One of the most popular classic star quilt blocks is the Ohio Star quilt block.
This quilt block is a must in every quilter’s repertoire with its simple construction and eye-catching angles.
Today, we are going to discuss the history of this block.
Additionally, we will go over how to create this block and look at 15 beautiful examples of how versatile this block can be.
When perusing classic quilt patterns, sometimes you come across a seemingly complex design that makes you wonder, “How did someone come up with that?”
The tumbling blocks quilt pattern is one of these patterns.
Today, we will take a deep dive into how this quilt pattern’s history, and then we’re going to look at 19 unbelievable tumbling blocks quilt patterns that you can use to create your own quilt top.
As quilters, we know our tools and accessories are extremely important to our craft and making the best-looking quilts possible.
Undoubtedly, an iron is one of the essential tools in our “toolbox.”
But what if you don’t need your large iron to get the job done?
In this post, we will shift our focus to the small but mighty mini irons that are on the market for quilters.
We’ll go over the benefit of having a small quilting iron and then look at seven great options for you.
As a quilter, sometimes you don’t want to set aside 30+ hours to create an entire quilt.
Sometimes you just want a quick project to work on that you can still express your creativity without having to block out hours upon hours.
Finding easy quilted potholder patterns is a perfect way to work on less time-consuming projects.
Potholders (or hot pads) are something that everyone needs in their kitchen.
They make fantastic, handmade gifts and will last for years if made well.
Let’s look at some DIY potholder patterns and get some inspiration to make our own!
If you have ever wandered the aisles of your local arts and crafts store and stumbled down the sewing machine aisle, chances are you have come across machines called “sergers” or “overlock machines.”
But how do you choose one when there are so many on the market with a wide price range?
We’ve read dozens of serger reviews to figure out what the best serger for you might be.
Read on as you’ll learn the pros and cons of nine great options and, hopefully, remove some of the guesswork of choosing the right serger for your needs.
Have you ever been shopping at your local hobby store, and you see a machine called a “serger“?
You’ve wondered, “What is that used for?” I remember doing that several years ago, and I honestly thought it was a complex machine I would never need or want.
Fast forward a few years, I now have a serger and have had lots of fun (and maybe a little frustration) trying to figure out how to use it and what to use it for.
This post will go over all the ins and outs of a serger machine, what you can do with it, how it differs from a regular sewing machine, and if it is worth your time and money to purchase one.