Part 5 in the Free Motion Quilting Series will help you master one of the most popular and elegant quilting motifs of all- feathers!! Feathers are great for long strips, borders or even cornering blocks!
We can’t believe it’s already the middle of March! Time sure has zipped right by! You know what they say though, time flies when you’re having fun and that’s exactly how Rob has felt! He has been a busy guy, traveling and teaching his passion of quilting! So far this year, he has been up and down the California coast doing what he does best, having fun with his fans!!! If you’ve ever had the chance to meet Rob, then you understand how passionate he is about quilting! No matter where he goes, he’s bringing it up in conversation! At the grocery store, on the beach, on the plane to Hamilton, MO to film new tutorials, he really wants the world to know how great sewing is! Thank you for following along with Man Sewing and helping Rob to share his passion for quilting with you!! Check out these fun photos from the last few months of Rob’s travels!
Shawn said, It was great meeting you in person during Trends at EE Schenck here in Portland today. I have been quilting for 2 years now and it’s a blast. Thanks for sharing your enthusiasm for quilting, your journey and your faith today. It was awesome!
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Missy from Sacramento said, “Thank you for sharing your quilts and your story Rob!”
Judy said, “I attended Rob’s event at Meissner’s Sewing and Learning Center in Sacramento yesterday. WOW! I came home so inspired, both by his amazing art quilts but most of all by him. Incredible man with a wonderful story!”
Nothing is worse than a favorite pair of jeans getting worn out with holes and rips. It’s like losing a best friend that always made you look amazing and feel great! Well today we have a great solution for you so you don’t have to toss those jeans out! This method also makes embellishing jeans easy peasy! Watch it for yourself and see!
Today’s new tutorial is the perfect way to start the week! Today I’m showing you a personal favorite of mine, it’s a technique called Free Piecing that my friend, Jean Wells showed me. I loved it so much that I wanted to show you my spin on it! I hope you love it as much as I do! Click HERE to watch the new tutorial!
Today is Part 3 in our Free Motion Quilting Series! This tutorial will help you perfect your Swoops and Swirls while Free Motion Quilting on your domestic sewing machine! Swoops and Swirls are excellent motifs for quilting because they go fast and look spectacular!
February 20th is my 4 year anniversary. For the past few years I have been celebrating my recovery from alcohol addiction by hiking deep into the wilderness and enjoying nature with my newest coin. This year was the 4 year marker without a drink, so my 12 year old son and I did a three day backpack trip in Bug Sur, CA. The destination was Sykes Hot Springs and it was an enjoyable 21 mile hike! My son was a fantastic hiking partner and one of the major reasons I quit drinking. What a blessing to have this time together, a time both of us will always remember. I’m so thankful for the wonderful life I now have and the opportunities I have to improve myself to be a better me every single day. Life is good, friends! Thanks for supporting me in this journey!
Here are some photos I took from our trip!
To thine own self be true. Unity, Service and Recovery. Happy 4 years to me!
The necessities! Our packs with food and water for 3 days and all of the tools we would need to be safe!
My son is such a great role model for his little sister. I sure am proud of this boy and all of his goals!Me and my coin after a soak in the Hot Springs!
I’ve loved being able to share this special time with him!
Last year’s token was also a special one for me. I’m proud of who I am today because of the changes I’ve made in my life.
If you’re looking for a quick and easy quilt that looks amazing, look no further! This 60 Degree Ruler Quilt using only 2.5 yards of a beautiful striped batik is the perfect pattern for you! Click HERE to watch the free tutorial!
Today’s Manly Monday tutorial is another great addition to our Free Motion Quilting series. Today Rob shows us how to work on our Straight Line and Echo quilting!
Raise your hand if you love your pet! Today’s new tutorial is perfect for those 4-legged friends of ours! This easy sewing DIY Pet Bed is super soft and cuddly for those pets that we adore! Check out the tutorial HERE!