March 2025

Corduroy fabric is both stylish and highly functional, making it popular over many decades for clothing and furnishings. It’s known for having a distinctive, visible grain line that can be thick or thin in width. Due to these grooves in the material, corduroy can sometimes be confusing to sew. Let’s discuss some tips for working with it, including the different types and weights of corduroy, how to cut out corduroy pattern pieces, managing sewing with or against the visible grain lines, the correct supplies to use, and more!  READ MORE 

Our editors have dug deep into our archives to share some of our favorite beginner and easy block patterns for quilting newbies. Some of these designs feature classic block patterns that are essential for quilters to have in their arsenal, such as traditional flying geese or pinwheel patterns. We’ve also included some easy-level projects that will help with skill-building, such as a snowman block with simple embroidery and a larger block to let you experiment with different sizes. Plus, if you want to try out all of these patterns, be sure to save this article to your Favorites, so that you can keep it handy whenever inspiration strikes you.  READ MORE