Reflecting on My 2025 Quilting Journey
Before I list the quilts and sewing projects I worked on this year, I want to pause for a moment.
Reflection matters. Not to count finishes, not to measure productivity, and definitely not to compare with anyone else’s sewing journey. This year reminded me that progress doesn’t always look loud. Some seasons are steady. Some are quiet. Many are made up of small pockets of time, 20 minutes here, a few stitches there and THAT still counts.
If you’ve ever felt like you didn’t “make enough” this year, I hope this list encourages you.
These projects aren’t about numbers or finishes — they’re about showing up when I could and finding joy in the process.
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Progress Doesn’t Need to Be Loud
Every time I stepped into the sewing room, even briefly, I was choosing to care for myself. Sewing has never been about rushing to the finish line. It’s about being present with the fabric in my hands, the hum of the machine, and the calm that follows. Slow progress is still progress, and unfinished projects still carry meaning.
Letting Go of Comparison
It’s easy to look at what others are making and feel like we’re falling behind. But our timelines are different. Our capacities are different. And that’s okay. The goal isn’t to keep up. It’s to stay connected to what brings us joy and to create at a pace that fits our real lives.
Making Time for What Brings Joy
Making time for the things we love isn’t a luxury. It’s necessary especially during full and demanding seasons of life.
This quote stayed with me throughout the year:
If you feel burnt out, sometimes it’s not because you’re doing too many things —
rather, you’re doing too many things that don’t bring you joy.
Sewing is one of those joyful anchors for me. Even when progress is slow. Even when a project stays unfinished for a while. The joy is in showing up.
A Year Made of Small, Meaningful Moments
So this list isn’t a checklist of achievements. It’s a reflection of the moments I gave myself permission to sew, create, and enjoy, one stitch at a time.
You can click on the link to visit the blogpost to read more about the projects.
🧵Quilts & Finished Projects
- Jelly Roll Spinner Ombre Confetti Quilt — Finished
A colorful quilt finish using an ombré jelly roll.
🔗 https://thelittlemushroomcap.com/jelly-roll-spinner-ombre-confetti/
- You Are Magic Zipper Pouch — Finished
A small bag/zipper pouch project early in 2025.
🔗 https://thelittlemushroomcap.com/you-are-magic-zipper-pouch/
- Quilted Runner – Prairie Pastures Runner
A cheerful runner from Prairie Home Quilt Book.
🔗 https://thelittlemushroomcap.com/quilted-runner-prairie-home-quilt-book/
- 2. Autumn Nights Quilt (Fall Quilt Finish)
Finished your cozy Autumn Nights quilt using a free quilt-along pattern — fall color palette quilt finish.
🔗 https://www.thelittlemushroomcap.com/cozy-fall-quilt/
- Charm Pack Chilli Quilt
Finished quilt made from a charm pack — Charm Pack Chilli.
🔗 https://www.thelittlemushroomcap.com/charm-pack-quilt-charm-pack-chilli-quilt/
- Abloom Quilt
Finished quilt made from Sew Sampler Box
🔗 Abloom Quilt | Quilted & Gifted
🧵 Work-in-Progress Updates
- Designer Mystery Quilt (Mystery BOM)
Worked through the Designer Mystery Block of the Month quilt (ongoing project).
🔗 https://www.thelittlemushroomcap.com/best-block-of-the-month-quilt-patterns-kits
- Trippy Spool Quilt / Strippy Spools
Progress shared on Strippy Spool quilt as you eased back into sewing in May.
🔗 https://www.thelittlemushroomcap.com/from-quiet-to-quilting-what-im-working-on/
- Giant Dresden Bee Quilt — In Progress/Shared
Large Dresden quilt made with Honey & Lavender fabrics.
🔗 https://thelittlemushroomcap.com/giant-dresden-bee-quilt/
- Pastel Basket Quilt (Stripy Sashing) — In Progress
Updates shared on working with stripy sashing.
🔗 https://thelittlemushroomcap.com/pastel-basket-quilt-strippy-sashing/
- English Paper Piecing — Grandmother’s Flower Garden Progress
Slow, incremental progress on this EPP project.
🔗 https://www.thelittlemushroomcap.com/grandmothers-flower-garden-2/
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Thank you for sharing your completed works and including your works in progress too. Those represent lots of my time. Last year I tried to do one at a time (boring hahaha) in the bigger quilting. But it did help me stay a little bit more focused. Blessings in 2026 to you. I really appreciate you doing this blog it’s a favorite of mine ❤️💐