Quilting is not always about sewing small pieces of fabric. The quilted pattern plays a large part in the process. Sometimes people make whole cloth quilts which really show off the sewing design. This wonderful design of cars and trucks … Read More ...
The Ultimate Quilt Finishing Guide – Book Review
There are many things to consider when finishing a quilt. In fact, many quilters don’t end up finishing a piece for numerous reasons. They may not be able to decide on a border, or maybe they are not sure what … Read More ...
Owl Quilt Block Tutorial – Free Pattern
This owl quilt block from Connie Kresin is absolutely adorable. It also can be made in no time with the dies she uses from AccuQuilt.
Connie goes through the entire method of how she makes her block and turns it … Read More ...
How to Make a Top Stitch Dresden Plate Quilt Block
Traditionally, Dresden plate quilt blocks can be quite daunting. Melanie over at Southern Charm Quilts has a helpful video tutorial to make a top stitched version of the block.
This traditional quilt block has a wonderful look to it. It … Read More ...
99 Machine Quilting Designs – Book Review
Break free from the simple straight line machine quilting and try something new. This book, 99 Machine-Quilting Designs, by Christa Watson, has plenty of ideas to choose from. It can be purchased over on Connecting Threads.
The book has … Read More ...
How to Pick Fabric for a Quilt
Have you ever wondered how to pick out fabrics for a quilt? This helpful tutorial from Polka Dot Chair has got you covered.
The article goes into details about a number of questions quilters may have. They include:
- Where Should
Easy Nine Patch Mini Quilt – Free Pattern
Make Mom something homemade for Mother’s Day this year. This mini nine patch quilt from Amy over on Diary of a Quilter is just the perfect pattern.
Measuring about 22″ square when finished, it makes a terrific table topper or … Read More ...
Free Fancy Fat Quarter Quilt Pattern
It’s time for some more fat quarter fun! This bright and festive quilt pattern from Sew Can She is easy to make and it is free.
The finished quilt measures approximately 64″ x 80″ and, along with some background and … Read More ...
Free Nurses Day Stethoscope Quilt Block Pattern
Every nurse needs a quilt made with this stethoscope quilt block right? Celebrate your favorite nurse with this whimsical block designed by Kelli Fannin Quilts.
Fair warning…this block has a lot of pieces in it, so it’s probably not … Read More ...
Free Cinco De Mayo Quilt Block Pattern
Ready to spice things up for Cinco de Mayo? You can with this easy and fun quilt block from Quilter by Design.
This design is essentially the economy block, but with a bit of twist on the larger inset … Read More ...
Glamping Quilt Block Patterns
Have you ever been “Glamping”? It’s basically fancier camping. I’ve never been, but it’s pretty much the only kind of camping you will ever see me do. If you would rather quilt about it than actually do it, Made by … Read More ...
Heart Quilt – Free Pattern
This sweet heart quilt pattern from Cluck Cluck Sew is sure to put a smile on anyone’s face. It is an easy quilt to make and is a good scrap buster.
Measuring about 42″ x 44″ when done, it is … Read More ...
Mini Star Cluster Quilt Pattern
To celebrate her 8th year in business, Rose over at Threadbare Creations designed this lovely mini quilt and made it a free pattern. It’s a Crown of Thorn block with a slight twist.
The finished quilt measures about 16 inches … Read More ...
Shooting Stars Quilt Pattern
Like shooting stars in the night, this stunning quilt pattern called “Showering Stars” by Robin Pickens can be purchased on Etsy. The stars practically twinkle in this design.
This jelly roll friendly pattern is for a quilt that measures 75″ … Read More ...
How to Make a Quilted Coat – Free Tutorial
If you are on social media then you have definitely seen all of the quilted coat designs popping up. It is not super easy to make one, but this article by guest poster Brittney Frey over on Suzy Quilts will … Read More ...