Quilting has many types; every type is unique and a form of art. One of the most eye-catching types of quilting is collage quilting. This quilting style is often thought to be too tricky or not “traditional enough” by some, but I’m hoping to show you today how fun and exciting it can be, even … Read more
Fall is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to start making spooky and festive Halloween quilts. There are so many possibilities when decorating your home with Halloween quilt projects, and we will explore a bunch of them today! Whether you go “all out” with your Halloween decor or prefer to have just … Read more
Did you know that there is a quilt pattern that symbolizes romance, longevity, and love? The pattern I am talking about is the Double Wedding Ring quilt pattern (DWR), and it is a gorgeous canvas of interwoven rings creating a beautiful quilt top. I want to go over a little history of the wedding quilt, … Read more
The lone star quilt is one of the most recognizable quilt patterns in American quilting history, and with good reason. The sharp 45° angles of the star quilt points are eye-catching and memorable, not to mention the enormous eight-point star is timeless and beautiful. Wanting to keep that timeless and adored silhouette, we have come … Read more
When selecting a quilt pattern, it’s good to know the size of the quilt blocks. One of the most common block sizes quilt pattern designers choose to use is a 12” quilt block. In this post, we will discuss why designers like to use 12” blocks, how many you will need for a full-size quilt, … Read more
You probably know two facts if you have ever heard of the Amish community. The men are excellent woodworkers, and the women are fantastic quilters. They take their skills seriously and have created timeless masterpieces for over 150 years. We will look into the history surrounding Amish quilts, answer your burning questions about Amish quilt … Read more
One of the most popular quilting projects you can undertake, besides a quilt, is a quilted table runner. Quilted table runners are quick and fun projects that aren’t expensive and only take a fraction of the time it takes to make an entire quilt. They’re also an excellent project if you’re new to quilting. You … Read more
Are you searching for effective ways to ensure your kids drink water and stay hydrated this summer? As a busy working mom who homeschools, you know just how challenging it can be to keep your little ones properly hydrated when the temperature rises. We all understand that water is the best way to quench their…
Have you ever sat out on your front porch or somewhere in nature and watched the birds soar and interact with each other? Birds are gorgeous and unique creatures, so we’ve dedicated an entire post on bird quilt patterns. We will look at 13 unbelievably innovative bird quilts to inspire you to think differently about … Read more
Have you been searching for a quick and easy quilt pattern? There are so many to choose from, but we want to show you a pattern that we know you’ll enjoy. Half-square triangle quilts are popular in modern quilting, especially for beginners. We will focus on a particular block called the “broken dish” quilt block. … Read more