How to Tips and Tricks
How to bind a quilt
The last step in completing a quilt is the binding. Quilt binding encloses the raw edges of the quilt top, batting and backing fabric to create a neat and durable edge. (Catch up on part one and part two of our quilting blog series, plus get the printable Coats & Clark Solid Squares Quilt pattern...
Ways to Quilt Your Quilt
Once you’ve completed piecing a quilt top, it’s time to quilt it! Quilting is an important step in finishing your quilt which joins the layers of fabric and batting together to hold everything in place. Quilting can be done with hand or machine stitching. Let’s explore the options and the...
Using Color Value in Your Quilting
A little schooling is in order and I’ve found marvelous help from a variety of quilters. We’ll look at how to evaluate Color Value, then move on to using it in several gorgeous projects. Choosing fabrics and threads will be much more joyful once you’ve spent a little time learning...
Master the Perfect Quarter Inch Seam
“Stitch with a quarter inch seam.” Sounds simple doesn’t it? So, why are we often sobbing at the sewing machine while piecing our blocks? Beginners, if you’ve found yourself throwing your mis-shapen blocks across the room, this may fix your problems!
