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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 Finish a Quilt: Basting, Backing, Quilting, Binding
If you’re wondering how to finish a quilt without turning…
How to Make a Quilt Look More Modern
If you’ve ever finished a quilt top and thought “why…
Modern Sisters Choice Quilt Pattern
If you want a quilt that looks classic but still…
Best Fabric for Quilting: Solids vs Prints
If you are trying to figure out the best fabric…
Choosing the Perfect Thread Color for Quilting
Choosing the perfect thread color for quilting doesn’t have to…
Ohio Star Quilt Pattern (Large Modern Layout)
This Ohio Star Quilt Pattern uses oversized blocks set on point with…
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.
