Autumn of It’s Always Autumn entered this quilt in the So You Think You’re Crafty contest and won. I see why. The way she placed the lights and darks…brilliant! Visit her blog to get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Honeycomb stitch
We’ve all heard the phrase “quilting makes the quilt”. But in this case the maker’s choice of Briar Rose and Cotton Couture stitched in a Honeycomb pattern makes it sing. Ashley’s readers (Film in the Fridge) begged for details, and … Read More ...
Tutorial: Hexie flower quilt blocks
Haley of The Zen of Making is turning sewn hexagons into flowers this week, in part 2 of her English paper piecing series. If you want to learn this technique, get on over to her blog. Get the tutorial.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Swoon houses quilt block
Rachael of Blue Mountain Daisy added some quirky houses to her version of Camille Roskelley’s Swoon block. Clever! She shows you how to do it, get the tutorial.
Accent on Amish Quilt Along at McCall’s
Psst. There’s a FREE video quilt along in progress now over at McCall’s Quilting. The series, Accent on Amish, features 9 lessons, with the last one available in August. They do offer – for a fee – digital … Read More ...
Tutorial: Winter table topper a star
Julie of The Crafty Quilter made this star-shaped table topper as part of her Christmas Once a Month series. Using fabric from the Winter’s Lane collection by Kate and Birdie, she combined patchwork and applique in this handsome project. The … Read More ...
Tutorial: Swirly Pop Coasters
Ooh, I love the monochromatic color scheme of these patchwork coasters made by Jean of Sew Minty. They’re tiny works of art to rest a drink, heaven! Learn how to create your own Swirly Pop Coasters, get the tutorial… Read More ...
Tutorial: Photographing quilts with Maria Elkins
Quilts are notoriously difficult to photograph, yet we quilters understand we should at least document the quilts we make. Maria Elkins thinks anyone can learn to take just good enough photos right at home. Go HERE to learn more.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Rainbow hexagon table runner
So fresh. Check out Cintia’s (My Poppet) rainbow-hued table runner she made from hexagons. She says she pieced those hexies together using a running stitch and whip stitch, whichever she was in the mood to do. That’s my … Read More ...
Tutorial: Summer Breeze quilt
I adore the movement in this quilt made by Julianna of Sewing Under Rainbow. A gift for her young daughter, she explains,
The Summer Breeze quilt was part of Mo Bedell’s booth during Spring Quilt Market in Portland.
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No-slip fabric cutting with pretty mat
Before you read this post I have to admit, I didn’t know what Margie of NannyNotes2U meant when her supply list called for glass paper. So, here you go. Glass paper = sand paper. Who knew! Well, Google did. … Read More ...
Tutorial: Fabric gift bags
Lisa Tilse of The Red Thread did a guest post at Decor 8 sharing how to make these adorable fabric gift bags. Perfect for using up scraps from sewing or quilting projects, get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Quilted cushion with zipper
Chrissie of made by Chrissie D shares on her blog how to make a quilted cushion (aka pillow) with a little something extra, a hidden zipper. This gives such a nice polished finish. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Anorina’s Step in Time Quilt
Anorina of Samelia’s Mum shares how to make this pretty quilt she calls Step in Time. Psst, it was featured in a major quilting magazine in 2012, kudos Anorina! You’ll use precuts to get a head start in piecing, so … Read More ...
Tutorial: Binding a quilt with less bulk
Kim of Lily Patch Quilts shares her method for attaching binding to a quilt that reduces bulk at the completion point. It’s a brilliant idea I’ve not seen anywhere. Techniques like this can take years to learn on your own, … Read More ...