Hi all, don’t forget this is the last day to link up your finishes for Quarter 3 of the Finish Along!
Rescuing Your Quilting Mojo with Katiemae Quilts
Sometimes a project just loses its spark—and that’s perfectly normal! Kate from Katiemae Quilts is here to share her top strategies for reigniting your passion, whether you absolutely must finish or you’re free to pivot to something new.
1. When You Have to Power Through
If deadlines or commitments mean you must complete your project, try these fun tactics to keep your momentum:
- Binge-Watch & Sew: Queue up a favorite series—Firefly, Orphan Black, or anything that keeps you entertained—and trim or stitch away. Before you know it, that mountain of half-square triangles will be history!
- Mini Challenges: Break your task into bite-sized goals. Shout “Challenge accepted!” in your best Barney Stinson voice, and reward yourself each time you conquer a chunk.
- Bribery & Rewards: For every milestone you hit, treat yourself—maybe a new pattern like the Whole Lotta Bag, an Oreo, or a moment of “me time.” Prizes make progress feel even sweeter.
2. When It’s OK to Change Direction
Not all projects are meant to reach the finish line. If you’re dreading every stitch, consider these fresh options:
- Reset the Design: Scale back by enlarging sashing, adding bold borders, or reshaping the layout. You can turn a never-ending sampler into a nearly complete quilt top.
- Think Smaller: Turn a few favorite blocks into a mini quilt, pillow cover, or wall hanging. Sash four or nine blocks, and voilà—a charming baby quilt or décor piece instead of a 12×12-block sampler.
- Let It Go: Donate orphan blocks or unfinished tops to local guilds, charity drives, or Quilts of Valor programs. You’ll clear your queue and make someone’s day in the process.
Whether you binge-watch your way to a finish or transform your UFO into something totally new, the key is to make the process fun again. And don’t forget to reward yourself—cookies are nonnegotiable!
