Quilting is one of America’s most treasured forms of fabric art and has both cultural and historical significance for the US. So, to celebrate the importance of quilting in the United States, and to celebrate it as a beloved art form, we’ve compiled a list of our top 50 quilt patterns and tutorials inspired by […]
The sun is shining, and the weather is perfect. Embrace it while it lasts, ladies. Picnics are a great way to get outside and enjoy your local park or garden. You might be surprised that the Vitamin D from the sunshine actually has positive effects on your health and well-being. The most important ingredient of […]
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! […]
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 […]
One of the hottest trends in quilting this year? Bright and bold geometric quilt patterns! Nothing says fresh and modern like crisp edges, strong colors, and high contrast. Everything geometric has been trending in the crafting world for the past few years, so it’s no wonder that quilting is also hopping on this trend. If you’ve […]
With spring fast approaching (only about three weeks to go!), it’s time to start thinking about baby blankets! Springtime sees a lot of baby birthdays and baby showers, and the best gift for a newborn and his/her family is one that’s both thoughtful AND functional. A baby blanket is perfect for wrapping up your little […]
Hello, Quilters! It’s Carolyn Wainscott, back with a traditional quilt setting that can be used in so many ways, from scrappy to elegant. This vintage-looking doll fabric is one I have been reluctant to cut into. Can anyone out there relate? It has been in my stash for several years, but “My Vintage Dolly Lattice […]
This Fresh Diamonds Quilt pattern from blogger Anorina Morris from Samelia’s Mum is the perfect way to prepare for spring! Diamond quilt patterns are some of the prettiest and most eye-catching quilt patterns around. I can envision it as the perfect picnic blanket when the weather warms up, but until then, this easy quilt pattern […]
If there’s one type of quilt pattern that our readers love, it’s a jelly roll pattern. In case you’re new to quilting, jelly rolls are type of precut fabric that typically contain about 40 strips of fabric. These budget-friendly strips are excellent for larger quilt projects, especially strip quilts, and they help speed up the […]
