Quilting Tutorials

Pre cuts are some of the most convenient, time-saving fabric options available! Most of the cutting and even picking fabric is done for you. We also love that you can get an entire collection affordably with one of these fun sets. This week, we are going to work with 2 jelly roll packs to put together a modern quilt top that is quick and easy and can be completed in only a few hours.   What is a Jelly Roll? A jelly roll can be called by different names, but ultimately what we are looking for is a roll of...

There are so many quilting tools available and we are excited to share some of our favorite tools and finds! When we first saw Applipops, we immediately knew that we wanted to test them out and share them with you. After getting our own set and playing around with them, we loved how easy they are to use and all the options you have for incorporating them into quilting projects. Making circles with nice even edges is one of the hardest things to accomplish by hand and this tool makes it a piece of cake!   What are Applipops? Applipops...

In a quest to actually finish all our quilts (it’s hard to snuggle under a quilt top), we are sharing a new free motion quilting motif with you each month. These are simple motifs that can easily be tackled by a beginner. Grab a practice quilt sandwich and some extra thread and try it out. You may just find a new favorite quilting motif! This month, we are learning how to quilt easy vines.   Where To Use a Vine Quilting Motif Like feathers, this quilting motif is very versatile. You can use it as an all over design and...

How to Easily Baste Your Quilt Most of us have steps of the quilting project that we really don’t enjoy. Basting is that step for me. I love having it done so I can move on to quilting, but the thought of crawling around on the floor and trying to keep the quilt flat and wrinkle free is very daunting. Luckily, I don’t have to worry about that anymore! With the simple addition of 3 cheap pool noodles, I’m now able to baste our quilts quickly and easily on the dining room table, no knee or back pain required.  ...

Now that your quilt top is pieced, sandwiched and quilted, it’s time to bind it. But first, you need to trim and square it up. We’ve found an easy tool to help you quickly do just that, without worrying about trying to keep your ruler straight as you move it along the side.   Do I need to Square Up my Quilt Top? Honestly, no. There are lots of quilts we don’t square up, just trim and bind. However, if you are worried about an edge being wonky, it’s certainly worth taking the time to do. Sometimes our quilts come...