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 ...
TOP TIP: If you're new to quilting, this guide onhow to make a quilt for beginnersis super helpful. Check it out! How To Make Straight Grain Binding First things first. While you might know the binding can be cut either on the bias or on the grain, this is a tutorial to make as...
Steps to Making a Quilt—By Hand 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...
I have a wall that I left purposely empty in my sewing space for the purpose of using it as a design wall. You wouldn’t think it would make much difference to see all of your quilt blocks laid out in front of you, but it really does make a BIG difference. For some reason, seein...
Making a Barn Quilt The physical construction of a barn quilt is simplicity itself. It is nothing more than a plywood square. Even so, it’s a good idea to make a frame for that square to maintain its structural integrity and flatness. Unsupported plywood can bow and twist somewhat, and ...
People love watching cats hanging out in hammocks, and cats just love being in a hammock. They are so easy to make, so why not make several hammocks to donate to a local animal rescue or shelter?
How to Make a Quick Fabric Tray Choose an old quilt that is hankering for a new life. The quilts I’m using measure about 20 inches by 20 inches. Fold the quilt with the right sides together at each corner. Stitch across the folded quilt at about 3 inches from where the sides meet...
We'll make marks from the border towards the middle: Mark 1 ⅜" (3.5 cm) from all 4 straight folds (non-diagonal ones). Cut with the scissors up to this point on each crease. Step 5 - Fold Fold the paper on each side of the incision towards the corner forming a point. Repeat ...
Half square triangles are used to make corner triangles for a quiltwhen quilt blocks are sewn on point. How to Cut Quarter Square Triangles Quarter-square triangles look exactly like half square triangles, but they're very different. The fabric's straight grain runs parallel to the longest edge...
Whether you are making origami, paper airplanes, jewelry or sewing a quilt, arts and crafts is a great way to express your creativity. Watch how-to videos about scrapbooking, embroidery, knitting, paper craft, origami, and much more. Knit a keyhole in