Ever wonder what to do with leftover batting? Made by ChrissieD has a thrifty solution that does not limit their uses to mug rugs and other tiny quilt projects. Sew them together to make a batting sheet. Brilliant! Get the … Read More...
Tutorial: Ms. Elaineous’s crazy quilt block
If you’ve put off learning to quilt with worries over precision, listen up. Bia of Ms. Elaineous had the same fears but saw some hope with the crazy quilt style. She explains,
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Quick quilt for baby
Need a gift for baby but your time is limited? Lindsay of Craft Buds said her triangles quilt takes only one evening to piece together. It’s simple, yet stunning! She shows you how with lots of great photos and step-by-step … Read More...
Tutorial: Out the Door Charm Quilt
Cindy of Tops to Treasures shares her recipe at the Moda Bake Shop for this text quilt. Made with her three sons in mind as they leave the house, the words are so sweet. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Sewing Machine Cover
No winter doldrums here. Susie of Susie’s Sunroom shares on her blog step-by-step instructions for making a sewing machine cover that is sure to brighten your sewing space. Her rows of HSTs pop against the yellow polka dot fabric. She … Read More...
Tutorial: Wonky House Quilt Block
Jacquelynne of The Noble Wife shares on her blog, step-by-step with lots of great photos, how to make this wonky house block. She builds her house with a log cabin base. Finishing at 12 inches, it’s a good size for … Read More...
Patchwork pillow cover for baby
Tracey of thrift. nest. sew. used a tutorial she found over at A Load Of Craft to make her patchwork version of a baby feeding pillow cover. She used the fabric line Oh Deer! by Moda for the top, and … Read More...
Tutorial: Finishing a Dresden Plate
Look at how Vanessa of V and Co. finished this Dresden Plate – with a flower. So cute! She shares on her blog other ways to finish the middle plus how to applique your Dresden Plate onto your ground fabric. … Read More...
Tutorial: Pocket pillow for Valentine’s Day
Nanny of Nannynotes2u made this crazy patchwork heart pillow (cushion) with a pocket to hold a message for your Valentine. You can see in the photo where she embroidered ‘Bella’ on a small heart, telling the recipient she’s beautiful. She … Read More...
Tutorial: Sweetheart quilt block
Lindsay of LRStitched did a guest post at Sew Mama Sew! today showing how to make a pieced heart block. The block showcases the fabric line “New Leaf” by Daisy Janie and can be finished as a mini quilt, shown. … Read More...
Tutorial: L.O.V.E. mini quilt sampler
Love is in the air or at least on your wall with this sweet L.O.V.E mini quilt by Cindy of Tops to Treasures. She shares how to make one at the Moda Bake Shop. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Quilted French press coffee cozy
Mandi of Making Nice shares how and why she made this handsome quilted cozy. Get the scoop and the tutorial.
Mandi’s tutorial on Making Nice showcases a charming quilted cozy designed specifically for French press coffee enthusiasts. With a … Read More...
Tutorial: Weymouth picnic blanket
Jo of A Life of Lists is a guest at Lily’s Quilts showing how to make this Summer Olympics inspired picnic blanket, the Weymouth. A pieced yellow gingham boat makes the front, with red gingham for the back and strap. … Read More...
Tutorial: Shamrock quilt block at GenQ
Sarah Fielke (The Last Piece and SEWN) shares how to make this festive block over at Gen Q Magazine. How nice, a green shamrock to honor St. Patrick’s Day, almost here. Get the tutorial.
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Quilt-Along: Cog + Wheel
Tyra from Silver Lily Likes to Sew is hosting a Quilt-Along for the quilt pattern Cog + Wheel designed by Denyse Schmidt. Go to Part One to get started.
Tutorial: 1+2 quilt
Anorina from Samelia’s Mum shows how she made this twin sized bed quilt using the 1 + 2 method: 1 layer cake and 2 yards. It’s a perfect project for beginners. Get the tute.
Tutorial: From jpeg to quilt top
Devon from Miss Make created this fabulous Rush quilt for a fan of the band. She achieved a photo mosaic effect using Photoshop. Brilliant! Make your own quilt top from a jpeg. Go to the tutorial.
DIY: Tahitian Tifaifai applique quilt
Learn how to make a Tahitian Tifaifai applique quilt at Quilting, Patchwork and Applique. Go to the tutorial.
Tutorial: Pretty fabric ironing board cover
If you sew or quilt you spend a significant amount of time standing in front of an ironing board. Lara from How Does She? got tired of staring at her ironing board cover, what with the rusty-brown stains. She got … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy Tile block
Lynne from Lily’s Quilts shows how she got a scrappy tile look in her Rainbow Tree block, shown. This tree rocks! Click HERE to get the tutorial.