Sometimes we all want a project where we don’t have to think a lot about what fabric to use. That is one of the nice things about a quilt kit. It’s all there for you. This one called Tucson, that … Read More ...
Stunning Star Quilted Bag Tutorial – Free Pattern
Quilting is not all about making quilts that can be hung on the wall or used on a bed. There are all sorts of beautiful things you can make with quilted fabric. That includes things like this stunning tote bag … Read More ...
Free Ray of Sunshine Benartex Quilt Pattern
Check out this stunning quilt pattern by Benartex Fabrics. It’s just gorgeous and the stars really pop against that white background.
The finished quilt, which measures about 68″ x 92″ when finished, is shown in fabrics from their Sun … Read More ...
Spring Tulip Quilt Block Tutorial
Celebrate spring with a flower, a tulip to be exact. This pretty quilt block from Samantha Olsen for Moda Fabrics is charming and easy to make.
The block, which measures about 6 inches when finished, does not take much fabric … Read More ...
10 Free Batik Quilt Patterns
With their rich and saturated colors, batik fabrics are a joy to work with. The patterns are varied and beautiful. Batiks definitely have a different feel than other fabrics, but they make beautiful quilts. Here are ten batik fabric projects … Read More ...
Free Jelly Roll Quilt Pattern with Moda Fabrics
Are you like me and scoop up every jelly roll you see at the quilt store, only to have them sit on your shelf because you can’t figure out what to do with them? Here’s a great pattern from Quilting … Read More ...
Fat Quarter Wall Hanging Quilt – Free Pattern
Here is a fun and free quilt pattern that has lots of lovely movement in the design. Called “Midnight Glow”, it is designed by Connie Kresin and is an easy project to make.
Measuring approximately 24″ x 32″ when completed, … Read More ...
How to Make a Double Disappearing Nine Patch Quilt Block
Here is a fun way to completely change up the look of the classic nine-patch quilt block. New Quilters has this fun trick to turn them into this beautiful look.
Using 5 inch squares, this is an ideal project for … Read More ...
Patriotic Stars Table Runner – Free Pattern
Perfect for Memorial Day or any other patriotic holiday, this beautiful table runner pattern from A Bright Corner is easy to make. The white stars really shine against the blue in this design.
When finished it measures 12″ x 36″ … Read More ...
Sulky Thread Storage Boxes
Today we are talking about thread storage, specifically about Sulky thread storage
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I don’t know about you, but right now if you looked in my quilt studio you would find a big box of spools of thread. They are … Read More ...
How to Hand Quilt – Free Tutorial
Learn how to hand quilt with this blog post from Homemade Emily Jane. Hand quilting is a tradition that had been quietly going away. With fast results being the new norm, and longarm machines that can do incredibly detailed … Read More ...
Scrap Fabric Japanese Knot Bag – Free Pattern
Here is a terrific idea that isn’t really quilting, but uses quilting fabric. It’s a traditional Japanese Knot Bag and this pattern is from Sum of their Stories.
This bag may look difficult to make, but it really isn’t, … Read More ...
15 I Spy Quilt Designs
Have you ever wanted to make an I Spy quilt? They are quilts that use various novelty fabrics in the designs and kids can play the I Spy game with them. They are super fun to look at and fun … Read More ...
How to Make a Scrappy Trip Around the World Quilt
Calling all scrap quilt lovers! This is one you definitely will want to try. It’s the traditional Trip Around the World and Darcy Quilts show how to make it scrappy. And let’s face it, aren’t scrap quilts the best (well … Read More ...
Quartered Star Quilt Block Tutorial
Here is a fun block which has some lovely design elements. It is from Quilting Gallery and is an easy one to assemble.
With instructions for making a 6″ and a 12″ block, you can incorporate this design in so … Read More ...