Block #50 of The Splendid Sampler will be released tomorrow and everyone agrees that this requires big celebration! So the designers of the blocks thought to make something special for all the quilters that sew this sampler- check out the celebration's party here. A quilt with 100 different blocks is definitely a special quilt. And it deserves a special label. Actually, each quilt is special … [Read more...]
How to choose machine quilting designs
Well, you just finished your quilt top and now you are anxious to quilt it. Your quilting will bring your quilt top to life so you have to choose what to quilt on your precious top. If you are a beginning quilter and are overwhelmed by too many ideas (or you don't have any idea - it happens to all of us!), here are a few guidelines to help you make an easier choice; I follow them when I quilt my … [Read more...]
Washable Markers for Quilting
Are you still looking for the best washable markers for quilting? Sometimes we don't enjoy a particular quilting technique because we don't have the proper/best tool. It happened to me: for many years I ignored the applique technique because it requires a water soluble marker that was never in my tool box when I needed it. But the things changed when I discovered the water soluble markers … [Read more...]
Lucky Clover Free Quilt Pattern
I thought to make a clover design to help you welcome spring. And to send you some good luck! And because I love everything green! Here is a free clover quilt pattern for you. I included three sizes of the design. 6'' coaster 4'' x 6'' postcard 14'' block that you could use for a mini quilt, or a pilow or a table runner. Here are my coaster and postcard- detailed instructions … [Read more...]
Quick Pillow Cover Tutorial
We all sew pillow covers, right? Maybe it's not as exciting as sewing a new quilt, but from time to time we have to sew ordinary things. So let's make this experience an extraordinary one and sew a beautiful pillow using this quick pillow cover tutorial. Pillow insert size: 16'' x 16'' Pillow cover size: approx 15'' x 15'' (I like to make the cover a little smaller than the insert). Fabric … [Read more...]
Free heart pattern for quilts, coasters, placemats
Hello friends! I noticed you love heart designs and patterns! And I thought to make a new design for you - but for a smaller and faster project. You could use this design for quilts, pillows, placemats or coasters. I made two coasters- this is such a SWEET project! The coasters measure 7''. They require 8'' x 8'' pieces of fabric, fusible web (for the appliques) and … [Read more...]
One hour baby quilt tutorial
Let's sew another quick gift for Christmas. (This post is the second in the series "5 Quick Gifts to sew for Christmas". See all the posts here.) Babies and kids always need a new quilt/blanket so this Christmas let's sew for them a cozy, soft and warm little quilt. You need only ONE HOUR of your time! Ready? Here is what you need: 1. a piece of minky in the desired size (you could … [Read more...]
Sew No Binding Quilted Placemats/Coasters
Do you hate binding quilts? I know not all the quilters love binding quilts (do you need help to change this? this tip should help!). Then let's sew some "no binding" quilted pieces! Quilted placemates and coasters are quick projects to sew. I bet you will love making them even more if there is a "no-binding" option. Fabric used is Robert Kaufman "Holiday Flourish" by Peggy … [Read more...]
Free Raw Edge Applique Quilt Pattern
I am glad to share with you a new free quilt pattern. It's a small raw edge applique quilt, it measures 14'' x 29''. At this size, the quilting was a lot of fun! At first I wanted to make a two color version, then I remembered that I still have colored thread (the spools used for this Aurifil challenge). Very happy I started to match fabric with thread. The thread is Aurifil 50wt and the … [Read more...]
Washing quilts- before or after binding?
When is it better to wash the quilts: before or after binding? I wash all my quilts, after the quilting is done and before the binding is applied. I thought that all quilters do this but after a little research on Internet I came to the conclusion that this a controversial subject. So I will try to explain why I do this. First of all, I wash all my quilts, no matter what kind of quilts they … [Read more...]
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