This article will be posted to the blog on New Year’s Eve. I am pretty sure that most of us are going to need a cup of coffee tomorrow morning. Some of use are probably going to need a lot … Read More ...
5 Tips for Making Your Patchwork Quilt Shine
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 ...
How to Make a Quilted Coat
Take a look at social media and you will see that quilted coats are all the rage right now. Here is a helpful tutorial from Tamara’s Joy to help you make one for yourself.
What I love about this tutorial … 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 ...
How to Save Money With Quilt Backing Fabric
All of us are looking for a way to save some money right? I know I am. Here are some great tips on quilt backings from Quilty Love to help us out.
She suggests using flannel, and this handy article … 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
10 Festive AccuQuilt Dies for the Holidays
The holidays are the perfect time to add some festive touches to your quilts. One way to do that is by incorporating appliqué. If you’re unfamiliar with the process, let me introduce you to AccuQuilt, a cutting system that makes … Read More ...
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 ...