Do you, or someone you know, has a baby boy on the way? A handmade quilt is one of the sweetest and most cherished gifts a baby can be given. That’s why I’ve gathered 17 adorable baby quilt patterns for boys. This quilt pattern collection is perfect for beginner quilters and is much less daunting … Read more
Have you ever been on a road trip in rural America and glance up at an old, dilapidated barn that has a brightly painted quilt block on the front of it? Why would someone take the time to put something like that upon a barn that looks like it’s about to fall over, right? This … Read more
I don’t know about you, but one of my favorite things about quilting is the community — the large, friendly community. Many different types of people enjoy quilting, and quilt blogs make it possible for quilters to come together and talk about their experiences, as well as give each other useful tips. Quilting bloggers often … Read more
As a new quilter, you will find a large assortment of tools that must be purchased to complete your first quilt project. One of the tools most often used, besides the sewing machine, is the rotary cutter. Originally invented for the garment industry, this handy tool became a staple at every quilters cutting table during … Read more
Are you looking for a new quilting technique to try out? Something simple to learn but still a lot of fun to do? We recommend quilt-as-you-go quilting! We’ll answer all your questions about what “quilt-as-you-go” is and how to do it for your next quilting project. Then let’s look at 15 gorgeous examples of easy … Read more
As a quilter, you’re probably constantly searching for your next quilt project, right? There are so many beautiful patterns, but how do you choose? Let’s say you have some gorgeous fabric that features a large print. Many patterns want you to cut small pieces to create intricate blocks, but what if you want the fabric … Read more
There comes a time in every new quilters’ life where they need to make the transition from the kitchen table to a quilting table. Aside from the fact that the kitchen table will never do a good job containing all our sewing supplies, it does not provide comfortable support for our bodies. Long periods of … Read more
Beginner quilt patterns are easy to find online these days, and the chandelier quilt pattern is one of those simple quilt patterns that are perfect for beginners. Chandelier quilts are a great combination of simple and modern design elements. In this post, we will go over what makes this pattern unique and how to make … Read more
When you have graduated from novice to advanced in your sewing endeavors, you probably are tempted to purchase a new advanced sewing machine. That hand-me-down sewing machine your mom or friend gave you was great for learning how to sew and quilt, but now it’s your turn to choose the perfect one for you. This … Read more
As working moms who also juggle homeschooling, we’re constantly searching for that elusive formula to balance our bustling lives. It’s easy to shrug off the time we wake up as a minor detail in our jam-packed days. After all, not everyone is wired to be up with the dawn. Yet, it’s hard to ignore the…