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What is Controlled Improv?

Controlled Improv Quilting is when the artist applies three to five design elements of color, occurrences, shape, order, hierarchy, or repetitiveness to a quilt layout while allowing freedom of fabric placement inside those boundaries. The boundaries may be defined before or during the piecing process, but once they are defined, they remain consistent to give the design balance and structure that appeals to the eye and brain as natural.

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About the Patterns

Detailed Instructions

Some folks are readers. So I work to write clear instructions in every pattern. Whether you are a beginner or lifer, the instructions serve as a guide to the finish.

Clear Technical Illustrations

Some folks are skimmers, or let's be real, just look at the pictures. All my patterns include clear technical illustrations to guide you through piecing the quilt so you only need to look at the measurements if that is how you work best.

Professionally Edited

All patterns are reviewed by a trained, professional editor who also happens to be a modern quilter. Bonus!

Meet the Team

  • Jason

    COO - Lifter, Cutter, Shipper, Namer, Merry Maker

  • Kelly

    Studio Assistant, Ladder Climber, Quilt Hanger

  • Mitzie

    Designer, Maker, Color Lover, Encourager