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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

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

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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: Improve Your Piecing with These Simple, Proven 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

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Five Popular Log Cabin Quilt Settings: Traditional Quilt Patterns Made Entirely of Log Cabin Blocks

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Choosing a Size for Your Quilt: How Big Should You Make That Quilt? This Article Helps You Decide.

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Four Log-Cabin Quilt Block Variations: Basic Log-Cabin, Courthouse Steps, Pineapple and Chevron Blocks

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

How to Make an Easy Valentine Fabric Postcard: Create a One-of-a-Kind Valentine’s Gift in Two Hours or Less

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

28 Humorous Sayings for Quilters: A Collection of Amusing Thoughts About Quilting

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Log Cabin Quilt Block Basics: One of America's Best-Loved Blocks is Simple to Sew

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Choosing a Sewing Machine Needle: A Quilter's Guide to Picking the Right Needle for the Job

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Inscriptions For Hand-Made Gift Quilts: Sayings and Poems to Put on Gift-Quilt Labels for Any Occasion

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

How Make Quilt Labels for Handmade Quilts: Adding a Label to Your Quilt is Worth the Extra Time and Effort.

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Blue: 2008 Color of the Year: More About Blue, Its Many Meanings, and How to Use it in Quilts

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

How to Remove Stains from Quilts: Techniques for Getting Out Blood, Dye and Other Common Stains

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

When Should You Prewash Quilt Fabric? How to Decide If Prewashing Makes Sense for Your Project

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

How to Prewash Quilting Fabric: Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing Fabric for Successful Quilting

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Quilt Fabric Shopper's Guide to Quality: Are Premium Quilting Fabrics Really Worth the Extra Cost?

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

Terrific Gifts for Quilters from $2 to $100: Fabric, Tools and Gadgets Any Quilter Will Love

By: Feature Writer Christine Mann

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