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 and half-square triangles, to binding a quilt and quilting tips and tricks.
Whether you want to make table runners, wall hangings, or baby quilts, we’ve got free quilt patterns and tutorials just for you! Make it easy by starting with precut fabrics like charm packs, layer cakes, and jelly rolls. Each of our tutorials has clear instructions for both beginner and experienced quilters.
And, some of our free patterns include quilting videos!
We share with you our favorite quilting supplies, which ones you might want, and, more importantly, which ones you don’t need.
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
How to Join Binding on a Quilt: No Bulk Tutorial
You've finished your quilt top, quilted it and now ready to bind it. Learn how to join binding on a quilt with a diagonal seam that isn't bulky with our…
How to Sew Mitered Corners on a Quilt: Step-by-Step Tutorial
Once you learn how to sew mitered corners on a quilt you'll wonder why it took you so long! They are super easy - it's all about folding the fabric…
How to Sew Prairie Points: Easy Quilt Tutorial
Learn how to make prairie points and get some ideas for using them in your quilting projects. Prairie points start with squares of fabric that are then folded into triangles.…
Pine Cone Quilts: Free Tutorial and Project Ideas
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: Easy Tutorial
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 Block Pattern Tutorial
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…