Do you know a group of people who would like to form a quilt guild? Perhaps you are interested in converting your existing informal quilting bee as a formal guild. It’s a bit of work, but worth it in the end! Start by contacting an existing guild and asking them for a copy of the...
These quilting bees or sewing circles were the highlight of the week as old friends gathered and new friends were made. It’s a great thing to reinstate if you don’t have a fiber arts guild in your area. Here are a few pointers on how to get one started! Who, What, Where & ...
a quilt label is a piece of fabric with information about the quilt and the maker attached to the back of the quilt. I like to say there are no real rules in quilting and that certainly applies to quilt labeling as well. Make your label the way you want, put whatever you want on th...
Stop into Congress Park’sRosy Rings Studionot only to cross a few people off your holiday gift-buying list, but also to learn how to make some of their home decor yourself. Classes for creating candles, fall wreaths, and sachets start at $75. And don’t leave without arranging a bouque...
When designing your home, consider using unconventional textiles like embroidery and quilts to create a statement art piece. Displaying an heirloom quilt, for example, is sure to turn heads and start conversations. Quilts are not only beautiful works of art, but they also tell stories that refl...
Don’t overlook the American Sewing Guild for donating fabrics. I’m a member and we use all kinds of fleece, knits and cottons for chemo caps. We use quilting cottons to make pillowcases for children’s hospitals. (The little patients get to keep the pillowcases) We have been using cot...