Cabin Fever Quilt Kit – Tula Pink Solids

A stack of folded fabric with the words cabin fever quilt kit in front.

The Cabin Fever Quilt Kit features two different options for an 80″ square quilt and a 52″ square baby quilt.  Please select the size you’d prefer before adding to your cart.

This kit includes the fabric required to make the Cabin Fever quilt, as pictured on the cover of the Cabin Fever quilt pattern.

  • “Baby” kit includes the following items:
    • (All solids are Tula Pink Solids) 1 FQ Cerulean, 1/3 yd each Mojito, Sea Breeze, Julep, 1/2 yd Sweet Pea, Taffy, Hibiscus, and 1-1/4 yds Pinkerville Fairy Dust in Cotton Candy (background fabric)
    • Contains all the fabric necessary to complete the “Baby” size quilt top.
  • “Throw” kit includes the following items:
    • (All solids are Tula Pink Solids) 1/3 yd each Cerulean, Mojito, Sea Breeze, 1/2 yd each Julep, Sweet Pea, 2/3 yd each Taffy, Hibiscus, Aegean, Persimmon, 1 yd Cosmo, and 2-1/2 yds Fairy Dust in Cotton Candy (background fabric)
    • Contains all the fabric necessary to complete the “Throw” size quilt top.
  • These ship only to addresses in the US and Canada.
  • The kit only contains fabric to make the quilt top, and does not include the finished quilts shown in the pictures.
  • Pattern is not included in this purchase, and can be purchased here.  Paper patterns can be purchased here.
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Summer fun and a DIY first aid kit

A black bag with some bandaids on it


A black bag with some bandaids on it
DIY first aid kit
Now that summer is here, many people are planning day outings or vacations with the kiddos.  It’s a good idea to have a first aid kit with you in case something happens, and I know I haven’t even kept one in my car (I’m learning, though!).  So this pattern has a free zipper pouch tutorial and a free foundation paper piecing tutorial in it.  Two for the price of one! But not really, because they’re both free 😉  Head over to the AQS Blog and get your free tutorial HERE!

A quilt block with three different colored bandaids on it.
finished foundation block

If you don’t feel like messing around with the band aid block and the paper piecing, you can totally skip that part and just cut two slid pieces of fabric for the front and back.  But those little band aids are so cute!  

I filled my little kit up with band aids, some antiseptic spray and wipes, bandage tape, gauze, and antibiotic ointment.  You can personalize yours however you’d like and maybe sew up an extra one for a friend (or for dad’s car).  The little band aids are a great way to use up small scraps of fabric.  I know I have a hard time throwing any fabric away, so I’ll keep this block pattern close at hand for teacher gifts or whatever!  Happy sewing until next time!

Florence Market Tote – Printed Pattern

A woman holding onto a blue and white bag

The Florence Market Tote Pattern finishes at 19″ wide x 16″ tall x 6″ deep and includes options for creating your own using quick Half-square triangles or solid fabric for a wholecloth effect. This is a great carry all bag that can be customized to include all 4 interior pockets, along with an interior zip pocket, or you can select which to add.  Slender pockets are great for pens and lip balm, and the wide pocket helps you wrangle your phone with ease.  The generous size makes this the perfect tote for everything!

Instructions detail how to make the half-square triangle tote.  There is also an option to make a wholecloth tote, and the dimensions to do that are included in the pattern.  I have used extra English paper piecing projects to make other panels into the size needed for the wholecloth bag, but these instructions are not explicitly included in the Florence Market Tote pattern and you’ll need to purchase whatever EPP pattern you prefer to complete that.

The Florence Market Tote has an inset zipper set inside the top of the tote to securely contain all of your goodies.

For a lightning fast finish, pick a bold fabric to show off a wholecloth design.  Or pick two great solids to create a modern tote.

Details for the Florence Market Tote pattern

  • Pattern includes detailed fabric requirements.
  • The finished size is 19″ wide x 16″ tall x 6″ deep.
  • Skill level is confident beginner, and pattern has step-by-step instructions with pictures to guide you through.
  • Fabric labels are included to help you label each cut of fabric.
  • Picture diagrams with each piece are labeled for ease of selecting your fabrics.
  • The listing does not include the actual tote in the photos.
  • This is a template-free pattern and all pieces can be easily and quickly cut with a regular acrylic quilting ruler.
  • Pattern assumes the sewist has basic knowledge of piecing and quilting.
  • This is a printed pattern that will be mailed to you.

Materials

    • Half-square triangle pieced exterior:
      1 yd. White Fabric A
      1 yd. Blue Fabric B

      • Alternatively, for a wholecloth bag 1 yd exterior fabric subcut to 20.5″ x 40.5″
    • 1-1/2 yds Fabric C for the back of the quilt sandwich (will not be visible when bag is complete)
    • Lining:
      1-1/2 yds. Fabric D for lining
    • 1-1/3 yds of 1-1/4” to 1-1/2″ wide Webbing/Straps
      subcut into (2) 23″ lengths
    • 25″ x 45″ Soft and Stable or Pellon Flex Foam
      OR for a less structured bag, 2 pieces of 25″ x 45″ batting layered together
    • 1 yd Pellon SF101
    • 16″ separating zipper
    • 9” zipper
    • Coordinating thread
    • Binding clips
    • Zipper foot
    • Standard sewing foot
    • Marking pen/chalk
    • Ruler and rotary cutter
    • Iron and pressing mat

The purchase of this pattern is limited to one person per pattern, and should not be copied or distributed.  Items made from this pattern may be sold on a small scale.  Please credit the pattern design as Kustom Kwilts Patterns.

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Lucky Stars EPP Quilt Pattern

Lucky stars quilt top

Lucky Stars EPP Videos

Lucky Stars EPP Quilt Pattern

Lucky Stars Cover

The Lucky Stars EPP quilt is a fun and unique English Paper Piecing Pattern.  The simple, yet bold design allows you to build your sewing and quilting skills, while still providing a big impact.  Try this pattern with a little fussy cutting, or go entirely scrappy to use up your stash.  Fabrics requirements are calculated using solids so you have a starting point for how much fabric you may need for the quilt, along with backing construction methods for each.  This pattern is great for your favorite fabrics to really make them shine!  Fabrics used for the cover quilt are from various fabrics by Libs Elliott, Giucy Giuce, Alison Glass, Andover, Ruby Star Society, and Tula Pink.  Various black and dark grey fabrics were used for the “background” fabric.  The cover quilt has a dark background, but this quilt will also look stunning with a light background.

Fabric Kits can be purchased HERE.

Assembly methods for this quilt are: English Paper Piecing for the star portion of the quilt, standard machine piecing for the background squares, and a small amount of very basic applique to attach the stars to the background blocks (Lucky Stars blocks can also be topstitched down to the backgorund if you wish to avoid the applique).  Very detailed, step-by-step videos are included (links on the 2nd page) with the pattern. 

Embroidery Perfection tape may be purchased here.  This tape is helpful as basting tape to sew the inset circle.

Find coordinating fabric bundles for a scrappy look for this pattern here: Rainbow Bundle and Stripes Bundle

Included with the pattern (linked on p.2 of the pattern) is a password protected link to supplemental materials that includes access to (You will also have access to a PDF download after purchasing any version of the pattern):

  • Printable coloring sheet for all sizes so you can reprint as many times as needed
  • Basting diagram so your seams spin and nest perfectly
  • Printable fussy cutting templates (this is especially useful if you are overseas and want to avoid shipping acrylic templates)
  • Cutting diagrams to maximize fabric usage
  • Printable papers
  • Various different colorways for inspiration

PDF Pattern includes

  • Everything listed above; access to the supplemental bundle
  • Instant download of the pattern with the option to print and cut out the cutting templates.
  • This option does not include the EPP paper set, but does include full size images of the paper pieces within the pattern.
  • Detailed coloring/planning sheet.
  • Helpful cutting instructions and detailed piecing diagrams.
  • The finished size is Throw – 60″ x 72″, with supplemental instructions to complete larger sizes: 48″ x 60″ and 72″ square.
  • Skill level is intermediate, and does require some basic knowledge of English paper piecing.  The pattern has step-by-step instructions with pictures to guide you through.
  • Very detailed, step-by-step videos are included (links on the 2nd page) with the pattern.
  • Instructions for assembling quilt backings for all sizes.
  • The listing does not include the actual quilts in the photos.
  • Pattern assumes the quilter has basic knowledge of piecing and quilting.

Full Kit includes

  • Password protected access to the supplemental bundle listed above
  • 8.5″ x 5.5″ booklet pattern includes a coloring page and fabric amounts required (basic calculations with solids–fussy cutting will require adjustments).
  • A physical paper pattern, template and paper set that requires shipping – ONLY AVAILABLE TO addresses within the US and Canada.  See my Etsy shop for other international orders.
  • Detailed coloring/planning sheet.
  • Helpful cutting instructions and detailed piecing diagrams.
  • The finished size is Throw – 60″ x 72″, with supplemental instructions to complete larger sizes: 48″ x 60″ and 72″ square.
  • Skill level is intermediate, and does require some basic knowledge of English paper piecing.  The pattern has step-by-step instructions with pictures to guide you through.
  • Very detailed, step-by-step videos are included (links on the 2nd page) with the pattern.
  • Instructions for assembling quilt backings for all sizes.
  • Complete set of English Paper Piecing papers to finish the 60″ x 72″ quilt
  • Complete set of THREE acrylic fussy cutting templates with 3/8″ seam allowance.
  • The listing does not include the actual quilts in the photos.
  • Pattern assumes the quilter has basic knowledge of piecing and quilting.

Printed Pattern and Template Set includes

  • Password protected access to the supplemental bundle listed above
  • 8.5″ x 5.5″ booklet pattern includes a coloring page and fabric amounts required (basic calculations with solids–fussy cutting will require adjustments).
  • A physical paper pattern and acrylic template set that requires shipping – ONLY AVAILABLE TO addresses within the US and Canada.
  • Detailed coloring/planning sheet.
  • Helpful cutting instructions and detailed piecing diagrams.
  • The finished size is Throw – 60″ x 72″, with supplemental instructions to complete larger sizes: 48″ x 60″ and 72″ square.
  • Skill level is intermediate, and does require some basic knowledge of English paper piecing.  The pattern has step-by-step instructions with pictures to guide you through.
  • Very detailed, step-by-step videos are included (links on the 2nd page) with the pattern.
  • Instructions for assembling quilt backings for all sizes
  • Complete set of THREE acrylic fussy cutting templates with 3/8″ seam allowance.
  • This option does not include the EPP paper set (does include full size images of the paper pieces within the pattern).
  • The listing does not include the actual quilts in the photos.
  • Pattern assumes the quilter has basic knowledge of piecing and quilting.

SVG files for cutting your own papers, along with the PDF pattern may be purchased here.

The purchase of this pattern is limited to one person per pattern, and should not be copied or distributed.  Items made from this pattern may be sold on a small scale.  Please credit the pattern design as Kustom Kwilts Patterns.

For International shipping options, visit my Etsy shop

Ultimate Tula Pink Rainbow Bundle

A stack of colorful fabric is shown.

Custom curated rainbow bundle to pair perfectly with the Divination EPP Quilt Pattern

The bundle includes 21 fat quarters and 2 half yards, perfect for cutting the outer portion of the large stars in the Divination quilt.  The fabric amounts are ample to provide the needed amount of fabric for each outer star.

This bundle includes a variety of prints from Mineral, Besties, Daydreamer, Hexy, Tiny Dots, and Tiny Stripes that were all selected to be the perfect pairing of “almost solids” to make the Divination EPP quilt.

This bundle is not a complete fabric kit to make the Divination quilt on the cover of the pattern, but contains the fabrics used for fussy cutting the outer portion of the larger, fussy cut stars.

Find the Ultimate Stripe bundle here.

Ultimate Tula Pink Stripes Bundle

A stack of folded paper in front of a colorful background.

Fat Eighth bundle

17 favorite tent stripes from Tula Pink.

This bundle is curated by me to pair with the Divination EPP Quilt Pattern

The bundle includes 9 standard tent stripes and 8 neon tent stripes, all of which are used in the Divination EPP Quilt.

This is a curated bundle that is a perfect starter pack for fussy cutting the Divination EPP quilt.  All of the smaller stars within Divination were made from these stripes.

This bundle includes seventeen – Fat Eighth cuts of fabric that provide ample amounts of fabric to fussy cut each star.

This bundle is not a complete fabric kit to make the Divination quilt on the cover of the pattern, but contains the fabrics used for fussy cutting the small stars.

Find the Ultimate Rainbow Bundle HERE.

Divination EPP Quilt Pattern

A colorful quilt with the word divination written underneath it.

The Divination EPP quilt is a fun and unique English Paper Piecing Pattern.  The simple, yet bold design allows you to build your sewing and quilting skills, while still providing a big impact.  Try this pattern with solids or stripes for a modern take.  Fabrics requirements are calculated using solids so you have a starting point for how much fabric you may need for the quilt, along with backing construction methods for each.  This pattern is great for your favorite fabrics to really make them shine!  Fussy cutting your fabrics will make this quilt the star of the show.  Fabrics used for the cover quilt are from various Tula Pink fabric lines and mostly Tula Pink True Colors or Tiny Coordinates for the surrounding outer stars.  Fairy Flakes Ink was used for the “background” fabric.

Find coordinating fabric bundles for this pattern here: Rainbow Bundle and Stripes Bundle

Included with the pattern (found on p.2 of the pattern) is a password protected link to a bundle of supplemental materials that includes access to (You will also have access to a PDF download after purchasing any version of the pattern):

  • A full color diagram of the cover quilt with SPECIFIC fabrics that were used in the cover quilt, along with fabric requirements for all 58 unique fabrics used in the quilt.
  • Printable coloring sheet for all sizes so you can reprint as many times as needed
  • Basting diagram so your seams spin and nest perfectly
  • Printable fussy cutting templates (this is especially useful if you are overseas and want to avoid shipping acrylic templates)
  • Fussy cutting diagram to illustrate exactly how to cut the Tiny Stripes prints
  • Fussy cutting diagram to illustrate exactly how to cut the striped stars, along with alternative layout
  • Expanded size assembly layouts for the 61″ x 82″ and 82″ square larger quilt options
  • Printable papers

PDF Pattern includes

  • Everything listed above; access to the supplemental bundle
  • Instant download of the pattern with the option to print and cut out the cutting templates.
  • This option does not include the EPP paper set, but does include full size images of the paper pieces within the pattern.
  • Detailed coloring/planning sheet.
  • Helpful cutting instructions and detailed piecing diagrams.
  • The finished size is Throw – 61″ x 61″, with supplemental instructions to complete larger sizes: 61″ x 82″ and 82″ square.
  • Skill level is intermediate, and does require some basic knowledge of English paper piecing.  The pattern has step-by-step instructions with pictures to guide you through.
  • Instructions for assembling quilt backings.
  • The listing does not include the actual quilts in the photos.
  • Pattern assumes the quilter has basic knowledge of piecing and quilting.

Full Kit includes

  • Password protected access to the supplemental bundle listed above
  • 8.5″ x 5.5″ booklet pattern includes a coloring page and fabric amounts required (basic calculations with solids–fussy cutting will require adjustments listed in the supplemental bundle).
  • A physical paper pattern, template and paper set that requires shipping – ONLY AVAILABLE TO addresses within the US and Canada.  See my Etsy shop for other international orders: https://www.etsy.com/shop/kustomkwilts
  • Detailed coloring/planning sheet.
  • Helpful cutting instructions and detailed piecing diagrams.
  • The finished size is Throw – 61″ x 61″, with supplemental instructions to complete larger sizes: 61″ x 82″ and 82″ square.
  • Skill level is intermediate, and does require some basic knowledge of English paper piecing.  The pattern has step-by-step instructions with pictures to guide you through.
  • Instructions for assembling quilt backings.
  • Complete set of English Paper Piecing papers to finish the 61″ x 61″ quilt
  • Complete set of SIX acrylic fussy cutting templates with 3/8″ seam allowance.
  • The listing does not include the actual quilts in the photos.
  • Pattern assumes the quilter has basic knowledge of piecing and quilting.

Printed Pattern and Template Set includes

  • Password protected access to the supplemental bundle listed above
  • 8.5″ x 5.5″ booklet pattern includes a coloring page and fabric amounts required (basic calculations with solids–fussy cutting will require adjustments listed in the supplemental bundle).
  • A physical paper pattern and acrylic template set that requires shipping – ONLY AVAILABLE TO addresses within the US and Canada.
  • Detailed coloring/planning sheet.
  • Helpful cutting instructions and detailed piecing diagrams.
  • The finished size is Throw – 61″ x 61″, with supplemental instructions to complete larger sizes: 61″ x 82″ and 82″ square.
  • Skill level is intermediate, and does require some basic knowledge of English paper piecing.  The pattern has step-by-step instructions with pictures to guide you through.
  • Instructions for assembling quilt backings.
  • Complete set of SIX acrylic fussy cutting templates with 3/8″ seam allowance.
  • This option does not include the EPP paper set (does include full size images of the paper pieces within the pattern).
  • The listing does not include the actual quilts in the photos.
  • Pattern assumes the quilter has basic knowledge of piecing and quilting.

The purchase of this pattern is limited to one person per pattern, and should not be copied or distributed.  Items made from this pattern may be sold on a small scale.  Please credit the pattern design as Kustom Kwilts Patterns.

For International shipping options, visit my Etsy shop

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Divination EPP Quilt Pattern


I’m so thrilled to finally have my Divination EPP quilt pattern out in the world! I am such a huge fan of 8-pointed stars that I knew I wanted my next pattern to be composed primarily of that shape. English paper piecing is such a wonderfully fun past time, and I really had so much fun picking fabrics and fussy cutting each of these blocks. This pattern looks deceptively intricate, but each fussy cut print is paired with a “blender” fabric that reads as a solid, so it simplifies the fabric selection quite a bit. It’s a great confident beginner project for those familiar with EPP, but not ready to pair complex fabrics together for each and every block.

I have been looking at my out of print fabric stash for quite a while now, and I LOVE using that fabric up. I want to use up every crumb and enjoy those fabrics in quilts and usable projects. The Divination EPP Quilt is a great way to use up those long hoarded fabrics without regret.

Many of these prints are so fun to fussy cut, especially with the help of Magic Mirrors to show you a preview of what the kaleidoscope effect will look like BEFORE you do the cutting! You can see each and every block I’ve cut for my Divination EPP Quilt by heading over to Instagram. You can search the hashtag #DivinationEPP to see the awesome blocks!

  • Clear instructions and fabric requirements (calculated in solids, but also includes a supplement with an exact diagram with specific fabrics used in the cover quilt and requirements for those fabrics))
  • Coloring page to help plan your quilt
  • Yardage requirements that aren’t usually included in EPP patterns
  • Step-by-Step instructions with pictures to guide you through
  • Instructions and diagrams for piecing quilt backs
  • Pattern includes printable templates for easy cutting
  • The option to purchase acrylic templates, making fussy cutting a breeze
  • Basting diagram so your seams spin and nest perfectly
  • Printable fussy cutting templates (this is especially useful if you are overseas and want to avoid shipping acrylic templates)
  • Fussy cutting diagram to illustrate exactly how to cut the Tiny Stripes prints
  • Fussy cutting diagram to illustrate exactly how to cut the striped stars, along with alternative layout
  • Options to make THREE different sizes
  • Expanded size assembly layouts for the 61″ x 82″ and 82″ square larger quilt options
  • Printable papers

Fabric Kits

You can purchase a stripe bundle that will get you going on all of those smaller starbursts here. And you can get Ultimate Tula Pink Rainbow bundles here to coordinate with each fussy cut star in the top.

Fussy Cutting? What’s that?

Divination Fussy cutting acrylic templates

Fussy cutting is one of my favorite things to do. And the Divination EPP pattern is made for fussy cutting! You basically take a fabric and look at the print on it. You decide what part of the print you want to show in your piecing and determine where your seam allowance will fall. A great way to look at this is with a set of Magic Mirrors to show how the pattern will repeat if you cut so many of the same print. I like to place the Magic Mirrors directly on top of the seam line of my fussy cutting template (that way, the angle is perfect) and move them on top of the fabric to see the different possibilities for fussy cutting.

Fussy cutting preview with mirrors

Once you decide on the area of the print that you like, you use the acrylic templates to fussy cut the print so it creates a new and unique repeat. Half the fun is turning the pieces in opposite directions to see how much of a difference you can get from one print! Below are some great samples of fussy cutting turned into Divination EPP blocks.

New to English Paper Piecing?

That’s okay too. I’ve got you covered with a basic EPP video where I tell you about all my favorite tools, tips, and tricks for getting started with EPP. I’ve also got one on my favorite basting method  I’m team glue basting all the way. There are tons of different supplies, methods, etc. and every single EPP-er seems to have some pretty strong opinions about which method and what supplies they prefer. English paper piecing is a fun way to take a project with you, and I invite you to explore the different methods and find the one that you like the best!

My favorite English Paper Piecing Accessories

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Hexie EPP Stocking Pattern

A group of hexagonal patterned socks in different colors.

The Hexie EPP Stocking Pattern is finally here! This is a perfect pattern for a quick finish, and it saves time and fabric by not having to fussy cut. I designed these stockings to have a similar look to the cute Buffalo Plaid that has a more clean and modern Christmas-y look, but with hexagons. The pattern details how to make the stocking using the 3-color solids, or for a more fun look, a 6-color solid multicolor stocking. Using solids eliminates the need to spend tons of extra time fussy cutting, and you can use the stack and cut method to cut multiple hexies out at once. I think the most I was able to cut at one time was 8 pieces.

This pattern includes:

  • Detailed instructions for solids: 3-colors or 6-colors or fussy cut your own pieces
  • Pattern includes Youtube tutorial sew along to assemble the stocking
  • finished stocking measures 6″ wide at top x 14″ tall X 11″ wide heel to toe, complete with hanging loop
  • Blank coloring sheet to design your own colorway or plan for fussy cutting
  • Fabric requirements for the 3 and 6 color stockings
  • Detailed cutting diagrams
  • Full color diagrams and step outs
  • Stocking template
  • Printed pattern version includes a full sheet of hexie papers for you to copy and cut out yourself, should you choose
  • PDF version includes a printable sheet of hexie papers

So many options!

Kits for the Hexie EPP Stockings:

Find the perfect kit for you! These solid stockings are curated in the perfect shades of Tula Pink solids by FreeSpirit. Grab the color that fits you, or make an entire fabulous rainbow gradient to fill your mantle!

If you aren’t a fan of fabric kits, you can also grab your own acrylic fussy cutting template and precut EPP papers to save you a little time. Or cut your own hexies with the papers that are included in the PDF or the printed pattern. Both options have a printed OR printable paper Hexie fussy cutting template.

Customizing your stocking

You can choose to quilt your stocking with fun hand quilting, easy domestic machine quilting with simple straight lines, or pick a fun pantograph and throw it on the longarm for a bit of punch! Alternatively, you don’t have to quilt the stocking at all and the inside is fully lined to protect all the seams. Pattern instructions include a hanging loop.

I’m so excited to finally share this pattern with you. I feel like I have been working on it for years and perfecting each version so it will bring you SO much joy when you make it. I hope you’ll share your makes with me using #HexieEPPStocking . Thanks for reading, friend, and happy sewing!!