The first layer is the top fabric or quilt top, insulating material or batting, and backing material. However, different styles have been adopted over the years. Today, I will talk about block quilt and how to make it. If you’re interested in learning how to make a block quilt, keep ...
quilts, and even fit in apartment-sized spaces. The large frames eliminate basting the quilt and provide a very large working area. With either type of frame, the operator moves the machine by holding attached handles. The trolley allows the machine to glide freely in any direction. The ...
Learning how to make a simple quilt by hand is truly a lot easier than you may think. And once you have the basic quilting instructions down, it's just a matter of repeating the process. So, if you're looking for quilting for beginners-type directions, this is for you!
Learnhow to make a puff quiltwith our collection of 15 free patterns with step-by-step instructions and tips. These quilts offer warmth and comfort, with the charming textured design of puffs that add an extra layer of coziness. From the rich tapestry of their history to the modern approach...
Learn how to make a quilt from start to finish. Including a lot of information on where to start if you’re a beginning quilter and resources for beginning quilters If you’ve wanted to learn how to quilt, but didn’t know where to start, I hope that today’s article helps you out...
To start sewing with zippers, you'll need to know some basics about zippers, so first, here's a short introduction. Then the steps to sew a zipper - the easiest way I can do it! And after that, tons of tips and hacks and ways to make your zipper sewing easier and your zipper pou...
If you’re looking for project ideas for all the blocks in our Quilt Block Pattern series, check out our article on “What to make with leftover quilt blocks.“ Economy Quilt Block Pattern; 12 inch Block Melissa Mortenson A free pattern for a 12 inch finished Economy quilt block. ...
Inside: How to Square Up a Quilt Did you know that the quilting process can make your perfectly pieced quilt top un-square? This happens because quilting can stretch a quilt out of being square. This tutorial will teach you how to square up a quilt. True confession here. My very first ...
Backing:the bottom part of the quilt, typically made of one solid piece of fabric. Most times this fabric is white - I like to use sheets for this! Batting:the cushy middle of a quilt - can be made from cotton, polyester or wool. Typically bought according to the size of the quilt ...
I want to make my strips wider to make it look like sashing between the blocks. How do I do that? Honestly, I'm still working out a good method for that. The benefit of the method I've taught here in the video is the edges of the quilt are butting up against one another inside...