SCRAPS - yes we all have them. In fact it's a given that if you are a quilter you are quickly going to build up a scrap stash. I don't know about you but we aren't like those brave souls who can just toss their fabric scraps in the bin. We keep every tiny little scrap because you never know when you might just need that teeny tiny piece of fabric to fill in a spot. So we have a … [Read more...] about 10 Ways to Use Up Your Fabric Scraps – Easy Projects
Quilt Tutorials
Quick Quilt #1: Layer Cake Baby Quilt Tutorial
Baby quilts are one of my favourite things to make. The reason? Because they are small so you can get them done fast. Plus, if you have an easy baby quilt tutorial to go by, you can get it done even faster...you know, for that baby shower you were only given two days' notice for. I must admit that I am not one for making long-winded quilts that take months to complete. Yes, … [Read more...] about Quick Quilt #1: Layer Cake Baby Quilt Tutorial
How to Make a String Quilt From Your Scrap Stash – Part 2
Once you have made the blocks for your string quilt, you are ready to sew the blocks together. You can refer to our post on ‘How to Make a String Quilt Block’ for Part 1 of this tutorial if you haven’t made your blocks yet. Watch the video tutorial below or scroll down for the written instructions TOOLS USED IN THIS TUTORIAL You can check the latest … [Read more...] about How to Make a String Quilt From Your Scrap Stash – Part 2
Easiest Quilt Ever – Let’s Get Quilting with the Adorable Ayla
My granddaughter Ayla is visiting from Sunny Queensland for a bit of 'R 'n' R. She just needs some time to chill out. and relax. While she is here, she has decided she would like to learn how to quilt. The first thing we made was the zippered pouch using some fabric from my scrap stash. I love having a scrap stash, it certainly comes in handy for little projects like … [Read more...] about Easiest Quilt Ever – Let’s Get Quilting with the Adorable Ayla
QAYG Christmas Table Runner Tutorial
Don't you just love how a table runner just dresses up a table, sideboard or even a coffee table. I have a selection on hand that I use to change up the decor, and they are so easy to make, especially when you use this turn through design. I made these quilt as you go table runners using fat quarters but you can use fabric from your stash. There is such a great range of … [Read more...] about QAYG Christmas Table Runner Tutorial
Stack & Slash Stained Glass Quilt Block Technique
This is such a fun, easy quilt to make and it uses the stack n slash quilt technique to create the blocks. The quilt was made with 20 x 10" squares of fabric. You can cut 10" squares from fabric you have on hand or you can make it from a Layer Cake. You do need to make sure that you put together 4 different colored fabrics in each block. Watch the video tutorial below or … [Read more...] about Stack & Slash Stained Glass Quilt Block Technique
How to Cut Your Own Fat Quarters from Yardage
In this tutorial, you will learn how to make your own fat quarters from yardage. If you have been making quilts or small sewing projects, then you have probably already heard of fat quarters. You can buy fat quarters at your local fabric store or online and there are usually plenty of colors, shades and hues to choose from. Even so, sometimes you may have a … [Read more...] about How to Cut Your Own Fat Quarters from Yardage
How to Create an Art Quilt Training Course Available
If you have ever wanted to make an art quilt but thought it was something you didn't have the confidence to tackle, well, this is the course for you. Creating an Art quilt is such a lot of fun to do. You can let your imagination and creativity run free. But sometimes it's hard to know just where to start. So, that's why we created a training course to help you get … [Read more...] about How to Create an Art Quilt Training Course Available
EASY Halloween Table Topper Tutorial – Step-by-Step
In this tutorial, I am going to show you how to make this awesome Halloween Table topper. In Australia, we don't really celebrate Halloween. Even so, I always make sure I have a bowl of treats to give away, but we very seldom get anyone out trick or treating. And because we don't celebrate Halloween, it makes it a bit of an issue when buying fabric, we just don't have the … [Read more...] about EASY Halloween Table Topper Tutorial – Step-by-Step
Finished Block vs Unfinished Block – Understanding the Difference
If you are new to quilting, you may come across some terms that you may not be familiar with. That's understandable since the quilting world has a language all it's own and it can be a little confusing when you first start out. One question we get asked often is: "What is the difference between a finished and an unfinished block?". It's a good one to get a handle on because an … [Read more...] about Finished Block vs Unfinished Block – Understanding the Difference