Miriam Ronne, Author at Quiltdom

7 Of The Best Handheld Sewing Machines For Quilters And Sewers

April 19, 2022April 6, 2022 by Miriam Ronne

In the world of portable sewing machines, mini handheld sewing machines represent the smallest category.

You can literally operate the machine with one hand while holding the fabric with the other hand.

They are designed primarily for performing emergency repairs when you are away from home or don’t have a standard sewing machine.

Most of them run on batteries, so you won’t have a cord in your way as you work.

Quilters find them useful at times for quick basting tasks or when teaching a young person about sewing.

21 Exquisite And Inspiring Barn Quilt Patterns To Create A Work Of Art [+Free Printable]

April 19, 2022April 5, 2022 by Miriam Ronne

As a quilter, if you are like me, you are constantly brainstorming for new ideas.

Have you ever considered taking a road trip for inspiration?

If you take a drive through rural America, you are sure to drive past barns that have gorgeous barn quilt designs painted on them.

These huge quilt signs on barns are bound to inspire you not only for your next quilt project but to create your a barn quilt for your home.

We’re sharing 21 barn quilt ideas to motivate you to run down to your local home improvement store and grab the supplies to make your own.

The 23 Best Quilting Blogs On The Web For 2022

April 4, 2022April 1, 2022 by Miriam Ronne

I don’t know about you, but one of my favorite things about quilting is the community — the large, friendly community.

Many different types of people enjoy quilting, and quilt blogs make it possible for quilters to come together and talk about their experiences, as well as give each other useful tips.

Quilting bloggers often share pictures of their work, as they talk about the details of their process with other people who share their interest in quilting.

Are You An Advanced Sewer And Quilter? Here Are The 9 Best Sewing Machines For You

March 24, 2022 by Miriam Ronne

When you have graduated from novice to advanced in your sewing endeavors, you probably are tempted to purchase a new advanced sewing machine.

That hand-me-down sewing machine your mom or friend gave you was great for learning how to sew and quilt, but now it’s your turn to choose the perfect one for you.

This post will show you nine fantastic high-end sewing machines that you can check out and decide if they would be a good fit for you and your needs.

20 Striking Turning Twenty Quilt Patterns

March 23, 2022 by Miriam Ronne

It’s no secret that quilt making is a passion project, and for some projects, it can take over 100 hours to construct the quilt top.

But what if you want to make a beautiful quilt that features gorgeous fabrics that won’t take weeks or months to complete?

Cue the turning 20 quilt pattern, please.

This pattern is perfect for beginners or for someone who has a fabulous fat quarter bundle that they want to use for a quick and easy quilt.

Let’s take a look at this type of pattern, shall we?

13 Sewing Books Every Beginning Quilter And Sewist Must Have In Their Library

March 22, 2022 by Miriam Ronne

When you first start learning the basics of sewing and quilting, attempting to find tutorials or info online can feel a bit overwhelming.

I’ve been there.

Sometimes you just want a physical copy of a book with all the necessary information.

In this post, we will take a look at some of the best sewing books for beginners and talk about what they offer and what makes them unique.