Quilting & Sewing

Articles on quilting, sewing, and fiber arts

The Quilter’s Gift Guide

1. Creative Grids Rulers Their non-slip back actually works and their markings are clear and smart--just what you always wanted…

5 years ago

Summer Star Sampler Quilt

Stats Size: 70" x 70"Time: ~100 working hrs3-4hrs for each of the 17 star blocksHundreds of grey star and border…

5 years ago

Raw Edge Applique Quilt

It's a labor of love to know who you're making a custom quilt for: from design to finish, it's like…

5 years ago

Fields of Flowers Quilt

Stats Size: 71" x 98"Weight: 6lb 6ozTime: ~51 hrsDesign: 4hrsCutting: 8hrsPiecing: 26hrsQuilting: 10.5hrsBinding: 3hrsCost: ~$330Quilting fabric: $200Backing and binding fabric:…

5 years ago

Guestbook Wedding Quilt

Having guests sign a quilt instead of a guest book is a great way to create wall art that will…

5 years ago

Vintage-Inspired, Paper-Pieced Baby Quilt

There's something comforting about traditional, vintage quilts. Here's a modern take on a vintage pattern, using bright fabrics and quilting…

5 years ago

These balls were made for hanging

I had to make these when I saw them in Make it Sew Modern. I couldn't figure out how they were…

5 years ago

How to Sew Outdoor Cushions with Piping

It takes 40 yards of piping to make 8 cushions. Crazy. I checked my math at least 5 times. Box cushions…

5 years ago

Medallion Quilt–Japanese Linen

Meet our newest addition to our home!  After a long string of quilting for others, I relished spending time on…

5 years ago

The Wave Wholecloth Quilt

This has been my most ambitious project so far, and I was mentally exhausted after finishing it. I started with the…

5 years ago