Diagonal quilting lines

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Now that you're ready to begin machine quilting, where do you start? A strategic approach can save you time and help you achieve great results.

So here we have the second instalment in the How to Finish up Your Quilt series.

Quilting Counts! Really, when you think about it, it’s the stitching through the layers that transforms a top into a quilt, so make sure it contributes in full measure to the beauty of your quilt! Elegant & Powerful Straight Lines: Fully integrated and thoughtfully planned quilting enhances and supports the quilt. By integrated, I mean that the quilted stitch design should tell the same story as the quilt’s composition. Strong lines make a very noticeable contribution to the visual impact of…

Quilting with wavy diagonal lines is pretty and fun. Learn this low-stress stitching and be inspired to use it in your quilt.

When I straight line quilt I don't use chalk or pens to mark my lines, it's just to time consuming. Instead I use good quality painters tape...

Now that you're ready to begin machine quilting, where do you start? A strategic approach can save you time and help you achieve great results.

Quilt bindings are the most magical, and sometime confusing part of quilt making, especially for a new quilter! I shared a tutorial a few years back, but have adapted and made a few changes as I’ve grown as a quilter, and thought it was enough to update the post. Any tips or suggestions you might […]

Straight line quilting is a great beginner quilting technique, but there's a right way and a wrong way. Continue reading to see if you are doing it right!

Free diagonal quilting pattern large