Quilting is not just a craft, it’s a way for us to express our creativity and make something beautiful out of leftover fabrics, scraps, and orphan blocks. Try some of these scrappy quilt block ideas for your next quilt. In this blog post, we’ll explore some scrappy quilt ideas featuring easy appliqué hearts. Try some…
Quilt Tutorials
Learn how to quilt with clear and simple tutorials. These guides walk you through the basics and beyond, so you can create quilts you’ll love to show off.
How To Sew Binding on a Quilt
How to sew binding on a quilt, machine binding tutorial. Sharing my tried and true quilt binding process on a sewing machine with you, demonstrating on my Log Cabin On-Point Quilt Pattern. If you are slightly afraid of machine binding, don’t be! With a few tips and your home sewing machine, you’ll be on your…
How to Quilt on a Regular Sewing Machine
How to quilt on a regular sewing machine tutorial. Beginner friendly guide to turn your quilt top into a finished quilt on your own domestic sewing machine. Quilting large quilts can be a daunting task, especially when you’re working with a regular sewing machine. However, with the right techniques and a systematic approach, you can achieve…
How to Baste a Quilt: Beginner Spray Basting Tutorial
Today I’m going to show you how to baste a quilt using the spray basting method. This beginner friendly tutorial has step-by-step instructions on how to baste a quilt on your bed with adhesive spray but any flat surface will work. Let me help you make a quilt sandwich so you can get to quilting…
How To Make Half Square Triangles – Easy Formula Chart
Today we’re diving into the fascinating world of half square triangles (HSTs) – a fundamental building block in quilting. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced quilter, mastering HSTs opens up a world of creative possibilities. In this post, we’ll explore different methods, all simple and foolproof to create perfect half square triangles. Plus there’s…
Pieced Quilt Backing Ideas – Super Simple Backs
Now that you have finished the front of the quilt, let’s talk about the back of the quilt and backing fabric. Making a beautiful quilt is not just about the quilt top, the backing is equally important to complete your masterpiece. If you’re a beginner quilter, you might be looking for super simple pieced quilt…
Best Fabric For Quilting – How to Shop Like a Pro!
As a beginner, stepping into the world of quilting is both exciting and overwhelming, especially when it comes to buying fabric. With so many options available, it’s essential to know how to shop for the best fabric for quilting. In this guide, I’ll break down 4 shopping options and the best quilting fabric to get…
How to Bind a Quilt – Easy Single Fold Binding
How to bind a quilt. Beginner quilt tutorial on how to bind your quilt with single fold binding. Step-by step instructions and pictures for getting your quilt done! Lately I’ve been making mini quilts to create a collage for my wall. This tutorial will show how I attached binding to that project. Because this is…
How To Join Quilt Binding Ends, Beginner Series
How to join quilt binding ends. Step-by-step instructions for beginners. Everything you need to know about quilt binding. Includes how to measure, cut, attach and join the binding ends to finish that quilt. Quilting instructions covering everything you need to know about binding and attaching to your quilt project. Includes fabric amounts, cutting instructions, how…
Quilting Supplies For Beginners (Best Tools To Start)
Quilting supplies for beginners. Here’s a list of the best tools and quilting supplies if you are a beginner quilter. This is real life advice for someone who had never touched a sewing machine before but wanted to make a quilt. Let me start at the beginning of my quilting journey. I got this crazy…