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Five Easy Half-Square Triangle Quilt Blocks: Pinwheel, Broken Dishes, Shoo-Fly, Spool, and Hourglass Blocks

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Quilting Books for Beginners: Easy To Use Titles

By: Connie Krochmal

Gifts for Quilters: Quilt Calendars, Quilt Puzzles, and Books

By: Connie Krochmal

All-Occasion Gifts for Quilters: Quilting and Sewing Patterns

By: Connie Krochmal

How to Make Quilt Binding from Fabric Strips: Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Continuous Double Fold Binding

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Make a Celtic Quilt: Bias Tape Appliqued into Intricate Knotwork and Interlaced Designs

By: Dawn Goldsmith

Stack-n-Whack™ Quilts: Choosing the Main Fabric for Kaleidoscope Designed Blocks

By: Dawn Goldsmith

How to Make a Rag Quilt: Flannel Fabric Cut in Squares, Sewn Together, Snipped and Frayed

By: Mary Quehe

Portraits for Fabric Lovers: Realistic Painting with Fabric

By: Dawn Goldsmith

Best Holiday Quilt Patterns for Christmas: Create a Homemade Christmas Quilt With Free, Easy-to-Make Designs

By: Feature Writer Angela England

Alliance for American Quilts: A Quilting Organization and Scholarly Resource

By: Dawn Goldsmith

Document Your Quilts: Quilt Historians Depend Upon Accurate Records

By: Dawn Goldsmith

Log Cabin Quilt Design and History: An International Design Adopted as American

By: Dawn Goldsmith

Quilters' Color Palette – Monochromatic Quilts: Make Dramatic or Subtle Quilts with Fabrics from One Color Family

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

12 Ways Fabric Lovers Can Save the Planet: Reuse, Recycle, Go Organic in Your Quilts and Fabric Art

By: Dawn Goldsmith

Wash Quilting Fabric Before Beginning a Quilt? Quilt Advice to Know Before Sewing

By: Corinne Shibley

Tips and Techniques of Fusible Applique: Fast, Easy Fabric Art with Beautiful Results

By: Dawn Goldsmith

Begin Making Tessellating Quilts: Snail's Trail Pattern Offers Easy Pieced Project

By: Dawn Goldsmith

A Guide to Buying Quilt Fabrics on the Internet: On Line Quilt Fabric Stores Make Customer Satisfaction Their Goal

By: Corinne Shibley

Carol Soderlund Teaches Color Mixing for Dyers: Award Winning Quilt Maker Leading Authority on Fabric Dyeing

By: Dawn Goldsmith

Make a Large Quilt in Sections to Reduce Strain: How to Join Quilted Sections on Your Home Sewing Machine

By: Corinne Shibley

Inchie Quilts: What to Do With Your Fabric Inchie Collection

By: Dawn Goldsmith

Brief History of Contemporary Art Quilts: How Quilting Went from Homespun Craft to Museum-Worthy Fine Art

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Alex Anderson Teaches Beginning Quilters: Super Simple Quilts Series Geared Toward the New Quilter

By: Dawn Goldsmith

Key Quilt Terms Defined: Easy Definitions of Basic Quilting Phrases

By: Mary Beth Miller

Rotary Cutting Quilt Fabric: Achieving Accuracy in Quilt Fabric Cutting

By: Mary Beth Miller

Are You Thinking About Making a Quilt? Some Observations on the Importance of Accuracy in Quilting

By: Corinne Shibley

Using Light-Dark Color Combinations in Quilts: Make Pleasing Color Schemes by Mixing Fabrics with Different Values

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Removing Papers from English Patchwork: How to Remove English Paper Pieced Backing Patches

By: Gillian Buchanan

How to Make Patchwork Hexagon Rosettes: English Paper Pieced Traditional Hexagonal Flowers

By: Gillian Buchanan

How to Sew an English Patchwork Seam: JoinIng Patches Basted to their Foundations

By: Gillian Buchanan

Tips for How to Quilt on a Home Sewing Machine: Don't Try to Duplicate Long Arm Machine Quilting

By: Corinne Shibley

How to Plan to Make an Easy One Block Quilt: Find the Most Pleasing Layout Before Quilting to Save Time

By: Corinne Shibley

How to Baste Patchwork Fabric to Paper Templates: Tacking Fabric Patches Onto Foundations for English Paper Piecing

By: Gillian Buchanan

Cutting out the Fabric for English Paper Piecing: Preparing Patches for Mounting on Papers in English Patchwork

By: Gillian Buchanan

Quilt Fabric Selection Made Easy: Choosing Fabrics for Contrast in Your Quilting Project

By: Mary Beth Miller

Scissors for English Paper Piecing: Choosing the Right Scissor in English Patchwork

By: Gillian Buchanan

Introduction to Art Quilts: How Any Quilter Can Use Fabric to Create Fine Art

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Mini Quilt Book Reviews: Postcards, Greeting Cards, Luggage Tags and More

By: Connie Krochmal

Money Saving Scrap Quilts: Project Ideas and Tips

By: Connie Krochmal

How to Make a Receiving Blanket Quilt for Baby: Use Up Extra Infant Blankets For a Unique Memorable Baby Gift

By: Allison Russo

Quilt Museums in the United States: Learn more about the Art of Quilting and Quilt Patterns

By: Feature Writer Kristin Abraham

Organizing A Fabric Stash to be Quilter Friendly: Make Your Own Portable, Mini Quilt Shop That's Easy to Use

By: Corinne Shibley

Pins for English Paper Piecing Patchwork: How to Choose the Right Pin in English Patchwork

By: Gillian Buchanan

Color for Quilters: Between the Colors of the Color Wheel

By: Corinne Shibley

Art Quilts or Traditional Quilts: What Kind of Quilter do You Want to Be?

By: Corinne Shibley

Choosing the Right Needle for English Patchwork: How to Choose the Correct Needle to Sew English Paper Piecing

By: Gillian Buchanan

Choosing Thread for English Paper Piecing: How to Choose Suitable Threads for Paper Pieced Patchwork

By: Gillian Buchanan

How to Bind a Quilt without Hand Sewing: Binding from the Back Side Eliminates Time-Consuming Hand Stitching

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Suitable Fabric for English Paper Piecing: How to Choose Fabrics which are Easy to Use in Patchwork

By: Gillian Buchanan

Heirloom Machine Quilting—Essential Supplies: Creating a Hand-Quilted Look with a Home Sewing Machine

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Preparing English Patchwork Paper Templates: How to Prepare the Templates for English Paper Piecing

By: Gillian Buchanan

Essential Machine Quilting Supplies: Tools Needed for Successful Free-Motion or Machine-Guided Quilting

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

English Paper Piecing Patchwork Supplies: Supplies Needed for making Paper Pieced Patchwork by hand

By: Gillian Buchanan

English Paper Piecing Dos and Don'ts: Things to Watch Out For When Making Paper Pieced Patchwork

By: Gillian Buchanan

How to Sew Easy Quilted Fabric Potholders: Turn Fabric, Batting Scraps, Orphan Quilt Blocks into Quick Gifts

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

English Paper Piecing in Patchwork: Paper Pieced Patchwork is Ideal for Beginners!

By: Gillian Buchanan

How to Mass Produce Half-Square Triangle Blocks: Speed Piece Dozens of Half-Square Quilt Blocks at One Time

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

How to Make Half-Square Triangle Quilt Blocks: Five Methods for Fast and Accurate Piecing

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Embellishing Quilts: Buttons, Ribbons, Lace, Beads, Decorative Threads, and More

By: Connie Krochmal

Displaying Quilts: Wall Hangings, Seasonal Displays, Mantles, and More

By: Connie Krochmal

Quilt Books for Beginners: Easy Pieced Projects for the Novice Quilter

By: Connie Krochmal

Yo-Yo Quilt Patterns – Suffolk Puffs: How to Make Fabric Yo-Yos for Quilting and Craft Projects

By: Alison Fletcher

Free Motion Quilting Tool: Quilting Halo Makes Machine Quilting Easy

By: Sheila Gaquin

The Quilts of Gee's Bend, Alabama: Generations of African-American Women Have Created These Pieces

By: Linda N. Riggins

6 Steps to Finishing Your Quilt UFOs: How to Turn That Pile of Unfinished Objects into Completed Quilts

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

How to Use Fleece as a Quilt Backing: Make Warm, Soft, Snuggly Quilts for Cold Days and Nights

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Trip Around the World Quilting Project: The Travel Quilt

By: Connie Krochmal

Nine-Patch Quilt Squares: Quick and Easy Project for Beginners

By: Connie Krochmal

Holiday Gifts for Quilters: Quilt Calendars, Patterns, and More

By: Connie Krochmal

Christmas Quilt Book and Pattern Reviews: Quick and Easy Holiday Decorations

By: Connie Krochmal

Portable Quilting Ideas: Tips for Quilters on the Go

By: Venice Kichura

Four Easy Strip-Pieced Quilt Blocks: Four-Patch, Nine-Patch, Rail Fence, and Windmill

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Basic Baby Patchwork Quilts: How to Sew Simple Crib-Size Blankets

By: Christy Jones

How to Make Wholecloth Quilts: Easy Whitework Quilting

By: Connie Krochmal

How to Quilt Using Strip Piecing: Quick and Easy Patchwork Quilting

By: Connie Krochmal

Keep a Quilter's Journal: Create a Lasting Record of Ideas, Sketches, Fabrics and Quilts

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

How to Organize Your Quilting Fabric: Tips for Storing Scraps, Strips, Fat Quarters, and Larger Yardage

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Setting Up Your Quilting Space: Tips on Organizing Your Room for Efficient Quilting

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Review: Quilting Ruler with Locking Fabric Guide: Adjustable Rulers for Accurate Cutting of Quilt and Patchwork Pieces

By: Feature Writer Susan Whelan

How to Make Nine-Patch Quilt Blocks: This Checkerboard Block is a Quilter's Favorite

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

How to Make the Perfect Drunkard's Path Block: Sewing Curves to Construct Quilt Blocks Can Be Easy

By: S. Elliott

How to Make Four-Patch Quilt Blocks: An Easy Block that Belongs in Every Quilter's Toolbox

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

8 Tips for Successful Strip Piecing in Quilting: Piece Quilt Blocks Faster, More Accurately with Simple Techniques

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

How to Sew a Quarter-Inch Seam: Accurate 1/4" Seams are an Essential Secret of Successful Piecing

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Guide to Quilt Batting: Facts You Need to Know to Choose the Perfect Batting for Your Quilt

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Quilting For Beginners: Easy Quilting Tips for Improving Your Handmade Quilt Projects

By: S. Elliott

Fabrics for Watercolor Quilts: How to Choose and Sort Quilt Fabric

By: Venice Kichura

Make the Twisted Log Cabin Quilt: This Simple Quilt Pattern Creates Spectacular Results

By: S. Elliott

Ready for Organic Quilting? Eco-Friendly Fabric, Thread, and Batting: Facts and Sources

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Quilting Book Reviews: Books About How to Assemble Pieced and Appliqued Quilt Projects

By: Connie Krochmal

How to Bind Your Quilt, Pillowcase Style: The simplest way to finish a quilt requires no binding fabric

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Quilt Pattern Reviews: Summer Quilting Projects

By: Connie Krochmal

How to Make A Baby Bunny Blanket: Making Quilts and Appliqués from Polar Fleece

By: Christy Jones

Binding Options for Your Quilt: Putting on the Finishing Touch to Protect Quilt Edges From Wear

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Make A Postage Stamp Pincushion: Sewing Supplies That Look Like Mini Patchwork Quilts

By: Christy Jones

Quilting for a Good Children's Cause: How to Make Blankets for Kids in Crisis Through Project Linus

By: Christy Jones

How to Make a Quilt Design Wall: Best Way to See Whether Fabrics Work Together Before Quilt Assembly

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Crazy Quilt Patchwork Basics: Use Up Scrap Fabric in Easy Scrap Quilting Projects for Beginners

By: Connie Krochmal

Four Historic Log Cabin Quilt Settings: Traditional Quilt Patterns That Use Basic Log Cabin Blocks

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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