Back to Fabric Basics

Back to Fabric Basics

How do I build a quality fabric stash? How do I take care of my stash? And how do I store it? These questions,... READ MORE

Interview with Lindsay Conner

Interview with Lindsay Conner

Please welcome to the blog today Lindsay Conner, author of  READ MORE

Sew Handy

Sew Handy

Pop quiz: Which choice below isn’t a real sewing machine foot? A. Zigzag stitch B. Overcast C. Loop... READ MORE

I Love Precut Quilts! Blog Hop Kickoff

I Love Precut Quilts! Blog Hop Kickoff

Greetings! My name is Tricia Maloney and I'm the author of the new C&T book,  I Love Precut Quilts! I'm... READ MORE

A Subtle Spooky

A Subtle Spooky

Well—I never thought I’d appreciate a chic, understated Halloween.The spookiest of holidays usually stands for crazy... READ MORE

Interview with Thom Atkins

Interview with Thom Atkins

Today we're getting an inside perspective from the author of Beading Artistry for Quilts READ MORE

I Want These!

I Want These!

Instead of writing this blog post, I texted my mom saying I have to make these.  READ MORE

Free Project from Foolproof Crazy-Quilt Projects

Free Project from Foolproof Crazy-Quilt Projects

Sew a bright and funky sewing pouch with these instructions from Foolproof Crazy-Quilt Projects READ MORE

Boxes and Pouches and Totes, Oh My!

Boxes and Pouches and Totes, Oh My!

Finding a bag, tote, or organizer that fits your style can be difficult. Often a piece fulfills your needs in one... READ MORE

The Freedom of Appliqué!

The Freedom of Appliqué!

Disclaimer: This post contains the opinions of an appliqué lover. Felicia Brenoe is the author of popular appliqué pattern pack  My Cozy Village and her new book on appliqué, The Quiltmaker's Butterfly... READ MORE

Crazy Cats and Adorable Dogs

Crazy Cats and Adorable Dogs

Hi! I'm Mary Hertel, author of Cute & Clever Totes and  READ MORE

Braid Quilt from Finders Keepers Quilts

Braid Quilt from Finders Keepers Quilts

One of the quilts found in the abandoned house that inspired  READ MORE

Quilter's Block

Quilter's Block

Artist’s block, quilter’s block—it’s all the same. Every once in a while (or more often than that!), the ideas stop... READ MORE

Interview with Cindy Grisdela

Interview with Cindy Grisdela

Today we have a wonderful interview with Cindy Grisdela, the talented and charming author of  READ MORE

Interview with Michele Hill

Interview with Michele Hill

We have a wonderful interview today with author Michele Hill, best known for her William Morris–inspired appliqué... READ MORE

Fast and Fun Projects to Paper Piece

Fast and Fun Projects to Paper Piece

Hello! I am Mary Hertel, a READ MORE

Primitive Charm

Primitive Charm

A hand-sewn, well-worn bird resting on your mantelpiece can, all at once, remind visitors of childhood holidays at a... READ MORE

Free Puzzle from Happy Quilter Word Search

Free Puzzle from Happy Quilter Word Search

We love Pat Yamin's addictive word search book, Happy Quilter Word Search, so today we're happy to READ MORE

Use Scraps, Make Space

Use Scraps, Make Space

Have you ever thought, “It sure would be nice to have that corner back for the ficus”? This could be a READ MORE

Excerpt from Stitching with Beatrix Potter

Excerpt from Stitching with Beatrix Potter

Please enjoy the short excerpt from Stitching with Beatrix Potter by Michele Hill below! READ MORE

Interview with Nicole Mallalieu

Interview with Nicole Mallalieu

Today we have a fantastic interview with pattern designer and garment sewist  READ MORE

A Blue Thread of History

A Blue Thread of History

All quilts have a story. With each stitch, their makers imbue the spirit of care, creativity, and warmth into their... READ MORE

In the Studio with Angela Walters

In the Studio with Angela Walters

Learn how you can take your quilting to the next level with Angela Walter's expert guidance!  READ MORE

Pantone's 2017 Color of the Year: Greenery

Pantone's 2017 Color of the Year: Greenery

Pantone has announced their 2017 color of the year: Greenery! As they say in their announcement, "Greenery is a fresh... READ MORE

Interview with Diana Richards

Interview with Diana Richards

Just in time for Christmas, we have an exclusive interview with Diana Richards, one of the authors of  READ MORE

Shape by Shape Free-Motion Quilting with Angela Walters Video

Shape by Shape Free-Motion Quilting with Angela...

In the video below, Angela Walters shows you how unintimidating quilting can be when you break it down into... READ MORE

Embrace the Baste

Embrace the Baste

Basting is an important step in sewing, especially when working in felted-wool appliqué. I have seen many of my... READ MORE

Susan Carlson's Quilt Market Exhibit

Susan Carlson's Quilt Market Exhibit

Were you able to attend Quilt Market? If you were, I hope you also had the chance to view Susan Carlson's stunning... READ MORE

kraft-tex Gift Cones

kraft-tex Gift Cones

Adapt a versatile kraft-tex cone into unlimited festive gift bags! Supplies: 17" x 4" rectan READ MORE