Lap quilts are probably the most underappreciated quilts in the quilt sizing chart.
They aren’t quite as small as a baby quilt but also aren’t quite as large as a throw.
So what exactly is a “lap quilt”?
That is precisely what we are going to discuss today.
I’ll go over the different uses of the lap quilt and then show you some gorgeous patterns to inspire you to create your own.
Have you ever seen a quilt with beautifully intricate pieces and wondered, “how in the world did this designer create these perfect tiny pieces?” Well, chances are they used English paper piecing.
English paper piecing projects come in a wide variety of complexities, shapes, and sizes.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced quilter, English paper piecing is sure to be a fun and exciting skill to learn.
This post will review what English paper piecing is and look over several examples of patterns that use this specific technique.
One of the main reasons that people don't quilt is simply because they can't find the time.
It feels time-consuming to set up for a quilting session, get into your groove, and then have to clean up.
With so many things crammed into our schedules, it can be really difficult to find enough free time to just sit down and focus on your creativity. If you can relate to this challenge, read on to learn some tips to make more time for quilting.
There are benefits to quilting that go beyond the final product that make it really worth your time. Quilting used to be done for purely practical reasons, but now studies have shown that not only is quilting great for relieving depression and stress, but it is also an effective form of exercise for your brain.
Once you have figured out the basics of quilt making, you can start dabbling in different types of projects that will use those skills in different ways.
One of the projects you can check out is quilted bag patterns.
Bag patterns come in all shapes and sizes, from small clutch bags to large oversized duffle bags and everything in between.
In this post, we’ve curated19 patterns to give you an excellent representation of what can be possible with some quilting skills and imagination.
As a quilter, you’ll find that one of the fun things you get to collect and accumulate over the years is thread and lots of it!
But how do you store it properly?
Thread storage not only can be functional but beautiful as well.
All those gorgeous colors of thread can create a unique decoration for your sewing space.
In this post, we’ll review several DIY thread storage options along with some store-bought storage ideas.
One of the essential parts of quilt making is, of course, the quilting stitches.
A quilt stitch is more critical than you may think.
All the stitches you use for your decorative quilting design also hold the layers of your quilt together.
This use is essential for the longevity of your quilt.
If you do not use the correct stitches, or worse, no stitches at all, the quilt will quickly become misshapen, warped, and eventually fall apart.
Did you know there are several different types of quilting stitches?
This post will cover the seven most popular quilting stitches that are trending in 2023.