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How to Price Your Handmade Quilts and Fiber Art
So, you are ready to sell your quilts or fiber art. How do you price your handmade quilts? What should you consider? We asked some of our friends how they…
How to Make an Irish Chain Quilt: Free Tutorial
The Irish chain quilt is a classic traditional quilt made with nine patch blocks and squares of fabric for the background. Using only two fabrics, this quilt pattern comes together…
Spotlight: Leilani Purvis, Fiber Artist
Leilani Purvis is an award-winning fiber artist and teacher who creates detailed textile art inspired by nature. Look closely at her work; see the animals' inner mood through their eyes.…
Spotlight: Jacki Donhou, Amigurumi Pattern Designer & Author
Jacki Donhou creates whimsical and unique amigurumi crocheted creatures. Her advice? Keep practicing and you'll get better. When did you first start crocheting? How did you start designing your own…
Spotlight: Mandy Pedigo, Fiber Artist
Mandy Pedigo is a dedicated researcher and writer, who brings stories to life in her fiber art. She explores her heritage, as well as land, water, and environmental issues as…
Spotlight: Heather Stoltz, Fiber Artist
Heather Stoltz creates quilted wall hangings and fabric sculptures inspired by social justice issues, Jewish texts, and life as a mother. Look closely at the details in her pieces to…
Spotlight: Megan Leedom, Modern Fiber Artist
Megan Leedom spends most of her time in nature, drawing inspiration from the world around her. She combines the traditional arts of macrame and weaving to create unique wall hangings…
Scrappy Heart Mug Rug Sewing Project: Easy Tutorial
Make this adorable heart mug rug to share your love - on Valentine's Day and every day! Use up some of your smaller scraps to piece the heart and batting…
How to Make the Duck Tracks Quilt Block Pattern
Learn how to make the Duck Tracks Quilt Block with our step-by-step instructions. Only two types of blocks are used - squares and half-square triangles. Even though it looks like…
Working in a Small Group: Sassy
Many artists join or create small groups for sharing and critique which becomes an important part of their art practice. Working in a small group is a way to bounce…
Spotlight: Courtney Zerizef, Quilter and Teacher
Courtney Zerizef started using a sewing machine in her mid-20s. For Courtney, creating something is where she feels the most at peace. It’s where her brain can finally turn off,…
Spotlight: Willy Doreleijers, Textile Artist
Willy Doreleijers creates detailed textile art that draws attention to the influence of humans on their living environment. Her pieces are rich compositions, characterized by her bold use of color…
Spotlight: Fleur Rendell, Visual Artist
Fleur Rendell has enjoyed art throughout her life, both as a maker and a viewer. She finds inspiration for her work in everyday objects and items that hold memories. How…
Spotlight: Viviana Lombrozo, Visual Artist
Viviana Lombrozo enjoys working with a variety of materials and techniques to create her art. Her favorite part? The actual creative process of artmaking. How did you find yourself on…
Machine Trapunto Quilting Tutorial: Adding Texture
Trapunto is a technique that has been used for centuries. It is the art of adding padding to create a raised surface on fibers. You'll see this technique used in…
Spotlight: Joyce Martelli, Fiber Artist
Joyce Martelli grew up with her mother who quilted but didn't have an interest until she took an art quilt class. She works across multiple media, creating art quilts and…
Spotlight: Elina Lukas, Abstract Artist
Elina Lukas creates abstract art that is impacted by her surroundings, shapes, light and shadows, emotions, and the need to feel peace and tranquility. She works with discipline and consistency,…
How to Choose Batting for a Quilt: Tips and Types
Your quilt top is done and you are ready to quilt. Are you overwhelmed when you are in the batting aisle in your local quilt shop? So many choices for…