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A patchwork and quilting blog from Stitchscape in Neston, Cheshire.

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Pam's maple leaf quilt top finish

Pam's maple leaf quilt top finishBy: Diane Warburton Published on: 28/01/2026

A finished maple leaf quilt, a founding member’s story, and why Patchwork Play celebrates gentle progress, real finishes, and creative confidence.

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Pam's maple leaf quilt top finish

Patchwork Play Isn’t Another Thing to Keep Up With

Patchwork Play Isn’t Another Thing to Keep Up WithBy: Diane Warburton Published on: 04/01/2026

A gentle explanation of Patchwork Play — a calm corner for patchwork when social media feels noisy and you just want encouragement, friendly faces, and permission to go at your own pace.

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Patchwork Play Isn’t Another Thing to Keep Up With

A Gentle Creative Reset for 2026

A Gentle Creative Reset for 2026By: Diane Warburton Published on: 11/12/2025

A gentle Creative Reset to help you find your way back to colour, fabric and tiny creative wins. A cosy chat from my sewing corner and a first peek at Patchwork Play.

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A Gentle Creative Reset for 2026

The Patch-a-Day Challenge: 30 Days Later — Small Stitches, Big Wins

The Patch-a-Day Challenge: 30 Days Later — Small Stitches, Big WinsBy: Diane Warburton Published on: 01/12/2025

The first 30-day Patch-a-Day Challenge is complete! See how tiny daily stitches helped participants build creative habits, confidence, and joyful progress. Blog Post Description

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The Patch-a-Day Challenge: 30 Days Later — Small Stitches, Big Wins