Rachael Gander
Meet Rachael, the all-around crafty lady behind popular blog, imagine gnats . Rachael has an incredible (and perhaps at times, compulsive) desire to express herself, something which has taken many forms over the years including sewing, knitting, graphic design, and painting.
Projects by Rachael
BeginnerArtisan Apron
Why not add a little fashion to your food prep? This style-savvy apron adds just the right amount of color! It’s quick and easy and comes with handy pockets! Sample uses Art Gallery Fabrics (Fresh Grass Floralism from Modernology, Oval Elements Chocolate Cherry, Rhapsodia Red Frida’s Dream, & Rhapsodia Ruby Artisan) and Bella by Moda Solids (White & Horizon Blue).
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BeginnerBlast Quilt
“Blast: to make or open by or as if by explosion”. Blast Quilt is a take on the traditional Ohio Star quilt block. Use simple squares, half square triangles and quarter square triangles to create this dynamic quilt. It is perfect for showing off large scale prints. Sample used Enchanted by Cloud 9 Fabrics in Raven Moon , Zig Zag Feathers Turquoise , Tear Drop Bead Shadow , Arrows , Tear Drop Bead Sunshine , Zig Zag Feathers Coral and Seed Bead Chevron . Sample was quilted by Shelly Pagliai of Prairie Moon Quilts . Quilt measures 48” x 48”. This pattern is also available as a free cross-stitch pattern at imaginegnats.com .
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BeginnerEmbroidery-to-Go Bag
This bag is a collaboration between two stylish designers. Rachael Gander designed the embroidery pattern for the bag, which was completed and fully stitched by Sara Lawson. The square embroidery travel case features a zipper that goes almost all the way around the side panel and has a top handle for easy portability. The back of the case has a large pocket that will hold your 6″ or 8″ embroidery hoop. Inside is a sturdy 5-section divider that will hold all your carded embroidery floss, plus has extra room for scissors and other notions. Take your crafting on the road!
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BeginnerFalling Flakes Stocking
Use the ‘quilt-as-you-go’ method to create this festive stocking. This stocking is fast and fun to make.
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BeginnerFeathered Cathedral Window Block
Block 5 of 9 in the Cathedral Window Quilt-a-Long. Block size is 12-1/2” square unfinished. Use a 1/4” seam allowance unless otherwise indicated. Finished quilt will…
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BeginnerFrippery Coasters
Use a strip piecing method to create these fast and fun coasters. Make sets for all the holidays. Fabrics used for sample are from Thomas Knauer ’s Frippery distributed by Andover Fabrics . Makes 5 coasters in total.
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BeginnerRaccoons in Love Throw Pillows
Bring the wild into your world with a friendly bandit on your sofa. He’s not a burglar but he will steal your heart for Valentine’s Day! This fun and simple raccoon pillow includes options for hand stitching, adding machine stitched embellishments, or even a no-sew appliqué version.
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IntermediateThe Cammy Pack
The cammy pack is the new must have accessory for all crafty photographers. Think of it as ‘fanny pack meets camera strap’. The 3-1/2” wide, fully functional camera strap features both a lens cap pocket and a cell phone pocket within easy reach, and keeps your valuables safe within one of two zippered pockets. The tutorial includes instructions for sewing a full camera strap with all attachments as well as a variation for a camera strap cover. Stitch one up and head out for your next sightseeing trip in style and comfort.
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