Quilting

Quilts have been made by hand for centuries, and some of the oldest quilts predate the founding of the United States. The basic quilt stitch has not changed in all that time. A piece of thread is...

Quilting is really one step in a multi-step process. The act of quilting refers to the binding together of all three quilt layers, either by hand or by using a sewing machine. Stencil designs can...

Kenmore sewing machines, a Sears brand, are available in both mechanical or electronic models, and can be used to sew just about anything, including clothing in fabrics such as chiffon and single...

Hand quilting is an age old art that has remained essentially the same for many centuries. The theory behind hand quilting is very simple, but the only way to fully master the technique is with...

Your quilt is basted, your pattern is marked, and now you're ready to make your first quilt. Take some time to practice a few basic techniques, and you'll learn how to make your quilt an heirloom...

Applique quilting is a technique where applique fabric pieces are fused onto foundation fabric blocks with an iron-on, fusible material. Next, the edges of the applique shapes are stitched around...

When it comes to hand quilting, once you learn the basics you can follow virtually any pattern. There are, however, a few hand quilting pattern tips that can help you make easy work of what can...

A great way to thread those tiny needles!

Knotting (or tying) a quilt is an alternative way to hold the 3 pieces--quilt top, binding and quilt back--together. Knotting a quilt is, by far, the easiest method to complete a quilt. The knot...

A great and inexpensive way to attach a quilt backing. I usually use this form of backing it keeps everything in its own spot. This is a great home ec. project too!

The process is simple. It relies on getting the knot through the weave in your fabric, and most of the time, the thread goes right through and ends up inside your quilt.

Every quilter has small or medium size pieces of batting left over from a quilt project. And most of us don't like to just throw them away. But what do you do with them? Sew them together to make...

While quilting or embroidering there are many stitches you can use. Here is how to embroider a Victorian Fringe Stitch.

Quilting by hand is the original method of quilting. Machine quilting is a relatively new quilting method. Hand quilting, on the other hand, has stood the test of time. Some quilters prefer to...

A denim quilt is a great way to recycle old denim jeans, skirts and shirts. But you can also make a denim quilt with new denim fabric. Even if you only know how to sew a straight line on a sewing...

This doll quilt is an easy project for a beginning sewer and is a good way to use up leftover fabric. While a sewing machine will make things go faster, the project can also be completed by hand...

Handmade quilts add warmth and style to any home, and should reflect the personality of the homeowner. Designing your own can be a lot of fun, as you are in control of the color and style of...

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.

Knowing turn needle appliqué gives you the ability to add a little punch to old clothes, decorate new ones or finish off an original creation. With a little patience and practice, you can become a...

Waxing and braiding thread for quilting saves valuable time by strengthening the thread and preventing tangles. You no longer need to interrupt your sewing to portion out equal lengths of thread...

The quickest way to finish a quilt is to tie it. You tie squared or reef knots as you go with embroidery floss or thick colored yarn to complement or contrast the quilt's pattern. You'll also hear...

A quilter in a discussion group asked what to do with small pieces of batting, and she expressed concern about wasting batting when her quilt was smaller than the batting, and she had pieces of...

Hand quilting is an art handed down through the generations. Handmade quilts seem to develop a warm, rich feel because of the time and personal attention required to produce one. Although it takes...

The oldest form of quilting is done by hand. This is a practice that has been in use for centuries and very little has changed in that time with regards to the tools required as well as the style...

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