Qulting cutting mat with rotary cutters and fabric

Eco-friendly Fabrics

Eco-Friendly Fabrics for Quilting: A Sustainable Stitch Forward When it comes to quilting, eco-friendly fabrics aren’t just a passing trend—they’re a meaningful step toward a more sustainable craft. If you’re passionate about quilting and the planet, you might already know the significant role these materials play in reducing environmental impact.

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bernette b77 sewing machine

Bernette B77 Review

Bernette B77 Review: A Quilter’s Delight with $200 in Exclusive Accessories If you’re passionate about quilting, the Bernette B77 could be your perfect companion. Known for its impressive versatility and user-friendly design, this sewing machine stands out in a crowded market. It’s especially popular among quilters who appreciate its precision

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Downloadable quilt patterns

Downloadable Quilt Patterns

Downloadable quilt patterns have become increasingly popular among quilters in recent years. With the rise of digital technology, it’s now easier than ever to find and download patterns online. In this article, we’ll take a look at where to find these patterns and how to download and use them. Where

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Brother Embroidery Machines

Brother Embroidery Machines

Brother Embroidery Machines: The perfect machines for Quilting and Embroidery Brother Industries, Ltd. is a renowned company in the sewing, quilting and embroidery industry, producing high-quality machines that cater to various needs. With its innovative technology and user-friendly interface, Brother embroidery machines can handle any project with ease. In this

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Sewing Clips

If you’re a  quilter, you know how important it is to have the right tools at hand to make your job easier and more efficient. Enter sewing clips! One of the most useful tools for quilting are the Otylzto sewing clips. These small but mighty clips are  a must-have for

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Rowenta Steam Iron

Rowenta Steam Iron

The Rowenta Steam Irons Perfect Pro DG8624 is a high-end steam ironing system designed to provide exceptional performance and ease of use. is a great choice for quilters who need to iron and press their fabric frequently. The powerful steam output and large water tank make it easy to remove

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Accuquilt Go fabric cutter

Accuquilt Go fabric cutter

The Accuquilt Go fabric cutter is a die-cutting machine that cuts multiple layers of fabric at once, an excellent tool for quilters, sewers, and crafters! This starter set includes the GO! Big Electric Fabric Cutter, a 6″ x 6″ cutting mat, a 14″ x 16″ cutting mat, and a starter

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Accuquilt

Accuquilt

The Accuquilt Membership is an excellent program that provides numerous benefits to quilters. With a membership, quilters gain access to exclusive discounts, tutorials, patterns, and more. Let’s take a closer look….. Accuquilt Accuquilt has a range of cutting-edge tools that helps quilters cut precise fabric shapes, and the membership program

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singer 4411 heavy duty sewing machine

Singer 4411 heavy duty sewing machine

The Singer 4411 heavy-duty sewing machine is designed for home and professional use. It has a sturdy build, with a metal frame and a powerful motor that can sew through thick fabrics with ease. In this review, we’ll discuss the functions and features, pros and cons, and overall conclusion of

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Handi Quilter Bobbin Winder

Handi Quilter Bobbin Winder

The Handi Quilter Bobbin Winder is a tool that is designed to make the process of winding bobbins much easier and faster for quilters. It is a high-quality machine that is perfect for those who love quilting and want to save time. Features of the Handi Quilter Bobbin Winder It

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Juki Sewing Machines

Juki Sewing Machines

Juki (Juki Sewing Machines) is a Japanese sewing machine company that has been in the business for over 80 years. The company has a rich history of innovation and quality, which has made it a top choice for sewing enthusiasts and professionals around the world. Juki sewing machines are known

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free motion quilting with the Designio DZ3400

Free Motion Quilting Designs

Introduction to Free Motion Quilting Quilting is a fun and rewarding hobby that allows you to create beautiful and functional pieces of art. One aspect of quilting that many people find intimidating is free motion quilting, which involves using a sewing machine to create intricate designs on the fabric. However,

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Juki HZL-NX7 quilting machine

Juki HZL-NX7 Kirei

The Juki HZL-NX7 Kirei is a computerized sewing machine designed for advanced and professional sewing. This machine has a large arm and offers numerous features that make sewing an enjoyable and easy task. In this review, we will explore the various features, advantages, and disadvantages of the Juki HZL-NX7 Kirei.

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Making Face Masks from Fat Quarters

Making Face Masks from Fat Quarters

I’ve been making face masks from fat quarters and old scraps of fabric, much prettier then the ones you can buy! Fat quarters work well for this pattern and SO easy to make. They are nice and comfy, no elastic is used, the ties are made from stretch t-shirts. I’ve

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Juki Sewing Machines

Juki TL2010q

The Juki TL-2010q  is a sturdy workhorse of a machine, just what it looks like and great for quilting! It doesn’t have lots of bells and whistles but, like all Juki machines, what it does, it does exceptionally well. It has a minimalist look, fresh white and sturdy looking. The

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Janome Quilting Sewing Machine

Janome Quilting Sewing Machine

The Janome Quilting Sewing Machine is great for creativity, very important in the life of a quilter! You can buy this Janome for a great price at Sewing Machines Plus  With the free bonus package from Sewing Machine Plus AND generous payment terms, what’s not to like! These accessories will give you

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Bernina Chicago 7 Sewing Machine

Bernette Chicago 7 Sewing Machine

Thanks to its conveniently arranged one-touch buttons, the Bernette Chicago 7 sewing machine is easy to use, making sewing and embroidery a breeze. Sewists will be quick to appreciate the versatility of this sewing and embroidery machine, using the simple alterations, personalization, embellishments and particularly large projects, ie quilts! The Bernette

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how to make a t-shirt quilt

How To Make A T-Shirt Quilt

How to make a t-shirt quilt and just why would you make one? and just why would you make one? Well, a t-shirt quilt is made from memories (old t-shirts) and quite simply becomes a special quilted scrapbook.     There are at least four reasons that you’ll want your

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Janome Memory Craft 6300p

It’s important it is to have a reliable, efficient machine and generally quilters know this by harsh experience! Some computerized sewing machines leave a lot to be desired but, there are some exceptions to the rule. The Janome Memory Craft 6300p is one of those exceptions. It’s pricier than some

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men on sewing machine

Guy Quilters

I found this article today and wanted to share it, not often you see guy quilters! Group of men makes quilts for veterans, will enter upcoming show By Maggie Jones of the Knoxville News Sentinel While quilting has often been seen as a hobby for women, a Knoxville quilting group composed

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Juki Sewing machines

Juki HZL K65 Review

Juki HZL K65 Review The Juki HZL-K65 is a marketed as tough, hard-working, portable sewing machine. On first view, the simpleness of the design would make it an excellent machine for beginners. Juki is known for its high standards in producing quality machines, and this quality is not limited to their industrial models.

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cat meme bobbin runs out

Bernina 780 Sewing Machine

Is this you? I know it certainly applies to me, but, I have a solution, the Bernina 780 Sewing Machine! It has a larger bobbin capacity, up to 80% which can make a huge difference, especially when quilting. Of course, that’s not all this Bernina model has going for it

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How are needles made

How Are Sewing Needles Made

How are sewing needles made? Well if your hobby is sewing in any form then you’re going to be using needles and pins at some point (pardon the pun!). Did you know that it takes 2 days to make a needle or pin? It all starts as long coils of

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Brother Designio DZ3400 sewing machine

Brother Designio DZ3400

Brother Designio DZ3400 According to Brother, the Brother Designio DZ3400 computerized sewing and quilting machine has been designed for artistic crafters. Brother says it can: “help you give your projects a customized, high-end look”. It has plenty of features, a slide off accessories tray and a free arm. Included in

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coloring book for quilters

Coloring Books For Quilters

When I was under the weather recently I wasn’t able to sew  but was getting pretty fed up not being creative. Then I discovered that you can actually get coloring books for quilters! It might seem extreme, but I was SO excited! Have you enjoyed “helping” your kids and grandkids

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Free Quilt Patterns For Beginners

Free Quilt Patterns For Beginners

Following on from my post Easy Quilts For Beginners, I’ve put together some free quilt patterns for beginners. Once you’ve mastered piecing basic strips or squares then you’ll be looking for something a bit more challenging, These are still easy quilts, just a step up if you’re fairly new to quilting.

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Easy Quilts For Beginners

When you first start quilting it can be daunting, the amount of information out there. Best thing to do is look for easy quilts for beginners, you’ll find a ton of resources via Google or whatever search engine you use. I’ve found a few for you, some have tutorials some not,

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vetron auto seam

Vetron Auto Seam

What is a Vetron Auto Seam I hear you say, and what does it have to do with quilting?! This article is just a snippet about how technology touches everything we do, including quilting. I’d never heard of Vetron sewing machines until I found a news article about an automated

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Free motion quilting tips

Free Motion Quilting Instructions

Not so much free motion quilting instructions but, following on from my tips for beginning quilters, I decided to put together my top free motion quilting tips. Note, it does take practise, not many quilters get it right first time. Expect some odd patterns and snarl-ups till you master it! Free

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cutting mats for quilting

Cutting Mats For Quilting

In my opinion, I would say cutting mats for quilting are an essential, not an option! In this article I’ll cover the essentials you need to know about cutting mats, from selection through to storage and cleaning.  

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King Quilter Quilting Machine

King Quilter Quilting Machine

King Quilter Quilting Machine Produce fantastic King Sized Quilts easier than ever! KingQuilter produce a few different machines, today I’m taking a look at the King Quilter Quilting Machine 18x 8″ size. The King Quilter 18×8 is  perfect as an entry level long arm quilting machine. If you’ve struggled with quilting

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top tips for beginning quilters

Top Tips For Beginning Quilters

Quilting is such a massive subject if you’re just starting so here are my top tips for beginning Quilters! Top Tips For Beginning Quilters Learn the terminology! It might seem obvious but it’s surprising the amount of would be quilters who try to start a project without knowing any of

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Embroidery in quilting

Embroidery In Quilting

Lots of crafters who enjoy quilting also end up enjoying embroidery in quilting. You might feel as if you have torn loyalties of which craft to pursue in the small quantity of time available for hobbies. Does this sound like you? Well, you can use both by integrating the two crafts! The depth and

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8yr old makes a quilt

8yr Old Quilter and Former Foster Kid Pays It Forward

This lovely story about how an 8yr old quilter and former foster kid pays it forward is worth a share I reckon! The CAMACO Quilt Guild provided over 50 hand-made quilts to Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children on Nov. 11 at their month-to-month meeting at the Millmam Center

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Brother HC1850 review

Brother HC1850 Review

Brother HC1850 Review Brother claims that the HC 1850 is perfect for: “sewing, quilting, and basic monogramming. Designed for versatility and ease of use, this machine includes a hassle-free, built-in stitch reference flip-chart”. Because we are quilters it’s good to see some specialized quilting features which include a detachable large

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patchwork piecing methods

Patchwork Piecing Methods

This is a short article giving a brief explanation of patchwork piecing methods with some videos for a visual explanation. As you already know, generally quilts are formed using blocks which can be joined together by hand or machine. There are different methods you can use to join (piece) the cut shapes together.

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How to Choose the Right Batting

How to Choose the Right Batting

In a previous article about quilting fabric I briefly mentioned batting, but in this article, I’m going to talk about how to choose the right batting. It’s important to choose the right kind of batting, many new quilters don’t realize the importance, or know there are many different kinds of

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shallow ditch

What Is Stitch In The Ditch

When I first started quilting this was one of the first questions I asked”what is stitch in the ditch?”. It’s one of those strange bits of terminology that crop up in quilting and although it sounds strange, it does have a simple explanation. When I first heard the term, I had images

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The Christmas Quilt Book

Christmas Gifts For Quilters

I’ve seen the holiday candy appearing in the grocery stores so I decided it was time to look for Christmas gifts for quilters. I know, I know, I can hear you saying it’s too early, but don’t you think it would feel great not to be rushing at the last minute. There’s

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Best Machine Quilting Thread

Best Machine Quilting Thread

Have you ever been tempted to buy a bundle of boxed threads from a dollar store? I know, they look good a rainbow of colors and twenty spools for a bargain price. STOP….. Don’t do it!

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Janome HD3000 with case

Janome HD3000

Janome HD3000 You know, sometimes you just want a basic sewing machine that does a top notch job without a lot of bells and whistles. Well the  Not everyone wants or needs a computerized sewing machine and can sometimes feel intimidated by all the technology, especially if they’re transitioning from

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Scissors for Quilting

Scissors for Quilting

Not all scissors are made equal, and if you’ve ever tried to cut fabric with scissors that have been used for cutting paper, you’ll know what I mean! There are many different kinds of scissors, including scissors for quilting. Choosing the best quality is important, good tools = good job!

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Brother CS6000i sewing machine review

Brother cs6000i Sewing Machine Review

Brother cs6000i Sewing Machine Review Do you need a budget sewing machine for quilting? You’ve no doubt found out that having quilting as a hobby can be an expensive one!  This Brother sewing machine review should help you to make your choice.

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What is a presser foot

What is a Presser Foot

If you’re new to sewing and sewing machines then learning all the terminology is a bit of a learning curve. An often asked question is “what is a presser foot,” I remember wondering this many years ago. Initially, I thought a presser foot was the foot peddle, you press it with

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Build a craft website

Build a Craft Website

Have you ever wanted to build a craft website? You’ve landed on my site probably by doing a Google search, or via some social media. I built this site myself, from having no knowledge a year ago to what you see today. Even I’m impressed and it’s my own site!

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Sewing Table for Quilting

Sewing Table for Quilting

Do you need a sewing table for quilting? So you’ve got your awesome sewing machine for quilting, your tools and notions and a project in mind. Your fat quarters are spread out over the dining room table, (which is covered with a cutting mat), along with your quilting rulers, rotary cutter

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Cushion made by the Janome Artistic Digitizer Software

Quilt Design Software Programs

You’ve mastered the basics of quilting and browsed through all the different quilting patterns available so what’s next? Creating  your own patterns with quilt design software programs! Let’s have a look first at what quilt design software programs can do compared to a graphic design software or paint program for example.

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Using Stencils for Quilting

Using Stencils for Quilting

If you’re fairly new to quilting you might not have heard of using stencils for quilting. I’m sure you’ll remember stencils from when you were a kid. I couldn’t draw or write neatly, so using stencils helped me get good marks for “neatness of work!” The same principle applies when using

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john flynn quilting system

John Flynn Quilting System

John Flynn Quilting System So you’ve pieced your quilt and have the 3 layers reading for quilting on your sewing machine or by hand. Do you have problems rolling it up and keeping the tension? Don’t have the budget for a Long Arm Machine? The John Flynn quilting system could

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How to Teach Children to Quilt

How to Teach Children to Quilt

How many times have you tried to get on with a project only to be stopped by your children demanding attention!?  There is a solution, get them to join you. In this article, I’ll go through the basics of how to teach children to quilt. You can start them at quite

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quilting terms definitions

Quilting Terms Definitions

Quilting comes in all different styles and depends on the traditions and history of the country of origin. Simply put, quilting is made up of a “sandwich” of fabrics, the top layer which is the pattern part and can be made up of  quilt blocks, the middle which is called

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