Quilting Journey

Are you ready to make a quilt that is like a burst of confetti at a party? Vibrant, fun, and guaranteed to make you smile! Or maybe even do a little happy dance. Look no further than the Dashing Duo Quilt Pattern combined with the excitingly playful Celebrate Collection by Sue Daley Designs for Riley Blake Designs.

Hey there, it’s Kelly Renay here, and oh do I have a fun one for you today. I’m excited to showcase the exuberant Celebrate Collection with the announcement of my newest quilt pattern, Dashing Duo.

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Each year I challenge myself to design a quilt pattern with pre-cut fabrics in mind. For the 2024/2025 addition, I’m thrilled to announce the Dashing Duo Quilt Pattern. While the design may look intricate, it is actually quite simple.

This visually appealing quilt pattern is not only pre-cut friendly, it is also perfect for quilters of all skill levels, whether you're a beginners or an experienced quilter.

Let’s dive into all the details about this new quilt pattern!

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I’m beyond excited to be sharing my latest quilt design, Dashing Duo, with you today.

The Dashing Duo Quilt Pattern is a modern and stylish pre-cut friendly pattern that offers endless possibilities for creativity. Which is why, I decided to use solids for the cover quilt.

Let's explore how this Dashing Duo cover quilt was developed.

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The first block I learned when starting to sew, and one of the most popular quilting techniques, is the disappearing 9-patch block. Disappearing 9-patch blocks can be made in many different ways. But for today I’m sharing my version of a Scrappy Disappearing Pinwheel Block, made with the vibrant and cheerful Sassy and Tweet Expression Batiks collection.

Hey there, it’s Kelly Renay here, and I’m thrilled to be sharing my take on this classic and innovative block technique. Before we get started on the step-by-step instructions, let me highlight the fabulous Expression Batiks collection, Sassy and Tweet.

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Are you a fan of all things patriotic and Americana? If so, you'll enjoy the Letters From Home collection by Vicky Gifford. The Letters from Home collection is a beautiful tribute to the spirit of United States of America Military, featuring classic red, white, and blue designs with a splash of Army green, that evoke a sense of pride.

One standout piece from the Letters From Home collection, and my personal favorite, is the military transport print. This print features some impeccably painted transport vehicles, aircraft and ships by Vicki.

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There’s just something about Texas, that us Texans hold near and dear. They might be different for each individual but being born and raised in Texas, there are certain things I look forward to each year.

Howdy y’all, I’m honored to be able to share my latest make and future quilt pattern. I had the privilege of working with the Friendship Florals collection by Diane Labombarbe. This collection embodies the spirit of Texas, the “Friendship State”, especially at Spring time.

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The Red Delicious fabric is a sumptuous blend of rich reds and creamy whites, delicate prints, and elegant florals that come together to create a truly exquisite collection. This luxurious line of fabrics evokes romance and sophistication making it the perfect choice for creating something stunning for Valentine's Day.

I’m blissfully honored to share my latest creations made with the gorgeous Red Delicious collection by Riley Blake Designs.

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Have you ever sewn with gingham fabric? I believe gingham falls into the same category as polka dots and stripes. They can be classic, traditional or modern depending on their colors, scale and usage. The weaving of colored stripes creates a visual that is pleasing to the eye. They are fabrics that transcend trends and time.

Hey there, it’s Kelly Renay here and I am elated that I get to share my latest project with you using the newly released Gingham basics.

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It’s hard to imagine the end of the year is quickly approaching. Which means Christmas is right around the corner and thinking about presents is currently on my mind.

While brainstorming gift ideas I couldn’t help but reminisce about presents I’ve received over the years. When growing up my grandmother, Grandnan, gifted me with art supplies every Christmas.

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If you're a fabric enthusiast like me, you know the struggle of keeping your fabric stash organized. How unsightly and out of control those fabric piles can become.

Today I am sharing my recent make and my solution to this problem. Because I’ve been struggling to keep current ‘work in progress’ projects and extra fabric organized in my tiny office space.

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I'm beyond honored to share some exciting news! A few days ago I was brought to tears upon opening an email and seeing my quilt design gracing the cover of the Winter 2025 issue of McCall's Quilting Magazine, Deck the Halls.

My featured quilt, Holiday Bouquet, was inspired by...

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I am thrilled to be sharing a sophisticated pillow and quilt set with you, featuring the adorable Playtime 30’s collection. The Playtime 30’s collection is comprised of soft pinks, minty greens, and sky blues, featuring delicate playful prints.

So, lets travel back in time for a moment, to reminisce and pay homage to the past with the Playtime 30’s collection by Lindsay Wilkes of The Cottage Mama, for Riley Blake Designs.

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Let's take a moment to shine a spotlight on the adorable Jake Quilt, my latest design feature.

In the, Fall 2024, issue of Quiltmaker Magazine, you'll find the Jake Quilt Pattern. A design that showcases a sweet baby turkey sitting on top of pumpkins. 

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Get ready for stunning chaotic masterpiece, filled with color, creativity, and a whole lot of fun!

Hey there, it's Kelly Renay here! I'm super excited to get to share this fun quilt with you today, using the fabulous new batiks collection, Neon Pop, by Riley Blake Designs.

Typically batiks aren't a fabric that I use, but the Neon Pop collection shouted pick me, pick me. (You know sometime fabric just speaks to you.)

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Are you ready to make a whimsy quilting project? Look no further than the Curious Pups Quilt Pattern featuring the adorable dachshund pups, Mikka and Sammi, frolicking in a garden filled with flowers and butterflies.

This Curious Pups quilt pattern is sure to bring a smile to your face and a touch of playfulness to your home decor.

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Are you a dog lover, that enjoys watching the wonder of joy which comes from your pups? Well, the Curious Pups Quilt Pattern featuring Mikka and Sammi is the perfect project for you. This charming quilt design captures the essence of a sunny day in a blooming garden, where these adorable pups explore their surroundings with curiosity and joy.

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I’m honored to be sharing my recent makes with the adorably cute collection, Chloe by Rachel Erickson. The Chloe collection had my heart at first sight, with its sweet furry friends, butterflies, strawberries, and florals. All things that I love!

My creative bug immediately sparked when I received the Chloe fabric. I had the idea to create a dog themed quilt pattern. Something that has been on my to-do list for a while.

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eeek!!! I'm over the moon crazy about this Sweet Columbine quilt! If you are a lover of neon I think you are going to really enjoy this version.

A look back into my thought process...

Last year, I was shopping at my local quilt shop and this solid fabric caught my eye. What color was it, you might ask? Well it's a neon yellow, called 'Electric Lemon' from the Bella Solids line for Moda Fabrics. 

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Discover some different color palettes for the Sweet Columbine Quilt Pattern... from the same colors used on the cover quilt, to a dark moody color palette, to a patriotic color scheme, to a classic neapolitan ice cream themed palette, to last and most sweetly a darling pretty in pink color combo.

Let these mockups spark your own creative color palette or click on an image to download for your own personal use.

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I am so excited to be sharing my newest quilt pattern that I am completely OBSESSED with. 

For over a year I’ve been planning out and designing this striking quilt pattern that meanings so much to me. The design was inspired by one of my favorite wildflowers, the Columbine, which is a stunner of a flower. More details about my inspiration in a moment…

But first, let me introduce the Sweet Columbine Quilt Pattern. Hopefully a stunner in its own right!

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Can you believe the midway point of the year is approaching quickly in a few days? And, that means Christmas in July will be upon us soon, which makes it the perfect time to start planning and creating your holiday projects. So, what better time than now to share a great project idea to use with the Jingle Bells collection by Lindsey Wilkes for Riley Blake Designs.

Hey there! It’s Kelly here and I’m thrilled to be sharing my latest project featuring the fun, cheery, and a little nostalgic fabric collection, Jingle Bells.

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