A New Zippered Bag Pattern!

I don’t know about you, but I love zippered bags for storing just about anything from cosmetics or sewing notions to school supplies or picnic snacks. And the easier to make, the better, so I have one for you to try! This one has a new (to me) boxed bottom that is far easier than methods I’ve used before with a simple tuck to make the corners look tidy with an extra special design detail.

Make it as the pattern outlines with two exterior fabrics, or simply make it with one exterior fabric, cut to the pre-sewn size outlined in the pattern, 13.5” x 16.75”, or any size you like! You’re sure to customize your measurements to suit whatever you plan to stow away in this svelte little bag! You’ll find the downloadable pattern right here!

Registration for A Good Quilt Opens Today!...and closes Thursday at Midnight! →

What are your quilting goals? How do you overcome roadblocks that arise in your quilting? Do you google to find an answer? How long do you click around to find a video that will answer your questions?

Why do you quilt? Most likely you quilt so that you can share your quilts with those you love, or for personal fulfillment as a creative outlet.

How do you want to feel about the quilts you share with your friends and family? Did you know that this is part of the legacy you will leave? We all want to feel that our quilts are cherished and appreciated for their beauty as well as the love that is sewn into them.

Where are you on your quilting journey? It begins at the beginning, and my favorite quilting ‘Maxieism’ is “Start right, finish right!”. Look at the Stages of a Quilter, above, and find your place. It doesn’t really matter where you are, the important thing is that you are moving forward and that each quilt is a little better than the last!

Stage 1: Eager to learn quilting skills.

Stage 2. Encouraged by the skills you’ve learned that have moved you into a new realm of quilting.

Stage 3. Focused on expertise in your quilting skills.

Stage 4: Making quilts you are proud to share as part of your legacy with friends and family.

Stage 5: Sharing your work with the world, (quilt shows, publications, etc.)

A Good Quilt opens today, and I’d love for you to join us on this journey as we increase skills, accuracy, and efficiency, amid a group of the sweetest quilters you’ll ever meet from around the world. To learn more, visit http://www.agoodquit.com! But hurry! The doors close Thursday night, because we’ve got to get back to work in here!

Here’s what a couple of my members are saying:

“Maxie’s tutorials and instructions are simply amazing!. Her website of information is fantastic!. Maxie teaches techniques that I have always wanted to learn in quilting but never thought I could. I am so blessed to be on a wonderful quilting journey with this supportive group! ”

— Denise Mertz

“I could not be happier that I signed up for A Good Quilt. I have been enrolled for a short time and have seen my quilting change from being something that I ‘make work’ to quilt blocks and sewing that fit together beautifully because of the skill building techniques I am learning each time I log in. It is an endless treasure trove of concisely taught tips, techniques, charts, templates and lessons. I have never enjoyed quilting so much. ”

— Catherine Biggs

A Free Class for You!

Have you ever looked at a quilt block and felt intimidation settle in? Maybe you've thought, How did they do that? Or perhapes even, There's just no way I could figure that out.
Trust me, I've been there! But, I also know how great it feels to master the techniques used in these types of blocks. And guess what? They're never as difficult as they seem!
If you've ever felt that way, I've been working on something super special just for you: an in-depth (and entirely FREE!) 3-part mini-course for the Baskets of Delight quilt - with a block that will teach you skills you'll be able to use over and over again!
I chose this block for this class because it can be considered a challenge with bias cuts and seams, and a bias basket handle...but I promise I'll have your back!

In this course you'll learn how to overcome some of the pitfalls that make some quilters settle for less or (far worse) even stop quilting. :(

As a former quilt shop owner and quilting teacher for over 15 years, I've taught hundreds of quilting classes to thousands of quilters. My favorite thing about teaching is watching my student's success and confidence grow (and hearing their gasps when they see just how easy something can be!)

In just three easy video lessons you'll be well on your way to finishing this beautiful Baskets of Delight Quilt!

• Wednesday March 24: Part 1 - Cutting - I'll show you how to cut bias and personalize your basket contents.

• Friday, March 26, Sewing - we'll make the top half of your block and make the HSTs using my HST paper, provided with class and yours to keep!

• Monday, March 29, Sewing - we'll create the basket section and complete the block.

You'll also receive printable instructions to construct the 4-block quilt, perfect as a table topper, wall hanging or baby quilt!

Here are a few words from my students:

I’m speechless! I’ve sewn all my life, mostly self taught, but can’t believe how much I learn from your videos...definitely like taking classes! Great job, and thank you!” Jeneen

"You have spent a lot of hours putting these classes and all the supporting literature together. This is my first quilt that my blocks are FLAT! Hallelujah!" Dana

"Thank you for the work you put into this class. I look forward to every one. I am enjoying this immensely. You are concise and your demonstrations are easy for me to follow. Truly a blessing for me." Catherine

No matter where you are on your quilting journey, I'd like to help you along your path.

Ready to join me? HOORAY! It's free, but you must register right here!

Please take me to your registration!

After you register, keep an eye out in your inbox for your supply list, and for links to the classes on March 24th, 26th and 29th.

With so much excitement,
Maxie

Quilters are Among the Best on Earth!

Let me share a couple of words from two of our members:
From Cheryl H:
"I have learned so many things.  I think I watched 100 YouTube's on bindings...never could get it.  I watched yours and it worked every single time.  You are a wonderful teacher ...thank you for sharing your craft."

From Elizabeth R.
"I am impressed with how "uptown, Saturday night" your quilting instruction continues to be."

Quilters are among the best on earth. Why? Because of the reasons we quilt. First of all, we quilt because it is an expression of the creativity that is born inside us. Stepping back to look at a freshly finished quilt is most gratifying! Secondly, we quilt because we need to express our love through giving, and the gift of a legacy quilt is a matchless gift. As quilters, we get that.

Those same reasons connect us. It may be hard to understand by those that aren't of the same mind. No one can encourage and celebrate a quilter's endeavors better than another quilter!

Being a member of A Good Quilt brings us together in one place as we expand our skills and become even better at what we love to do.

Being a member of A Good Quilt means that you get:

• Fresh content delivered to you each week in the form of a video or printable material or Q&As.

• Your A Good Quilt binder kit (mailed to you upon registration) to get you started  to organize all those materials in a way that makes sense to you. (You provide the binder, I provide the goodies!) 

• Access to the complete, growing library of videos & tutorials from yours truly. You'll get every project video and pattern instruction I've ever made, all the weekly content posted from our beginning, and immediate connection with our community of quilters on the website and/or in our Facebook group (you'll be able to join our closed group!)

• And, me! I'm always available to answer your questions, whether on the website, inside our Facebook group or by email.

All this and more, for less than the cost of one quilt class per month!

Registration is currently open!

Or, copy and paste: https://www.agoodquilt.com/offers/FApZhwct

I'd love for you to be a part of a community that understands why you love what you do and exactly how to support you in your endeavors to become an even better legacy quilter!
You may have visited the 'sneak peek' web page I created for those wondering about the type of lesson format I use. If you missed it, hop over and see for yourself:

Or, copy and paste: https://www.agoodquilt.com/peek-inside

I hope you'll find A Good Quilt to be a perfect fit for your quilting journey, no matter at what stage you find yourself. There is a place for you inside, and we will welcome you here with a warm hug!

Warmly, Maxie

A Good Quilt Registration Opens Thursday, Oct. 1!

Where are you on your quilting journey? Whether beginner or advanced, there is a valuable place for you inside A Good Quilt! You’ll experience growth, community and inspiration with my weekly tutorial posts that focus on teaching skills, which include a monthly video tutorial, printable instructions and patterns, interactive calculators, live Facebook calls and more! Each new member is mailed a binder kit to create their very own A Good Quilt reference binder! The kit includes a set of custom tabbed dividers, a table of contents, my A Good Quilter’s Glossary, and a 5” x 7” sticker for the front of your binder (binder not included), and more! And…new members have access to everything inside, including all the previously posted content! All for less than you’d expect to pay for one quilting class per month! Let me know if you have any questions, because I’m always available to help! Want a peek inside? Click here! I hope you’ll join me on this fun journey!

Warmly,

Maxie