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The links I provide as 2019 progresses support your growth and are listed below in chapter sections and marked by challenge number. Bookmark this page and come back anytime you'd like some visual inspiration or if the book page indicates a tutorial or example is provided.
Sometimes the link/example will be mine sometimes I will link to other fabulous blogs.
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If you find a tutorial on the web you think illustrates a task better than the one I've provided please send me a link 💖
2nd edition released May 2019 features an appendix that includes 10 FPP blocks.
Chapter 1
Background Color
Day 1 - http://abitofscrapstuff.blogspot.com
Day 2 - https://www.theclothparcel.com
Day 3 - http://amybradleydesigns.blogspot.com
Day 4 - http://crazymomquilts.blogspot.com
Day 5 - Fabulous Green Background Quilt Example
Day 6 - http://civilwarquilts.blogspot.com
Day 7 - PINK!
Audrey on Instagram
https://wombatquilts.com/2018/02/02/an-oldie-but-a-goodie/ (Not background fabric but a great example of hot pink in a quilt)
Day 8 - My Plaid Star is perfect for this challenge - pattern in my Adventurously Epic Sampler quilt book - available on Amazon from $22.54
Day 10 - https://nanacompany.typepad.com/nanacompany/2012/01/the-finished-quilt.html
Day 11 - https://adventurousquilter.blogspot.com/2018/07/an-epic-finish.html?m=1
Day 12 - https://adventurousquilter.blogspot.com/2018/07/a-rainbow-scrap-challenge-finish.html?m=1
Chapter 2
Scrap Usage
Day 13 - http://www.thebusybean.com/2012/03/a-postage-stamp-mini/
Day 14 - https://www.diaryofaquilter.com/2012/06/improv-piecing.html
Day 15 - https://dizzyquilter.com/2017/12/09/dryer-sheet-scrap-buster/
Day 16 - These 16 patches are on-point with setting triangles and it looks fabtastic! http://quiltingcrescent.blogspot.com/2014/05/scraphappy-saturday-catching-up.html
Day 17 - https://adventurousquilter.blogspot.com/2018/12/i-spy-with-my-little-eye.html
Day 18 - Once my scraps are precut they get sorted by color and stored by color in plastic drawers under my cutting table in baskets.
And here's one I finished in 2018!
Day 20 - Pop over to my download site: https://adventurousquilter.yolasite.com/ for a FREE printable tumbler template download
Day 21 to 29 - Plus Sign Nine Patch
A blog post with a quick how-to:
http://adventurousquilter.blogspot.com/2019/01/plus-sign-nine-patch-days-21-to-29-ayqc.html?m=1
Techniques
Day 30 - Using pairs of 10" squares use a dinner plate as your template to cut the curved sections from the stacked pairs, swap light and dark small pieces - here's a tutorial on how to stitch curves: https://www.quiltingcompany.com/easy-curved-piecing-for-the-planet-quilt-block-free-block-builders-workshop-video-lesson/
Day 31 - https://youtu.be/8uaW26igygE
Day 32 - Applique
By machine:https://weallsew.com/machine-applique-tutorial/
By hand: https://youtu.be/gAo4NG53rVs
Day 33 - https://youtu.be/Nrq1s18xXRw
Chapter 4
Hand Stitching
Day 34 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YC-zsisnmNc
Day 35 - https://youtu.be/LlYHBi4DPzE
Day 36 -
Day 38 -
Beads: https://youtu.be/e_3vFz4eytU
Buttons:
Negative Space
Day 39 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BROo4ejB_X_/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 40 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BKnyV5ggOwo/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 41 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BqX_wAlHh7F/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 42 - Diagonally Opposed example:
Day 43 - Random negative space
Day 44 - Random in borders
Fabric Exploration
Day 45 - https://www.ritdye.com/instructions/how-to-dye-using-the-washing-machine/
Day 46 - https://www.diynatural.com/natural-fabric-dyes/
Day 47 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i86THRzLslQ
Day 48 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vlGt5Mxs2M0&list=PLtiUyai0mcv_zOMkNHdx75TPmCO3YIZOg
Day 49 - Make anything you want but here is one idea:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eX95uToN7R4
Day 50 - https://sewguide.com/fabric-painting-techniques/
Day 51 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ju_WUi064S0
Chapter 7
Thrifty Exploration
Days 52 to 58 -
Chapter 8
Small but Quilted
Day 59 - I designed this mini quilt that uses simple four patches but looks fun and bright! Use scraps cut to 2" for the four patches :)
Day 62 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBOgtTUN04k
Day 63 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPqhk_vBPI8
Day 64 - https://www.simplesimonandco.com/2013/11/5-friday-handmade-baby-bibs-quilt-as-you-go.html/
Day 65 -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eOyneeJzJbs
Day 66 - https://mellysews.com/2015/02/sew-zipper-pouch.html
Day 67 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVVVDwCKiqs
Day 68 - http://thestitchingscientist.com/2016/05/quilted-tote-tutorial.html
Day 69 - http://www.confessionsofahomeschooler.com/blog/2017/04/the-squishy-project-bag-tutorial.html
Day 70 - https://www.patchworkposse.com/fidget-quilts/
Day 71 - https://quiltingtutorials.com/tutorial/pet-bed-tutorial-great-scrap-buster
Chapter 9
Not a Quilt
Day 72 - https://hellocreativefamily.com/tutorial-how-to-sew-an-infinity-scarf-30-minute-project/
Day 73 - http://adventurousquilter.blogspot.com/2014/09/how-i-make-simple-french-seam-shopping.html
Day 74 - http://adventurousquilter.blogspot.com/2014/10/tutorial-for-simple-straight-stitch.html
Day 75 - https://www.tammytutterow.com/merry-little-christmas-applique-pattern/
Day 76 - https://www.instructables.com/id/The-Really-Simple-Rectangle-Shirt/
Day 77 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLDb6HIU1x8
Day 78 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fb8DefOkg3Y
Day 79 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5Ub6KvDe-0
Day 80 - https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/free-bag-tote-clutch-backpack-4121861
Day 81 - https://amyssewingstudio.com/embellish-towels-with-decorative-fabric-trim-tutorial-for-beginners/
Day 82 - https://pileofabric.com/blogs/modern-quilting/15172321-tutorial-quilted-lanyard-name-tag
Day 83 - https://www.allfreesewing.com/Accessories-to-Sew/Warm-and-Cozy-Reversible-Fleece-Cowl-Scarf
Day 84 - https://www.patchworkposse.com/scrap-fabric-mug-rug-tutorial/
Chapter 10
Quilting
Day 85 - https://youtu.be/NGl8ImIIyFg
Day 86 - https://youtu.be/e_5fzw2XzTc
Day 87 - https://youtu.be/nUbNB1pcrs8
Day 88 - https://youtu.be/nWRdxxgqONE
Day 89 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeYUnDDJzwc&t=26s
Day 90 - https://youtu.be/nUbNB1pcrs8
Day 91 - http://www.countryfarm-lifestyles.com/diamond-quilting-pattern-large.html#.XHhk4uhKiUk
Day 92 - https://youtu.be/9oF0I6lbOws
Day 93 - https://youtu.be/KHoIyb0lMug
Day 94 - https://youtu.be/vhbghdLd0iY
Day 95 - Maybe like this https://adventurousquilter.blogspot.com/2018/10/epic-day.html
Day 96 - https://youtu.be/HX_PSNOHvTI
Day 97 - https://youtu.be/snGP5yKiC7E
Day 98 - https://youtu.be/vv9S3DeJACI
Day 99 - https://youtu.be/QELyDSBTN6o
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DNuOsLBJ0Q
Day 100 - https://youtu.be/rHwcEzyjfn0
Day 101 - https://youtu.be/RBFq9LKub1Y
Day 102 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=ji8BLS2rNHA
Day 103 - off set square layouts are great, because you don't have to line up points! Like this quilt finish:
https://adventurousquilter.blogspot.com/2018/07/eye-spy.html?m=1
Day 104 - https://youtu.be/or_EwOVX2Mg
Day 105 - http://adventurousquilter.blogspot.com/2014/01/dog-jacket-tutorial.html
Day 106 - https://youtu.be/IdmnMhcA6dI
https://youtu.be/YsfSEbT1lgI
Chapter 11
Design
Day 107 -
Day 108 - In 2018 I wrote a quilty poem typed it up in Powerpoint and then used Spoonflower to have it made into my own text fabric!
Day 109 - https://patternjam.com/
Day 110 - https://www.waterproofpaper.com/graph-paper/
Day 111 -
Day 112 -
Day 113 - This quilt can be made with one block simply rotated and simple borders added
Day 114 -
Day 115 - Same basic block in different shapes and sizes!
Day 116 - Just keep adding borders!
Day 117 - Like my Adventurously Epic Sampler!
Chapter 12
Share or Host
Day 118 - So many fabulous quilt books exist in this world! I love this website for buying used quilt books, share the link with your guests! https://www.betterworldbooks.com/search/results?q=quilt%20books
Day 119 - You can suggest pre cut scraps or just anything goes!
Day 120 - Chapter 8 is full of ideas for this!
Day 121 - Maybe try a new recipe! https://butterwithasideofbread.com/20-perfect-potluck-recipes/
Day 122 - Google your state or town/city name + quilt shops!
Day 126 - https://youtu.be/xtlGFdexJD0
Chapter 13
Journaling
Day 128 - https://www.instagram.com
Day 129 - https://www.facebook.com/
Day 130 - https://www.pinterest.com/
Day 131 - https://blogger.com or https://wordpress.com/
Day 133 - https://www.youtube.com
Chapter 14
Photography
Day 134 -
Day 141 -
Day 143 - https://www.instagram.com/p/Bk3MiBCB70H/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 144 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BmUQ7X4lpF2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 145 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BuW0SRVHKSV/?
Day 146 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BrA9p-Lnxam/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 147 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BpvV5PzHDHc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 148 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BuCPQpDngJN/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 149 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BuAgR9uFJi9/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 150 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BuPpQuZg52n/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 151 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BuCHshsFXdt/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 152 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BuWxPnGHm2f/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 153 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BueCF7KHebg/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 154 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BXocaM0gmBk/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 155 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BueIyBhnsCy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 156 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BAvF42vF0GT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 157 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BuZNJOpHrC2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 158 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BWOPuIXglxU/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 159 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BfZWQYvl82y/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 160 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BdnU3pHllTK/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 161 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BdFeSdKF3zz/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 162 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BtqgCYRnORC/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 163 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BnHQHrsl3ti/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 164 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BuWj2xGnRPA/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 165 - https://www.instagram.com/p/Bsf86Ncn97h/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 166 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BubZSLYHWFb/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Chapter 15
Organization
Day 167 - https://www.nationalquilterscircle.com/article/organizing-your-sewing-room-part-1-thread-and-bobbins/
Day 168 - https://swoodsonsays.com/store-fabric-scraps-budget/
Day 169 - https://weallsew.com/how-to-organize-your-sewing-pins/
Day 170 - http://www.aquiltinglife.com/2014/06/organizing-patterns-books.html/
Day 171 - https://doyouevenblog.com/blog-organization/
Day 172 - http://www.aquiltinglife.com/2014/06/organizing-patterns-books.html/
Day 173 - https://mellysews.com/2017/01/sewing-studio-organization-tips.html
Day 174 - http://www.allpeoplequilt.com/how-to-quilt/organization/storage-solutions
Day 175 - http://decoratingfiles.com/2014/01/organizing-sewing-supplies-20-ideas/
Chapter 16
Studio Styling
Day 176 - https://www.instagram.com/p/Br8P-QtA5iG/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 177 - https://www.instagram.com/p/Boo6uswBmXJ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 178 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BtT8Zqsj_aU/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 179 - https://www.patchworkposse.com/organize-your-sewing-room/
Day 180 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BsRQspoBHZL/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 181 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BuFfqLzHwBP/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 182 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BsO4E2mnclc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 183 - https://decorandthedog.net/decorandthedog/2013/02/pinterest-challege-button-wall-art-link.html
Day 184 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BRtAawUgrpB/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 185 - https://www.instagram.com/p/BAsxrn_h33W/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 186 - https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt5tnk7jPcd/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Chapter 17
Precuts
Day 187 - https://www.fatquartershop.com/free-quilt-patterns/free-mini-charm-pack-quilt-patterns
Day 188 - https://www.favequilts.com/Miscellaneous-Quilt-Projects/The-Most-Charming-Charm-Pack-Quilt-Patterns
Day 189 - https://www.u-createcrafts.com/free-layer-cake-quilt-patterns/
Day 190 - https://so-sew-easy.com/free-jelly-roll-quilt-patterns/
Chapter 18
Crafty Exploration
Day 191 - https://www.purlsoho.com/create/knit/tutorials/
Day 192 - https://youtu.be/aAxGTnVNJiE
Day 193 - https://www.dummies.com/crafts/jewelry-making-and-beading-for-dummies-cheat-sheet/
Day 194 - https://youtu.be/7f2zjqvYVpM
Day 195 - https://learntodraw.today/2016/04/30/learn-to-draw-a-sewing-machine-in-6-steps/
Day 196 - https://getfreewrite.com/blogs/writing-success/writing-prompts-60-ideas-you-can-use-today
Day 197 - https://www.mybluprint.com/article/so-you-want-to-start-scrapbooking-yay-heres-how-to-get-going
Day 198 - https://redgatestitchery.com/blogs/red-gate-stitchery/a-step-by-step-guide-to-cross-stitch
Day 199 - https://www.qualityneedlecraft.co.uk/ourshop/cat_111153-Tapestry-Kits.html
Chapter 19
Use it!
Day 200 - 208 are fairly self explanatory so links are not provided
Chapter 20
Try New Things
Day 209 - a favorite of mine for FMQ > http://www.glidethread.com/
or for piecing > https://www.connectingthreads.com/neutral-thread-set/p/21263
Day 210 - https://www.instagram.com/p/7xlZ0brCak/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 211 - I tried this one >https://www.overstock.com/Crafts-Sewing/Pellon-Natures-Touch-90-inch-x-30-yard-Roll-Soy-Blend-Batting-with-Scrim/11734418/product.html
Day 212 - I want to try this > https://www.instagram.com/p/BvrMkEbnLUa/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Day 213 - http://www.quilterblogs.com/
Day 214 & 215 No link provided
Day 216 - This is on my list > https://www.etsy.com/listing/647538218/vintage-christmas-book-by-lori-holt-of?ref=shop_home_active_20&crt=1
Day 217 & 218 No link providedDay 219 - I love this brand
https://www.westcottbrand.com/products/scissors.html
Day 220 - Mine is ALL the solids ever made LOL
Day 221 - Perhaps something like this > https://www.instagram.com/p/BvAZKIUn56y/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Chapter 21
Giving
Day 222 - 227 Links provided in Chapter 8 and 9 can help with these tasks
Chapter 22
Classic Block Patterns
Chapter 23
Designer Spotlight
Day 252 - https://elizabethhartman.com/
Day 253 - http://www.quiltworx.com/
Day 254 - https://www.maryfons.com/
Day 255 - http://www.tulapink.com/
Day 256 - http://beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com/ https://www.fabric.com/blog/designer-spotlight-lori-holt/
Day 259 - http://mctavishquilting.com/gallery
Day 260 - https://quiltingismytherapy.com/
Day 261 - http://www.nancyzieman.com/blog/
Day 264 - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jenny_Doan
Day 266 - https://vfwquilts.com/pages/victoria
Day 267 - https://sewfreshquilts.com/
Day 268 - https://www.caroldoak.com/about.php
Chapter 24
Writing
The links in this section are provided as example texts addressing the days topic to inspire you or contain a list of possible content to discuss in your writing.
Chapter 25
Imagine
Day 294 - https://visitmsqc.com/
Day 296 - https://thequiltshow.com/
Chapter 26
Works in Progress
Day 297 to 319 time to catch up on unfinished projects you have started whilst working your way through this book!
Chapter 27
Seasonal Projects
Day 324 - I like to think of fireworks on NYE and this is my Fireworks block:
What do you think of on NYE?
Day 327 - https://adventurousquilter.yolasite.com/ download my FREE heart block now!
Day 328 - https://sentimentalstitches.net/2016/05/07/celebrating-the-mother-block-1857-album-quilt-block-18/
Day 329 - Perhaps a quilt made from your father's shirts! https://adventurousquilter.blogspot.com/2014/04/shirttails-top-is-quilted-at-last.html
Day 331 - Whatever your religion you can find patterns available, google your favorite religious holiday!
Chapter 28
Coloring
Days 332 - 338 It is time to take a meditative break from all the challenges! Spend some time each day coloring a quilt design to allow your inner artist some calm down time.
Capter 29
Reflection
Permalinks added prior to the day will only be available to view once the day of the challenge arrives, NOT before, so if the link doesn't work yet, pop back on the day.
What is reflective writing and why should we do it?
You Made it!
Day 365 - Oh gosh I hope you enjoyed the journey :) Now go do/make something that brings you joy!