But just in case you’re new around here, the links to the rest of the series are: Part 1: Equipment Part 2: Choosing fabric Part 3: Picking patterns Part 4: Cutting and sewing a 9-patch block Part 5: Sashes and Borders Part 6: Preparing for a … Continue reading
Last week in the Very Basics of Quilting we found out how to prepare our quilt tops for a long arm quilter. This week is all about learning how to quilt it ourselves. I’ll be the first to tell you that I’m … Continue reading
Can you believe we’re already at part 6? Just a couple more parts and we’ll be more advanced than the very basics! Today I have a special treat. Lisa, from That Crazy Quilty Girl, is here to tell us all about … Continue reading
We took a little Christmas break, but now we’re back with more basic quilting instructions! Don’t miss the first four parts of this series: Part 1: Equipment Part 2: Choosing fabric Part 3: Picking patterns Part 4: Cutting and sewing a 9-patch block Today we … Continue reading
Since we’ve already done all this, we’re ready to begin sewing! Today we’re going to make a 9-patch block. Like I said earlier, this is a block made from 9 patches. Pretty simple, huh? Let’s begin. First choose nine fabrics for your nine patches. … Continue reading
Welcome back to the Very Basics of Quilting Series. So, we’ve amassed our supplies, and chosen our fabrics. This week let’s pick a pattern. Now you might love the look of cathedral windows or a double wedding ring quilt. But for your very … Continue reading
Hi there. I know this is quite late, since it should have been posted Friday. Thanks for waiting on me! I’ve been finishing up some new patterns that should be out really soon. This week we’re going to talk about … Continue reading
I decided to write a few posts up about quilting how-to for the very beginning quilter. This may not pertain to most of you, but people always tell me they would love to quilt but don’t know where to start. … Continue reading