We recently received a haul from Temu and this time we chose more fabric and a few sewing knick knacks. Rather than do another haul video we have decided to use the items to make tutorials and projects for you. We ordered a particularly nice bundle of fabric to make a quilt, and that will be another project to come, but when we saw this eye catching bundle of polka dot … [Read more...] about EASY METHOD for a 4 Patch Patchwork Quilt
Quilt Tutorials
The Squares Strip Quilt With Fabric From Cotton Cuts
This quilt was an interesting exercise for us. Why? Well we did it on the fly. Normally we create one or two prototypes to make sure everything works and then create the video tutorial. This time however, we just went for it. We still designed the quilt in EQ8, but it was telling us to cut a heap of squares and rectangles but we didn't want to do that. So with fingers … [Read more...] about The Squares Strip Quilt With Fabric From Cotton Cuts
Jelly Roll Race Baby Quilt – Tutorial
In this tutorial, we are going to make a baby quilt using the jelly roll race quilt method. This is a fun way to make a quilt and involves sewing lots of strips of fabric together into one very, very, very long strip. When we make these, we tend to go at a slow pace and forget the race part but either way way these are super quick to make. For this baby quilt top I am … [Read more...] about Jelly Roll Race Baby Quilt – Tutorial
Christmas Table Runner using Half Square Triangles
Here we are again, it's almost Christmas and if you are like me you will have left some things until the last minute. I really do start out the year with the best of intentions, but this year just flew by. I still can't believe we are here in December. So it's time to make our annual Christmas table runner and this year is is super simple as it's made entirely from half … [Read more...] about Christmas Table Runner using Half Square Triangles
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
How to Join Quilt As You Go Blocks with Sashing
Just recently, we have started creating a series of 'quilt as you go quilt' (QAYG) block tutorials. These are super fun to make and personally, it's one of my favourite ways to make a quilt. So since we started adding the QAYG blocks, we have been getting numerous questions on how to join them together. So here we are with a tutorial on just how to do that. Keep in … [Read more...] about How to Join Quilt As You Go Blocks with Sashing
How to Attach Sashing to Your Quilt Blocks
Adding sashing to your quilt blocks is ideal for when you want to separate the blocks, rather than sew them together. It also adds a bit of oomph and interest to your quilt blocks. You can make sashing as wide or as narrow as you want. For this tutorial I have cut my sashing at 2". This will give me a finished sashing size of 1½". This is a generic tutorial to show … [Read more...] about How to Attach Sashing to Your Quilt Blocks
What is a quilt sandwich and how to create one?
What is a Quilt Sandwich? A quilt sandwich is simply three layers of fabric that are put together in a specific order to construct a quilt. A quilt sandwich is made up of: The quilt top layer The batting layer The backing layer The quilt top layer is the layer that you pieced together to create the design of the quilt. The batting layer is the middle … [Read more...] about What is a quilt sandwich and how to create one?
How to Bind a Placemat or Table Runner
In this tutorial, we are going to be showing you how to bind a placemat but bear in mind, the same process described below also applies to a table runner. NOTE: If you are wanting to create the table runner and placemats used in this tutorial then click the following link: Kids Placemats & Table Runner Tutorial Watch the video below or scroll down for written … [Read more...] about How to Bind a Placemat or Table Runner
Kids Placemats and Table Runner Tutorial
These days many families don't take their meals at the dining room table as often as was the case when I was growing up. Sitting around the table for meals was a time for family discussions, sharing and reflecting on what had taken place in each family members day. But even if the kids eat from TV trays, having their own place mat makes the experience that much nicer. In … [Read more...] about Kids Placemats and Table Runner Tutorial