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24 Project Ideas π for the 4th of July
25 Project Ideas for the 4th of July + How to Spot fake AI Quilt Patterns + Memorial Weekend SalesHello friends far and wide! I hope this week's newsletter finds you well. I'm excited because today I have so much inspiration, ideas and information to share with you. Plus some really great Memorial Day weekend sales and deals! First of all, I just wanted to say that I was quite tickled and pleasantly surprised by the response to my article about 12 Things I Learned from 20 Years in the Quilting Industry that I shared last week. If you missed it you can find the link in last week's Newsletter. By the way - did you know you can find the library archive of my past Newsletters here? What's New On My Sewing Table - May EditionThis week I have a brand new post where I'm sharing a peek behind the curtain at what's going on in my sewing room this month. This month's projects include summer-inspired Americana quilt, and a couple of blocks-of-the-month QAL's. I've also got a peek at a new hobby I'm starting. It's still in the sewing/handwork family, so it's not a stretch, but I am excited to try something new. I'm looking forward to having it as a portable sewing project this summer. Click the button below for all of the details and updates.
4th of July π Sewing InspirationIt's Memorial Day Weekend here in the US - which is also the official kick-off for summer! I've updated my list of over 25 sewing and quilting projects perfect for the 4th of July - or for commemorating America's 250th anniversary. This list has a little bit of everything:
So whether you're looking for a big quilt for the 4th of July, or just a little red, white and blue project for a quick finish to still put you in the seasonal mood, this list has something for everyone!
Fun Finds on the WebThis find is not necessarily fun, but I do think it's very useful. With fake AI-generated quilt patterns becoming more prevalent, I recently came across a couple of good articles about how to spot fake AI quilt patterns by Julia Wachs and another one by Stephanie of Swoodson Says. Both have some very handy, practical tips to keep you safe from buying fake patterns or content. Love this cute little Neighborhood mini quilt pattern from Bev of Flamingo Toes.β Check the Memorial Day savings from these shops:
Happy summer friends. I'm looking forward to sharing a lot more projects and inspiration with you over the coming months. For those here in the US, I hope you have an enjoyable Memorial Day Weekend. For those of you not here in the US, thank you so much for being here too! One of my favorite things about this quilty world is all of the international friends I've made because of our mutual love of quilting and sewing. It's wonderful that we have these opportunities to make these kind of worldwide connections. It seems weird that I even need to say this, but due to recent events I want to emphasize how much I, and most of my fellow Americans, value our international friends and neighbors, their cultures, diversity and perspectives. I have an increased appreciation for international friends, allies and Memorial Day itself after visiting the American Military Cemetery in Normandy, France a few years ago. This is the final resting place of the service men who lost their lives in the D-Day invasions of WWII. It was incredibly sobering and humbling to see the visual reminder of the countless lives who sacrificed so much to liberate a continent and preserve democracy - many of whom were the ages of my two boys. I'm SO grateful for the sacrifices of our military members today and their families as well. My husband grew up in a military family and I know that the sacrifice for those family members is just as significant. In the mean time, wishing you a good weekend with those you love and remembering those who have gone before. Thanks again for checking in. Have a great one. See you next week. xo, AmyIf you would like to stop receiving this content, please click unsubscribe below. This newsletter contains affiliate links. If you click on the link and make a purchase, I receive a small commission. This does not affect the price you pay and helps support Diary of a Quilter. Thank you for using my links! β€ See all of my quilt patterns + fabric + kits in my Shopβ |
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