Quilting

Plaid fabrics make a great addition to any quilt. You can make a quilt entirely from plaid or choose a special plaid to accent your other fabrics.

Make a simple quilt by using a cute, preprinted panel as the center. Simply add enough border fabric to make the finished quilt in any size desired!

Quilts are an ideal accent to a shabby chic home. Machine quilting a shabby chic quilt can allow you to add a custom accent to your home. Quilts can be used for warmth, or you can use quilt blocks...

Grandma's old quilt need not be relegated to the linen closet or the cedar chest because of discoloration, musty scents or damage. Most old quilts were sewn from all-cotton fabrics that tend to...

By getting creative with small pieces of fabrics and ribbons, you can work them into one-of-a-kind patchwork quilt crafts. Use these finished pieces as display art, for holidays or to give as...

Make a unique quilt not just with a different pattern, but with different ideas. If quilts were not made of squares, I would suggest you think outside the box. The ability to craft an expression...

Quilting is the craft of layering and sewing three pieces of material together-- quilt top, batting and backing--in a manner that creates one piece, a type of blanket. Sometimes the quilt top is...

Quilting of today is not the same quilting that our mothers and grandmothers did. The tools and materials have changed to make quilting faster and easier than ever before. Today's quilter needs...

Every new baby should receive a homemade quilt. It's such a special and individualized gift that will be cherished by the mother and child. A baby's quilt may be handed down to the next child or...

It is traditional to get quilt fabric for free. After all, American quilts originated with women using scraps of fabric gleaned from sewing projects and saved from unworn parts of old clothing....

Preserving the memory of your child as an infant is important to many families. Making a quilt can be a loving and useful way to save those treasured times.

As a beginning quilter, there are many spectacular patterns that can be quite intimidating to sew. In order to gain some of the sewing confidence you need as a quilter, you'll want to start small...

Antique quilts come in all shapes, sizes, and unfortunately, conditions. The goal of good quilt restoration is to stabilize the quilt, lengthen its life and create a more beautiful expression of...

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...

A double wedding ring quilt has a long and romantic history. This is a quilt pattern that has stood the test of time. If you look back through the generations of quilting in the United States, you...

You walk into a garage sale, have you're eye on a nice bolt of fabric, but not sure if it's enough to create you're project. Can you imagine taking a chance on the yardage, coming home to create...

So, you want to make a quilt, but are having trouble choosing fabric? Fabric choices for quilts really all boil down to a personal preference. However, there are a few simple guidelines to...

There are innumerable types of quilt squares (blocks) and more being created every day by quilters and quilt artists. One of the most basic quilt blocks is the four-patch. There are many...

Crazy quilts are a conglomeration of fabrics combined at random. They are made by covering a foundation fabric, or "backing piece," with odd-shaped fabric scraps. These scraps usually include...

The Tumbling Blocks quilt pattern uses light and dark fabrics in a repeated pattern to create the illusion of falling blocks. The success of the design depends on the sewer's ability to choose the...

The Sunburst Quilt design is essentially one large block that creates an all-over starburst pattern. The design is one of the more difficult patterns in the "compass and wheel" family as it is...

The mosaic quilt is a perfect example of the "waste not, want not" philosophy of quilt-making. A multitude of salvaged fabrics is cut into small pieces, often smaller than a half inch, and then...

The Crossroads quilt block design uses five colors in the same family. The arrangement of the geometric shapes creates a striking "light and shadow" effect. The Crossroads pattern was common in...

Sewing, if it is something you like, can quickly become an addicting hobby. There are so many great things that you can make, and most projects can be completed for the same or less money as what...

Final quilting steps. Learn how to sew pieces of quilt fabrics together on a sewing machine in this free quilting lesson from a crafts expert.

Putting all your quilt squares together. Learn how to combine, pin and sew fabrics for a quilt in this free quilting lesson from a crafts expert.

Tips for preparing fabric for quilts. Learn how to trim and sew quilt fabrics in this free quilting lesson from a crafts expert.

Techniques for joining quilt fabrics. Learn tips for trimming and sawing quilts in this free quilting lesson from a crafts expert.

Joining materials for a quilt. Learn how to sew quilt fabrics together in this free quilting lesson from a crafts expert.

Make quilt block patterns. Learn how to cut quilt fabrics into blocks and press them in this free quilting lesson from a crafts expert.

Advice for choosing quilting fabrics. Learn about history, sizes and sashes of quilts in this free quilting lesson from a crafts expert.

Tips for pressing quilting fabric. Learn how to prepare and press fabrics for quilts in this free quilting lesson from a crafts expert.

Preparing materials to make a quilt. Learn how to size and cut fabrics for quilts in this free quilting lesson from a crafts expert.

Tips for picking out quilting fabric. Learn how to choose fabrics for quilts in this free quilting lesson from a crafts expert.

Halloween is the biggest shopping holiday, second only to Christmas. Consumers spend billions in sales, proving that we love Halloween and all its trappings. Add to your Halloween treasure trove...

Create an family heirloom by inviting family members to contribute their own designs to create a Christmas quilt. Start with a brainstorming session to come up with ideas for each block and then...

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

Choosing fabric for a quilt can be a challenge for new and experienced quilters alike. The right fabric determines how comfortable the quilt will be, how well it will hold its shape, and how many...

Making a quilted table runner can be a fun and rewarding project. However, picking just the right fabrics for it can be overwhelming. Fabric stores are lined with hundreds of choices, so knowing...

Just starting out in quilting? Looking for a way to broaden your quilting horizons? Choosing the right fabrics can be the start of a wonderful quilt!

Attic window blocks create an eyecatching 3D effect in a quilt. It is a great way to show off fabrics and is an easy effect to achieve. All you need is a basic knowledge of quilting to create...

Quilters of all ages are enjoying this age-old craft. Beautiful fabrics and the latest in tools and gadgets have modernized quilting to broaden its appeal. Quilting has never been more accessible...

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania is a tourist destination for all things Amish/Pennsylvania Dutch. There's shoofly pie to try, horse and buggies driving on the roads, and Amish farms to see. For the...

The color scheme and fabrics you pick to use in a quilt can turn a boring, ordinary quilt into a unique, eye-catching quilt that adds interest to any room. In quilting, it's not only the color but...

What is a quilt-in-a-box? It's a group project that results in enough quilt blocks for each participant to turn into a quilt of her own. Every participant puts fabric in a box. The group switches...

Baby quilts are always well loved gifts, but they can be challenging for a busy individual to put together alone. This plan, however, will keep you from taking on too much quilting at once and...

Watercolor quilts can be beautiful works of art. Like a painting, they take advantage of shading, slowly moving from dark to light tones. Follow these steps to make a watercolor quilt.

Whether it's your first quilt or your 100th, selecting the right fabric can mean the difference between a quilt you cherish for years to come and a quilt that lingers, unloved, in the back...

Frugal pioneer homemakers salvaged scraps from old clothing and stitched them into comfy quilts. Today's quilt blends the colors, design and textures of a variety of fabrics purchased new,...

You've accumulated an assortment of pretty fabrics and planned your quilt design. Before the fun begins, the material must be clean and wrinkle-free.