Quilting

Make a trip around the world in your own home. This quilt is easy to make (as quilts go) and it is especially easy to make by hand. If you like to do hand sewing while watching television or...

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...

A photo wall quilt is one of the most personal gifts you can make for someone, as well as being one of the simplest. This easy project consists of family photos or photographs of memorable places....

Nearly anything made of fabric can be incorporated into a keepsake quilt, including prize ribbons. Using prize ribbons to make quilts has a long tradition. Usually made of satin, these ribbons...

Gatherings at community centers, churches and homes for women to create quilts and socialize in years past were referred to as quilting circles. Some of the quilts took prizes at fairs and craft...

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...

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...

A handmade quilt adds personality and warmth to any guest bedroom. No matter the size of the bed, you can create a lovely quilt to welcome your guests. Quilt batting comes in basic sizes to fit...

Often, the trickiest part of making a quilt is the quilting itself. Whether you want to quilt inside of squares, or any other shape, the key is to plan your quilting pattern ahead of time to...

Getting a quilt sandwich assembled and ready to quilt is usually the least favorite part of the quilting process for most quilters. By following these easy steps anyone can achieve a nice smooth ...

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...

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...

There are three basic types of quilting feet for your sewing machine--a patchwork foot, a walking foot and a free-motion embroidery foot. Each can make quilting an easier and more efficient...

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...

Quilting frames can be as expensive and detailed as you want them to be. Family heirlooms passed down through generations often feature rare wood with intricate detailed themes. New frames...

Unless you are using a quilting pattern supplied to you from an outside source, you will need to know how to calculate the size of a completed quilt block. Furthermore, by understanding this...

Beginning hand-quilters may find the cost of a quilting frame a daunting expense. A do it yourself quilting frame kit is an economic alternative to a high-priced, pre-fabricated model. Kits and...

Once a quilt top is pieced, most of the painstaking work is finished. The steps that remain to finish the quilt include assembling the quilt layers, basting the layers together, quilting the...

Every artist deserves a studio, and quilt artists are no different from any others. A comfortable bright space with lots of storage and convenient work surfaces is the dream of many quilters. Make...

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...

Quilting crafts can be easy, but sometimes the more difficult processes are fun to tackle. Fussy cuts are sometimes a challenge, but success is a reward to enjoy. Fussy cuts are usually single...

Sewing a homemade quilt for your queen or full-sized bed is easier than you think. Quilts add warmth and character to a bedroom without requiring years of sewing experience. Anyone able to thread...

Traditional quiltmaking is a long process, often taking a year or more to finish a quilt. Modern quiltmakers have devised many new time-saving tips and methods that can cut this time drastically,...

Quilting projects are available for any skill level. Beginning quilters might be intimidated by the thoughts of an intricately pieced or hand-sewn quilt, but quilts are simply two pieces of fabric...

Although quilting is known to have existed since ancient times, the art of quilting is uniquely associated with American women throughout U.S. history. Pioneer-era patchwork was a necessity in a...

Quilting is a time-honored tradition in which anyone can partake. The quilting process is straightforward and allows a quilter to get creative with patterns and colors. The great thing about...

Sewing machines make life easy. Repairing, hemming and even making your own clothes gives you freedom and is an easy skill to master. Knowing how to create beautiful and practical quilts is...

One of the fundamentals to making a hobby into a money making venture is organization. Having the luxury of being a hobby quilter means that you can pull your quilt out whenever you want and put...

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...

One of the most-appreciated gifts for a baby shower is a handmade quilt. Personalized homemade quilts quite often become the child's favorite blanket, dragged around the house and eventually loved...

Make a quilt in a hurry if you have a limited amount of time or a deadline coming up. If you are a quilter, you know that sometimes a quilt is the expected gift. Whether you have time to make a...

Whether you are an experienced quilter with several projects under your needle, or a beginner just getting started, lap quilting is an easy and portable way to practice your art, anytime,...

Quilt-as-you-go methods are a relatively new phenomenon in the quilt-making world. The idea of carrying along small-size "bites" of a quilt appeals to busy quilters. Rather than piecing together a...

Quilting is a crafting tradition that has been around for many generations. Sewn with hours of labor and love, a quilt is a great way to preserve memories, touch a heart, and recycle old clothes....

Learning how to quilt on a machine can be an intimidating yet rewarding experience. The same can be true when you start quilting curves. You can make easy curves when machine quilting, however,...

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...

Crazy-quilt (crazy-patchwork) layers are constructed in the same manner as any quilt. However, the top is constructed differently. With conventional quilting, the tops are pieced with precisely...

Throughout history, quilting has been a past time for women and men of all ages and all time periods. Until recently, every step--specifically the piecing and the quilting--were done by hand. Now...

Quilting is a method of sewing in which several layers of fabric are joined together either by hand or by machine. When hand sewing a quilt, the quilter may use a quilting frame to hold the...

I made a beautiful quilt for my granddaughter from drawings that my daughter(her mommy) had done when she was a child. It was my first attempt at quilting, and it turned out much better and was...

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...

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...

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...

Preprinted panels are the perfect material for a first quilt, a quick quilt or a quilt that will get a lot of use, like a baby quilt. They are fast to construct and uncomplicated in design. Spend...

The Log Cabin style is one of the most recognizable patterns in quilting. There are many variations and difficulty levels but all utilize blocks made by strip piecing. Contrasting strips of fabric...

If you can't bear to part with that beloved pair of denim jeans, there's a way to put them to good use. Give those old jeans a new life and use your basic sewing skills to turn them into a quilt....

Native American women began quilting out of necessity during the late 19th century. Though women of different tribes make star quilts, the Lakota in particular are well-known for creating quilts...

Quilting bags should show off your skills and be big enough to contain a project, or at least a part of a project. Depending upon the type of quilting you do, you may need a quilting bag that is...