This article will be posted to the blog on New Year’s Eve.  I am pretty sure that most of us are going to need a cup of coffee tomorrow morning.  Some of use are probably going to need a lot … Read More...

Have you ever wondered how some quilters seem to get their scrap patchwork quilts to sparkle?  Well, Amy from Diary of a Quilter has five tips to help you out.

Packed full of lovely photos, you will find out all … Read More...

I don’t know about you, but sometimes seatbelts can be irritating on the neck.  Why not try this handy solution from Thermoweb?

You will need to use their special Heat ‘n Bond Fusible Fleece to complete your project.  However, … Read More...

Quilted Bags & Gifts is a beautiful collection of bags, pouches, and accessories designed for quilters who love to create handmade gifts. All 36 projects use basic patchwork and appliqué techniques, so they can be made in a weekend. Readers … Read More...

Take a look at social media and you will see that quilted coats are all the rage right now.  Here is a helpful tutorial from Tamara’s Joy to help you make one for yourself.

What I love about this tutorial … Read More...

Celebrate those chilly winter months with this lovely mini quilt from Lake Girl Quilts.  It is a free pattern over on the website.

If you follow along with the tutorials and links I post, you know that I am … Read More...

All of us are looking for a way to save some money right?  I know I am.  Here are some great tips on quilt backings from Quilty Love to help us out.

She suggests using flannel, and this handy article … Read More...

Looking for a new quilting pattern to finish off your quilt tops?  Here is some striking stitching from Leah Day.  It is called Curved Pinstripes and wow, is it lovely.

It is not always easy to find easy and … Read More...

I fall for a gradient, or ombré, pattern almost every time I see one.  That was definitely the case with this stunning design by Elise Lea for Robert Kaufman Fabrics.  It glows!

The finished quilt measures 64″ x 76″ … Read More...

Relatively easy to do, but packing a wonderful visual punch, Seminole patchwork is a worthy addition to your quilting repertoire.  This tutorial (in two parts) from Geta’s Quilting Studio shows you how to do it.  There is even a free … Read More...

Create scrap blocks like you’ve never seen in this quilting book, Sewing Scrap Blocks With Character

• The ultimate pattern book for quilters seeking fun, whimsical scrap block designs, all with loveable character and charm
• 64 patchwork blocks, each fresh

From well-known quilt design company Laundry Basket Quilts comes this versatile and beautiful quilt pattern.  It can be purchased over on Fat Quarter Shop.

What is unique about this pattern is that there are instructions for three different layouts.  All … Read More...

The moment I saw this absolutely adorable hipster cat quilt from Shwin & Shwin  I knew I had to bring it to you.  Look at those glasses and bow tie!  This pattern just makes me smile.

Measuring 44″ x 44″ … Read More...

One thing I often struggle with when quilting on my domestic sewing machine is avoiding folds and pleats.  This helpful article from The Little Mushroom Cap is a good resource to help out with that issue.

It is so … Read More...

The folks over at Tilda bring us another wonderful quilt pattern that is free.  This one is called Happy Winter Snowman and it is delightful.

Per their website it is suitable for intermediate quilters with a moderate difficulty level.  When … Read More...

If you need to build up your holiday fabric stash then look no further than this gorgeous set of 26 fat quarters from the Fat Quarter Shop.  Wow!  Designed by Me & My Sisters Designs, each one is absolutely darling.… Read More...