Do you have a big quilt to bind, or lots of small items that need the bias tape? This tutorial from DIY- Crush will help you out.
In it you will learn how to make continuous bias tape, no matter … Read More ...
How to Square Up Fabric Yardage
We have all been there. We go to the quilt store, buy some fabric, get it home and get ready to cut. We fold it and then, bam, notice that it is not squared up. Sometimes a cut can be … Read More ...
10 Free Butterfly Quilt Block and Quilt Patterns
The butterfly quilt block is a classic design that has been used for generations of quilters. From grandmas to modern-day seamstresses, the butterfly quilt block has become a staple in many quilters’ collections. This timeless design is versatile, beautiful, and … Read More ...
How to Make a Reading Pillow
Get your kids or grandkids excited about reading by making them an adorable reading pillow. This tutorial is from Happiest Camper. Perfect for using up your fun novelty prints, the pillows are not that hard to make.
In the … Read More ...
How to Make Your Own Sew In Labels
I’ll be the first to admit that I am horrible about labeling my quilts, and it is a really important thing to do. Meghan Makes Do shows us how to make our own labels which will (hopefully) encourage us all … Read More ...
How to Machine Quilt a Turkey Design
Have you recently made a fall or Thanksgiving quilt top but just can’t decide how to quilt it? Just take a look at this adorable design by Lori Kennedy for Bernina.
This tutorial takes you through the design, step-by-step … Read More ...
How to Nest Seams in Quilting
Have you ever wondered how some quilters get those perfect seams? This article from the The Crafty Mummy explains how you can get that same look.
It’s called nesting seams and it really easy to do. There is nothing special … Read More ...
How to Make a Freeform Denim Jeans Quilt
Put all of those old jeans that are too worn out to wear or donate to good use and make a quilt out of them. This easy freeform pattern from Create with Claudia is the perfect way to do that.… Read More ...
How to Do Decorative Stitches on Your Quilt Binding
I don’t know about you, but sometimes I like to change things up a bit with my quilts. One of those ways is to add some decorative stitching to the binding. This article from Days Filled With Joy shows you … Read More ...
Tips for Sewing with Strips of Fabric
A Quilting Life brings us this helpful article with tips and tricks for sewing strips of fabric. We all have them, those 2 1/2″ strip sets (also known Jelly Rolls™). Those brightly colored bundles of fabric joy call to you … Read More ...
Tips for Hand Quilting
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 ...
How to Make a Textured Quit Block with Pleats
Make a wow statement in your next holiday quilt with this unique method from Sew Lux Fabric. These pleats add an entirely different dimension to a simple tree pattern.
In this tutorial there are detailed step-by-step photos to help … Read More ...
5 Free Jelly Roll Rug Tutorials
Jelly roll quilts are a popular and easy way to incorporate your favourite fabric into a useful and decorative project. The pre-cut strips are an economical way to get started and are ideal for quilters of all levels. From the … Read More ...
How to Machine Quilt in a Hoop
The experts at Bernina wrote this blog post about machine quilting in a hoop. If you have ever wanted to try this technique, then this article is for you.
Filled with all sorts of tips and tricks, you can add … Read More ...
How to Quilt on a Domestic Sewing Machine
Do you like to make quilts, but are a little nervous because you want to quilt them by machine but don’t have a big longarm one? This guide from The Sewing Korner can help you out.
Complete with a detailed … Read More ...