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.
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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 Make a Scrappy Plus Quilt
Calling all scrap quilters. It is time to start raiding your scrap fabrics for this gorgeous quilt. The Scrap Stash pattern is available over on the Quilty Love website. Just look at how the quilt shines with those soft colors.… Read More ...
10 Free Baby Quilt Patterns
Having a baby is a special time, and there’s nothing more special than making a quilt for your new arrival. Not only does it show your love, but it’s a thoughtful and practical gift that can be passed down for … 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 ...
5 Fabulous Churn Dash Quilt Patterns
Churn Dash quilts are a classic and timeless quilting pattern that has been around for centuries. This versatile block pattern is created by piecing together several fabric squares and triangles to create a series of interlocking diamonds. With its simple … 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 Machine Quilt Meandering Flowers
Here is a lovely machine quilting tutorial from the wonderful Lori Kennedy. I have brought you many of her other tutorials and this one just brings a smile to my face.
Many quilts look lovely with a quilted floral … Read More ...
How to Make a Beginner Squares Quilt
It is hip to be square right? Well it definitely is with this striking beginner quilt pattern from Suzy Quilts. The simple square pack a striking graphic punch with the fabrics used.
The downloadable pattern is professional looking and … Read More ...
How to Make a Round Christmas Mug Rug
Festive and fun, this adorable round mug rug from My Retired Life on the Prairie is a must-make for the holidays. Just look at how pretty it is. It even has pockets for those Christmas treats.
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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 ...