Designing with Joy: Inside The Whimsical World of Heidi Pridemore

As the founder and lead designer of The Whimsical Workshop, I’ve spent over two decades creating bright, playful quilt designs that bring joy to makers of all levels. Our company was founded in 2005 after I launched my own line of quilt patterns in 2002, building on my earlier career as

Featured Fabric: The Blank Quilting Corp. Love Never Fails by Lucca Sheppard

Pattern design by: Lindsay Conner

Sewn by: Lindsay Conner

Are you interested in adding some fabric flair to your books? Sew up a cute book cover in any size with this beginner-friendly tutorial! Cover your Bible, a journal, or any special book that deserves a place of honor. Not only will

Tell us about yourself.

I’m an artist and fabric designer with a deep passion for storytelling through pattern, texture, and color. My work blends traditional artistry with contemporary design, drawing inspiration from nature and culture to create textiles that are expressive and beautiful. With a strong foundation in visual art and surface design, I specialize in developing unique prints for fashion,

Featured Fabrics: Henry Glass Fabrics Buttermilk Blenders by Stacy West (@buttermilkbasin)

Pattern Design by: Amy Simmonds of Stitched by Starlight (@stitchedbystarlight )

Sewn by: Amy Simmonds of Stitched by Starlight (@stitchedbystarlight )

Spring has officially begun! Now is the perfect time to plan and host brunch!  Whether it’s for Mother’s Day, Easter, or just a fun meal to share with your besties; this

My creative journey.

From the first time that I sat down at a sewing machine in the spring of 2011, the attraction was electric. My sewing started simply – I just wanted to make a skirt for my oldest daughter. That small, aproned skirt was sewn with fabrics from “Love” by Amy Butler. It was the first fabric collection that spoke

Featured fabric: Henry Glass Scrap Basket Favorites by Kim Diehl

Pattern design by: Lindsay Conner

Sewn by: Lindsay Conner

Are you looking for a table runner to add some handcrafted chic to your kitchen decor? This pretty patchwork design is suitable for advanced beginners and comes together quickly! Make this as a housewarming gift for your bestie or create one in seasonal fabrics

Tell us about yourself.

Hi, my name is Kim Diehl, and I consider myself to be an accidental quilter!

In the late 1990’s I was wandering through the parking lot sale of a local craft and hobby store and happened upon a pattern booklet for a quilt that I fell in love with at first sight. Purely on impulse I went inside

Featuring: Studio E Fabrics All or Nothing by Chelsea DesignWorks

Pattern Design by: Shankari Paradee

Sewn by: Shankari Paradee

A friend of mine passed away recently from ovarian cancer. This quilt is a similar variation of the quilt that was given to our friend Keisha. 

This pattern is a nice and simple make and it comes together so quickly. It’s great for beginners and

My Creative Journey:

I started sewing as a young girl. I made clothes for my dolls and stuffed animals. My mom always talks about sewing being “in my blood” because both of my parents sew. My first quilt was made around 2015, for my sister. She still loves it to this day.

What Interests Me and Inspires My Projects:

I take inspiration from

Featured fabric: Studio E Fabrics Huggable and Loveable by Sandra Magsamen

Pattern design by: Lindsay Conner

Sewn by: Lindsay Conner

Do you ever see those sweet fabric project panels and wonder if you could create something ELSE from it? Why, yes, you can! Today, I’m going to show you how I used an adorable playmat panel from the Huggable and Loveable collection by