I love working with fabrics, especially ones that have that special something that sets them apart. And let me tell you, batik fabrics are right up there on my list of favorites. With their rich, saturated colors and unique patterns… 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 ...
Free Quilt of Valor Pattern
The Crafty Quilter brings us beautiful block and pattern for making a quilt for Quilts of Valor. This is an organization that provides quilts for members and veterans to give them comfort.
This free pattern is made with the ribbon … 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 … Read More ...
15 I Spy Quilt Designs
Ah, I Spy quilts, what a wonderful idea! If you’re looking for a fun and creative quilting project, then an I Spy quilt is definitely worth considering. The idea behind these quilts is simple yet brilliant – incorporate various novelty … 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 ...
How to Use Focal Fabric That You Don’t Want Anymore
Raise your hand if you have a big stash of focal fabric that you know you will never use. This video from Create with Claudia gives you 16 ideas for it.
Focal, or focus, fabric is that fabric you buy … Read More ...
Cars and Trucks Machine Quilting Pattern
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 ...