Want To Learn Edge-to-Edge Quilting? Here’s An Easy Tutorial Plus Designs

When it comes to quilting, the possibilities are endless with what you can do with your sewing machine and some thread.

Whether you like the look of straight-line quilting, edge-to-edge quilting designs, free motion designs, or complex custom quilting, no two quilts will look exactly the same.

In this post, let’s take an in-depth look at the category of edge-to-edge quilting

I’ll share a simple tutorial and some downloadable designs.

You can use the designs with an embroidery machine or as inspiration to do with your sewing machine using free-motion techniques.

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Quilt As You Go Table Runner

Super Simple Quilt As You Go Table Runner Tutorial

As the season changes or during a specific holiday, isn’t it fun to decorate your home with beautiful new decor?

What is something that can immediately change the look of your kitchen, dining room, or living room? A table runner! 

A quilted table runner can instantly transform your chosen room from winter to spring and can be the focal point and inspiration for the rest of your room decor.

In this post, I’m going to show you a simple Quilt As You Go (QAYG) table runner tutorial that will inspire you to make your own for every season and holiday!

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How to Bind a Quilt

A Beginner’s Guide To Binding a Quilt

Don't miss your Free Modern Lone Star Quilt Pattern at the end of this article.

You did it! You quilted your beautiful quilt, and you can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Your quilt edging is the last part of your project.

So how do you conceal your edges?

Prepare yourself for…the dreaded quilt binding.

Actually, I love binding a quilt.

It’s one of my favorite steps and not as intimidating or daunting as some would have you believe.

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baby clothes quilt

How To Make a Baby Clothes Quilt: A Step-By-Step Tutorial

How many parents have a plastic bin or bag stuffed full of their little one’s baby clothes you just couldn’t seem to part with?

It’s safe to say, most, if not all, parents have a stash of tiny clothes, but what good are those clothes if they just sit in a closet for years without even being seen or worn?

We have an excellent idea for those sweet little treasures — make your very own custom baby clothes quilt!

I know, it’s painful to think of cutting them up, but trust me, the end result is SO worth the slight heart panic you feel when you first start cutting into them.

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quilt with squares

How To Make A Simple But Beautiful Quilt With Squares

Today’s post will talk about all things simple patchwork quilts.

We will look at FAQs surrounding patchwork quilts made with squares and how to sew quilt squares together. 

We’re not only going to talk about making a quilt from squares, but I am going to show you step-by-step how to construct a patchwork quilt top using only squares for a simple yet fun project.

Let’s go over some FAQs about patchwork quilts without further ado. 

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8 Of The Best Online Quilting Classes

Quilting is a beautiful form of art, but it can be daunting to try to learn how to quilt on your own and teach yourself the necessary skills.

An excellent option for many individuals, especially in these times of social distancing and lockdowns, is online quilting classes for beginners. 

Also, not everyone can afford personal quilting lessons.

Online quilting classes are generally much less expensive than in-person courses. 

Many of these online programs have videos and tutorials that you can watch an unlimited number of times.

And you’ll have access to all the content, literally, forever. That’s a huge bonus!

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