Quilting

Curved piecing in quilts is generally considered one of the more advanced techniques, but you can create the look of curves using one of the most simple straight-line blocks, the log cabin. Log...

From modern single-block to historic multi-block quilt designs, the log cabin technique provides lots of opportunities for experimenting with shape and color. It is an excellent choice for...

The Twisted Ribbon quilt border is one of those deceptive borders where the design depends on color and fabric choice. Made completely of simple triangles, it looks like a curling ribbon falling...

Cathedral window is a very popular quilt pattern with an intricate, jewel-like design. That design, however, is often passed over by quiltmakers because it is so complicated to make. The faux...

Cathedral window quilts are as gorgeous as rose windows in cathedrals. There are two types of patterns for cathedral window quilts. One quilt, the traditional pattern, is hand sewn. The other...

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...

Quilts come in many different sizes and colors. Use them as a bedspread or a spare blanket kept on the back of the couch for when it gets cold. Quilts make wonderful gifts for birthdays, weddings...

While there are several expensive quilt frames for purchase either online or by mail order, you don't have to invest a lot to make a quilting loom. With a quilt frame made from PVC pipe, you can...

A simple block which doesn't take much work but gives a dramatic design result is the Bear Paw block. Whether pieced together side by side, or used with sashing in between the blocks, the Bear's...

Grandmother's flower garden is a classic quilt pattern that looks more difficult than it is. It is easy to make a pattern template for this beautiful quilting pattern, either from Mylar or...

For quilters, strips of fabric are in overabundance. Strips are used for sashing and binding as well as parts of quilt blocks. What to do with all those scraps is something all quilters want to...

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...

These are great gifts. I made one for each of my grand kids using there old shirts. Some of the fabric was thin so I doubled it. I made a patchwork style quilt out of t shirt squares and then on...

The half-square triangle is a basic piece used in many quilt blocks. Very simply, it is a square that is cut in half from corner to corner (diagonally) to create two triangles within one...

T-shirts are great collectables and many people bring them back from college, school, vacation, and clubs. Here's a way make your own handmade quilts from T-shirts.

Do you find yourself shying away from sewing diamonds and some triangles because you think that sewing the set in seams (or Y seams) will be too difficult and your corners will be a mess? For...

Start with a small mitered corner application to gain confidence in making excellent mitered corners every time!

The first time I saw this simple, yet stunning quilt pattern was on the cover of a quilt book featuring Amish quilts. The quilt featured a large square in the center, set on point, and surrounded...

Quilting is a hobby with a long, rich history of providing beautiful handmade quilts, either for practical or decorative use. Putting together a quilt can be a rewarding experience as you can...

Whipping up a quick quilt top full of stars can be done in a day and create a pleasing look. The star block is one of the most varied blocks in quilting and there are many different styles from...

Creating a wildlife quilt square for that naturalist in the family is easier than you might think and is sure to make a charming gift they will never forget. Used it alone as a framed wall hanging...

There are several variations of the Bear's Paw Quilt pattern. The experience level in terms of difficulty and skill requirements is intermediate for this craft project. A single block may be...

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.

The Log Cabin quilt pattern is a classic dating to the 1860s. The pattern starts with a center square as a focal point. Strips of fabric are added to the center square with dark fabrics group to...

A thangle is a paper strip that helps quilters make half square triangles with ease. Thangles are made of paper and come in different sizes for different sized projects. While sewing half square...

Quilting rulers are not just for a seamstress. They are so handy that you may even have to buy an extra to keep your man from stealing yours. Use quilting rulers for the obvious, quilting, or use...

Before the invention of thangles, cutting half-square triangles was a complicated process. If you wanted to sew half-square triangles, you would have to add 7/8-inch to the desired finished square...

Using a good quality ruler designed for quilting and sewing can simplify the process of designing and cutting a quilt. While you could simply use a yardstick or regular ruler, a quilting ruler...

A bow tie quilt is a kind of quilt that is made by create many different blocks. The basic block for this project is easy to create. Once all the requires blocks are made, they are stitched...

The flying geese quilt pattern looks complicated, but you can learn to master it. This block is made with three triangles to create one flying goose and two triangles of sky. You sew two or three...

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...

A double wedding ring quilt is challenging even for experienced quilters. When finished, this quilt appears to have two layers of interlocking wedding rings that intersect and overlap one another....

A traditional log cabin quilt is made with a red square center and strips of fabric are sewn around the square. This creates a stacked, or log cabin effect to the squares. To create a log cabin...

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

Quilts of the "on point" design are beautiful creations. Each row of the pattern appears to set the pattern block on its side. However, they do take some mathematical skill and a knowledge of...

Paper piecing or foundation quilting utilizes a foundation fabric or paper for the base of the quilt's composition. Strips of fabric are then sewn onto the fabric in clockwise or counter-clockwise...

Preserve your memories of special events with a quilt made from T-shirts. Athletic events, schools, concerts and favorite children's wear combine to provide unlimited possibilities.