Master the Art of Attaching Binding Tape to Your Quilts

Join quilting designer Ashley Nickels in our comprehensive class on how to attach binding tape to your quilts. With 554 rave reviews, this class is a must for quilters of all levels!

In just 13 minutes and 19 seconds, Ashley will guide you through the traditional method of attaching binding tape to your quilt, covering every step from start to finish. You’ll learn how to:

Pin the binding to the quilt sandwich effectively
Attach the binding using the walking foot on your sewing machine for professional results
Create perfectly mitered corners for a polished look
Seamlessly join the ends of the binding tape
Finish with a hand-sewn blind stitch for a clean and professional finish

Ashley’s clear and concise instruction makes this fundamental quilting technique easy to master. Plus, with the ability to access the video lesson anytime, anywhere, you can learn at your own pace and revisit key steps as needed.

But don’t just take our word for it! Here’s what some of their satisfied students had to say:

“Very understandable.” – Reba Knowles

“Loved the ‘flip the flap’ technique and the blind stitch.” – Stacy Anderson

“I’m going to watch again and again when I bind my quilts. Great guidance!” – Elizabeth Franklin

So, whether you’re a beginner looking to hone your skills or an experienced quilter seeking to refine your technique, this class has something to offer everyone. Enroll now and elevate your quilting projects with beautifully finished binding tape!

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Some fabric collections feel pretty, some feel useful, and then there are those rare ones that instantly spark a dozen ideas the moment you see them. The In the Garden Layer Cake from Fat Quarter Shop falls firmly into that last category. From the moment I opened the pack, it felt like stepping into a watercolor garden—soft, romantic, full of movement, and brimming with detail that invites you to slow down and really look.

This collection brings together an elegant mix of florals, garden motifs, and soothing color palettes that feel like they were created for spring quilting. Instead of loud novelty prints, the designer chose a gentle balance of botanical sketches, scattered blossoms, tiny seed patterns, and larger feature florals that work beautifully in both traditional and modern layouts.

What struck me most is how thoughtfully the color stories are arranged. Each print blends seamlessly into the next, giving you a spectrum that includes soft rose pinks, leafy greens, lavender tones, fresh sky blues, rich corals, and delicate neutrals. It’s the kind of palette that instantly feels “quilty” in the best way—inviting, calm, and incredibly easy to mix and match. You can tell the designer planned this for maximum versatility.

Layer cakes are one of the most beginner-friendly precuts, but this collection elevates them with a sense of sophistication. The prints are strong enough to shine in simple patterns, but subtle enough to support more complex designs. Whether you prefer classic half-square triangles, framed squares, modern grid quilts, or something scrappier, this fabric adapts beautifully. It’s also a wonderful choice for table runners, spring wall hangings, and even quilted bags or home décor projects.

One of the nicest surprises with this layer cake is how it manages to feel seasonal without becoming locked into one particular holiday or theme. While the palette is undeniably perfect for spring, the prints themselves are timeless enough to work year-round. A floral quilt made from this collection would look just as lovely on a summer sunroom sofa as it would draped over a guest bed in winter.

The fabric quality is exactly what you’d expect from Fat Quarter Shop—crisp, clean cuts, vibrant printing, and a smooth hand that makes piecing feel effortless. Nothing is too thin or too stiff, and the colors are even more beautiful in person than they appear online.

If you enjoy sewing projects that feel light, fresh, and inspired by nature, In the Garden is a collection worth adding to your stash. It has all the qualities quilters look for: balance, versatility, gentle movement, and that spark of creativity that makes you want to start a project immediately. Whether you’re planning a gift quilt, treating yourself to a new spring project, or simply building your fabric library with a set of prints that will play nicely with others, this layer cake is a thoughtful and inspiring choice.

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