Look for good-quality quilting cotton, that’s durable and will hold up over time. I always go through my stash first and try to see what color range I'd like to use. Depending on how much fabric your quilt pattern needs, buy enough fabric to complete your quilt pattern. Don’t for...
NOTE: If you want to cover a French door window like I did, check out exact measurement instructions at the end of this fabric panel quilt tutorial. My fabric panel quilt needed to be 20" wide and 59 ½" tall when finished. Need some help to figure out how much binding, backing, a...
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You don't need a lot of tools to quilt but having everything you need on hand before you start is always a good idea. Be sure you read your pattern entirely, so you know how much and what kind of fabric to purchase. You'll also need backing fabric, thread, binding fabric and batti...
If you want to make a simple block and you’re not sure how much fabric you will need, try to determine the size of each block. After, decide how many blocks you need to make the size quilt you imagined. Yes, it seems difficult if you’ve never done it before. But you can always...
When to Not Wash Fabric or Textile: Fabric that will be used for handbags, home decor, or any item that won’t normally be washed. Quilting:Quilting cotton will be used for quilts. This is a personal choice, but I like to make the quilt with unwashed fabric. Quilt and bind it and...
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Puff quilts differ from traditional quilts by featuring stuffed fabric squares that create a textured, puffy look, while traditional quilts are flat.
It’s amazing how much this small step will change the look of your quilt! You then need to finish them in some way. There are lots of ways to finish a quilt but we have chosen to show you one of the simpler methods to complete a quilt. 2 Cut 4 strips of fabric 2 ½” ...
For a more luxurious feel, consider using minky or fleece. Remember, your quilt, your rules! Gathering Supplies Before diving into the project, make sure you have all necessary supplies on hand. You will need: Fabric for both the top and bottom layers Filling material, such as polyester ...