As a quilter, I have always been fascinated by the history and beauty of crazy quilts. These quilts have a rich history and were initially created as a way for women to showcase their embroidery skills and use up scraps … Read More ...
Spiral Quilting on a Machine Tutorial
Sometimes a quilt calls out for a spiral quilting design, but that is not the easiest machine quilting to do. However, no worries because Leslie over on The Seasoned Homemaker is here to help.
Her detailed tutorial on how to … Read More ...
Four Hearts Quilted Table Topper – Free Pattern
Hearts are not just for Valentine’s Day. They are nice any time of the year and, while this pretty table topper from Quilt Social would be perfect for the holiday, I would display it all year round.
It’s a scrappy … Read More ...
Gingham Quilt – Free Pattern
Looking for a super simple quilt pattern? This lovely gingham quilt pattern over on Diary of a Quilter may be just what you want. The tutorial is written by a guest blogger, Elizabeth Chappell.
To make her quilt, the designer … Read More ...
Puppy Dog Quilt Pattern
Ready for some quilted puppy dog fun? Then look no further than this adorable puppy dog pattern that you can purchase over on Etsy. The pattern is from Elizabeth Hartman.
Fat quarter and layer cake friendly, you can’t help but … Read More ...
How to Take Care of a New Quilt
A lot more than just sewing goes into making a quilt. There are a number of things that need to be considered, one of them being how to take care of a quilt. Luckily Suzy Quilts explains how to care … Read More ...
Friendship Heart Quilt Block Tutorial
For a new twist on an old favorite, give this friendship love quilt block from A Quilting Sheep a try. The heart in the middle of this traditional friendship star block takes it up to another level.
When finished, the … Read More ...
Crown Paper Pieced Quilt Block Pattern
Here is a fun paper pieced quilt block from JoeJuneandMae. It’s a crown, and a beautiful one at that. If you have ever gotten one of their patterns, you will know how nice they are.
This crown is … Read More ...
Free Saguaro Cactus Quilt Pattern
Are you ready to make a stunning and unique quilt? Just take a look at this wonderful cactus pattern from Kairle Oaks. It is so striking, and the best part is that it is not too hard to make.… Read More ...
How to do Hand Appliqué – Free Tutorial
Appliqué is a nice technique that quilters use to add shapes and texture to a quilt. This tutorial, from Amy Loves to Sew, demonstrates the raw edge method for doing appliqué.
In this method, fusible webbing is used to … Read More ...
Free Heart Baby Quilt Pattern
Designed by Connie Kresin, this beautiful baby quilt is not too difficult to make. Not only would it look good in a baby’s room, it would be a lovely gift for Valentine’s Day.
Measuring 25″ x 32″ it’s a … Read More ...
Spiral Nova Free Quilt Pattern
If you are interested in making a stunning showstopper quilt, then check out this beauty from Storied Quilts. Even better, the pattern, entitled One Spiral Nova, is available for free. You can’t beat that!
The pattern is actually a … Read More ...
Free Swimming Geese Quilt Pattern
If you have never been over to the Tilda’s World website you really ought to take a look. There is an entire section devoted to lovely free quilt patterns, including this one entitled Swimming Geese. One look at these … Read More ...
Crown and Thorns Quilt Block Tutorial
With four sizes offered, this free Crown and Thorns quilt block pattern is brought to you by Generations Quilt Patterns. This is a traditional quilt block found in many historical quilts. It can also be called the Memory Wreath … Read More ...
How to Make a Striped Triangle Quilt
This article goes out to all of you scrap quilters. You know who you are, and I proudly consider myself to be included in that group. Darcy Quilts shows us how to turn some of those beautiful small pieces of … Read More ...