Keri Weichert, Author at Quiltdom

11 Best Quilt Wall Hangers To Display Your Quilt

October 5, 2022September 23, 2022 by Keri Weichert

You deserve recognition for the hours of work that you put into crafting beautiful quilts.

Quilt hangers are the appropriate hardware for proudly displaying your finest projects. They are designed to grip and hold fabric without causing damage.

Once you’ve hung your quilted creations on your walls, you’ll enliven your home decor and generate conversation.

Your display might even inspire someone to learn the quilting hobby.

Let’s explore the best products on the market for showing off your fabric art.

9 Of The Best Self-healing Cutting Mats for Quilters

September 14, 2022September 5, 2022 by Keri Weichert

One of the most utilized tools in the quilters workspace aside from the rotary cutter is the cutting mat.

A quality cutting mat will not only provide a sturdy cutting surface but also self-heal in the process. The composition of the mat should not dull your rotary blade.

Although mats come in a variety of sizes, a new quilter will want to purchase an 18″x 24″ mat to get them started. This size is easily portable for classes and retreats.

9 Best Quilting Ironing Boards For 2023

December 2, 2022September 1, 2022 by Keri Weichert

If you’re a quilter, you’re going to need a good quilting ironing board. And no, that skinny, wobbly board you’ve had for twenty years won’t do the trick.

You’ll need something that works for a large swath of fabric and a heavy finished quilt — something that doesn’t tip over or cause you to trip over yards of material as you’re trying to iron.

Fortunately, there are ironing boards made just for your quilting projects, so don’t skimp on this important piece of equipment.

If you want a quality, beautiful finished product (and we know you do), invest in an ironing board that makes the job easier and safer.

15 Of The Best Sewing Scissors For Quilters

October 3, 2022June 10, 2022 by Keri Weichert

Quilting is a hobby that involves a great deal of fabric cutting.

For that reason, you’ll want to have the best fabric scissors in your tool kit.

When shopping for quilting scissors, hand comfort and blade sharpness are of the utmost importance.

Keep in mind that stainless steel blades offer good rust resistance, but they will not keep a sharp edge for as long as high-carbon steel blades.

High-carbon steel, however, will be at risk of rusting.

19+ Stunningly Beautiful Modern Quilt Patterns

August 16, 2022May 22, 2022 by Keri Weichert

Modern quilt designs are inspiring more quilters to work with new ideas.

The contemporary approach to designing quilts has changed the rules that define traditional patterns.

In their place, modern quilt ideas offer a bold and sometimes playful alternative.

Asymmetry, minimalism, high-contrast features, unusual block arrangements, and negative space can now all come into play when you want to make a quilt with a fresh and modern look.

To introduce you to the possibilities, we’ve hunted down some simple modern quilt patterns.

We love their innovative designs that unlock new levels of creativity.

11 Of The Best Seam Rippers For Quilters

September 15, 2022February 1, 2022 by Keri Weichert

The image of the perfect quilt is in your mind when you start a project.

However, reality will inevitably strike when you’re creating it.

A seam might turn out crooked. You might sew the wrong pieces together.

Whatever the mistake is, ripping out the seam is the only real solution.

Seam rippers, or stitch rippers as they’re also known, are the tool for this job.

You’ll want a good one.

Otherwise, you’ll strain your hand, tear fabric by mistake, or have the tool break in your hand.