Despite what some people may tell you, there’s no right or wrong way to repair an old quilt. Some methods may be more appropriate than others, but it comes down to personal preference and your sewing and quilting capabilities. Repairing an old quilt can be a long and tedious process, depending on the amount of …
Quilting Basics
Whether you are an experienced quilter or if you’re new to quilting, you’ve probably heard the term “quilt batting” or just “batting.” But what exactly is “batting”? What exactly is it for? And what type of material do you need for batting? Well, look no further. Here is a little guide to help you find …
Would you like to give your fabric a natural vintage look? Well, tea staining is the best all-natural fabric dying method that will transform your material into a rich vintage colour. Tea staining can be a fun DIY project that you will enjoy, and not to mention an inexpensive way to naturally dye your fabric …
Before you begin the long and careful quilting process, we now have several ways to complete a project in a skilled and timely manner. Doing everything by hand is no longer your only option! Now you can use a longarm sewing machine to stitch together your finished quilting tops. What is Longarm Quilting? Longarm quilting …
Free motion quilting or FMQ can be so overwhelming to master on our sewing machine. Hence, we gather some tips that will help us get through and better understand freehand quilting. Free Motion Quilting Basics Essential supplies Top 5 Free Motion Quilting Essential Items – The Little Mushroom Cap Free Motion Quilting Basics: Supplies – …
Are you looking for a new hobby or a creative outlet? Quilting might be just what you need. Creating a quilt requires patience, attention to detail, and a love for crafting. In this article, we’ll provide you with simple techniques to master quilting basics. From choosing your fabric to creating your first quilt, we’ve got …
Basting is the process when you create a quilt sandwich with your Quilt Top, Batting, and Backing, to prepare for the Quilting step. There are many different basting techniques, and it takes trial and error to find the method you really prefer. Pin Basting This method uses basting pins, which are like safety pins all …
Organizing your yard goods and sewing supplies can be a tough thing to do, especially if you don’t have a spare room designated for it. Don’t you worry, we are here to help you. Like everyone said, “An organized room will give you peace of mind.” Tip # 1 Go Vertical Make the most of …
The thought of walking inside the Quilt Shop sometimes gives me fabric overload. The different vibrant colors and designs while scanning from right to left can be overwhelming and sometimes it’s hard for me to decide which fabric to buy. Luckily, I found some helpful tips on how to choose the best fabric for a …
” I AM SO EXCITED TO BEGIN USING MY NEW FEET! I WOULD ONLY SUGGEST THAT YOU INCLUDE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO USE EACH ONE. – KLEIN K. “ If you’d like to take your own sewing skills and craftsmanship to another level of greatness, then this easy-to-use complete set of handy ‘Snap-On’ presser feet …