Tiny Sewists: Teaching Kids to Sew with easy lessons sewing on fabric
Learning tips and tricks usually just comes with experience, but this article gives you a run-down on how to quickly boost your quilting skills.
Hello and happy Wednesday! Whew…it’s the middle of the week and the final day of February; February always seems to go quickly, but this year it went extra fast for me because I did lots of new pattern sewing and traveled twice to teach and speak at quilt retreats. Last night I finished up the […]
So, you bought a fancy sewing machine with all of the bells and whistles, and you’re determined to learn how to quilt with it. If you’ve never learned how to quilt on a sewing machine before, there’s no need to panic because the process is really much easier than you think. Quilting on a sewing […] Read more...
In the world of quilting, a rising trend that seamlessly blends creativity with sustainability is the art of upcycling old fabrics. This innovative approach not only breathes new life into discarde…
Straight line quilting is a great beginner quilting technique, but there's a right way and a wrong way. Continue reading to see if you are doing it right!
Quilting with a sewing machine isn't an impossible task since quilting and sewing machines are mostly similar. The truth is, they are both sewing machines.
Find my best tips for mini quilts with suggestions to improve the accuracy of your next small quilt project.
Know how much thread is needed to quilt a quilt so you can buy all of your quilting supplies at the same time before beginning a project.
Are you just starting out on your quilting adventure? If so, you'll need a few quilting tools to really get the most out of your experience. Bear in mind however, that in times gone by, they didn't use all of these fancy tools and they got away with the very basics - a pair of scissors, a needle and thread and a bit of fabric...mostly scraps. So don't feel like you have to get everything on this list but if you are going to make more than one quilt, you are really going to want to get your hands on
Using a walking foot is the easiest and quickest way to quilt borders. Continue reading for 7 easy border quilting ideas using a walking foot.
We just added more tips, and now you can see all 20. Be sure to check out the new additions! Did you hear? Fons & Porter’s Love of Quilting is celebrating 20 years! As we
In this two part series on the best hand quilting needles, this first part lists the 5 main types of needles and what they should be used for.
Knowing how to start a quilt, especially when it comes to quilting can be difficult. Get expert tips on how to start quilting your next quilt.
Hello and happy Thursday! While doing a little cleaning in my sewing room this week I happened upon my stash of orphan blocks. Orphan blocks are extra blocks made to test block patterns or blocks that were made for quilts or projects that never got used. As I was sorting through my found “treasures” I […]
As a quilter, there’s nothing more frustrating than unfolding a quilt only to find it covered in creases and wrinkles. These creases can be difficult to remove, and they can even cause damage…
I finally finished a quilt!!! Do you remember this quilt top? I finished the top about a year ago. This summer I finally got the back put together, and sent it off to the local quilter. A week ago, I got it back and immediately got to work on the binding (it's my favorite part, eek!). On Saturday, I took it to my moms house (she will be fostering the quilt for me), and we got some quick pictures outside before the rain came in. The weather has started to cool here, and the trees are changing color. This is my favorite time of year, and its the time of year that I get excited to play with fabric again. I took another quilt in to the quilter, and hopefully I'll have that back in the next month or so. Until then I will keep working on piecing my long list of UFOs. It feels great to finish something, and even though this quilt won't be living with me, it was still nice to snuggle with it for a while. Do you snuggle with your quilts when you finish them? I feel like it's not really a quilt until it has kept someone warm. I hope everyone is having a great week! Cristina The Quilted Mitten
I made this English paper pieced hexagon quilt for my fifth-born child’s first birthday. If I had more time, I would finished off the quilt edge by making a hexagon facing (see Bad Skirt for …
Want to hand quilt and don't know where to start? These tips and tricks will give you what you need to be hand quilting in no time!
Learn these important quilt cleaning tips and discover how to clean a quilt that won’t ruin or damage it.
Hello and happy Wednesday! Today I’m happy to be sharing a little update on my Village house quilt! I’m making very scrappy houses using all of our fabric collections: Bright Sun, Valley, Desert Bloom, Creekside, The Front Porch, and Clover Hollow! I’ve actually had some of these houses finished for quite a little bit now […]
Top US quilting blog, A Quilting Life, features some Stunning Examples of Scrap Quilt Patterns Made with Strips. Click here now to see them all!!
Heather Thomas teaches you all about thread while providing helpful tips and techniques for working with thread.
Learn about some bad quilting habits that Superior Threads recommends that you quit.
Learn more about free motion quilting and start adding unique designs to your quilts today with this instructional video from National Quilters Circle.
This is the final quilt I pieced for market–“My Log Cabin” by Joanna Figueroa. The quilt was pieced using a honey bun of Joanna’s newest collection, Butterscotch & Rose which is a delightful blend of traditional Fig Tree patterns and colors. Joanna’s signature cream that comes with the collection was used for the background. Joanna’s […]
I am making slow but steady progress on my UFOs without adding too many more to the bottom of the list. This quilt was at the top. I am emba...
Handmade quilts are precious and need to be treated well. Check out these simple instructions on how to wash and care for a quilt!
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Several years ago I purchased a quilt pattern at the International Quilt Festival for a collage quilt by Laura Heine of Fiberworks. I’ve never made a collage quilt in my life but absolutely L…
What is improv quilting and how can you get started? Read all about why I love improv quilting, get some ideas and check out the best books and bloggers for learning improvisational quilting, even if you’re a beginner! || Pin Cut Sew Studio
Seriously peeps, I have the best life. This month I got to quilt for Tula Pink. Yes, THAT Tula Pink. It was some pretty exciting times. Here is the finished quilt! First things first though, there we
Hand stitching is an essential sewing skill every sewer should possess and master. This basic sewing skill is still very useful to many advanced projects.
There are some skills that are essential when it comes to quilt making, and this How to Prepare Your DIY Quilt for Quilting is definitely one of those videos. This is a great tutorial that will take you step by step on how to prepare your DIY quilt so that it is the best it can be. Plus, this quilting video is helpful for you if you are looking to do the quilting yourself, or if you are going to take it somewhere to get quilted. If you are a beginning quilter and are trying to figure out how to make a quilt and the best methods, this quilt video is definitely right up your alley.
Building your team of must-have quilting tools is just as important as perfecting your sewing skills. Use this checklist to get the best tools to start sewing.
Melody Crust talks on her blog about the importance of selecting the right quilting pattern to make the most impact on your quilt top. Calling straight line quilting elegant, click HERE to learn mo…
and Stitch them into Joy Magnets2-1/4in x 3-1/2in
In this video, Heather Thomas shares a unique tip for choosing quilt fabrics!
A step by step guide to the star stitch
I made this English paper pieced hexagon quilt for my fifth-born child’s first birthday. If I had more time, I would finished off the quilt edge by making a hexagon facing (see Bad Skirt for …
In this video you will learn free motion quilting tips on creating flower designs
