Quilting

Hexagon quilts and other hexagon projects always garner much attention at fairs and craft shows because one sees them so rarely. It is very time consuming to hand sew hexagon quilting projects...

Many quilters enjoy making quilt blocks with intricate pieces and odd angles. Accuracy in measurements and seam allowances is very important when making quilt blocks of this nature. One method of...

Gifts containing memorable photos or images are thoughtful and personalized keepsakes. Materials from the fabric or craft store can enable families to create crafts for birthdays and holidays,...

A memory quilt is a unique item that can be a wonderful and thoughtful keepsake to give or to keep for yourself. Creating a memory quilt allows you to put your favorite memories on a quilt with...

People who love quilting also look for unusual ways to make their work personal. Using meaningful photos of loved ones and the events that surround their lives is beyond heirloom. This is...

Paper piecing a quilt block creates very crisp corners and sharper points. Paper piecing is an easy quilt block, even for beginning sewers. Every pattern is worked the same way, follow the...

Snippet quilts are decorative fabric pictures. They are usually made as small hanging quilts that are displayed as mosaic-type pictures. A photo, painting or any picture can be used to pattern...

Photo transfer paper can be purchased in the office supply store and is often promoted for making custom T-shirts. Photo transfer, or heat transfer, paper can also be used to make personalized...

A windmill star (similar to the origami star) is a quick, easy and fun project for children. Unlike the traditional windmill, or pinwheel, the windmill star has more points and takes a little...

Butcher paper is a great tool to use in quilting projects. There is no need to mark you project with chalk, disappearing ink pens or even pencils. These methods all require some amount of clean up...

A handmade quilt takes great skill and many hours to make, so when you've finished, don't forget to label the quilt. A quilt label will showcase you as the maker of the quilt, and will serve as...

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...

If you've never quilted, a paper pieced log cabin pattern is a perfect way to start. The log cabin is a traditional pattern loved by generations of quilters. It's a versatile pattern that can by...

Making your own soft chenille is fun and easy and looks wonderful when you use it to embellish many different projects.

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...

Foundation Paper Piecing is a fun and relaxing way to use up those fabric scraps you have accumulated from year to year.