About me

I grew up in Spain and learned knitting, crochet, and embroidery from my talented mother, who was skilled in sewing and lace-making.

For years I juggled a regular job while building an online platform dedicated to sharing my passion for quilting and making it accessible to all.

I’ve also contributed to many publications and share my ideas and techniques on this website and my popular YouTube channel, TeresaDownUnder. In addition to my YouTube channel, on May 2023 I started publishing exclusive quilting video tutorials on Patreon.

Crafting is my sanctuary, providing balance to my life. I find joy in spending my free time sewing and designing, although I often have more crafting ideas in my head than I’ll ever have time to bring to life.

I’m also the author of the book “Turnabout Patchwork: Simple Quilts with a Twist,” which explores the art of creating unique quilt tops by playing with quilt blocks, slicing them up, and repositioning the pieces to craft entirely new designs.

When I’m not sewing, you can find me engaging in various creative pursuits, such as drawing, painting, sculpting, embroidering, or felting.

My tools

Last but not least, you often ask what sewing machine, or ruler, or whatever tool I use.

You can see here a list of the quilting tools you can see on my videos.

When I’m not sewing I can be found drawing, painting, sculpting, embroidering or felting.

I love feedback so please feel free to comment on any of my posts and offer as many suggestions and ideas as you like.

If you want to contact me message me via Facebook or Instagram.

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My book and other publications

You can now purchase individual chapters from my book as bundles of 4 unique quilt patterns.

If you prefer to own the complete book, Turnabout Patchwork, please note it is currently out of print. However, you might still be fortunate enough to find a copy on Amazon.

Explore all the quilts from the book in real-life projects!

See all the projects from the book as real-life quilts

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  11. Enjoying your video tutorials sew much! I’m always looking forward to your next one. Teresa, Thank you for the work you do to help and inspire us quilters all over the world. Sent from Darlene in Conway, South Carolina, USA

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  12. love your blog, your patterns, your video tutorials. Thanks so much – wish you would write a book and teach at Quilt Festival in Houston, TX

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  14. Just found you through Pinterest. I have many precuts and how-to books, but can’t get started. Your videos just gave me a shot in the arm – let me at those jelly rolls. Thanks so much for your inspiration. Your clever videos are amazing.

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  19. How sweet of you to post these block patterns that even myself a senior can understand

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  23. Watched you on You Tube and loved your techniques and cannot wait to start on the 3D Hexagon Block……You make it so simple.

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  26. I would love to receive an ebook copy of your new book. It would be a great addition to my collection.

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  28. Wonderful videos Teresa, so clear and concise. Is there a ‘home’ page or somewhere to start browsing this site?

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