March 21, 2025

Ombre Mountains Mockup in Painted Desert by Connecting Threads

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Ombre Mountains in Painted Desert by Connecting Threads is a beautiful quilt.  This quilt pattern is reminiscent of mountains and lakes, or the desert as in this case.  The quilt pattern includes 6 sizes - Baby, Lap, Throw, Twin, Queen, and King, and is yardage friendly.  Piece sizes vary by quilt size.  The skill level is confident beginner.

The Ombre Mountains quilt pattern is available in the Busy Hands Quilts shop.

I have been asked SO many times for the names of the fabrics that I'm creating a blog post to document this information.  :)


The fabrics in order from top to bottom are as follows, all are linked to the fabric at Connecting Threads:


The Ombre Mountains quilt pattern is available in the Busy Hands Quilts shop.


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March 3, 2025

Horizon Throw Quilt Kit in Swallowtail Grove!

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I would like you to meet Horizon, one of my newest quilt designs that gives off the illusion of a horizon.  Horizon is made with light, medium, and dark hues in 3 colorways, a total of 9 fabrics.  This design is made with large blocks for quicker piecing.  This is a yardage-friendly pattern that includes 6 sizes - Baby, Lap, Throw, Twin, Queen, and King.



Horizon has been kitted in the Throw size by Connecting Threads in their fabric collection, Swallowtail Grove.  This kit includes the pattern plus all the fabric you'll need for the quilt top and binding.  Backing fabric and batting are not included.  It's amazing how such simple shapes can transform a piece to make it stand out.

Oh, look how beautiful!  I love the way this design makes the quilt pop.  The fabric also has a way of naturally drawing you into its beauty.  The finished result is definitely worth it, and will make a lasting impact in your home!


The Horizon quilt pattern is available in the Busy Hands Quilts shop.


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Nautical News Throw Quilt Kit in Swallowtail Grove!

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I am happy to share a newly finished quilt with you in the Nautical News quilt pattern!  This 10" layer cake-friendly quilt pattern includes 6 sizes - Baby, Lap, Throw, Twin, Queen, and King.  Nautical News is a quick and easy design that looks great in many fabric collections.


Nautical News has been kitted in the Throw size by Connecting Threads in their Swallowtail Grove fabric collection.  This kit includes a printed pattern, plus enough fabric for the quilt top and binding.  Backing fabric and batting are not included.


Nautical News is the perfect modern design for you to work with to help gain more experience in quilting.  I love the way this elegant fabric collection looks with this design.  Such a beautiful turnout!

Get the Nautical News Quilt Kit right here.

The Nautical News quilt pattern is available in the Busy Hands Quilts shop.


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