Quilting techniques for beginners

Quilting made easy for beginners. Follow our step-by-step guide to learn how to quilt, choose materials, and create your own unique quilts.

Before you can quilt you need to baste all of your quilt layers together. Continue reading to see how easy it is to get this job done!

When we came across this article of the best machine quilting tips we knew we had to share it with our readers. The tips are detailed and contain links to products that will help you to get the bes…

Do you have a home sewing machine but don't know how to free motion quilt yet? No problem! Let me show you my top 3 straight line machine quilting patterns. All can be done on a home sewing machine. For beginners or any skill level. Let's finish that quilt! #machinequilting #quiltdesigns

Finished your quilt top and ready to quilt? Continue reading for 10 quilting designs for beginners perfect for your first quilt!

Today we are going to be making a Staggered Bricks Quilt. These quilts are a timeless classic with their simple yet striking design. Having the 'bricks' arranged in an offset pattern gives the impression of a brick wall. And the beauty of this quilt is that you can create unique designs depending on the number of fabrics you choose. We went with 7 different fabrics but you use just 2 or you could even make every block a different fabric, which is a great way to use up your scraps. Imagine…

Finished your quilt top and ready to quilt? Continue reading for 10 quilting designs for beginners perfect for your first quilt!

I've had the chance to review the book Free Motion Quilting for Beginners (and those who think they can't), by Molly Hanson. I love that title! I'm a big proponent of quilting your own quilts, as you know, and I've read a lot of books about free motion quilting. I like how everyone presents the information in their own personal way....there is always more to learn! This book presents all the practical information you need to get started. More importantly, it gives you the confidence to jump…

As a modern quilter, it may be a little surprising that I’ve become a big fan of hand quilting. “That’s so traditional!” I hear you say, “How can you get that modern look you love sewing by hand"?” Well, I say modern quilting can be anything you want it to be! Here’s my beginner’s guide to hand

It's finally here! The video showing you how I do big stitch quilting - a super easy and fun hand quilting technique! Big stitch quilting is my new favorite way to hand quilt - I'm not sure I'll ever go back to traditional hand quilting. It's just so much fun! I love the chunkiness of the