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Don’t You Love A Quilted Bag? 27 Quilted Tote Bag Patterns You Can’t Miss

As a quilter, you are continually thinking, “What else can I make using my quilting skills?” I know I do! 

Being a quilter is a way of life for many of us, and once we figure out the basic skills of quilting, we’re ready to take on all kinds of projects. 

Today, we’ll focus on quilted tote bags because who doesn’t need just one more tote bag to carry the necessities? 

We’ve gathered an exciting assortment of tote bag patterns for you to check out, so let’s dive in.

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A Beginner’s Guide To Using Quilting Stencils

So you’ve just finished constructing a beautiful quilt top that took many hours, and now you need to quilt it. 

But what do you do?

Instead of sending it off to a longarm service or doing basic straight-line quilting, you want to do some unique decorative designs. But how? 

This post will cover a fun, unique way to add gorgeous free motion-like stitching to your quilts.

I’ll teach you the simple steps to accomplish the stitches and show you some great choices of quilt stencil patterns. 

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19 Of The Most Popular Jaybird Quilt Patterns On Etsy

Have you ever heard of Jaybird quilt patterns? 

Today, we will take a deep dive into the popular quilt pattern brand and show you our top 19 of their most beautiful and unique quilt patterns.

Not only will we look at a bunch of Jaybird patterns, but I’ll also give a brief history of the company, what they offer, and how it became such a beloved and beginner-friendly quilt pattern company. 

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All About Jelly Roll Race Quilts And 15 Easy Patterns To Try

I love talking about beginner-friendly quilt patterns, and today, I’m super excited to take you with me on a deep dive into jelly roll race quilts. 

This quilt pattern is a fantastic first-time quilt project, plus they’re super fun to make!

Let’s discuss what makes a jelly roll race quilt pattern unique and how to make a jelly roll strip quilt. 

Then we’ll check out 15 excellent examples to show you what this fun and easy quilt pattern is capable of with the right fabric selection and a little creativity. 

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17 Stunning Quilted Wall Hanging Patterns You Must Try

If you asked people where they think a quilt should go, most would say, “On a bed,” or maybe, “In a grandma’s house.”

Most folks don’t think about quilts being anywhere except on a bed to keep you warm during those cold winter months.

But have you considered all the other places you can find quilts or quilted items?

Today, fellow quilters, I’m sharing another excellent way to show off your quilting creativity — without having to make a massive, king-sized quilt.

The perfect way to “show off” your craft is with a wall quilt!

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How To Use A Quilter’s Color Wheel And 7 Excellent Color Wheels For Quilters to Consider

When choosing colors for a quilt, it can be confusing and overwhelming to figure out which colors go great with each other. 

A nifty tool that has been around for centuries has made its way into the quilting community: the color wheel.

Using a color wheel for quilting might seem strange initially, but after reading this post, you will have an excellent grasp of choosing the right shades, tones, and fabric hues for your next quilt project. 

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