Quilting is a popular craft that has been enjoyed for generations. It involves sewing together multiple layers of fabric to create a warm and cozy blanket that can be used for bedding, decoration, or even as a family heirloom. One of the key elements in creating a beautiful and durable quilt is the choice of fabric. While most fabrics can technically be used for quilting, there … [Read more...] about What is Quilting Fabric?
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How to Make a Pinwheel Hexagon Quilt Block
This is a lovely quilt block and really easy to make. You will be cutting triangles with this method but don't run off as this is simple using a quilting ruler that has a 60° line. If you don't have a quilting ruler with a 60° line then you can use your cutting mat and we have a tutorial for that if you need it. This block is made using strips of fabric and we use 2½" strips … [Read more...] about How to Make a Pinwheel Hexagon Quilt Block
Readers Project: Karen’s QAYG Fence Rail Quilt in Blues
Note from Alanda Craft: I think Karen's fence rail quilt is striking. The whole quilt just pops, and I think the narrow strips of white add just the right touch of contast. I'm thinking we should call Karen's quilt 'Rhapsody in Blue'. I am sure your husband loves his lap quilt, Karen. Thank you so much for sharing your fence rail quilt with us. [ Watch the … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Karen’s QAYG Fence Rail Quilt in Blues
What are Quilting Notions that Every Quilter Should Have?
What are Quilting Notions? If you are fairly new to quilting you may have only just come across the term ‘quilting notions’ and wondering exactly what that means. Fortunately, this is a simple one to answer. Quilting notions are all of those tools and accessories that are used when making a quilt. Some examples of quilting notions include: Scissors Thimble Seam ripper … [Read more...] about What are Quilting Notions that Every Quilter Should Have?
Meet the Ladies From the Clover Patch Quilt Shop in Utah
Those of you who are regular readers of our blog will be familiar with Barbara who sends us photos and stories of the wonderful quilts she makes. I have previously mentioned the ladies who quilt Barbara's quilts in some of her recent Readers Posts. and we would love to give a shout out to the talented ladies from the Clover Patch Quilt Shop in Santa Clara, Utah. Here is … [Read more...] about Meet the Ladies From the Clover Patch Quilt Shop in Utah
Readers Project: Barbara’s Rail Fence Quilt Pattern
Note from Alanda Craft: The Rail fence quilt pattern that Barbara made below is from our Rail Fence Quilt tutorial. I love the combination of blue, pink and yellow in her quilt. For this quilt, Barbara used a 'Hugaboo' by Deb Strain for Moda, Jelly Roll Showing the lovely yellow backing that ties in so nicely with the quilt front. The front of the Rail … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Rail Fence Quilt Pattern
Readers Project: Barbara’s Butterfly Panel Quilt
Note from Alanda Craft: This is a beautiful butterfly panel. It's so colorful and it reminds me of lovely spring days with all the butterflies in the garden. I just love how Barbara has treated the panel and the mauve border followed by the spring flowers on a pale green background just make this panel pop. But then she hasn't stopped there, she added more borders, a yellow … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Butterfly Panel Quilt
Readers Project: Barbara’s Rail Fence Quilt
Note from Alanda Craft: Barbara has completed some more awesome quilts. She is churning them out like there is no tomorrow. I love how your confidence has grown since you first started out Barbara. I was going to put them all up together but I think each needs to be given its moment. This is Barbara's rail fence quilt. You sure do have a real knack for choosing … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Rail Fence Quilt
10 Fabric Jelly Roll Projects
10 Fabric Jelly Roll Projects to Get Your Creative Juices Flowing I love jelly rolls - both the food and the fabric varieties, but in this case I'm referring to the fabric version. Jelly rolls were created by a company called Moda. Other companies create them too, but you will find that they won't call them jelly rolls since that name belongs to Moda. Either way, jelly … [Read more...] about 10 Fabric Jelly Roll Projects
Readers Project: Barbara’s Snappy Quilts
Note From Alanda Craft: Barbara has been busy making snappy quilts and these ones are just beautiful. I love the vibrant colours and this patchwork quilt pattern is really lovely. I am sure many of you will be inspired by the lovely quilts that Barbara makes and shares with us. So thank you once again for sharing your latest quilts with us Barbara. Here is the … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Snappy Quilts