We know how stressful the holidays can be. You’ve got your menu planned for Christmas dinner, you’ve invited all the relatives, and you’ve finished up your holiday shopping. But when you go to set the table for Christmas dinner, you’ve forgotten to think about those little decorative details that make the family meal even more […]
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 […]
The holidays are just around the corner, which means it’s time to get into gift-making mode. Quilters know this means tons of sewing and quilting projects for DIY Christmas gifts. The holidays are the perfect time to show off your quilting skills by creating some gorgeous quilt projects for everyone in the family, including your […]
When I think “cozy,” the idea of curling up in a log cabin comes to mind, away from the hustle and bustle of the city and surrounded by peaceful woods. Add a cup of hot chocolate and a warm blanket to the daydream, and I’m just about falling asleep! As nice as it is to […]
Are you dreaming of easy quilt patterns that would be beautiful draped across your bed? When the weather gets colder, I start craving an upgrade to my typical bedroom decor. Freshening things up with a new quilt is a great way to get a new look without completely redecorating! Switching from a dark bedspread to […]
The weather outside may not yet be frightful, but anyone in the Midwest knows what’s just around the corner. Winters in the snowy center of the United States can get pretty brutal—between wind and sleet and snow, it feels like the elements are always against us. I absolutely hate going out in the cold if […]
I’m notoriously cold in the winter time. It’s not uncommon to for me to walk around my college campus wearing fleece leggings under my jeans, three sweatshirts, a winter jacket, an ear warmer, a hat, gloves, three pairs of socks, and boots. No exaggeration. My quilted jean blanket is my lifeline when I’m working in […]
When I think of fall, I think of flavor. There are so many delicious spices and scents that perfectly sum up the feeling of autumn—the first sip of a Pumpkin Spice Latte, the smell of cinnamon in the air, the taste of a freshly-baked apple pie. As much as I wish I could eat nothing […]
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 […]
If there’s one thing our readers can’t get enough of, it’s quilting hacks, tips, and tricks for beginners. You loved our list of 15 Quilting Hacks You Can’t Live Without, so this October we’re bringing it back to basics with these quick and easy quilting tips for beginners. While quilting is one of the most […]
