Sew Thankful Sunday, November 2020

{I love the idea of “paying it forward”. I think the world would be a better place if we could spread some joy and acknowledgement of good deeds done by others. I try to do that once a month for my Sew Thankful Sunday posts. I highlight some great content that I’ve found on other people’s blogs that I hope will inspire you and reward the originator by bringing traffic to their site. If your blog has been mentioned without your consent, please let me know and I will take you off the current list of featured bloggers.}

Now that Halloween is over, I’m ready to focus my attention on Christmas sewing (and Thanksgiving of course). There are so many fun projects to share and I’m sew happy you’re joining me today!

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1. I’m super happy to announce Jacquelynne Steves’ My Hometown Block of the Month is coming in February. You can sign up for this free BOM now and there are kits available to purchase (optional). I’ve participated in five of Jacquelynne’s BOM’s and they are always beautiful and well done!

2. There’s nothing like a handmade ornament, especially a Kid’s Autograph Hand Embroidered Christmas Ornament! This fun tutorial is by Amy at Ameroonie Designs for Polkadot Chair. I can’t wait to try it!

3. You might be making your own Christmas wish list soon. If so, check out Kimberly Jolly’s favorite quilting and sewing notions to get a few ideas for your list!

4. I seem to collect charm squares, so I was so glad to see this free Charm Square Blossoms Baby Quilt pattern from Caroline at Sew Can She. It looks so sweet and quick to sew!

5. I love this clever Hidden Snowflake Block from Quilt Jane. She uses a slice and dice method to make this beautiful 24″ block. It’s perfect for a pillow or make several for a quilt!

6. Check out the new eBook by Carina Gardner, Fabulous Christmas Quilts. You can also purchase an add-on video course that will guide you through every project!

7. One of the last decisions to make on a quilt is thread color. Check out choosing the perfect thread color for your quilting by Amy of During Quiet Time for Aurifil Thread. She’s got great tips and information for that perfect finishing touch.

8. It’s the perfect time to make some Christmas tree ornaments, and I love these Stars Hollow ornaments from Suzy at Suzy Quilts. I can picture lots of these hanging from my tree!

9. November is the perfect time to bake up these Simply Amazing Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies by Ingrid at Eat Well Enjoy Life. You won’t have to feel guilty about these cookies because they’re free of refined sugar and gluten free, and still absolutely delicious!

10. I love a good quilt label, and Dawn at First Light Designs has made the process simple with her tutorial for printing quilt labels on fabric. It’s the perfect finish for your quilt!

Thanks for joining me today for Sew Thankful Sunday. There are some very creative tips and projects that are being graciously shared online. Now make like an elf and get busy! 😉