Fall is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to start making spooky and festive Halloween quilts.
There are so many possibilities when decorating your home with Halloween quilt projects, and we will explore a bunch of them today!
Whether you go “all out” with your Halloween decor or prefer to have just a few spooky pieces, you will surely find something ghoulishly perfect in the collection of Halloween quilt pattern ideas.
Barn quilts are a well-loved tradition in rural areas and have gained more popularity in the past couple of decades.
Whoever came up with the idea to use quilt patterns for barn art was a genius.
Though the origin of the first barn quilt is unknown, what is certain is that barn quilts exude a warm, cozy, homey feel to everyone (even those who may not quilt or live on a farm).
In this post, I will show you the steps to making a barn quilt and answer some questions you may have about how to make barn quilts.
Did you know there is a difference between a lap quilt and a throw quilt?
When I first started creating quilts for other people, I thought they were basically the same thing.
However, I quickly found out that they are different sizes entirely.
Today, we will focus on the different attributes of lap quilts, such as the size of lap quilts and how exactly they differ from a throw-sized quilt.
Your eye is naturally drawn to the beautiful design in the center of your quilt.
But that doesn't mean your quilt borders should be boring.
In fact, the borders can enhance a quilt with a finishing touch that compliments the overall design.
The border of your quilt:
Rather than just adding a simple, straight border (nothing wrong with these, of course), why not think outside of the box?
To help you do that, we've provided some inspiration with 25 stunning quilt border ideas you can drool over — and perhaps borrow for your next quilt project.
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.
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.
Quilt fabric is folded between 21″-22″ wide. Most of the cutting occurs along this fold, and therefore the mat needs to accommodate the width.
Anything smaller and cutting involves sliding the fabric along the mat to complete the cut.
Cutting mats should be “rotary cutter” friendly. A rotary blade is different than an X-Acto knife. Avoid mats that have a rough or gritty surface. This type of surface will dull the rotary blade.
When cutting into the mat try to avoid deep cuts. The mat will not heal from a deep cut.
The best cut is a shallow cut. Over time repeated shallow cuts would become deep cuts. Once that occurs, the mat will no longer self-heal. Deep cuts will create a rough surface and may cause snags in the fabric.
The length of time a mat will last depends on its use. Typically mats will last three years. That may vary depending on cuts, the care of the mat, and the frequency of use.