Category: Tutorials
I can't claim to be an expert on machine binding, but I have done a few lately with good results. A number of you have asked for a tutorial, so here you go. As I said, this is just the way I've been doing it, and it's working great for me. The very first thing […]
I thought I'd share some tips on working with teeny tiny pieces with you. The block above is the October pumpkin block I made for the Calendar Quilt I have been working on. The pumpkin block is by Lori Holt from one of her Farm Girl Vintage books. And it has a gazillion itty bitty […]
Some of you know this about me, but if you are new here, you may not know that I really do not enjoy sewing bindings on my quilts by hand. I know many of you will tell me how much you love to sit in front of tv in the evening and happily stitch away. […]
This week's Summer in the Country block is a beauty, and certainly a challenge. It is called Summer Basket and was designed by Nicola Dodd of Cakestand Quilts. It may be my favorite so far and I think it will be a gorgeous addition to the quilt. Be that as it may, I have to […]
The other day I came across a YouTube tutorial from Shabby Fabrics on making a holiday table runner with a pre-printed quilt-as-you-go table runner batting. They had a June Tailor kit they were promoting, but the pre-printed batting is available without their choice of fabric for a much less expensive price ($16). You could totally […]
I tried Vanessa's method for machine stitching binding yesterday and overall was very pleased with how it went. Vanessa is the designer behind Lella Boutique fabric, and has a tutorial on this technique on Instagram. Vanessa's method involves Elmer's School Glue, which many of you said you did not and would not do. Other than […]
What a busy day we had yesterday! Eva had her swim class at 11 to 12 and I had my second COVID shot at 1. I felt like I was in a big rush to get places only to have to wait once I arrived. At least I got to read my book while Eva […]
This, for those of you who might not know, is a Bowl Cozy. Specifically, a padded bowl surround that can be used in the microwave while heating up leftovers in a bowl. You know how when you heat up your soup in a bowl in the microwave, it is too hot to handle when you […]
The Tumbling Leaves pattern calls for nine Maple Leaf blocks, each with an appliquéd stem. The little unit that the stem is appliquéd onto is only 2 inches square. The first step is to make bias stems. The pattern said to cut bias strips 3/4" wide. I thought that was way, way too small. […]
The first step in making perfect appliqué circles is a product appropriately called Perfect Circles, by Karen Kay Buckley. The package consists of a whole bunch of circles which range in size from 2 1/4 inches to 4 1/2 inches. They are made from heat resistant plastic, and will not melt when ironed. There is […]
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Hello, I’m Nicole, an enthusiastic quilter and fabric lover. This blog is mainly about my quilting journey, but I share some of my other interests as well, which include reading, cooking, decorating, lifestyle, and my family. When I am not quilting, I am reading, and will share monthly book reviews in this space. I love to hear back from my followers and enjoy getting to know you.
