As quilting beginners, when you begin to buy your materials for your quilting projects, you’ll encounter a handful of different types of batting to choose from. Feeling overwhelmed? Don’t be. We’ve got your back! Our helpful guide to the different types of quilt batting is a fantastic reference to keep on hand before your next ...
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Hand-tying a quilt is both a traditional and creative finishing technique that serves several purposes and appeals to quilters for various reasons. It is a versatile technique that appeals to a wide range of quilters, from beginners to experienced, allowing them to create beautiful, functional quilts.
Hand-tying a quilt is a very straightforward and an accessible ...
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Hello again, thrifty sewists and quilters! We know how much our readers enjoy our Thrifty Sewist’s Guide series, which is why we’re so excited to share our budget-friendly guide to finding and buying sewing and quilting books. If you love flipping through the glossy pages of a new pattern book but hate spending a fortune ...
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If you go through the box of things which came with your sewing machine, you just may spot a walking or dual feed foot amongst the collection. The point of the walking foot is that it has its own feed dogs so the layers of fabric all move smoothly through at roughly the same time. ...
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There’s no denying that quilts are works of art, and like any other work of art, they require special care to keep them preserved for future generations to enjoy. So much work, detail, and skill go into creating a quilt, which is why we’re here to guide you on how to store your quilts and ...
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Upcycle your tired old t-shirts into a soft and cuddly t-shirt quilt or pillow! T-shirt quilts are great projects for beginner quilters, not only due to their use of recycled fabric but because of their simple square blocks and easy-to-follow instructions. Quilt designer Marie Segares is showing you how to make a t-shirt quilt with ...
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Jump into your first quilting project by learning what essential quilting tools you need with this video from Marie Segares. In this month’s video spotlight, Marie gives you a glimpse into her quilting toolbox, so that you can see what common quilting notions beginner quilters require. You’ll learn what cutting tools will help you get ...
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This month, we’re shining the spotlight on one of our handy quilting videos from designer Marie Segares! If you’re new to quilting, you might be wondering what essential skills you need to master when creating your first block. In this video, Marie covers everything from the basic pressing tools you need combat wrinkles and creases ...
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