When is it better to wash the quilts: before or after binding? I wash all my quilts, after the quilting is done and before the binding is applied. I thought that all quilters do this but after a little research on Internet I came to the conclusion that this a controversial subject. So I will try to explain why I do this. First of all, I wash all my quilts, no matter what kind of quilts they … [Read more...]
Sunday Morning Reading 4
Lazy Girl's Guide to zip ends Sewing mitered corners Working with templates but taking advantage of a ruler - brilliant idea. Sunbonnet Emma and Friends - ADORABLE Elizabeth's Studio fabric; check the entire line. Paper Flower Pomanders Paper art by Lisa Rodden Lace Macarons Hexagon Carpet - who wouldn't love this? Sewing Studio Inspiration Apple Roses Dessert - you will LOVE … [Read more...]
15 Quilting Tips I’ve Learned in 15 Years of Quilting
I still remember the first day I browsed quilting pages on Internet. It was 15 years ago! And the quilting world was very different than what it is now. I remember someone telling me a few times: "You will be bored soon! You will give up"! Well, I am happy that 15 years later, I still quilt and more important, I still ENJOY quilting. And this is amazing because these were 15 years of lonely … [Read more...]
Sunday Morning Reading 3
Colorwash quilts Beautiful Hexagon quilt Lone Star block tutorial Beautiful quilting on a lone star quilt Ginger Snap- beautiful Heather Bailey new fabric collection Valori Wells - In The Bloom How to fix the awkward gap on pants that are a little too big More paper than shoes - breathtaking paper flowers Great storage idea Lovely display rack Marie Forleo- Value what you do - … [Read more...]
New quilt patterns
I am so glad I finished these quilts and patterns! The apple quilt is really a fun quilt. At this medium size - 30'' x 34'', the appliques and the quilting were quick and easy. And the paisley motifs fills the space quickly!! I used a thick and fluffy polyester batting and I basted the quilt sandwich with adhesive spray, I like this basting method for small or medium size quilts. It's … [Read more...]
Free Quilt Design
Free Quilt Design for my newsletter subscribers. It was hard to choose the design of this month. I made a series and because I love them all, I will share them soon with a new raw edge applique tutorial. Even coloring them is fun! If you are not on my newsletter list and like this design, subscribe below and download it. In case you missed it, today is the last day of pattern sale. … [Read more...]
Sunday Morning Reading 2
Hemming a napkin Sewing with oilcloth/laminated cotton - the last tip is amazing!! Using templates but taking advantage of a ruler Getting to know batting Color inspiration How to Create a Custom Color Palette In PicMonkey Paper Ranunculus 8 clever ways to organize with Ikea Storage solutions all around the house 6 Daily Habits for Success Enjoy your Sunday! Geta … [Read more...]
Learning quilting from mistakes
For me, this wholecloth quilt was a difficult project and I learned a lot working on it. What was your biggest mistake? What did you learn from it? Check out my free motion quilting ebook here! … [Read more...]
Apple Quilt Pattern
The first apple is finished. If a beginner quilter is wondering why a beautiful pattern needs quilting, here is the answer. I know in my first months of quilting I was so enthusiastic (and overwhelmed) about the patchwork patterns and my thinking was that those alone are enough for a beautiful quilt. Then I changed my mind... I am not a big fan of variegated thread, but on this little … [Read more...]
Big rulers for quilters
What is your biggest ruler? I am the proud owner of two 20'' Creative Grids rulers. The first one arrived to me with a damaged corner and Fat Quarter Shop sent me another one- thank you! I think selling rulers (especially big ones) is more trouble for shops than benefit! For my quilts with center design this big ruler is of big help; it is much easier to square up a quilt with such a big … [Read more...]
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