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Your place for crochet, sewing and quilt patterns for beginner to intermediate skill levels. Want a digital pattern? We have those too! Plus tutorials to walk you through how to make each item from start to finish.
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Popular Quilt Blogs to Follow (Best Quilting Websites)
If you’re hunting for the best quilting websites, popular quilt blogs, and…
Best Rotary Cutter for Quilting: Size and Brand
Today’s blog post is all about my new rotary cutter…
Free Maple Leaf Quilt Block Pattern and Tutorial
If you’re looking for a classic quilt block that works…
The Hoodie Scarf: Easy Half Double Crochet Pattern
If you love practical crochet projects that are cute, warm,…
Circle Quilt Block Pattern Made with Acrylic Templates
Looking for an easy circle quilt block pattern that you can use…
The Best Crochet Bag Accessories Every Maker Needs
Crocheting a bag is fun but let’s be honest, the…
Quilting 101
Piecing
Piecing is sewing together fabric pieces to form a quilt top and usually means using a pattern.
Quilting
Quilting is the process of stitching layers of fabric together to create a textured, patterned piece.
Basting
Securing the quilt top, batting, and backing using pins or spray to prepare for quilting.
Binding
Sewing a fabric strip around the edges to enclose raw seams and give it a finished look.
