Back to School, Back to You

Back to School, Back to You

As the kids head back to school, why not dive into something new yourself? Explore inspiring courses in quilting, embroidery, and sewing—designed to build skills and bring joy to your... READ MORE

A Year of Inspiration: The 2026 Patchwork Place Quilt Calendar Is More Than Just a Pretty Face

A Year of Inspiration: The 2026 Patchwork Place...

If your idea of a perfect year includes vibrant fabrics, satisfying stitches, and a stack of finished quilt tops to show for it, then get ready to fall in love... READ MORE

A sewing tip: something to think about when you add a pocket! #SewingTips for #DollClothesPatterns

A sewing tip: something to think about when you...

This blog post is written by Chelly Wood and has been republished from her blog, ChellyWood.com.  READ MORE

Signature Labels and Keepsake Pockets

Signature Labels and Keepsake Pockets

I have a question for you, do you want to learn how to add a personal touch to your stitched creations? If the answer is yes, then I would like... READ MORE

Start Early… Sew All Day!

Start Early… Sew All Day!

Can a lifelong night owl learn to love early mornings? One quilter shares how self-employment (and marriage to a morning person) reshaped her routine—and productivity. READ MORE

Projects You Can Make This Weekend – Start Friday, Finish Sunday!

Projects You Can Make This Weekend – Start Frid...

Get creative this weekend with a fun project you can start Friday and finish by Sunday. Choose from sewing the Colorblock LOVE quilt, crafting a royal mermaid crown, making hexie... READ MORE

Christmas In July. Yes, July. Yes, Christmas. You’re early (and brilliant)

Christmas In July. Yes, July. Yes, Christmas. Y...

Get festive early with Christmas in July courses! Quilt a North Pole heirloom, craft a stunning panel quilt, embroider folk art ornaments, and weave cozy stockings for heartfelt handmade gifts... READ MORE

Picnic Perfect: Handmade Projects to Elevate Your Summer Gatherings

Picnic Perfect: Handmade Projects to Elevate Yo...

Add handmade color and texture to your summer gatherings. From ice-dyed napkins to quilted pillows and ombré table runners, these courses teach beautiful techniques for alfresco dining and outdoor entertaining... READ MORE

Embroidery Extravaganza, July 17, 2025

Embroidery Extravaganza, July 17, 2025

Explore free-form bead embroidery with texture, dimension, and sparkle. Learn continuous bead stitches, peyote stitch, and create an embellished etui project to enrich your embroidery practice with unique, shimmering designs.... READ MORE

Have a Good Day… Quilting!

Have a Good Day… Quilting!

When work gets overwhelming, sometimes you just need a quilting mental health day. That’s how I turned a simple deer panel wall hanging into a cozy lap quilt in one... READ MORE

Embroider with Laura Wasilowski

Embroider with Laura Wasilowski

Are you a tense stitcher? Is your hand embroidery tighter than a ukulele string ready to pop? Do you want to loosen up and find the joy in stitchery again? ... READ MORE

Vision Crafts. Get Creative and Manifest Your Dreams.

Vision Crafts. Get Creative and Manifest Your D...

Reconnect with your creativity through miniature-inspired crafts. Stitch symbols of hope, build dreamy dollhouses, and create tiny manifestation suitcases. These calming projects, books, and journal prompts prove small steps can... READ MORE

Peaceful Projects, Anywhere. Crafts That Can Travel Well

Peaceful Projects, Anywhere. Crafts That Can Tr...

Bring creativity along this summer with beginner-friendly crafts that travel well. Stitch hexies by the lake, embroider bugs at camp, or block print outdoors—these projects make every adventure a chance... READ MORE

Free-Form Bead Embroidery: Texture and Sparkle!

Free-Form Bead Embroidery: Texture and Sparkle!

Learn free-form bead embroidery basics with expert Christen Brown. Discover beads, tools, and stitches to create textured designs. Join her live at the virtual Embroidery Extravaganza on July 17, 2025,... READ MORE

Carol Doak's Starry Beginnings

Carol Doak's Starry Beginnings

It was the summer of 2023 and I was anxiously awaiting the release of my newest book, 60 Fabulous Paper-Pieced Stars, 2nd Ed. Because we had added new additional star blocks... READ MORE

C&T Staff Picks for Summer 2025

C&T Staff Picks for Summer 2025

Sunshine, longer days, and the sweet scent of summer, what better time to unleash your creativity? While crafting is a joy year-round, there’s something extra magical about making things during... READ MORE

🎉 Embroidery Extravaganza 2025: Thread New Possibilities!

🎉 Embroidery Extravaganza 2025: Thread New Poss...

Is your stitching starting to feel… uninspired? Are you craving bold techniques, juicy color palettes, and vibrant textures that truly make your hoop sing? Then mark your calendar for July... READ MORE

How to Quilt… for Free!

How to Quilt… for Free!

Rising fabric costs have me embracing a “make do” mindset—digging into my stash instead of buying new. Inspired by quilters of the past, I’m finding joy in the creative challenge... READ MORE

Printing Fabric on a Home Inkjet Printer

Printing Fabric on a Home Inkjet Printer

You can print on fabric at home with your inkjet printer! Learn key tips for smooth printing, why pre-treated fabric matters, and how to choose the right kind—plus one simple... READ MORE

The Mandala Project by Kim Jamieson-Hirst

The Mandala Project by Kim Jamieson-Hirst

Ready to conquer free motion quilting? In The Mandala Project, Kim Jamieson-Hirst guides you through approachable motifs, creative techniques, and a beautiful wall hanging you'll be proud to quilt—no perfection... READ MORE

A Slower, Stitch-Filled Summer: Relaxing Projects to Make by Hand

A Slower, Stitch-Filled Summer: Relaxing Projec...

Step away from the hustle and reconnect with calm, creative energy. These embroidery, needle felt, and crochet-fusion projects are perfect for slowing down, relaxing, and making something meaningful this summer—one... READ MORE

8 capsule wardrobe essentials for your closet

8 capsule wardrobe essentials for your closet

A capsule wardrobe is a collection of versatile clothing pieces that work together to create a variety of looks. Think... READ MORE

Sew Your Summer Style: Inspiring Projects from Our Favorite Garment Books

Sew Your Summer Style: Inspiring Projects from ...

Ready to refresh your summer wardrobe? Explore our top garment sewing books—each packed with standout projects, pro tips, and stylish patterns. From breezy basics to bold accessories, you’ll find something... READ MORE

Sisters, Oregon— The Town that Quilting Built

Sisters, Oregon— The Town that Quilting Built

In 1975, a small quilt display in Sisters, Oregon, sparked a beloved tradition. The Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show grew from a dozen quilts to the world’s largest outdoor quilt event,... READ MORE

Dancing Squares

Dancing Squares

Debby Kratovil plays with a Layer Cake from Benartex’s 2025 LTD collection, creating a quilt that features three “Colorburst Squares” from her Quilter’s NEW Perpetual Block-a-Day Calendar. With shifting centers... READ MORE

Ten Years Gone

Ten Years Gone

If you think that passing ten years without starting that quilt sounds like a lot, let me assure you it is not. That time will go by quicker than you... READ MORE

Sashiko Today: Embrace the Beauty of Japanese Stitching and Mindful Mending

Sashiko Today: Embrace the Beauty of Japanese S...

Discover the beauty of sashiko, a timeless Japanese embroidery art that blends mindful mending with elegant design. From beginner guides and stencils to in-depth courses, explore tools and techniques to... READ MORE

Jennifer Rapacki Sewing Studio Tour: 2 Ways to Create a Design Wall

Jennifer Rapacki Sewing Studio Tour: 2 Ways to ...

When I moved back to Colorado in 2018 after 20 years in California, one of the features I wanted for a house was a walk-out basement so I could create... READ MORE

Learn Art Quilting Online: Texture, Color, and Design Techniques for Quilters

Learn Art Quilting Online: Texture, Color, and ...

What happens when quilting becomes a form of self-expression rather than just stitching blocks together? That’s the magic of art quilting—where fabric becomes your canvas, and thread your brush. Whether... READ MORE

From Neckties to Keepsakes: Turning Dad’s Ties into Pillows for His Granddaughters

From Neckties to Keepsakes: Turning Dad’s Ties ...

Turn cherished neckties into keepsake pillows for Father’s Day. Author and quilter, Julia McLeod, transforms her late dad’s ties into special gifts for her daughters—combining memory, love, and silk with... READ MORE