
by Kimberly Banks Pajot
Isn’t this fantastic? It’s a polymer clay armadillo created by Kimberly Banks Pajot. It started out as a purse, but instead became a vessel as it grew larger and heavier. Wonderful work, Kimberly!
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by Vikram Goyal
by Kimberly Banks Pajot
Isn’t this fantastic? It’s a polymer clay armadillo created by Kimberly Banks Pajot. It started out as a purse, but instead became a vessel as it grew larger and heavier. Wonderful work, Kimberly!
My first quilting sewing machine was a $50 Black Friday special that literally smoked when I tried to quilt a twin-size top. (RIP, little guy.) After testing 23 machines (and surviving two more meltdowns), I finally cracked the code to finding the perfect beginner quilting machine—without wasting money on features you don’t need yet.
Here’s everything I wish I’d known, including:
The 3 must-have features for beginner quilters (spoiler: automatic needle threader = lifesaver)
5 machines under $500 that actually handle thick quilts
The truth about “quilting mode” (and when it matters)
Pro Tip: Watch for Joann’s 50% off coupons—they work on these!
Pair your new machine with:
My #1 Advice: Practice on placemats first—less pressure than a queen-size masterpiece.