(Please note that affiliate links have been used in this post.) I started quilting in 2007 / 2008. My sisters bought me a small Singer Promise they found listed as a Black Friday deal from Target o…
9 must know Quilt piecing tips. Quilt techniques to know especially if want to learn how to quilt or want to improve your piecing accuracy.
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.
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!
Learn the 6 simple steps to straight line quilting, or as some call it, matchstick quilting. This is a great beginner quilter tutorial!
I now have a video tutorial to walk you through this post! Sewing accurate 1/4" seams will make all the difference in your quilt tops!
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.
Never made a quilt as you go block before? This tutorial will show you all about quilting as you go method - easy and for beginners!
Hand quilting is the technique of sewing together the three layers of a quilt (batting between two layers of fabric) in a decorative freehand stitch.
In this guide, I will focus on the following topics: quilt batting types, the best batting for quilting, and how to choose the right batting for a project.
Learn how to fold a quilt to prevent damaging it. By folding a quilt in a certain direction you can minimize the breaking down of fabric fibers.
Quilting for Beginners teaches newbies how to quilt from the basics, start to finish. This 5 part series walks you through each step of quilt making.
Learning how to tie a quilt is a great way to give some hand quilted charm to your projects. Continue reading for 6 fun ways to try it out!
Are you new to machine quilting? You may have made tied quilts for a while and now want to explore machine quilting. I’ve seen a lot of advice given for how to machine quilt but I think mos…
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.
Learn 7 Secrets to Improving Your Quilts. These tips and tricks, from a seasoned quilter, will help you take your quilts to the next level!
The best way to get perfect quilting is to transfer quilting designs onto the quilt top before stitching. Continue reading to see how!
In today’s post, you’ll learn everything you need to know about piecing your quilt backing. We’ll go over how to piece your backing step by step, how to determine how much fabric you need, and alternative options for when you don’t want to piece your back. After you’ve learned how to piece your quilt backing,...
In this video we explain the benefits of using a color wheel when selecting quilt colors.
If you are new to free motion quilting, you will most likely encounter some of these free motion quilting problems listed here. Hopefully, this guide will benefit you, allowing you to enjoy the mos…
Looking to get started quilting? These quilting tips for beginners will help make the process easier for your first quilt.
If you are new to free motion quilting, you will most likely encounter some of these free motion quilting problems listed here. Hopefully, this guide will benefit you, allowing you to enjoy the mos…
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!
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.
See how to finish binding on a quilt - the easy way!
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.
Do you want to learn how to hand quilt? Now’s the perfect time to get started! If you’re really unfamiliar with hand quilting, head over to read about the supplies you’ll need
Quilt bindings are the most magical, and sometime confusing part of quilt making, especially for a new quilter! I shared a tutorial a few years back, but have adapted and made a few changes as I’ve grown as a quilter, and thought it was enough to update the post. Any tips or suggestions you might […]
Before you can quilt you need to baste all of your quilt layers together. Continue reading to see how easy it is to get this job done!
There lots of new techniques and terminology to learn, but the laundry list of supplies needed for quilting is a bit long and sometimes confusing.
Learning how to tie a quilt is a great way to give some hand quilted charm to your projects. Continue reading for 6 fun ways to try it out!
Pressing quilt seams is a crucial step of any quilt-making process – not only will it make it easier to join blocks, it will also make a quilt lie flatter.
Want your quilting to look just as good as the professionals? Using stitch in the ditch might be what you are missing! Continue reading to find out how!
Never make the mistake of forgetting these 4 important things to include when you gift a quilt! You'll be so glad that you did #4!!
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...
Free motion quilting is still something I get asked about the most. It's so simple, and also so daunting at the same time! I'm DEFINITELY not an expert, and don't look too close at my stitches, but good news....it doesn't have to be perfect, AND it's a great stress reliever! ;) While I was quilting...Read More
Modern Quilting Tips, Tricks and Tutorials! - Everything you need to know to make quilting easy and fun so you can do what it is you love to do and create a beautiful joy filled life!
This tutorial features a step by step sewing guide on How to Hand Quilt without a Hoop. Click here for all the info!
When we came across this article of the best machine quilting tips we knew we had to share it with our readers. The tips are detailed and contain links to products that will help you to get the bes…
(Please note that affiliate links have been used in this post.) I started quilting in 2007 / 2008. My sisters bought me a small Singer Promise they found listed as a Black Friday deal from Target o…
Binding is the final step of quilting and it must be perfect. Otherwise, all your efforts will be wasted!
Quilt basting is essential to prepare your project for quilting. Learn how to make a quilt sandwich and discover 4 ways how to baste a quilt.
(Please note that affiliate links have been used in this post.) I started quilting in 2007 / 2008. My sisters bought me a small Singer Promise they found listed as a Black Friday deal from Target o…
Enjoy these easy and fun cheat sheets/charts for quilters from Art Gallery Fabrics ®. No Waste Flying Geese, Magic 8 HST, basic HST, Four at a Time HST etc.
Something that surprised me when I first started quilting was that most quilt patterns teach you how to make a quilt top, but stop short of telling how to actually finish the quilt. Little details like basting, binding, and, you know, quilting the quilt. Of course now I realize that including all of this would […]Continue Reading...
Learn how to square up fabric before cutting any pieces for your next quilt - especially when dealing with longer strips.
Finished your quilt top and ready to quilt? Continue reading for 10 quilting designs for beginners perfect for your first quilt!
