Have you ever wondered how some quilters seem to get their scrap patchwork quilts to sparkle? Well, Amy from Diary of a Quilter has five tips to help you out.
Packed full of lovely photos, you will find out all … Read More ...
How to Make a Seatbelt Cover
I don’t know about you, but sometimes seatbelts can be irritating on the neck. Why not try this handy solution from Thermoweb?
You will need to use their special Heat ‘n Bond Fusible Fleece to complete your project. However, … Read More ...
Book Review – Quilted Bags and Gifts: 36 Classic Quilting Projects to Make and Give
Quilted Bags & Gifts
is a beautiful collection of bags, pouches, and accessories designed for quilters who love to create handmade gifts. All 36 projects use basic patchwork and appliqué techniques, so they can be made in a weekend. Readers … Read More ...
Mini Snowflake Quilt – Free Pattern
Celebrate those chilly winter months with this lovely mini quilt from Lake Girl Quilts. It is a free pattern over on the website.
If you follow along with the tutorials and links I post, you know that I am … Read More ...
10 Free Mini Quilt Patterns
Mini quilts are a fantastic option for those who want to enjoy the creative process of quilting, but don’t have the time, patience or resources to make a larger quilt. Not only are they quick and easy to make, … Read More ...
How to Do Curved Quilting With Your Walking Foot
Looking for a new quilting pattern to finish off your quilt tops? Here is some striking stitching from Leah Day. It is called Curved Pinstripes and wow, is it lovely.
It is not always easy to find easy and … Read More ...
Gradient Stars Free Quilt Pattern
I fall for a gradient, or ombré, pattern almost every time I see one. That was definitely the case with this stunning design by Elise Lea for Robert Kaufman Fabrics. It glows!
The finished quilt measures 64″ x 76″ … Read More ...
How to Make a Seminole Patchwork Quilt Pattern
Relatively easy to do, but packing a wonderful visual punch, Seminole patchwork is a worthy addition to your quilting repertoire. This tutorial (in two parts) from Geta’s Quilting Studio shows you how to do it. There is even a free … Read More ...
Book Review – Sewing Scrap Blocks with Character
Create scrap blocks like you’ve never seen in this quilting book, Sewing Scrap Blocks With Character
- The ultimate pattern book for quilters seeking fun, whimsical scrap block designs, all with loveable character and charm
- 64 patchwork blocks, each fresh
Three in One Christmas Quilt Pattern
From well-known quilt design company Laundry Basket Quilts comes this versatile and beautiful quilt pattern. It can be purchased over on Fat Quarter Shop.
What is unique about this pattern is that there are instructions for three different layouts. All … Read More ...
Hipster Cat – Free Quilt Pattern
The moment I saw this absolutely adorable hipster cat quilt from Shwin & Shwin I knew I had to bring it to you. Look at those glasses and bow tie! This pattern just makes me smile.
Measuring 44″ x 44″ … Read More ...
How to Avoid Folds and Pleats When Using a Domestic Sewing Machine
One thing I often struggle with when quilting on my domestic sewing machine is avoiding folds and pleats. This helpful article from The Little Mushroom Cap is a good resource to help out with that issue.
It is so … Read More ...
10 Free Christmas Free-Motion Quilting Designs
Free-motion quilting is a technique where you can use your sewing machine to stitch designs onto your quilt without using a stencil or a pattern. This allows you to create custom and unique designs for your quilts, especially for the … Read More ...
Free Winter Snowmen Quilt Pattern
The folks over at Tilda bring us another wonderful quilt pattern that is free. This one is called Happy Winter Snowman and it is delightful.
Per their website it is suitable for intermediate quilters with a moderate difficulty level. When … Read More ...
Christmas Baubles Free Quilt Pattern
Who doesn’t love some Christmas Baubles? I know I do and I especially like them when they are made out of fabric. Look at the darling quilt pattern from Jen Daly Quilts for Moda Bake Shop. It is just … Read More ...