FickleFabrics has a great preview feature that allows quilters to load a pattern to a digital design board/wall, and then to easily swap out the fabrics in that pattern with fabric from their own stash.
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Product Review – Olfa True Blue Splash Collection
OLFA Introduces “True Blue” Color Collection in its Splash Rotary Cutting Tools Line
The new options include a Navy Blue rotary cutter, a Pacific Blue deluxe handle rotary cutter and Navy Blue cutting mats in three different sizes
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Summer quilt patterns you’ll love
Quilts may not immediately come to mind when you think about summer sewing, but the summer months are filled with inspiration for beautiful quilt designs! Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a curated list of quilt tutorials and patterns that are … Read More...
6 Quilting Patterns For Beginners
I am so excited to share these quilt tutorials with you. We are always being asked to share patterns for beginners or those who just want a mindless easy project to pass away the days. These quilts are all suitable … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Quilted patchwork pillow
If you like patchwork but don’t want to tackle a project as large as a quilt, a pillow is a good project for you. You can play with fabrics and patchwork on a small project you can make in a … Read More...
Orphan Block – Quilted Camp Chair Bag
This Orphan block project is actually very creative and a practical project. A camp chair bag is perfect for sporting events too. Now that I am a soccer mom it would be great to have all my random bits and … Read More...
Free Quilt Pattern – Spring Table Runner
This quilting pattern is for a Hello Spring Table Mat. You can see the full quilting tutorial here. Spring is such a fun time for crafting with all it’s bright color combinations and of course flowers.
16 Disappearing 9 Block Quilting Patterns
As a quilter, I’m always on the lookout for new patterns and ideas to add to my collection. That’s why I was so excited to put together this roundup of the best disappearing 9 block patterns that are not only … Read More...
Quilt Block Pattern – Darth Vader
With May the 4th (may the force) just around the corner it is no wonder we got a request for a Free Star Wars Block Pattern. When a reader makes a quilting request we do our best to try and … Read More...
16 Sensational Half Square Triangle Quilt Patterns
The half square triangle is often overlooked when it comes to being a quilt block, but it really is one of the most versatile ones out there. This roundup shows you 16 different quilting pattern layouts that feature the 1/2 … Read More...
10 Quilt Inspired Crafts
So you love quilting but you don’t always want to sew fabric right? Check out these amazingly fun Quilting inspired crafts and home decor projects. Such a nice way to add Quilting crafts to your home. All of these crafts … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Make a quilt from vintage handkerchiefs
Vintage handkerchiefs are so charming! It can be hard to know exactly what to do with them, though. Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can use them to create a beautiful quilt. Each block features a different vintage … Read More...
Cricut Quilted Pot Holder Tutorial
This Cricut tutorial shows you how to make a quilted style pot holder or pot mat.
Supplies
- 5 pieces of fabric 10×3; in two to three different colors*
- 1 piece of fabric 10×6
- 1/3 yard floral fabric
- 1/3 yard
Sewing pattern: Mini barn star quilt
Don’t have time or space for a barn quilt? This small fabric version is a good substitute, and is made entirely with half square triangles! Staci from Crafty Staci has a tutorial showing how you can make it. Finished dimenions … Read More...
Autumn Leaves Fabric Scrap Table Runner
This is a quick and easy quilting project for fun fall table topper and it’s perfect for quilters who always have plenty of fabric scraps to use. You can see the full tutorial here.
Sewing pattern: Striped heart mini quilt or table topper
This little quilt is a great size to use as a wall hanging, table topper, or placemat. The heart makes it nice for Valentine’s Day, but could really be used any time of the year! Staci from Crafty Staci has … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Binding scalloped edges
I loooove the scalloped edges on this placemat! The scallops lend a sweet vintage charm and the contrast of the binding really shows them off. Deonn from Quiltscapes has a tutorial showing how to finish scalloped edges with bias binding. … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Scandi patchwork pillow cover
This Scandi style pillow makes a pretty accent for any room in your house! It looks like such a fun project. Sedef Imer from Down Grapevine Lane has a guest post at Diary of a Quilter with a tutorial showing … Read More...
Quilting Project Log Cabin Pin Cushion
Have a few spare hours and perhaps some Fabric scraps? Well, check out this mini pincushion tutorial. This DIY quilting tutorial uses a log cabin layout to make a triangular pin cushion. A very cute design and a great gift … Read More...
Tutorial Prairie Point Star Ornament
This Prairie Point Star Ornament tutorial is for a Christmas Tree Ornament or decoration. I think I would skip the blue fabric for more festive colors but that is entirely up to you and your quilting decor. This Quilting tutorial … Read More...