Quilting

When it comes to quilting, there are hundreds of patterns and fabric choices out there. A good starter is the classic rail fence pattern. With simple fabrics and easy piecing, it can be finished...

Quilting is a wonderful hobby, and there are many ways to cut corners to make quilt-making less expensive, and one way is to cut your own plastic templates. One sheet of plastic will make several...

Wait until after you've cut the seams and excess off the squares to iron them. Learn how to make a family quilt in this free home decor video.

Typically, quilt frames are made out of wood, but a PVC pipe quilt frame is an ideal alternative. PVC pipe is sturdy and lightweight so if you need to move it around, it is light enough to do so...

Quilt covers, or quilt "tops" as they are also called, are an extension of the quilter's style and tastes. Whether you're at a quilt show or flipping through a home decor magazine, you'll see...

Award ribbons can be displayed in a variety of ways. They can simply be hung on a wall or displayed in a shadow box or frame. Award ribbons might be kept in a scrapbook, or tucked away and...

Old-fashioned quilt frames are typically made with a soft wood such as pine. It should come with the stands and frame boards. The 1-by-4 inch rails used to pin the quilt to come in various...

Quilting is a skill and hobby steeped in tradition. Historically, all quilts were hand quilted on either a lap frame or a larger frame. A frame was used for keeping the layers of the quilt tight...

Nothing beats the speed of machine-quilting compared to quilting by hand. While some machine-quilting involves the basic stitch in the ditch and other straight patterns, free-motion quilting gives...

There are a few different ways to make knot fleece blankets. I will try to go over all the different ways I know. These blankets are great for people who do not know how to sew and make a...

Initially patchwork was a utilitarian concept. It began as an economical way to reuse fabric. A piece of cloth from a long forgotten dress could be used to repair the torn knee on a pair of jeans,...

Much of what you may have come to believe about Colonial Quilts simply isn't true. The image of Colonial women nestled peacefully before the fire stitching elaborately beautiful quilts from...

The log cabin quilt is one of the oldest and most loved patterns in quilting history. It's easy to change the look by changing the colors and patterns and then when you put the blocks together...

Quilt ministries are a wonderful way to reach out and touch the lives of others. Whether someone is struggling to make ends meet, going through a tough illness or living on the streets, quilts...

There are several variations of the Friendship Star Quilt pattern, but the center star of each block remains a constant. The design of each block is fairly simple. Popular among Amish quilters in...

The North Star Quilt pattern is believed to have originated as part of the "secret code" of quilts that helped escaping slaves find their way to freedom. The North Star is one of 10 patterns used...

This video gives free quilting instructions on how to sew quilt binding with a sewing machine.

This quilting video gives instructions on how to connect a bias strip with a sewing machine when making a quilt.

The trip around the world quilt has a beautiful progression of colors but is easy enough for a beginner quilt maker.

Have you always yearned for a handmade quilt? It's easier than you might think to make a simple quilt for a gift or for yourself. A basic nine-patch quilt sews up quickly and easily. These...

Once a job almost every homemaker performed, making quilts is more of a hobby today. From simple crazy quilts to highly elaborate patterns, quilting can be a creative expression of art and beauty....

Quilting is a symbol of tradition that is woven with love. Immortalized in history and even modern-day films, such as "How To Make An American Quilt," making a quilt is a sentimental journey.

Your quilt is just about finished. All you have to do is add the binding and the corners of your quilt need mitered edges; however, the thought of mitered edges scares you every time you think...

Making a friendship quilt is an easy but rewarding way to express your creativity while celebrating your friendships at the same time. You can make a quilt with friends or by yourself and give it...

Use your old blue jeans to make a warm and wonderful quilt!

If you have a new quilt that needs binding or an older one that needs to have the binding replaced, here are some easy instructions for you to follow. It's easy to finish most of this quilting...

Do you know the difference between background, binding, and backing fabrics when talking about quilts? What about the difference between patches and blocks? Then again can you describe sashing,...

Make a creative quilt with Crayolas. You can make each quilt block unique or make each block the same. Use a pattern or draw your own design. Your imagination is the only limit to this project. A...

When you think of quilting, you may think of groups of women working around a quilting frame. Although this was originally how quilting was done, it is now possible to treat quilting as a portable...

Baby quilts are often a treasured keepsake all through a person's life. Made from scratch or from a panel, baby quilts make wonderful gifts. There are many styles and ways to make a quilt. Choose...

With machine quilting, the home quilter as well as the professional can finish most quilting projects in a fraction of the time it would take to hand quilt. By using a properly equipped sewing...

Hand-quilting is time consuming, but relaxing. Quilt a small coverlet first and then progress to larger quilts and bedcovers.

The name - crazy quilt - suggests creative abandon. Victorians stitched together odd-sized scraps of everything from velvet to satin to produce abstract combinations of shapes, textures and...

Crazy quilts are meant to be whimsical, "anything goes" creations. Use fabric scraps of different shapes and sizes to make up your quilt blocks and then embroider and embellish the blocks with...

Depending on its age, condition and fabric, each quilt requires its own special type of care. Keeping yours as clean and dry as possible is the safest way to preserve it.