Pressing Seams in Quilting, Best Tips from Quilters
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 Tutorial
Want to hang your quilt on a wall? Here is the best way to make a hanging sleeve for a quilt! There are many different methods for adding a sleeve,...
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
Hidden Wells Quilt Block Pattern and Tutorial
The Hidden Wells quilt block pattern is super fun (and easy) to make. You start with four strips of fabric all the same width and sew them together. Cut some…
How to Make a Modern Mosaic Quilt Block: Free Pattern
The Modern Mosaic quilt block uses three fabrics to create a pattern that moves across your quilt, similar to a tile mosaic pattern. It is put together only using half…
What is a Fat Quarter Pre-Cut in Quilting?
So, what exactly is a fat quarter pre-cut in quilting? If you are new to sewing or quilting, you'll want to know about fat quarters! Those are the neat little…
Cat Quilt Block Pattern: Free Tutorial
Whether you are a cat owner or not, you'll have fun with this simple cat quilt block pattern! Perfect for beginner quilters, this cat face quilt block comes together quickly.…
Best Tips on How to Choose Fabric for a Quilt
You are ready to make a quilt. You go to your local quilt shop and you are overwhelmed with all of the fabric choices. In this article, I'll guide you…
Confetti Quilting: Art Quilts from Scrap Fabric
Improvisational piecing results in original fiber art design that evolves piece by piece. The quilt is pieced on my home sewing machine and hand quilted.
How to Use a Rotary Cutter – Tips for Beginners
Need to cut straight cuts in your fabric for sewing projects and quilt blocks? The rotary cutter will be your best friend! With a ruler and rotary mat, they make…
How to Bind a Quilt, Step-by-Step Tutorial
You've make the quilt top, made the quilt sandwich it with batting and backing, quilted it, and now what? It is time to choose whether you want to bind the…