Precut fabrics are one of my favorite items to look at when I go to a fabric shop. They are well-thought-out assortments from different designer collections and can be used in a wide variety of ways when quilting. One of the most popular precut sizes is the charm pack. Today, I’ll explain what charm packs … Read more
Have you been thinking about creating your first king-size quilt, but you’re unsure what pattern to choose? There are SO many quilt patterns out there; it can be hard to decide which one you want to make. Since we have a vast range of king-size quilt patterns to choose from, I thought it would be … Read more
As a beginner quilter, all the gizmos and gadgets can be overwhelming and, frankly, confusing. Do I need all these templates? How many different kinds of pins could I possibly need? Do I purchase a bunch of patterns, or do I make my own? I remember asking myself these questions when I decided to attempt … Read more
A quilter’s frame may not be a necessary tool for every quilter, but if you plan to do a lot of hand quilting, it may be a good idea to invest in a quilt frame. Sure, you can find pre-made frames online, but let’s be honest, most of us quilters like to do as many … Read more
Are you a beginner quilter searching for patterns that don’t necessarily look like simple quilt patterns? When I was a beginner, I wanted to hurry up and learn the basics so I could make the more complicated, “fancy” quilt patterns. You know which ones I’m talking about. The quilt patterns where you have to take … Read more
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
For many of us quilters, sometimes we want a beautiful quilt pattern that won’t take forever to make. So how do we search for a pattern that will look amazing and be a simple construction? My answer: easy strip quilt patterns. Pattern designers write patterns that utilize blocks made from fabric strips of varying widths … Read more
Have you ever created a few quilt blocks and thought, “These just need a little something extra, but what?” I know I have, and one of my favorite things to do is add sashing to my quilt blocks. In this post, I’ll teach you why sashing can be helpful and how to add it to … Read more
Did you know there is a difference between a lap quilt and a throw quilt? When I first started creating quilts for other people, I thought they were basically the same thing. However, I quickly found out that they are different sizes entirely. Today, we will focus on the different attributes of lap quilts, such … 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