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pros and cons of foundation paper piecing

Pros and Cons of Foundation Paper Piecing

Foundation paper piecing (FPP) is a popular quilting technique that lets you create precise blocks, sharp points, and intricate designs. But is it right for you? In this post, we...

Pros and Cons of Foundation Paper Piecing

Foundation paper piecing (FPP) is a popular quilting technique that lets you create precise blocks, sharp points, and intricate designs. But is it right for you? In this post, we...

Berry Parfait quilt layout variations

Berry Parfait quilt layout variations

Discover the versatility of the Berry Parfait quilt block! By rotating and arranging the same block in different ways, you can create multiple quilt layouts that look entirely unique. In...

Berry Parfait quilt layout variations

Discover the versatility of the Berry Parfait quilt block! By rotating and arranging the same block in different ways, you can create multiple quilt layouts that look entirely unique. In...

tips for creating a controlled scrappy quilt

Tips for creating a controlled scrappy quilt

Scrappy quilts are a fantastic way to use up fabric leftovers, but sometimes too much chaos can overwhelm your design. That’s where controlled scrappy quilts come in! By limiting color...

Tips for creating a controlled scrappy quilt

Scrappy quilts are a fantastic way to use up fabric leftovers, but sometimes too much chaos can overwhelm your design. That’s where controlled scrappy quilts come in! By limiting color...

Handquilting with perle thread

Handquilting with perle thread

Hand quilting with perle thread is a beautiful way to add bold texture and personality to your quilts. Unlike traditional fine quilting thread, perle cotton has a lovely sheen and...

Handquilting with perle thread

Hand quilting with perle thread is a beautiful way to add bold texture and personality to your quilts. Unlike traditional fine quilting thread, perle cotton has a lovely sheen and...

What are low volume fabrics?

What are low volume fabrics?

Low volume fabrics may be subtle, but they can make a big impact in your quilting! These soft, often neutral prints—ranging from delicate text and tiny florals to tone-on-tone geometrics—add...

What are low volume fabrics?

Low volume fabrics may be subtle, but they can make a big impact in your quilting! These soft, often neutral prints—ranging from delicate text and tiny florals to tone-on-tone geometrics—add...

spinning seams demonstration to reduce bulk

Spinning Seams to reduce bulk

Tired of bulky intersections in your quilt blocks? In this demonstration, I’ll show you how to spin seams to reduce bulk and create flatter quilts. Perfect for beginners and experienced...

Spinning Seams to reduce bulk

Tired of bulky intersections in your quilt blocks? In this demonstration, I’ll show you how to spin seams to reduce bulk and create flatter quilts. Perfect for beginners and experienced...