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13 Gorgeous Summer In The Park Quilts

Have you seen those cute little jellyroll bundles for sale at your local fabric store but resisted buying one because you wonder, “What would I do with a bunch of 2 ½” strips of fabric?” Well, a beautiful and simple solution is the Summer in the Park quilt pattern.

This pattern is so fun because the possibilities are endless with different color variations.

You can completely change the look and feel of your room with this beautiful quilt pattern. Plus, it is a very simple pattern. All you do is sew strips together, create squares, sew those squares together, and there you have it — a Summer in the Park quilt top!

Here are several of the best examples to inspire you to create your very own Summer in the Park quilt.

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13 Gorgeous Summer In The Park Quilts

11 Absolutely Stunning Trip Around The World Quilts

by Keri Weichert

If you are looking for an easy, yet gorgeous quilt pattern, the Trip Around the World quilt pattern might just be the perfect pattern for you!

It may look complicated at first, but if you take it one row at a time, it is quite simple to follow the pattern.

Fabric selection is critical as you are creating a layered look beginning in the center of the quilt and moving outward. All the squares are cut the same size, which makes this a great beginner quilt.

We’ve gathered some beautiful examples of this versatile quilt pattern to inspire you to create your very own Trip Around the World quilt.

7 Of The Best Embroidery Machines For Quilters

by Miriam Ronne

Embroidery machines used to cost thousands of dollars.

With the popularity of personalized items and handmade gifts, companies have begun creating home embroidery machines for home crafters and small business owners.

As a quilter, an embroidery machine would be an excellent investment.

It’s perfect for creating custom labels for your quilts.

It also works well for baby quilts to add the child’s name and birth date on the quilt top.

You can even create beautifully intricate embroidered blocks to add extra texture and detail to your quilts.

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What to Look for in a Home Embroidery Machine
7 Best Embroidery Machines for Quilters
Our Pick for the Best Embroidery Machine

Your Guide To The Best Curved Safety Pins For Quilting

by Keri Weichert

High-quality safety pins perform best for quilters.

Quilting safety pins have features specifically designed to make your work a bit easier.

Manufacturers make quilters' safety pins with slight bends in their shafts.

They also use malleable metals that bend with minimal pressure if you need to adjust their shape slightly.

At first glance, they might look like factory rejects, but their curving design optimizes their function for quilters.

As with everything related to quilting, specialized tools have the power to improve your results.

Let's take a look at some of the best curved safety pins on the market.

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What Are Curved Safety Pins Used For?
What Size Curved Safety Pins Are Used for Quilting?
7 Best Curved Safety Pins for Quilting

How To Hand-Tie A Quilt In 5 Easy Steps

by Miriam Ronne

Have you ever gone into an antique store in a small town? What is one item that is bound to be at every antique store — no matter where you go? A hand-tied quilt!

Tying a quilt by hand was a popular way of quilting in days gone by, but it seems quilt tying is a lost art, especially in the modern quilt era.

I love the look of a tied quilt. The ties add such a sweet finish to a quilt top and a fun 3D texture. Plus, once you have the knot tying figured out, it can be much quicker and easier than hand or machine quilting. Sounds like a win-win to me!

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