Hello, All-Carolyn from Carolyn’s Canvas here with one of my latest lightbulb flashes: What about making a comfy baby quilt using flannel tubes like we used to make woven potholders? That would be so simple and quick and easy and cute and warm and, and, and… There are simply too many reasons to make this quilt! […]
One of the hottest trends in quilting at the moment are patterns that hail from beautiful Scandinavia. From the fjords of Norway to the coastal cities of Denmark, the gorgeous cultural and physical landscape of Scandinavia has inspired some amazing works of art, including these free quilt patterns. Inspired by both Scandinavian traditions and sleek […]
Happy New Year’s Eve, sewists! The new year is the perfect time to start on a new quilting project. For one thing, there’s always the excitement of a fresh start that motivates us to try new things and set new goals for ourselves. For another, when it’s so cold outside, there’s nothing quite like staying […]
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 […]
One of our most popular blog posts in recent weeks was Ain’t That America: 50 Regional Quilt Patterns and Tutorials, and our readers overwhelming loved our Midwestern quilt section more than any other region! It’s hard to deny the appeal of the Midwest and Midwestern quilts in particular. Nestled in the heart of the US, the Midwest […]
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 Meaning Of Giving A Blanket As A Gift Throughout the centuries, the gift of a homemade blanket has been associated with feelings of warmth, respect and kindness from those giving a blanket towards those receiving it. Our article below covers just a few of the aspects that come to mind when we give a […]
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, […]
Would you like to get to know your sewing community? Are you interested in learning basic sewing techniques, hearing stories about how sewing has changed lives, or discovering tips and tricks for starting your own crafty business? We have exactly what you’ve been looking for! We have 7 of the best quilting and sewing podcasts […]
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 […]
