Renowned quilter Pat Sloan will be offering a free quilt-along on her blog this month. What a great idea!
Visit Pat’s blog, sign up for her newsletter to get the details, then get ready to quilt along with the other … Read More ...
Speciatly Rulers For Rotary Cutting
I love speciality rulers for my quilting projects. I’m a bit of a notion nut. If you are, too, check out this Curved Corner Cutter ruler
from Creative Grids.
It never … Read More ...
It’s Not Too Early To Think About Halloween
The Chinese Lantern quilt block is a versatile design element. And it’s darn cute, too. Imagine the possibilities, all decked out in pumpkin fabric.
Why not start planning your Halloween quilting projects with this block? A few blocks would make … Read More ...
From Copping To Quilting
People come to quilting through many different avenues. However, this is the first time I’ve heard of a cop turned quilt shop owner.
Read the rest of this story here.
[tags]quilting, quilt shop[/tags]… Read More ...
Student Spearheads Quilting Project
Charitable sewing by students is a wonderful quilt project that benefits many in the Reno area.
From the Reno Gazette Journal:
Galena High School junior Christi Mannos, 16, leads a group called Comfort Quilts, which makes quilts and delivers them … Read More ...
Add Cording To Your Quilts
Allison Ann Aller shows us a creative and easy way to add color to our quilt projects with cording. Allison has come up with a most creative application and I can see using this on lots of projects.
Look at … Read More ...
Quilt Exhibits in Washington State This Fall
Evolution of the Art Quilt
September 15 through December 9, 2007
A juried art quilt show that examines how artists’ works have evolved with time and experience.
Washington’s Historic Quilts
September 15 through December 9, 2007
A small exhibition with … Read More ...
Fabric Calculator Makes For Easy Math
Di Mill introduces us to the wonderful Fabricalc, fabric calculator on her blog.
This is the best tool for calculating how much fabric you need for a project or how many half square triangles you will get out of a … Read More ...
Quilts Of Valor
If you are looking for a great way to make a contribution through your quilting skills, take a few minutes to learn more about the Quilts of Valor Foundation.
From Appen Newspapers:
‘The Quilts of Valor Foundation, an organization out … Read More ...
Quilts Are More Than Just Bed Covers
Quilts are more than just something to cover a bed. Stitched with love, quilting brings people together during the process and long after.
From the article:
The heritage of quilting and their connection within the community make them a unique … Read More ...
Create A Perfect Yo-Yo Every Time
Yo-yos seem to be the talk of the town lately. They’re so cute, versatile and easy to make. And, my goodness, you can use them in so many ways. Or, just make some and play with them.
The new Quick … Read More ...
Shop Online For Your Next Quilt Project
Finding your next quilt project has never been easier. Why not shop online to get your creative juices flowing and find your next new love.
Quilter’s Warehouse offers thousands of quilt patterns and other products from hundreds of vendors.
Add Hand Embroidery To Your Quilt Projects
Adding a few basic stitches to your hand embroidery repertoire is a wonderful way to expand your quilting projects.
The blog In A Minute Ago has a wonderful program of hand stitches called ‘Take A Stitch Tuesday’. Each Tuesday, Sharon … Read More ...
Take a Quilt Class Online
Want to take more quilt classes? Who doesn’t! While I certainly recommend finding your local quilt shop for all of your quilty needs, don’t forget to see what is available online.
This is a sample from the ‘Self Expressions’ class … Read More ...
10 Color Lessons For Quilters
Maria Peagler knows color. And she has posted 10 color lessons at her blog to help build your color skills as a quilter.
The quilt shown here is ‘Bejeweled Ndebele Princess’ by Maria. Scrumptious from the get-go!
Start here with … Read More ...