Have you ever considered doing some hand quilting? This handy article from Patchwork & Poodles can help you get started.
I used to love to hand quilt. In fact all of my quilts used to be hand quilted. Unfortunately I … Read More ...
Patterns, patchworks and projects
Have you ever considered doing some hand quilting? This handy article from Patchwork & Poodles can help you get started.
I used to love to hand quilt. In fact all of my quilts used to be hand quilted. Unfortunately I … Read More ...
This free appliqué mini quilt pattern from Felicia’s World is absolutely charming. It is ideal for anyone who loves doing appliqué.
Because of its size, 15 1/2″ x 17 1/2″, it is not a project that will take too long. … Read More ...
Stumped on how to do freezer paper appliqué? This helpful tutorial from Simone Quilts has detailed instructions on the best way to do it.
With a detailed list of supplies needed and step-by-step photos of the entire process, you will … Read More ...
Just looking at all of the scrappy goodness in these english paper pieced wagon wheels from Red Pepper Quilts will put a smile on your face. They are so bright and happy!
You can make them too with her tutorial. … Read More ...
More and more I see pictures of these beautiful and intricate English paper-piecing projects. From bags to large quilts, it seems like they are everywhere. We’ve rounded up ten tutorials to get you started on your English paper-piecing journey.
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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 ...
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 … Read More ...
A few years ago I was putting away a quilt and I snagged in on a wire hanger. It ended up with a 2 inch slash in it and I was heartbroken. Luckily I am a quilter so I was … Read More ...
I absolutely adore fabric yo-yos, or Suffolk puffs, and their charming, vintage look. They bring back so many fond memories of my grandmother, who used to make them in every color under the sun! And the best part? They’re so … Read More ...
Have you ever wanted to try out big stitch hand quilting? Not everyone is familiar with it, but it’s basically a different hand quilting method. Larger stitches are used, not only to hand quilt a piece, but to add an … Read More ...
When a friend, Kimberly, shared a link to a photo collection showing women at the end of the Great Depression making quilts, I knew I had to share it here. But, this got me to thinking about why we quilt. … Read More ...
Lauren of Right Sides Together shares on her blog how to create a Poly Gen quilt. She explains,
… Read More ...This technique is cool because paper-piecing design can be complicated, resulting in a lot of frustration before the sewing even starts. This
Choose cotton or wool and you can make a lap quilt Sue Spargo says is just right for patchwork and embroidery beginners. To complete the project, you will need to refer to … Read More ...
I’ve always heard that a carpenter is only as good as their tools. Same goes for quilters. You need the right needle for your task. But, how do you choose between so many options? Laura of ArtFabrik shares on her … Read More ...
Thanks for sharing all your hand-quilting stories for my latest giveaway. It’s fun getting to know you better. But, since this was a contest, we need a winner.
Using Random.org, I drew number 24, Teresa Lilly. She had this … Read More ...