another complete BOM is up in my membership, My Quilty Neighborhood. I can’t wait to begin the next BOM!

I’m expecting my next Island Batik collection to arrive any moment, so last week I worked on the final touches for the first of three patterns I designed for the collection. My fifth collection debuts later this year, and this new collection will arrive in shops in 2027.

Here’s a peak at the pattern, shown here in spring greens. I’m calling the pattern Split Maple and it’ll debut with the collection next year.

I ended my week with a presentation at Stone Soup Batiks. I shared a trunk show of quilts and my design for the All Indiana Shop Hop, which is going on now through the end of June. The pattern is included in the shop hop magazine which you can purchase online through Stone Soup Batiks and any of the other participating shops. I call my design Indiana Fireflies.

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Allison @ A Messy House is a Sign of a Happy Quilter shared several RSC projects, including these adorable improv pineapple blocks!

Next, Gail @ Quilting Gail shared photos from her guild’s quilt show, including quilts from a challenge called Sliver of Silver. Participants made small quilts that contained a sliver of silver from the left to right edge of the quilt. That way, the silver river could run through the exhibit connecting one quilt to the next. Isn’t that a cool idea?

Here is just part of the exhibit. Visit Gail to see more.

Preeti @ Sew Preeti Quilts shared her latest quilt pattern. So cute!

And finally, Julie @ Julie’s Quilts and Costumes shared her gorgeous 2025 Temperature quilt. I can’t tell you how much I just love this!

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

By linking up, you give me permission to grab a photo or two to share here on Wednesday Wait Loss.
This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
If you’re uploading a photo from your phone/computer, don’t forget to leave a comment below that explains your project. And for the rest of us, please reply to a few of these comments leaving words of encouragement for a quick finish.
Please link back to THIS post somewhere in your blog/Facebook/Instagram post. Use @inquiringquilter and #wedwaitloss to tag me.
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Wednesday Wait Loss 483

Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 06 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

I cut out a quilt for a friend who broke her shoulder and is still recovering. I used my AccuQuilt, so it was pretty fast. Some pieces had to be cut by hand, but that’s okay. I used a few of my strip cutters to cut the strips, then subcut by hand so it was still fast.

Next, I sewed up my new Quilt Block Mania block, which debuted yesterday here on the blog. The theme was Art, but I decided quilting is an art so I made a quilting related block—Mini Iron. Jump over here to read how you can get the pattern for free!

I ended my week by creating a new block for Quilt Block Mania. The theme is Art. I’ll leave you to guess what I might have designed. The block debuts here on Tuesday.

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Gail @ Quilting Gail who shared several projects, including Toni’s Garden. Aren’t they pretty? I can’t wait to see how they look all together in a quilt.

Next, Gretchen @ Gretchen’s Little Corner shared her progress on the Designer Mystery. Such lovely fabrics! Won’t this make a wonderful quilt?

And finally, Kat @ Scrapbox Quilts shared her latest cottage for the Quilters Cove QAL. So pretty in pink! And those sweet little birds! Love it.

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

By linking up, you give me permission to grab a photo or two to share here on Wednesday Wait Loss.
This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
If you’re uploading a photo from your phone/computer, don’t forget to leave a comment below that explains your project. And for the rest of us, please reply to a few of these comments leaving words of encouragement for a quick finish.
Please link back to THIS post somewhere in your blog/Facebook/Instagram post. Use @inquiringquilter and #wedwaitloss to tag me.
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Quilt Block Mania - May is Art

Jennifer Fulton — Tue, 05 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Welcome to my stop on the Quilt Block Mania Blog Hop. Each of the designers participating in the hop are sharing a block pattern inspired by this month’s theme, which is Art.

This is my seventh year participating in QBM, and I hope you’ve enjoyed my free block pattern each month! If you’ve missed any, the patterns for previous months are available in my shop.

To learn how to get my free pattern, see How to Get the Free Block at the end of this post.

When I considered the Art theme, I thought first of great artists like Van Gogh, Rembrandt, and Renoir. But honestly, quilting is my art form. Whether you make an art quilt or simply sew some charm squares together, you’re creating art. Every choice and every decision affect the final look and contribute to the beauty of your quilt.

As quilt artists, one of our most valuable tools is our iron. Without a proper pressing, our blocks won’t lay flat and the resulting quilt won’t be a pretty as it could be. So my block is a tribute to this invaluable tool. I chose to depict a mini iron because frankly, I love mine!

If you love the art quilting as much I do, you might want to collect these other quilt-themed blocks for a future quilt. You’ll find these patterns in my shop.

Seam Rippers

Spool and Bobbins

Wonder Clips

Quilters Bingo

I call my block Mini Iron. It uses traditional piecing and fusible machine applique. I hope you’ll make my block and tag me on social media @inquiringquilter!

To learn how to get my free pattern, see How to Get the Free Block at the end of this post.

There are lots of designers in this hop so be sure to visit all of them for your free pattern. Here are links to all the blocks in the Quilt Block Art Series:

Crayon by Scrapdash
Mini Iron by Inquiring Quilter
Craft Paint Bottles by Memory Barn Studio
Artist Palette by Quilt Fabrication
Draw by Tamarinis
Painted Pots by Patti’s Patchwork
Gradation by Patchwork Breeze
Paint Splatter by Appliques Quilts and More
Still Life with Pear by Flowerdog & Co
Stained Glass Star by Due North Handmade
Colored Pencils by Always Expect Moore

Scroll through my past Quilt Block Mania blocks to see what you’ve missed! Past blocks are available in my shop.

US CUSTOMERS ONLY

INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS

Quilt Block Mania returns next month with the theme Water, so be sure to come back on the first Tuesday of the month to see what I create!

My Mini Iron block pattern is free to my email subscribers. Every Sunday I share quilty tips and tricks, tutorials, and news in my weekly newsletter. I also include the code for downloading the monthly pattern for free.

If you are already a subscriber, you don’t need to do a thing. Just check your newsletter when it arrives on Sunday. If you haven’t yet subscribed, sign up below then watch for the newsletter on Sunday for the free pattern download code.

Before you go, let me tell you about everything that’s going on here this week.

Happenings Here at Inquiring Quilter

I’ve finished my Vintage Halloween BOM, which is exclusive to my quilting membership. I have only to create the quilt assembly tutorial and then we’ll be ready for the next BOM!

I’m narrowing down my ideas and I’m so excited!

I’ll be teaching on a cruise of the Western Caribbean next year, but the time to sign up is now if you wish to get the best cabins. Learn more here.

My weekly show and tell linkup, Wednesday Wait Loss is over seven years old! Over the years, my little weekly group has encouraged many wonderful finishes. Join us by sharing your latest project.

Here’s a link to this week’s show and tell link up.

If you’re looking to make new friends, join me on Facebook this Saturday for my weekly online quilting retreat I call my Saturday Sew-In. The fun starts at 8 AM EST and runs through 5 PM EST. It’s not live but there are get to know you prompts throughout the day to spark discussion and friendship. This is a fun and friendly group and you’ll soon make friends—real friends.

In addition, you’ll be inspired by other quilter’s projects and you’ll gets tons of encouragement as you share your own. If you’ve been missing friendliness and support, I guarantee you’ll find it here. Saturday Sew-In takes place in my private Facebook group. Click here to join my Facebook group. Be sure to answer the questions so I know your not a bot.

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Wednesday Wait Loss 482

Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

I shipped out a huge order of Broken Road patterns for my upcoming quilting cruise with Stitchin’ Heaven. It’s not to late to join us as we sail the Western Caribbean with Royal Caribbean.

I recorded the intro for my tutorial videos on Hep Cat, the final block in my Vintage Halloween BOM. I’m so happy with how he turned out!

I ended my week by creating a new block for Quilt Block Mania. The theme is Art. I’ll leave you to guess what I might have designed. The block debuts here on Tuesday.

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Alycia @ Quilty Girl shared her Star and Crown top. Alycia is stopping for now on this project until she decides on her borders. Although it’s unfinished, isn’t her quilt wonderful?

Next, Rebecca @ Rebecca Grace shared her progress on Stonefields. Always so precise and neat, Rebecca’s blocks are such a joy to look at!

And finally, Nann @ With Strings Attached shared her latest from the 6 Quilts in 6 Weeks challenge. Nann is calling this one Jolie Afrique. Don’t you just love those fabrics?

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

By linking up, you give me permission to grab a photo or two to share here on Wednesday Wait Loss.
This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
If you’re uploading a photo from your phone/computer, don’t forget to leave a comment below that explains your project. And for the rest of us, please reply to a few of these comments leaving words of encouragement for a quick finish.
Please link back to THIS post somewhere in your blog/Facebook/Instagram post. Use @inquiringquilter and #wedwaitloss to tag me.
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Wednesday Wait Loss 481

Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

This week has been hard and I haven’t gotten a lot of work done. In March we had to replace our furnace. Then last week, the water heater gave up. A few days later we noticed some water and after investigating, it was determined that the water softener was also kaput.

We immediately went into the remediation phase, with a company placing fans, a dehumidifier, and an air scrubber in the hallway to dry things out and remove any mold from the air. That part is over at least. Boy those fans were loud!

Soon we’ll get an estimate for the next phase—restoration—where everything will be restored. On the plus side, although the water got into the closet of my video studio, none of my quilts or fabric was hurt. I may have lost a few things, but nothing too important.

I finished recording a tutorial on a patriotic mini quilt that I’ll be presenting in an upcoming online seminar in June. I had to record what I could in the studio before the fans were installed, then record the rest upstairs in my office but I got it done!

I love how it turned out.

Later, I recorded the tutorial for the next block in my Vintage Halloween BOM. I still need to make the Double-size version of the block then record the Intro but at least I’ve made some good progress!

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Gretchen @ Gretchen’s Little Corner who shared these Carolina Lillies blocks. Aren’t they beautiful? What a pretty quilt they’ll make.

Next, Margo @ MY Quilts and Crafts shared two baby quilts she made recently for friends. I love how delightfully different they are from each other. And so pretty!

And finally, Preeti @ Sew Preeti Quilts shared her new quilt, Polite Society, and some red RSC blocks. I love the cool simplicity of Polite Society, but those RSC blocks just knock me out! Aren’t they cool?

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

By linking up, you give me permission to grab a photo or two to share here on Wednesday Wait Loss.
This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
If you’re uploading a photo from your phone/computer, don’t forget to leave a comment below that explains your project. And for the rest of us, please reply to a few of these comments leaving words of encouragement for a quick finish.
Please link back to THIS post somewhere in your blog/Facebook/Instagram post. Use @inquiringquilter and #wedwaitloss to tag me.
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Wednesday Wait Loss 480

Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

Thank you for the birthday wishes last week. They really made my day. The celebration continued over the weekend, when my daughter came to visit. We did some clothes shopping for me, some gaming, some movie watching, and some dining out. It was such a great weekend!

I worked some more on fabric folding and organizing my new shelves. I’ve now gotten all my print fabric from my downstairs video studio moved upstairs, and sorted by color. I’ve also moved my collection of Tula Pink fabrics upstairs—you can see it on the top right.

Now I want to move themed prints that are sorted into collections like Christmas, Halloween, quilting, and so on up here near my sewing machine. Downstairs in the video studio I’ll keep my extensive collection of Island Batiks and other batiks I’ve bought over the years.

I finished designing a flag block for a patriotic mini quilt. I’ll be hosting a tutorial with free pattern during an upcoming seminar to be held in June. Watch for more details coming soon on how to sign up for free for this fantastic fun-filled seminar!

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Nancy @ Grace and Peace Quilting who shared two charity quilts. In order to bust her stash, Nancy is using the RSC color prompt each month to make charity quilts. What a great idea!

Next, Diann @ Little Penguin Quilts shared several projects, including her blocks from the Little House on the Prairie SAL. Don’t you just love her fabrics? So perfect for fall.

And finally, Karen @ Quilts Etc shared several projects too, including her RSC Flowering Snowball blocks. I’ve shared these before, but I had to share how much I love the mix of dark and light blocks. This is really coming together well! Love it.

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

By linking up, you give me permission to grab a photo or two to share here on Wednesday Wait Loss.
This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
If you’re uploading a photo from your phone/computer, don’t forget to leave a comment below that explains your project. And for the rest of us, please reply to a few of these comments leaving words of encouragement for a quick finish.
Please link back to THIS post somewhere in your blog/Facebook/Instagram post. Use @inquiringquilter and #wedwaitloss to tag me.
Need help linking up?

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Wednesday Wait Loss 479

Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

First, I should mention that today is my birthday! Happy birthday to me. 🎂

My husband is taking me out for lunch and making me a nice steak dinner tonight. He makes steaks so perfect, there’s no reason to go to a fancy place to have one. They never taste as good as his.

And for dessert, my favorite—lemon poppyseed. Simple recipe but oh soooooo good!

Last week I finished an Indy 500 pin banner for my daughter. We’re big fans of the Indy 500 and go every year. Last year my daughter decided to start collecting pins, starting with the year she was born. Some she has are even older.

She already has 42 pins with plans to collect more so I knew I needed to make sure she had room to grow. Together we decided on 6 across and 11 down (for the 11 rows of cars at the start of the race.) I had brick fabric so of course I needed to add the “yard of bricks.” At the top I added the famous pagoda.

I put the banner in her Easter basket and she was thrilled! She went home after and immediately arranged her pins on it. She told me that she’s keeping the pagoda and yard of bricks spaces for real special pins she wants to feature.

Yesterday my newest Quilt Block Mania block debuted here on the blog. The theme was Games, and I made a Quilter’s Bingo block. The pattern is free to my newsletter subscribers.

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Julie @ Julie’s Quilts and Costumes who shared her Lighthouse Inn quilt. Isn’t it gorgeous? I love the bright colors against that dark background, and the lights and darks in each block. Wonderful!

And finally, Turid @ Den Syende Himmel shared her spool quilt. She and a group of friends made these for a show—each quilt is in answer to a specific prompt. What a wonderful idea! So creative, and they make a great display.

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

By linking up, you give me permission to grab a photo or two to share here on Wednesday Wait Loss.
This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
If you’re uploading a photo from your phone/computer, don’t forget to leave a comment below that explains your project. And for the rest of us, please reply to a few of these comments leaving words of encouragement for a quick finish.
Please link back to THIS post somewhere in your blog/Facebook/Instagram post. Use @inquiringquilter and #wedwaitloss to tag me.
Need help linking up?

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Quilt Block Mania - April is Games

Jennifer Fulton — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Welcome to my stop on the Quilt Block Mania Blog Hop. Each of the designers participating in the hop are sharing a block pattern inspired by this month’s theme, which is Weather.

This is my seventh year participating in QBM, and I hope you’ve enjoyed my free block pattern each month! If you’ve missed any, the patterns for previous months are available in my shop.

To learn how to get my free pattern, see How to Get the Free Block at the end of this post.

I don’t know if you have ever played Quilter’s Bingo, but it sure is fun! My bee and I were in charge of games one year for our Christmas party, and as a result, we were in charge of making the bingo cards.

With Quilters bingo, you play with a fabric card. Each column is a color, and every square is a specific category of fabric. You can choose any categories you like, but for my block above I chose Dots, Flowers, 30s reproductions, animals, and winter holidays.

Every card will have it’s own unique combination of colors and categories. There may even be a category not represented on a single card at all. A caller determines the next combo (we used dice) and calls it out (such as Red Winter Holiday) so players can mark their cards. For my block, I used red markers as you might find in regular bingo. At that Christmas party, we used buttons to mark our cards so you can do that on your block if you like.

In my block, the player has just won after forming a diagonal line with their markers.

If you love quilting as much I do, you might want to collect these other quilt-themed blocks for a future quilt. You’ll find these patterns in my shop.

Seam Rippers

Spool and Bobbins

Wonder Clips

I call my block Quilter’s Bingo. It uses traditional piecing and fusible machine applique. I hope you’ll make my block and tag me on social media @inquiringquilter!

To learn how to get my free pattern, see How to Get the Free Block at the end of this post.

There are lots of designers in this hop so be sure to visit all of them for your free pattern. Here are links to all the blocks in the Quilt Block Games Series:

Chess Pieces by Carolina Moore
Quilt Games
Quilters Bingo by Inquiring Quilter
Tangrams
Dominoes by QuiltFabrication
Quilty Games by Studio B Quilt
Checkmate! by Patti's Patchwork
Tic Tac Toe by Appliques Quilts and More
Game Time Quilt Block
Triple Score by Tamarinis

Scroll through my past Quilt Block Mania blocks to see what you’ve missed! Past blocks are available in my shop.

US CUSTOMERS ONLY

INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS

Quilt Block Mania returns next month with the theme Art, so be sure to come back on the first Tuesday of the month to see what I create!

My Quilter’s Bingo block pattern is free to my email subscribers. Every Sunday I share quilty tips and tricks, tutorials, and news in my weekly newsletter. I also include the code for downloading the monthly pattern for free.

Before you go, let me tell you about everything that’s going on here this week.

Happenings Here at Inquiring Quilter

I’m currently working on the last few blocks for my Vintage Halloween BOM, which is exclusive to my quilting membership. I’m also churning ideas for the next BOM!

I’ll be teaching on a cruise of the Western Caribbean next year, but the time to sign up is now if you wish to get the best cabins. Learn more here.

My weekly show and tell linkup, Wednesday Wait Loss is over seven years old! Over the years, my little weekly group has encouraged many wonderful finishes. Join us by sharing your latest project.

Here’s a link to this week’s show and tell link up.

Thanks for stopping by!

This post may contain affiliate links. By clicking on a link and making a purchase, you help offset the cost of running this blog at no additional cost to you. Thank you!

Tell me…will you be making my block?

I really appreciate your comments. Please leave an email address so I can thank you personally!

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Wednesday Wait Loss 478

Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

Last week I designed and made the new Quilt Block Mania block for April. The new block will debut next Tuesday. The theme is games. I wonder what I’ll make? (And no, it’s not Monopoly.)

I also added some patterns to Quiltie. Quiltie is a place where you can track your quilt projects, browse for patterns to try, organize your stash, and ask questions of your fellow quilters.

You can join Quiltie for free.

I also started work on a project for the next Quilters Paradise Summit—Fast-n-Easy. This time, the summit is focusing on projects with participants getting free patterns and video tutorials on how to make them. The summit will be in June. Sign up for my newsletter to be sure you get notified to join! The summit is free.

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week. Many of you finished your SAHRR quilts. Let’s take a look!

Up first is Diann @ Little Penguin Quilts. Diann chose a fall theme. What a lovely way to frame her embroidery!

Next, Nann @ With Strings Attached frame a small panel for her SAHRR. Being a librarian, Nann couldn’t have picked a more perfect subject for her quilt. Each border adds interest to this lovely piece.

Kat @ Scrapbox Quilts created a lovely quilt with her mix of borders and colors. That applique flower block in the center really inspired a beautiful quilt! Don’t you just love it?

Next, Carol @ Quilt Schmilt also started with a panel for her SAHRR. Here, the simple borders draw attention to that tranquil farm scene in the panel.

And finally, Gail @ Quilting Gail used a mix of my favorite colors (purple, teal, and fuchsia) to create this delightful quilt. I just adore those butterflies, don’t you? Her flying geese and circle borders add such movement. It’s like those butterflies are flittering around her little garden in the center!

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

By linking up, you give me permission to grab a photo or two to share here on Wednesday Wait Loss.
This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
If you’re uploading a photo from your phone/computer, don’t forget to leave a comment below that explains your project. And for the rest of us, please reply to a few of these comments leaving words of encouragement for a quick finish.
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Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

Last week I recorded the tutorial for my Witchy Moon block, which is part of my Vintage Halloween BOM.

I didn’t get a lot done after that, just little things here and there because on Friday we helped our beautiful Zora over the rainbow bridge. She was the best cat EVER and I miss her so much.

Zora helped me quilt and cross stitch. She’d often interrupt my videos with questions. “Meow?” “Meeeeeowwww??” “Meow, meow, meow?” The answer was always to give her some attention. Wouldn’t I love to give her even more attention now?

Miss you, Zora sweetheart.

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

I hope you all understand. I’m just not up to this right now. Your projects were lovely though, and I hope you’ll share more this week.

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

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Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

Last week I attended classes at the Quilter’s Paradise Summit, just to learn what other quilting teachers are doing. It’s my way of keeping up with the industry.

While I was watching videos, I sorted fabrics to place on my new shelves.

At the end of the week, I worked on the next block in my Vintage Halloween BOM, which is exclusive to my quilting membership. The block is called Witchy Moon.

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Allison @ A Messy House is a Sign of a Happy Quilter shared several projects, including this lovely pieced backing. Allison made it from orphan blocks. Isn’t that a wonderful way to use them up?

Next, Kat @ Scrapbox Quilts shared her quilt from the Open Spaces quilting challenge. Didn’t Kat do a great job of quilting this piece? What a great way to brush up on free motion quilting!

Gretchen @ Gretchen’s Little Corner shared her progress on the Designer Mystery. Isn’t this a pretty quilt in progress? I simply adore the fabrics, don’t you?

And finally, Leeanna @ Not Afraid of Color shared her answer to the Project Quilt 17.5 challenge, My Compliments. Leeanna used a painting, printed on fabric, to create her piece. Isn’t it gorgeous?

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

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Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

Last week I focused on quilt patterns for my fifth Island Batik collection, which will be released next year. I’ve created (3) new patterns that I’ll be making soon, when my new fabric arrives here.

After I make my quilts, I’ll ship them to Island Batik for catalog photography. The quilts will return months later, and I’ll keep them a secret until the collection is released next year. Yep, that’s how far ahead we work in the fabric industry!

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Karen @ Quilts Etc who shared several projects, including these beautiful blocks she’s making for RSC. She calls the blocks Flowering Snowballs and they do look like lovely flowers. What a pretty garden Karen is making!

Next, Deb @ A Scrappy Quilter showed off an incredible number of quilt tops she’s recently finished from her scraps. Each one is so cool, including this pretty baby quilt.

And finally, Rebecca @ Rebecca Grace shared this lovely temperature quilt she quilted for a client. I love bright fabrics so this is so pretty to me! And it’s an easy block for a temperature quilt. Just love it!

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

By linking up, you give me permission to grab a photo or two to share here on Wednesday Wait Loss.
This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
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Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

I was at a quilt retreat last week with my beemates. We shopped, traveled parts of Michigan to see the lovely landscape, and sewed!

I started sewing some of the house in Summer Village. As you may recall, I’m making this quilt with my beemates. The quilt has four rows—the first row and another row (I chose row 2) we are sewing ourselves, the other two rows are being sewn by a bee mate. I in turn will sew row 2 for them.

This quilt is easy peasy once you’ve got the fabrics cut! At retreat I sewed all of Row 1 and most of Row 2. So excited! At our March bee meeting I will get the fabrics from my bee mates to make their Row 2s, and they will get mine to make Rows 3 and 4.

Two of us are using the colors in Summer Village, and one is using the Winter Village colors. To me, both are equally beautiful so it was very hard to choose!

While on retreat, I finished the appliques for a new quilt pattern that will debut in January when my next Island Batik collection arrives in stores. I can’t show you the quilt just yet, but I can share that it includes this little guy. The pattern will include a small lap/toddler size quilt and a wall hanging. I think the quilt is going to look wonderful in a child’s bedroom!

Yesterday I shared my new Quilt Block Mania block for March. The theme is weather so of course I made an umbrella! I’m smiling because as I write this, it’s raining. 🤣

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Deb @ A Scrappy Quilter who shared this pretty strip pieced quilt top. Deb is the queen of using scraps. I love how easy and beautiful this looks. Great job, Deb!

Next, Nann @ With Strings Attached shared the progress she’s made on her SAHRR. Nann is a former librarian and loves to read. If you are looking for book recommendations, she’s your go-to. What a cute quilt to combine both her passions!

Preeti @ Sew Preeti Quilts shared her latest quilt. It’s a take on a traditional Irish Chain. Isn’t it pretty?

And finally, Turid @ Den Syende Himmel shared pages from her stitch book. This cutie caught my eye. Isn’t he adorable?

Time to link up!

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Remember!

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This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
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Quilt Block Mania - March is Weather

Jennifer Fulton — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Welcome to my stop on the Quilt Block Mania Blog Hop. Each of the designers participating in the hop are sharing a block pattern inspired by this month’s theme, which is Weather.

This is my seventh year participating in QBM, and I hope you’ve enjoyed my free block pattern each month! If you’ve missed any, the patterns for previous months are available in my shop.

To learn how to get my free pattern, see How to Get the Free Block at the end of this post.

I love the rain. Okay, not driving in it, but walking in a gentle rain is fun. And watching the rain fall in my garden lifts my spirits.

A rainy day also means more sewing, so what’s wrong with that?

For my block, I imagined a bright umbrella under a dark sky, with raindrops falling down. I mean, why carry a black umbrella when you can carry a purple one?

If you love weather as much I do, you might want to collect these other blocks for a future quilt. You’ll find these patterns in my shop.

April Showers

First Snow

Snow

I call my block Umbrella. It uses fusible machine applique. I hope you’ll make my block and tag me on social media @inquiringquilter!

To learn how to get my free pattern, see How to Get the Free Block at the end of this post.

There are lots of designers in this hop so be sure to visit all of them for your free pattern. Here are links to all the blocks in the Quilt Block Weather Series:

Clouds in the Sky by Carolina Moore
Sunny Days Quilt Block by Scrapdash
Umbrella by Inquiring Quilter
Tornado by Memory Barn Studio
Rainy Day by QuiltFabrication
Dresden Plate Rainbow by Quilted Diary
Sunrise By Tamarinis
Lightning Strike by Studio B
Thunder & Lightning by Patti's Patchwork
Cloud w/raindrops by Appliques Quilts and More
Rainbow Stripes
Sunny Lanes
Sunny Delight by Flowerdog & Co

Scroll through my past Quilt Block Mania blocks to see what you’ve missed! Past blocks are available in my shop.

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Quilt Block Mania returns next month with the theme Games, so be sure to come back on the first Tuesday of the month to see what I create!

My Umbrella block pattern is free to my email subscribers. Every Sunday I share quilty tips and tricks, tutorials, and news in my weekly newsletter. I also include the code for downloading the monthly pattern for free.

Before you go, let me tell you about everything that’s going on here this week.

Happenings Here at Inquiring Quilter

I’m currently working on the last few blocks for my Vintage Halloween BOM, which is exclusive to my quilting membership. I’m also churning ideas for the next BOM!

I’ll be teaching on a cruise of the Western Caribbean next year, but the time to sign up is now if you wish to get the best cabins. Learn more here.

My weekly show and tell linkup, Wednesday Wait Loss is over seven years old! Over the years, my little weekly group has encouraged many wonderful finishes. Join us by sharing your latest project.

Here’s a link to this week’s show and tell link up.

Thanks for stopping by!

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Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

I’ve made some progress on Summer Village—finally purchasing a background for it. Now to cut the background and organize the pieces for sewing!

I also made progress on a quilt I designed for my next Island Batik collection, which will debut in December. I focused on finishing other quilts for the catalog, and put this quilt aside. So I’m returning to this quilt. I can’t share much about the project yet, but I’m happy with how it’s turning out!

I finished out the week sewing up the new Quilt Block Mania block for March. The theme is weather. I can’t wait to share my block with you on Tuesday!

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Leeanna @ Not Afraid of Color who shared several projects, including her progress on her SAHRR. Leeanna has chosen a water theme and I’m really enjoying how she’s answering each prompt. This week, Leeanna added a gorgeous water lily to her piece.

Next, Turid @ Den Syende Himmel shared these impossibly small blocks. Finishing at 4”, they are a marvel of precision. Love them!

This week Rebecca @ Rebecca Grace was also working small, happily handpiecing these hexie masterpieces. I adore those fussy cut images, don’t you?

And finally, Julie’s Quilts and Costumes shared her Herringbone quilt. I love the color palette, don’t you? Such pretty fabrics.

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

By linking up, you give me permission to grab a photo or two to share here on Wednesday Wait Loss.
This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
If you’re uploading a photo from your phone/computer, don’t forget to leave a comment below that explains your project. And for the rest of us, please reply to a few of these comments leaving words of encouragement for a quick finish.
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Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

I belong to a local bee called the We Bee 3. We decided to do a group quilt. Two of us chose Edyta Sitar’s Summer Village quilt and the other chose her Winter Village quilt. Basically the same quilt pattern with different appliques.

The way we are going to do it is to break the quilt into rows and assign a row to each person, then that person does the row 3 times (one for herself, and two for the other members of the bee.) One row we will all do ourselves. We start this project in March, so I decided I needed to get my pieces cut and organized. I got that all done except for the background, which I hadn’t purchased yet. I got that yesterday so I’ll start cutting it sometime this week.

Summer Village

Winter Village

I got my Ravens block videos for my Vintage Halloween BOM edited and uploaded to my membership hub this week. I’m really loving how the blocks turned out!

I finished the Ribbon of Hope quilt top my bee is making this month for charity. I really love the variety of fabrics we used.

I finished out the week designing the new Quilt Block Mania block for March. The theme is weather. My block will debut here on the first Tuesday of the month. I can’t wait to share it with you. It turned out so great!

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Allison @ A Messy House is a Sign of a Happy Quilter shared her fairy quilt. She’s been working on this quilt for a while, so this finish must feel so good! Such a pretty quilt.

Next, Nancy @ Grace and Peace Quilting shared several quilts, including one she made. What I loved was that Nancy chose her colors from a color palette she found on the internet. Such a great idea, and the result is lovely!

And finally, Viridian @ Viridian’s Blog shared her Shadowpoint quilt. I love how 3-dimensional this is, don’t you?

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

By linking up, you give me permission to grab a photo or two to share here on Wednesday Wait Loss.
This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
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Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

After finishing my Raven blocks last week, I decided to double-back and finish the edges of my appliques on both the Double and Wall versions (yep, I’m making two versions of my Vintage Halloween quilt.)

Later I switched to my Presidents guild quilt, made with blocks signed by the members of my local quilt guild as a thank you for my presidency in 2011. I got the blocks, then put them away as I was busy still with the guild (as President at Large) and my business. As a result, I didn’t make the top for about 10 years. This year I decided to take it out of storage and finally quilt it and I’m so glad I did! What fun to look at all those signatures and lovely messages from so long ago, some from dear friends no longer with us.

I chose batiks for my thank you blocks because as you know I love batiks! I told the guild members to use any color they liked so I got quite a variety. I arranged the blocks in a rainbow from upper left to lower right because I think that let them shine beautifully as individual blocks and also together. (The photo below is before I put the binding on—I chose purple for the backing and binding because purple’s my favorite color.)

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Kat @ Scrapbox Quilts shared her SAHRR progress. Isn’t it pretty? Like a flower opening its petals.

Next, Karen @ Quilts Etc shared several projects, including this lovely Pickle Dish table runner. I love how that black and white dotted background makes the pickles pop!

Marsha @ Marsha’s Spot shared this adorable crocheted dress. Don’t you just love that fringe? And her model is pretty adorable too!

Next, Gail @ Quilting Gail shared this quilt she finished for a friend who passed. Her friend’s daughter couldn’t be happier to have this quilt from her mom. What a lovely thing for you to do, Gail!

And finally, Turid @ Den Syende Himmel shared her answer to this week’s Project Quilting prompt—the year of the horse. I love that rusty orange fabric she found for her pin cushion. So perfect!

Time to link up!

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Remember!

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Jennifer Fulton — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000

What I've been up to

My celebration for my collection Starry Seas has ended but what a fun month it was! I hope you joined in the fun and entered my many giveaways.

I’ve been switching between projects to both keep up with deadlines and have more fun! I started the week working on the Ravens blocks for my Vintage Halloween BOM. I think they turned out terrific!

Later I switched to Heart blocks for another version of my Ribbon of Hope quilt. I also made the Ribbon block for the new quilt. After arranging the blocks on my design wall, I’m ready to sew them together.

I then designed and sewed a new block for Quilt Block Mania, which debuted yesterday on my blog. The theme was Love Letter, so I designed a Love Letter block. Click here to learn how you can get the complimentary pattern.

And that was my week!

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Let’s see what caught my eye this week.

Up first is Gretchen @ Gretchen’s Little Corner who shared her progress on the Designer Mystery. Pretty blocks. Don’t you just love that gorgeous fabric? This is going to turn out so lovely.

Next, Jocelyn @ Canadian Needle Nana shared several projects, including these adorable Tiny Baskets blocks. What a pretty quilt this is going to make!

Yvonne @ Sew Yummy shared this Irish Star top. I love the design and the bright happy fabrics she used, don’t you? Looks like a great way to use up scraps.

Next, Kathy @ Kathy’s Quilting Blog shared this antique Rosebud cross-stitch quilt she’s finishing. Such lovely handwork. This will make a beautiful family heirloom.

And finally, Andra @ Alive and Piecing shared several projects, including this lovely Jelly Roll Lone Star top. It’s small and just the right size to give this technique a try. I can’t wait to see the finish on this!

Time to link up!

It’s time to link up your projects - whether finished or just begun, we want to see them!

Remember!

By linking up, you give me permission to grab a photo or two to share here on Wednesday Wait Loss.
This linky is all about encouragement, so BE SURE TO LEAVE COMMENTS!
If you’re uploading a photo from your phone/computer, don’t forget to leave a comment below that explains your project. And for the rest of us, please reply to a few of these comments leaving words of encouragement for a quick finish.
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Quilt Block Mania - February is Love Letter

Jennifer Fulton — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Welcome to my stop on the Quilt Block Mania Blog Hop. Each of the designers participating in the hop are sharing a block pattern inspired by this month’s theme, which is Love Letter.

This is my seventh year participating in QBM, and I hope you’ve enjoyed my free block pattern each month! If you’ve missed any, the patterns for previous months are available in my shop.

To learn how to get my free pattern, see How to Get the Free Block at the end of this post.

I love Valentines. I love schmaltzy Valentines cards, chocolate candy, and flowers. I love to love!

My husband and I make it a point to do something special for Valentines 💏. Sometimes we eat out at our favorite Italian restaurant. Sometimes we make a special meal at home, and for dessert I make Molten Lava Cakes. Yum! It doesn’t have to be a big deal, but we never forget the day.

Although we’ve been married for forever, we take advantage of Valentine’s Day to remember why.

For my block, I imagined a Valentine’s card with a little heart sticker and a ton of hearts on the envelope. And since I have a stash of Valentine’s fabrics, I wanted to use them in my block. I wanted to use fabric with words like I love you and You’re sweet for the letter part of my block, but amazingly I didn’t have any! I guess I’ll need to go fabric shopping….(as if I need an excuse!)🤣

If you use a solid for the letter part, you could quilt words of love in that area when you quilt your block. Here are some additional fabric ideas. Wouldn’t a quilt with these blocks be adorable?

If you love love as much I do, you might want to collect these other blocks for a future quilt. You’ll find these patterns in my shop.

Woven Heart

Love Entwined

With This Ring

Love Conquers All

Heart

Everything’s Coming Up Roses

I call my block Love Letter. It uses regular piecing and a touch of fusible machine applique. I hope you’ll make my block and tag me on social media @inquiringquilter!

To learn how to get my free pattern, see How to Get the Free Block at the end of this post.

There are lots of designers in this hop so be sure to visit all of them for your free pattern. Here are links to all the blocks in the Quilt Block Love Letter Series:

Heart Stamp by Carolina Moore
Love Letters by Scrapdash
Love Letter by Inquiring Quilter
Postage Scale by Appliques Quilts and More
Love Stamp by QuiltFabrication
Postage Stamp Sampler by The Quilted Diary
Special Delivery from Studio B
Corner Mailbox by Patti's Patchwork
First Class Mail
Mailbox by Due North Handmade

Scroll through my past Quilt Block Mania blocks to see what you’ve missed! Past blocks are available in my shop.

US CUSTOMERS ONLY

INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS

Quilt Block Mania returns next month with the theme Weather, so be sure to come back on the first Tuesday of the month to see what I create!

My Love Letter block pattern is free to my email subscribers. Every Sunday I share quilty tips and tricks, tutorials, and news in my weekly newsletter. I also include the code for downloading the monthly pattern for free.

Before you go, let me tell you about everything that’s going on here this week.

Happenings Here at Inquiring Quilter

I’m currently working on the last few blocks for my Vintage Halloween BOM, which is exclusive to my quilting membership. I’m also churning ideas for the next BOM!

I’ll be teaching on a cruise of the Western Caribbean next year, but the time to sign up is now if you wish to get the best cabins. Learn more here.

My weekly show and tell linkup, Wednesday Wait Loss is over seven years old! Over the years, my little weekly group has encouraged many wonderful finishes. Join us by sharing your latest project.

Here’s a link to this week’s show and tell link up.

Thanks for stopping by!

This post may contain affiliate links. By clicking on a link and making a purchase, you help offset the cost of running this blog at no additional cost to you. Thank you!

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Tell me…will you be making my block?

Wednesday Wait Loss 482

What I've been up to

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Time to link up!

Remember!

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Tell me..what have you been Working on this week?

Wednesday Wait Loss 481

What I've been up to

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Time to link up!

Remember!

This post may contain affiliate links. By clicking on a link and making a purchase, you help offset the cost of running this blog at no additional cost to you. Thank you!

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Tell me..what have you been Working on this week?

Wednesday Wait Loss 480

What I've been up to

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Time to link up!

Remember!

This post may contain affiliate links. By clicking on a link and making a purchase, you help offset the cost of running this blog at no additional cost to you. Thank you!

you might also like

Tell me..what have you been Working on this week?

Wednesday Wait Loss 479

What I've been up to

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Time to link up!

Remember!

This post may contain affiliate links. By clicking on a link and making a purchase, you help offset the cost of running this blog at no additional cost to you. Thank you!

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Tell me..what have you been Working on this week?

Quilt Block Mania - April is Games

Happenings Here at Inquiring Quilter

This post may contain affiliate links. By clicking on a link and making a purchase, you help offset the cost of running this blog at no additional cost to you. Thank you!

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Tell me…will you be making my block?

Wednesday Wait Loss 478

What I've been up to

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Time to link up!

Remember!

This post may contain affiliate links. By clicking on a link and making a purchase, you help offset the cost of running this blog at no additional cost to you. Thank you!

you might also like

Tell me..what have you been Working on this week?

Wednesday Wait Loss 477

What I've been up to

Now let’s see who made this week’s feature

Time to link up!

Remember!