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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.
Learn to Stitch
What’s New
The Hoodie Scarf: Easy Half Double Crochet Pattern
If you love practical crochet projects that are cute, warm,…
“Iris Stitch” Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern Free
If you’re looking for a soft, airy, and totally beginner…
Can You Make Quilts With a Regular Sewing Machine?
If you are new to quilting and want to know…
Circle Baby Quilt (PDF) – Free Modern Quilt Pattern
Today’s free modern quilt pattern is for the Circle Baby…
How to Wash a Crochet Blanket & Other Crocheted Items
One of the best things about crochet is making beautiful,…
Granny Handbag: Step by Step Crochet Bag Pattern
If you haven’t seen the crochet granny square bag then…
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.
