Quilting

A quilt show is a way to gather crafters together not only to display their handiwork but also to exchange ideas and share knowledge about the fine art of quilting. When done properly, a quilt...

Spot a beautiful quilt, and immediately the image of industrious quilters huddled around a quilt at a quilting bee pops into your mind. While some quilters still assemble and quilt their works by...

A quilt show is a wonderful way to gather crafters together not only to display their handiwork but also to exchange ideas and share knowledge about the fine art of quilting. When done properly, a...

Born of the necessity to keep warm and make use of available fabric scraps, quilts are now considered beautiful works of art. Have you ever admired a beautiful hand-crafted quilt and wondered...

Quilt designing software has gained popularity due to ease of use and its ability to turn even casual quilters into designers. There are several companies that produce quilt design programs, with...

Quilting as a hobby can be nearly as fulfilling and useful as it was when a home craft a century ago. A well-crafted quilt can sell for a lot of money, or can be a useful and decorative addition...

Longarm quilting is a sewing method used to quilt together a quilt top, batting layer and fabric backing. Longarm quilting is a skill developed with significant amounts of practice and a...

Homemade quilts have been used for comfort and warmth, for decorative or ceremonial purposes, and to celebrate momentous occasions such as births and weddings. Ranging from the simple to the...

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...

From homemade to mass produced, quilts cover the globe providing warmth, comfort, security and visual beauty everywhere. Surprisingly, not everyone knows what makes a quilt a quilt, or what it is...

Early quilts were made of natural fibers, including silk, wool and cotton. As U.S. crops became more plentiful and less expensive, cotton became the fabric of choice for most quilters. Another...

Quilters create works of art that are also practical as bed coverings or home decoration. A quilter's handiwork can become someone else's heirloom when a sales transaction occurs. Selling handmade...

If you are new to quilting you, may not know what a quilt label is. As you begin making full-size quilts and designing your own patterns, you will want to tell the quilt's story for those who will...

Pot holders are essential to any kitchen. Not only do they serve to protect your hands from burns, they can add a splash of color and style as well. By making your own quilted pot holders, you can...

The quilts of yesteryear were typically used to cover beds and warm bodies. Today they're mostly seen decorating walls as art quilts or displayed on quilting racks. Yet some things never change....

A sampler quilt is made up of many different design blocks. The sampler quilt is often used as a teaching tool for beginner quilters. Beginners can learn how to make specific quilt blocks and then...

When I first started quilting I was just learning how to sew as well. It took a while to figure out which were the tools, also called notions, that I used the most. To help you on your journey to...

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!

Quilts, fabrics, ideas, threads, and fellowship are all on display at the annual Quilters' Heritage Celebration held in the early spring in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Tens of thousands of quilt...

Whether you've just finished your first, tenth or even fiftieth quilt, there is always a sense of pride and a desire to share your accomplishment with others. Of course, by displaying the finished...

Fat quarters are pieces of material that are commonly used for quilting. Each fat quarter measures about 20 by 20 inches; the dimensions vary by vendor, with some measuring 18 inches or 19 by 21...

Quilting classes are an excellent way to learn new skills and improve existing ones. Classes are offered throughout the United States, making it simple to sign up for a quilting class near you....

Finding a convenient and well-stocked quilting store is the start to your quilting adventure--one that will last a lifetime. There are several considerations to be made when you pick a local...

When quilting a small quilt, a quilting hoop may be the best option for hand quilting. Easily stored when not in use and perfectly suited for lap quilting, small quilt projects can be expertly...

For years, you've collected materials for a quilt that you can picture in your mind - one made from your child's favorite clothes, the worn T-shirts from all her swim meets, photographs of her...