Pressing Seams in Quilting
We asked some of our favorite quilters: "When it comes to pressing seams in quilting, people can be set in their ways. (See what we did there??) Which camp are...
Quilt Tutorials
Learn how to quilt with our new free quilt tutorials – from basic quilt blocks like flying geese to binding a quilt to quilting tips and tricks. Enjoy the surprise of a disappearing nine patch pattern or find a comfy chair to learn English paper piecing. Browse our quilt tutorials for tested techniques.
Quilt Making Basics
How to Make a Hanging Sleeve for a Quilt
Want to hang your quilt on a wall? Here is the best way to make a hanging sleeve for a quilt! Most quilts are hung using a rod or a...
How to Face a Quilt
There are many different ways to face a quilt, but this is my favorite technique. This method reduces bulk in the corners, and the stay stitching makes a nice clean...
More Quilt Tutorials
Pine Cone Quilts
Betty Ford Smith keeps the legacy of Pine Cone quilts alive. After interviewing her for Create Whimsy I became fascinated with Pine Cone Quilts, also referred to as a Pine…
Prairie Point Pinwheel Quilt Pattern
Combine two popular traditional quilting techniques with this pattern, prairie points with a basic four patch quilt block, to create a prairie point pinwheel quilt pattern. The prairie points add…
3D Pinwheel Quilt Pattern
Are you looking to add a touch of whimsy, texture and visual interest to your quilting projects? Look no further than the fascinating 3D pinwheel quilt pattern. This eye-catching design…
Drunkards Path Quilt Pattern
The Drunkards Path quilt pattern is a traditional quilt pattern that can create movement across the quilt top using quarter circle blocks. It's a classic design that features curved quilt…
Keyhole Quilt Pattern Version 2
So many quilt blocks, so many versions! As I worked on the traditional Keyhole quilt block, I discovered there is a second quilt block with the same name which I'll…
Keyhole Quilt Pattern Version 1
A Keyhole Quilt is a traditional quilt block that is traditionally made in two colors. For a fresh approach, you might consider using three colors to accentuate the key hole.…
Stitch in the Ditch
Learn more about the stitch in the ditch quilting technique. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned quilters, this method allows the fabric and patchwork design shine, while the quilting blends…
Quilt Size Chart
So, how wide or long should the finished quilt be? We've compiled the most common sizes of quilts, which batting size to use and how to calculate the finished size…