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A Step-By-Step Guide To Making A Quilted Pillow Cover

April 27, 2021August 28, 2020 by Miriam Ronne

How many of you have been contemplating trying out quilting, but you’re just not quite sure where to begin? Making an entire quilt?

That’s a bit intimidating, but there are other easier projects you might want to try first.

Today I am going to show you how to make a quilted pillow cover. This is a great way to try out quilting and have a lot of fun doing it!

This is absolutely a beginner-friendly project, and we want to help you get started! Let’s do this!

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10 Of The Best Memory Quilts Ever

February 26, 2021August 25, 2020 by Miriam Ronne

When you hear the term “memory quilt” what comes to mind? A family heirloom?

A quilt made in memory of someone who has passed?

Maybe a quilt to commemorate a specific time in someone’s life?

Are you planning on making a memory quilt, but not quite sure where to begin?

In this article, I will show you some unique and creative ways to capture those precious memories you treasure and turn them into a beautiful functional piece of art—a quilt!

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The 7 Best Quilting Needles For Hand Quilting

April 27, 2021August 21, 2020 by Keri Weichert

Handing quilting lets you step away from your sewing machine.

You get to unplug and descend into the mind-cleansing joy of creating directly with your hands.

As with all things quilting, the right needles matter.

They reduce hand strain and produce better results.

At first glance, the styles and sizes of hand quilting needles can be a little overwhelming.

Which needle you choose will boil down to personal preference and the materials that you’re working with.

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7 Best Quilting Books For Beginners

June 9, 2021April 7, 2020 by Keri Weichert

As a beginning quilter, you’ll want to start with fairly simple patterns. This gives you a chance to develop your skills without getting too frustrated.

All quilters stand on the shoulders of those who quilted before them, and the many beginning quilting books on the market will be an invaluable resource on your journey.

We’ve made this list to help you choose the references that will lead to success.

As you learn to quilt, you’ll explore your creative side and produce fine objects that provide pleasure for many years.

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25 Of The Best Gifts For Quilters In 2023

December 2, 2022March 31, 2019 by Keri Weichert

Wondering what to buy someone who loves to quilt? You’ve come to the right place!

Sometimes it is tough to buy a gift for someone who has a particular hobby, especially if you don’t know much about the craft that they are interested in.

You don’t want to buy quilters gifts that someone already has ten of, and you certainly don’t want to buy something that they have no use for.

If you have a quilter in your life (or if you are a quilter yourself), you might need a little inspiration to find the perfect gift.

Let’s go over some of the best gifts for quilters that are sure to please and help them with their hobby.

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Review Of 6 Of The Best Juki Sewing Machines For Quilting

June 9, 2021January 22, 2019 by Keri Weichert

If you have ever tried to quilt on a sewing machine, you probably know how difficult and frustrating it can be.

The fabric doesn’t stay flat, you quickly run out of room to work, and the thread tension is difficult to maintain.

However, quilting can be fun if you are working with the right equipment. Juki sewing machines can help in your creation of beautiful quilts using much less effort than other machines.

In this article, we will compare Juki sewing machines in detail. But first, let’s look at what makes this brand of sewing machines unique.

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