Whether you’d like to admit it or not, sewing can be…pretty addicting. We’ve all stayed up late working on a sewing pattern that we could’ve finished in the morning. We’ve all started on a new blanket pattern although we’d just finished a scarf. Every single sewist has been there before, but who can blame us, […]
Does anyone here have a family quilt that’s been passed down through the generations? I know I do! There’s nothing like the gift of a bed quilt made by loving hands. At the same time, it’s also wonderful to gift yourself a bed quilt! You get to snuggle up every night with the work of […]
Why shouldn’t a quilt be the decorative centerpiece of a room? If you like your quilts to catch everyone’s gaze, then you’re guaranteed to love bargello quilt patterns. These arresting designs, all from the incomparable FaveQuilts, are made by sewing strips of fabric together in a way that mimics moving shapes. In other words, like […]
Every quilt pattern has a distinct character. You can look rustic with a neutral rectangle pattern, mystical with a Celtic pattern, or playful with a youthful star quilt pattern. However, if you want to give your space a refined, feminine aesthetic, then you should look no further than these Lovely Lattice Quilt Patterns from Fave […]
For me, there are only happy memories of the Fourth of July. I can imagine the grill smoke wafting in the air as my family and I set up badminton in the backyard. I can hear rock-and-roll music blasting from my dad’s Fourth of July playlist, which attracts smiling neighbors from across the cul-de-sac. Perhaps, […]
Herringbone quilt patterns are unequivocally one of the most iconic quilt patterns around, and it’s no wonder why. With a sleek, arrow-like point and eye-catching pattern variations, this geometric design can be a decorative godsend for any living space. The straight lines and diagonals resemble the bones of the herring, which might explain the wide […]
All quilters know that the art of quilting is an excellent creative outlet, but did you know that quilting can improve your mental and emotional health? Keeping ourselves mentally and emotionally healthy is related to our overall physical well-being, which is why creative arts like quilting, sewing, and other crafting is so important in our […]
We love the time, energy, and creativity that goes into designing full bed quilts, but who wants to spend all summer stuck inside? If you can’t wait to soak up the sunshine, but want to keep up with your love of quilting, we have the solution you’ve been looking for. Three words: mini quilt patterns! […]
One of the biggest trends in quilting for 2019? Animal quilt patterns! Last fall, we covered the Top 5 Trends at the Wisconsin Quilt Expo, which included woodland animals and cats. Animal quilt patterns are so popular because they’re perfect for baby quilts and are super kid-friendly. Seams and Scissors has rounded up 25 of […]
Summer is nearly here, which means lots of family cook-outs, camping trips, and other fun outdoor activities. If you’ve been searching for the perfect project to work on this summer, then you’ll love this list of DIY picnic blankets and picnic quilt patterns! From DIY picnic blankets that are perfect for sewing beginners to easy […]
