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.
When people think of quilts, they usually picture some kind of patchwork traditional design, but did you know there are other types of quilts that are made differently than conventional piecework?
The type of quilt we will focus on today is the yo-yo quilt.
We will go over what they are, what you can use them for, how to make one, and then look at 15 gorgeous examples of whimsical yo-yo quilt designs.
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.
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.
Precut fabrics are one of my favorite items to look at when I go to a fabric shop.
They are well-thought-out assortments from different designer collections and can be used in a wide variety of ways when quilting.
One of the most popular precut sizes is the charm pack.
Today, I’ll explain what charm packs are and why they are so great, and then show you 19 quilt patterns using a charm pack.
Charm pack quilts are a fantastic choice for anyone who wants to learn the basics of quilting, and I’m so excited to show you these beautiful options.
As a quilter, you’re probably constantly searching for your next quilt project, right?
There are so many beautiful patterns, but how do you choose?
Let’s say you have some gorgeous fabric that features a large print.
Many patterns want you to cut small pieces to create intricate blocks, but what if you want the fabric to be the focal point?
I’ve got the perfect pattern for you; enter the “walk-about quilt pattern.”
Let’s check it out!