Carrie Nelson

About the Author

Carrie Nelson is a celebrated quilter, designer, and author whose passion for patchwork and storytelling through fabric has inspired countless crafters around the world. With roots in the heartland of Iowa, she grew up surrounded by the comforting traditions of quilting, learning the craft from her mother and grandmother before honing her skills at her family's quilt shop, Missouri Star Quilt Company. Carrie's designs blend classic patterns with modern twists, emphasizing scrappy techniques that make quilting accessible and fun for beginners and experts alike. In her book Miss Rosie's Farmhouse Favorites: 12 Captivating Scrappy Quilts, she shares a delightful collection of projects that capture the warmth of farmhouse charm, complete with step-by-step instructions and personal anecdotes. Through her writing and teaching, Carrie encourages readers to embrace creativity, repurpose fabrics, and create heirlooms that tell their own stories, fostering a community united by needles, thread, and imagination.