thought to myself, “I bet I can make that!” And that’s exactly what I did. Yet rather than sew moreruffle throw pillowsI decided to make removable quilted velveteen pillow shams for my bed. I skipped using dry-clean only velvet for a washable (and breathable) cotton velveteen. I ...
Learn how to sew a quilt with our easy step-by-step instructions, perfect for beginners and experienced quilters alike. Step 1: Planning Your Quilt The initial stage in quilting is planning your design. Spend some time choosing colors and patterns that evoke emotions or memories. For my quilt...
See how to sew quilt binding: first, how to bind a quilt, a mug rug, a potholder, and how to sew mitered corners. Everything you need to know to make quilt binding corners - the easy way. And the BEST? I added a Quilt Binding Calculator for you - stop guessing and counting, ju...
Then join the rows together to form the blanket top. When joining the rows you can either keep and sew the seam allowances open or keep the seam allowances closed and to either side. Otherwise seam allowances will be thick, along the seams. For the quilt back, you should cut the ...
You don’t have to be an experienced quilter to create this doll quilt. My sewing expertise is garment sewing, yet I was able to easily sew this adorable patchwork quilt for a special little one in my life. The best part? If your squares don’t match up perfectly it’s okay! I won...
There are many scenarios in sewing where you’ll need to sew curves and corners, so that’s where this episode comes in! Filed Under: Brother CS7000i, How To, Learn to Sew in 2020 Tagged With: basic sewing, beginner sewing, how to sew, how to sew corners, how to sew curves, how...
INSIDE: How to Sew the Perfect Quilting Seam Allowance. When piecing a quilt it is a truth universally acknowledged that all seam allowances must be exactly, precisely, and perfectly one-quarter inch. Has This Happened to You? Your 12″ x 12″ quilt block measures 11.5″ x 11.5″ Seamlin...
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A circle is the shape of everything from atoms to stars, enduring the test of time. Skilled quilt artist Heidi Parkes incorporates many hand-sewn fabric circles into her quilts. In this class, she imparts her expertise in appliquéing circles of varying
Fast forward several decades to 2009, and Emily is asking, "Can I sew, too, Mom?" "Can I make something?" "When will I be old enough to get my own sewing machine, Mom?" "When you're 8 years old" came my answer, because that's ...