How would you describe your sewing skills? Are you a beginner or advanced? If you are new to sewing and the fun, crafty, and exciting world of quilting, then you might want to consider learning some basic techniques before attempting to sew a quilt – especially if you are interested in machine sewing rather than …
How would you describe your style of quilt making? Are you a free motion or applique kind of person? Or maybe you prefer piecing together blocks of fabric? Whatever your approach, there are some things you should consider before starting your next project. Quilting has become a trendy hobby over the last decade. The craft …
Hanging a quilt on a wall sounds straightforward, but there are many different things to keep in mind. You might want to hang a quilt for decoration purposes, or perhaps your quilt has gotten wet and you need to try it out. Whatever the reason, you’ve come to the right place! In the guide below, …
If you love nothing more than getting crafty and making your own quilts, garments, decorations, and more – then we are sure that you’ll agree with us when we say that sewing machines, quilting items, and all the other various equipment that you need to quilt and sew are already super expensive! This is especially …
Quilting is a great hobby that allows you to express yourself through art. There are many ways to bind your quilt. The most common binding method used for quilts made today is the “overlook” or “French” style binding. This is where the raw edges of the fabric are folded over onto themselves (like a paper …
When it comes to creating unique and beautiful quilts, one of the most important tools is a stencil or template. You can use templates for many different things: you can use them as a pattern guide when cutting fabric; you can use them as an outline for appliquéing; you can even cut out shapes from …
If you are a fan of crafting – you have likely considered quilting as a hobby. But – sometimes all the equipment you need is off putting. This article will guide you through the art of quilting by hand, and show you how simple it can be! Read on to learn everything you need to …
Quilts and coverlets are great because they’re soft, warm, and cozy. They also make you feel safe when you sleep. But, be careful about washing them! Bleeding colors on your quilt may ruin it. Use a color catcher to prevent this problem. In today’s article, we will be discussing various methods on washing quilts. We …
