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,...
(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…
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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.
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.
Happy March 1st! And because it is the first Wednesday in March, we are once again opening our monthly theme for the Modern Quilt Along series that we are doing in 2017. If you need a refresher of what this series is, go HERE to read the introduction post on the why’s and how’s. The theme […]
A cat lovers dream, Cats on Cats is a beginner friendly look at simple quilt techniques and chain piecing. Featuring fabric from Kitty Garden and Jenny's Basics by Jenny Ronen.
I'm always amazed at the patience of so many quilters who make those amazing quilts out of tiny bits of fabric. I don't think I will ever get to that stage but I sincerely admire those who have that ability to spend hours on their creations. Personally, I am a fan of quick quilts and I love trying to speed up the process of what I am creating hence why I love this method of creating a 4-patch quilt block. It is quick and easy to put together without having to cut up tiny blocks and piece them all together
May is here and finally is is nice to be outside. Our weather has gone from 40's to 70's in a matter of 2 weeks. It's pretty nice out there. But, I am stuck inside for a few more weeks, at least mos
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For the more traditional types, country quilts are the best to bring that homey, rustic feel to a room or furniture.
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...
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Learn to sew an invisible stitch with this Ladder Stitch (Slip Stitch) video tutorial. Perfect for sewing up softies.
by Heidi Emmett I’m going to take you through a few days of the cool stuff I find on Pinterest. I prefer to look at Pinterest early in the morning. It’s waaaay too stimulating for me to…
Overwhelming fabric scraps. I thought this was such a fun topic to discuss. so here I am. Do you love or hate working with fabric scraps? Do you sometimes get overwhelmed with your piles of fabric …
No More Stubby Thread Tail Whiskers! Topstitching adds a polished, professional look to many pieced and quilted projects. However, stubby clipped thread tails can mar an otherwise neat finish. The solution is simple – bury the thread ends. It’s quick, easy to do and creates a professional look. No more clipped thread whiskers on either …
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Easy quilts to make in a day. A lot of beautiful patterns, designs, and quilt ideas for you to make in one day only and the tips to finish it
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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.
Vielen Dank für dein Interesse an unserem Produkt. Vor dem Kauf möchten wir Sie über einige wichtige Aspekte informieren. Das Produkt zeichnet sich durch seine Vorlagen-, Design- und Druckqualität aus und dient als wertvolles Werkzeug für Nähprojekte. Die Anweisungen enthalten zwei Techniken: direktes Stoffzeichen (mit sichtbaren Stichen) und unsichtbare Stiche. Beides sind allgemeine Richtlinien und keine Schritt-für-Schritt-Anleitung. Sie können diese oder andere Techniken auswählen, die Sie aufgrund Ihrer Erfahrung und Vorliebe für geeignet halten. Es gibt keine Rückerstattung für die digitale Datei. Wir bitten um Verständnis und stehen bei Fragen gerne zur Verfügung. Es ist in zwei Größen erhältlich: -Vorlage bestehend aus 20 A4-Blättern, Quiltgröße 31 x 31,8 Zoll -Vorlage, bestehend aus einem einzelnen A2-Blatt, Quiltgröße 23 x 33 Zoll. Dieses Katzen Schnittmuster lädt zu einem einmaligen kreativen Erlebnis ein. Es besteht aus einer Palette von 12 verschiedenen Farben, die sorgfältig für die Stoffe ausgewählt wurden, um die Schönheit und Vitalität dieses Patchworkdesigns zu unterstreichen. Zusätzlich zu dieser ausführlichen Anleitung haben wir 3 A2-große Vorlagen des visuellen Musters beigefügt, um den Erstellungsprozess zu erleichtern. Diese Vorlagen dienen als visuelle Anleitung, mit der Sie jedes Detail genau in Ihr Patchwork-Projekt übersetzen können. Passend dazu gibt es die Vorlage, die sich aus 20 A4-Blättern zusammensetzt. Machen Sie sich auf die Reise zu dieser bezaubernden Katze mit unserem Schnittmuster! Fügen Sie Ihre persönliche und kreative Note hinzu durch eine lohnende Technik, die Sie Schritt für Schritt zur Herstellung eines einzigartigen Stücks mit Charakter und Stil führt. Bist du ein Bastelbegeisterter auf der Suche nach einem lustigen und kreativen Projekt? Such nicht weiter! "Erstellen Sie unser ""Patchwork PDF Pattern, um eine entzückende Katze in A2 Papiergröße zu erstellen." Warum wählen Sie unser Muster? 🐾 Bezauberndes Katzen-Design: Dieses Patchwork-Muster zeichnet sich durch ein äußerst charmantes Katzen-Design aus, das Ihr Herz zum Schmelzen bringen wird. 📏 A2-Papierformat: Mit unserem A2-großen Muster haben Sie ausreichend Platz, um an komplizierten Details zu arbeiten, und sorgen für ein beeindruckendes Endprodukt, das groß genug ist, um Ihre Handwerkskunst zu demonstrieren. 🌈 Endlose Möglichkeiten: Wählen Sie Ihre Lieblingsstoffe, Farben und Muster, um Ihre Patchwork-Katze zu personalisieren. Ob als Geschenk oder als Dekoration für die eigenen vier Wände, dieses Projekt bietet grenzenlose Anpassungsmöglichkeiten. 📥 Sofortiger Download: Beginnen Sie sofort mit Ihrem Projekt! Nach dem Kauf erhältst du eine herunterladbare PDF-Datei, mit der du sofort dein Bastelabenteuer beginnen kannst. 🛍️Perfekt zum Verschenken: Fertige Patchworkkatzen sind ein entzückendes und einzigartiges Geschenk für Freunde und Familie. Basteln Sie ein besonderes Geschenk, an dem Sie noch lange Freude haben werden. 🤩 Tritt der Patchwork-Gemeinschaft bei: Teile deinen Fortschritt mit anderen unter #PatchworkCatCreations in den sozialen Medien. Lass dich von anderen inspirieren und inspiriere sie mit deinen wunderschönen Kreationen. "Verwandeln Sie eine leere Leinwand aus A2-Papier in ein Kunstwerk mit unserem ""Patchwork PDF Pattern to Face an Adorable Cat in A2 Paper Size""." Beginnen Sie noch heute Ihr Patchwork-Abenteuer und beobachten Sie, wie Ihre Katze Stich für Stich zum Leben erwacht. Verpassen Sie nicht diese Gelegenheit, sich auf eine kreative Reise zu begeben. Kaufe jetzt dein PDF Schnittmuster und erlebe die Freude am Basteln einer bezaubernden Patchwork Katze! Erfahre mehr über diesen Artikel
Learn these six common stitches and you can apply them to a myriad of projects.
We have begun our ambitious crazy quilting class with seven lovely and talented ladies. As we mentioned in a previous post, Crazy Quilting—Start to Finish, we have created a six-month crazy quilting class that teaches our students how to piece their blocks, stitch and embellish them, and finally put them together in the format of their choice. Taking photos of the class models for reference All our ladies had been eagerly awaiting this class and were ready to get started. Each student was instructed to bring at least 24 different fabrics, which could include cottons, silks, satins, or any other fabric they liked. We did have some fancy fabrics for sale to help their collection, but some of our ladies had been collecting fabrics over time, just for a future crazy quilt. A rainbow assortment of silks, satins, and velvets Many of these fabrics were sourced from thrift stores. One student's collection Each lady received four different patterns, as well as a fabric Little Red Riding Hood vintage postcard print to use as a center for one of their blocks. Most of the patterns were put together the same way, by having a center piece and then sewing each section around that center piece. We had the ladies bring in four 9" squares of flannel to be used as a base for the block, and Teri demonstrated how to construct the block with the flannel base. The flannel base provides a great support for the future block embroidery, and it also helps manage some of those slippery fabrics. The first piece is centered on the base. The second piece attached. As each piece is added, the excess underneath is trimmed away. Ready for embroidery After the demonstration, the ladies got to it and began constructing their blocks. Getting ready to choose fabrics Going around the center block with the next piece Checking if this fabric is a good fit This block is ready to be trimmed to its finished size. Such beautiful, bright colors We designed the patterns to be 8.5" finished, so having 9" base allowed for a little wiggle room as we pieced. An 8.5" square ruler was used to bring the pieced blocks down to their finished size. Trimmed and ready to go After the block was finished, the ladies basted around all four sides, and their blocks are ready for next month's embroidery session. Some of our students' finished blocks: The silver fabric in this block is a lacy overlay. Most of these fabrics were found at local thrift stores. As an unexpected treat, one of our students brought in some antique crazy quilt blocks that she had purchased. The blocks were in various stages of completion, absolutely beautiful, and she has more of them to bring to the next session. We can't wait to see them, and we will be sure to share them with you as well. Such lovely embroidery This unfinished, basted block is mostly made of silk. Another block a little further along in regard to the stitching Everyone was able to complete one block and will have the other three ready for our February meeting, where we will be focusing on motif selection, transferring design, and stitching the motifs. Thank you for joining us as we build these crazy quilts, and please come back to see the outcome of our next session.
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.
I often get a question from my readers - how to sew straight? In this guide, I will show you how to easily keep stitching lines straight. I will talk about topstitching mostly because keeping seam allowances equal is a different topic. Have you ever had problems with crooked stitching lines? I bet you had. Even intermediate sewists are struggling sometimes to do it and had to rip and redo stitching. But sewing in a straight line is much simpler than you think. And I want to help you to sew straight every time.
Learn how to make a quilt from start to finish. Where to start if you're a beginning quilter. Resources for beginning quilters
How to hand quilt in 3 easy steps! In this blog and video tutorial I'll list out all of the supplies you need and show you how simple hand quilting is!
Are you having trouble sewing straight lines on your sewing machine? Here are all the things I wish I'd known when I started learning to sew.
Learn the 6 simple steps to straight line quilting, or as some call it, matchstick quilting. This is a great beginner quilter tutorial!
A cat lovers dream, Cats on Cats is a beginner friendly look at simple quilt techniques and chain piecing. Featuring fabric from Kitty Garden and Jenny's Basics by Jenny Ronen.
This is an exquisite fall quilt, a labor of love that seamlessly combines craftsmanship and comfort. Handmade and meticulously machine quilted, this quilt measures a cozy 44” x 56”, perfect for adding warmth and style to your home. Crafted from premium quality cotton fabrics, this quilt showcases a breathtaking rainbow of colors gracefully cascading down the fabric, evoking the essence of a crisp fall day. This quilt is the ideal companion for those chilly evenings, back-to-school preparations, or the approach of Thanksgiving. This quilt is created using the enchanting Moda fabrics designed by Fancy That Design House from the exquisite Slow Stroll collection. The quilt's reverse side features the charming Tossed Acorn design in the delicate Petal shade. Crafted with 100% cotton fabric and filled with a comfortable cotton/poly blend batting, this quilt offers both durability and softness in one package. Care Instructions: To preserve the beauty and functionality of your homemade quilt, we recommend washing it with cold water on the delicate cycle. For the best results, dry with low heat or no heat at all. As is common with quilts, some slight shrinkage may occur after the initial wash. This only enhances the quilt's cozy texture, and over time, it will develop a delightful crinkled appearance with repeated use and washing. Every quilt created by The Uncommon Bobbin is lovingly made in a smoke-free, pet-friendly home. As each quilt is meticulously made, small imperfections may be present, showcasing its unique character and the care put into its creation. Please be aware that colors may appear slightly different in person compared to the photos provided. Elevate your living space with the enchanting fall quilt, a delightful fusion of artistry and comfort, proudly brought to you by The Uncommon Bobbin.
Exploding Star Quilt Block. Free Sewing Tutorial and Pattern. Which uses no-waste flying geese, half square triangles, and has an economy block...
I've had the chance to review the book Free Motion Quilting for Beginners (and those who think they can't), by Molly Hanson. I love that title! I'm a big proponent of quilting your own quilts, as you know, and I've read a lot of books about free motion quilting. I like how everyone presents the information in their own personal way....there is always more to learn! This book presents all the practical information you need to get started. More importantly, it gives you the confidence to jump in and give free motion quilting a try. There are 15 projects in the book that encourage you to start small and increase your comfort level with free motion quilting before you tackle something larger, like a quilt. What I love most about this book is Molly's tone of encouragement throughout the text and the projects. She is great at guiding you though the entire process! I've done a lot of free motion quilting and I love how relaxing it can be. I also know how easy it can be to get in a rut. I challenged myself to get out of my box, so to speak and try some new-to-me, designs. I gave this squared off stippling pattern a try and it went pretty well! I had to slow down and think about where I was going from time to time, but it was fun! I could see doing this all over a whole quilt. I also quilted a few swatches of different designs and I turned them into a set of coasters. Binding them was a little fiddly, but totally worth it! (I can say that now that they are done. Ha!) These are great because I not only used scraps of fabric, but scraps of batting as well. Hurray! I'm happy to count these as scrap project #94/101. If you would like the chance to win an e-book copy of Free Motion Quilting for Beginners, please leave me a comment in this post. In your comment, I'd love to hear what your favorite go-to FMQ pattern is. Or, if you are new to FMQ, I'd like to hear what pattern you would like to master. I will pick winner in a few days!
Happy New Year! Despite the long pause in postings, I did actually complete a few more sewing projects in 2014. January 2014 - Drawstring book bags for Allie and Cate's birthdays February 2014 - Robert Hughes baby quilt (I really need to consider taking a "how to photograph your quilts" workshop:) quilted with stars and spirals May 2014 - Amy Becker's HS graduation lap quilt Amy picked out fabrics at Fabric Depot during her Portland visit, Christmas 2013. I supplemented with a few fabrics I found at The Stitching Post and at Kapaia Stitchery during a trip to Kauai (always looking for an excuse to fabric shop). The blue batik with butterflies was the first fabric Amy chose. Other colors were built around that. quilted with vining flowers and leaves Now Amy has this nice warm lap quilt - perfect for her college years at the University of Arizona in Tucson. She assures me that it does get cold there, especially when the air conditioner is running. November 2014 - New curtains and duvet set for the Sisters house After 20 years, Stefanie and I decided it was time for a change in the upstairs bedroom in our Sisters house. We found some curtain fabric at IKEA (seen below in the medium-sized pillows). After a futile search for a coordinating duvet cover I decided we just needed to make our own. Not as cheap, but so much more fun! On the bed in Anna's old room at our house (tempted to keep it here, but...) Had to add a border piece as it was just a bit too small. Found a fun coordinating fabric at The Stitching' Post. Shams and throw pillows. The quilting in the shams mimics the print in the curtain fabric. All set up in its new home. On to 2015... January 2015 - Jeanne's lap quilt This quilt was made for my good friend and fellow swimmer, Jeanne. She will be out of the water for a bit, recuperating from surgery, so of course this called for a quilt! My daughter, Anna, suggested the colors - perfect for a swimmer. Another swimmer friend, Jenn, joined me for a shopping trip to Fabric Depot and also helped with part of the sewing. Sandi and Jeanne The design incorporates over 60 small blocks with names of some of Jeanne's friends. Next Up???? cityscape art quilt based on a photo of Roussillon, France art quilt based on our Croatia travels last September flower/plant themed art quilt for the Hardy Plant Society Hortlandia Plant Sale in April hopefully taking Hilde Morin's Bowl Art class
We are onto our last block. Apologies for the slow down in the posts - but with the Covid restrictions being lifted here in Queensland, my...
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…
