Category Archives: Miscellaneous
Quilted Gift Ideas for Christmas, Babies, Birthdays and Other Occasions Quilted gifts offer lots of benefits for both the giver and the recipient alike. The recipient can rest assured that the gift was designed specifically with her in mind. And … Continue reading
The right quilting ruler is vital for accuracy, and quilters are known for precision in measuring, cutting and stitching. There are hundreds of quilting ruler types and sizes on the market, but what does one look for when purchasing these … Continue reading
Piecing curved seems can intimidate quilters. For this reason, the New York Beauty is a classic, but often underutilized, quilt block. Fear not — in this technique article, I break down piecing curved seams, and applique that simulates the look … Continue reading
Fabric panels are so versatile. A fabric panel plus imagination equals a great quilt. It is so easy to fall in love with a magnificent fabric panel. Who can resist an animal grouping or a beautiful floral? Fabric panels are … Continue reading
When it comes to half-square triangles, many quilters today are familiar with paper products for making them. These products are quick and easy ways to make very accurate triangles, but the biggest drawback when using them is that you have … Continue reading
What are storybook quilts and why are they so special? Let’s take a step back first and talk about quilts and books. They both things that are placed on laps. Both have a way of transporting us, as if by … Continue reading
Machine applique is often the quick-and-easy sister of hand applique. There is just one dirty little secret– it’s only quick and easy if you know what to do! There are so many tools, products and techniques available that it is … Continue reading
Do Copic markers and quilt projects really work well? The answer is, yes! And here’s why. Sometimes you just can’t find the perfect fabric when working on an applique quilt. No matter how hard you try and no matter how … Continue reading
Embellish your quilts and other projects with fabric flowers to make the design your own. Fabric flowers have been a trend in the quilting world in recent years. We’ve seen fabric flowers everywhere — from quilted purses and totes to … Continue reading
Have you ever been blown away at the intricacy and beauty of a quilt made with half-square triangles (HSTs)? Whether they are large or small triangles, few or many, they look amazing. Now, you can do this too! There are … Continue reading