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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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How to Make a Bear Paw Quilt Block (Free Pattern)
In today’s blog post, I’ll show you How to Make…
When to Start a Christmas Quilt: Holiday Quilting Timeline
If you’re planning to make a Christmas quilt this year,…
Free 8 Point Star Quilt Block Tutorial & Pattern
This Eight Point Star Quilt Block Tutorial shows you how…
How to Finish an Unfinished Quilt With Imperfections
Today’s blog post is how to finish an unfinished quilt…
How to Crochet a Pillow With Zipper (Free Pattern)
Learning how to crochet a pillow with zipper is one…
How to Finish a Quilt Without Binding (Fold Over Method)
If you want to know how to finish a quilt…
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.
