Inspiration
Quilting Tip #10 - Enjoy the Process
In all the time I have been sewing - about 8 years, the one thing that has been elusive is enjoying every part of the quilt process. We all have...
Quilting Tip #9 - Experiment with ways to Quilt
I know - most of you probably use a Long-Armer to finish your quilt tops, but there are some out there who would like to try their hand at free-motion...
Quilting Tip #8 - Test Quilt Blocks
Testing Quilt Blocks is not really needed for every quilt you make, but if you are starting a new project that is new to you, you might want to consider...
Quilting Tip #7 - Organize Your Work Space
This is probably the most difficult thing for me and I consider myself an organized person. My space is very small so I MUST have dedicated space for everything, but...
Quilting Tip #6 - Chain Piecing
When I first started sewing, a few of the You Tube videos I watched explained chain piecing. Because my first quilts were mostly patchwork, this really worked well and I...
Quilting Tip #5 - Pinning for Accuracy
I know, I know - pinning takes time. It does not always ensure a perfect seam. BUT, and yes, there is but - it helps tremendously! If you are working...
Quilting Tip #4 - To Open or Not to Open
In a dream world, there would be one way to iron a seam and it would look perfect every time and be just as easy as well. However, that does...
Quilting Tip #3 - Consistent Seam Allowance
Getting a consistent quarter inch seam allowance was difficult for me. My Juki has a quarter inch foot, but I still could not get a consistent seam allowance or the...
Quilting Tip #2 Why Accurate Cutting is Critical for Quilters
Like most other quilters, I started off not knowing anything about sewing, quilting, or crafting - I just knew I wanted a creative outlet. I You Tubed how to sew...
Quilting Tip #1 Invest in Quality Fabrics
Many times, customers come into our shop and say they purchased fabric from a big box store and then the fabrics tore during washing or faded badly or just were...
Pick a Pattern for Mr. Threaded Lines
Help Mr. Threaded Lines find his first pattern! He has not sewn before, not used a rotary cutter for a pattern, not read a pattern. So, it need to be...
Ryan's Case for Smiles
We are so proud to be a part of Ryan's Case for Smiles! Our shop is a drop off point and we will have a video very soon on how...
