Janome Tutorial: Bloom Pillow

 

Hi Janome friends! I'm Melanie from Instagram @ABitofScrapStuff and A Bit of Scrap Stuff Blog.  Today  I'm sharing my Bloom Pillow Project on the Janome Project Page (here). 

The Bloom Pillow is such a fun, beginner‑friendly project and it practically radiates spring energy! I especially love the tulip‑inspired design of the quilt block. Because it’s a larger block, it’s the perfect excuse to show off those cheerful spring prints you’ve been saving. I used Summertime designed by Camille Roskelley for Moda Fabrics.

I stitched up my Bloom Pillow on my Janome M17, and honestly, I’m smitten with how beautifully it handled every step. This project is enjoyable from start to finish.

Bloom Pillow 18" x 18"

To help you sew along with ease, I created a downloadable PDF for the Bloom Pillow. 

Click here to download: Bloom Pillow PDF Pattern

My Quilting Method: I chose to free motion a free-hand meander design with my Janome M17. 

• My Preferred Foot: Janome Darning Foot (open- toe) PD-H.  Other feet options for free motion quilting: Free motion quilting closed-toe foot QC, Free motion quilting open-toe foot (QO), A.S.R closed-toe foot ASR-QC, or A.S.R open-toe foot ASR-QO)
• My Preferred Free motion setting: Sewing Application -> Quilt -> Free motion -> Straight Stitch
• I prefer to use the Janome Darning Foot (open-toe) PD-H with the default Free Motion Quilting setting on the Janome M17. The settings are perfect and I don't need to make any adjustments for perfect stitches!  If you are beginner, I would recommend using the A.S.R foot and setting. 

Pillow Backing Method. I love an exposed zipper backing for pillows! The exposed zipper provides a pop of color and makes removing the pillow cover super easy to changes for seasons or washing. 

Tutorial here: Janome Tutorial: Adding an Exposed Zipper Pillow Backing

I hope you stitch up a Bloom Pillow for yourself or gift one to someone who deserves a burst of spring cheer. It’s such a relaxing, feel‑good project, plus you can easily finish it in a single day. Happy quilting!

Click here to download: Bloom Pillow PDF Pattern

Be sure to follow me on Instagram @ABitofScrapStuff and on my A Bit of Scrap Stuff Blog for more fabric fun!

Have a great day and happy quilting! 

Melanie Call

 

Janome Tutorial: Heartie Pillow

 

Hi Janome friends! I'm Melanie from Instagram @ABitofScrapStuff and A Bit of Scrap Stuff Blog.  Today  I'm sharing my Heartie Pillow Project on the Janome Project Page (here). 

The Heartie Pillow is a beginner project that is lovely for February!  Sewing together squares to create pixel patchwork is one of my most favorite projects. It's relaxing to sew all the tiny squares together and the final project is perfect for Valentine's Day! The Heartie Pillow is great  for your stash of red, pink, and white 2.5"squares.  I created the Heartie Pillow with my Janome M17, which I LOVE! 

Heartie Pillow 18" x 18"

• Download Heartie Pillow PDF Pattern here

Tutorial:

Please read all instructions prior to beginning. Seam allowances are ¼”.

  Fabric Requirements

·      (42) 2.5” x 2.5” WHITE squares

·      (24) 2.5” x 2.5” RED squares

·      (15) 2” x 2” PINK squares

·      OPTIONAL Binding: 0.25 yards

·      22” x 22” Batting 

·      24” x 24” Pillow front backing *Optional. This fabric will be hidden in pillow interior.

·      Backing fabric: Size will depend on preferred method for Pillow Backing Closure (or use left over fabric for a patchwork backing for a reversible pillow)

·      20” Nylon Zipper  *Trim to size

·      18” x 18” Pillow Form

*Fabric used in cover pillow: I Love Us designed by Sandy Gervais and Bee Cross Stitch by Lori Holt for Riley Blake Designs

 

Quilt and finish Heartie Pillow as desired.

My Quilting Method: I chose to free motion a free-hand meander design with my Janome M17. 

• My Preferred Foot: Janome Darning Foot (open- toe) PD-H.  Other feet options for free motion quilting: Free motion quilting closed-toe foot QC, Free motion quilting open-toe foot (QO), A.S.R closed-toe foot ASR-QC, or A.S.R open-toe foot ASR-QO)
• My Preferred Free motion setting: Sewing Application -> Quilt -> Free motion -> Straight Stitch
• I prefer to use the Janome Darning Foot (open-toe) PD-H with the default Free Motion Quilting setting on the Janome M17. The settings are perfect and I don't need to make any adjustments for perfect stitches!  If you are beginner, I would recommend using the A.S.R foot and setting. 

Pillow Backing Method. I love an exposed zipper backing for pillows! The exposed zipper provides a pop of color and makes removing the pillow cover super easy to changes for seasons or washing. 

Tutorial here: Janome Tutorial: Adding an Exposed Zipper Pillow Backing

I hope you make a Heartie Pillow for yourself or for someone you love. It's a super fun and relaxing project to make in a day!

Download Heartie Pillow PDF Pattern here

Be sure to follow me on Instagram @ABitofScrapStuff and on my A Bit of Scrap Stuff Blog for more fabric fun!

Have a great day and happy quilting! 

Melanie Call

 

Kimberbell Notebook Cover and Pen Pal : Hoop Studio

This is one of my most favorite machine embroidery projects! I love creating beautiful and useful projects like this journal cover.  The floral bouquet stitching is so lovely. Plus the inside cover has a pocket to hold  notes. 

This project has sold out, but be sure to subscribe to Hoop Studio at Kimberbell for the next amazing project. 

Hoop Studio is a monthly subscription available at Kimberbell. Each month you will receive all the supplies (excluding stabilizer and thread) to create a new project! The projects are absolutely amazing and vary each month.

Subscribe to Hoop Studio- here

Below is a peek of the current and next Hoop Studio projects:

Do you love machine embroidery too???? I'm quite hooked :)

Subscribe to Hoop Studio- here

Be sure to follow me on Instagram @ABitofScrapStuff and on my A Bit of Scrap Stuff Blog for more fabric fun!

Have a great day and enjoy your next machine embroidery project! 

Melanie CallI

Kimberbell: Hearts in Bloom Table Runner - Appliqué of the Month

 

Hearts in Bloom is the Kimberbell Appliqué of the Month project for January. This sweet table runner is perfect for display in February.  I had so much fun stitching out this design twice so it would be on the both edges of the table runner.

 

Kimberbell Appliqué of the Month is a new monthly subscription to create a 12"x 36" table runner each month OR use the design for any project! There are 2 subscription options available: Doorstep (I subscribe to this one) or Digital. 

The doorstep option ($24/month+shipping) comes with an applique design (in two sizes), an embroiderable blank, full-color instructions, and the fabric and embellishments you need to make a 12 x 36" table runner every month. (There are limited quantities, so sign up now while you can!)

The digital option ($10/month) comes with the digital files and PDF instructions, which you can use on a blank of your choice! 

Subscribe to Appliqué of the Month - here

I absolutely love the crochet lace trim on this month's table runner! Each month the table runner will have a different trim and/or be a different color! 

Subscribe to Appliqué of the Month - here

Be sure to follow me on Instagram @ABitofScrapStuff and on my A Bit of Scrap Stuff Blog for more fabric fun!

Have a great day and happy quilting and stitching! 

Melanie CallI