Category: All About Quilting
Learn all about quilting in Quilt 101! This is a library of quilting resources where you can “check out” all of our quilting articles and learn something new. We cover everything, including Quilting Techniques, Quilting Fabric, Quilting Tips & Tricks, Quilting Tools, and even the History of Quilting. Don’t know what Paper Piecing is? You’ll find it here! Aren’t sure whether or not to prewash your fabric? You’ll find that too! Need more info on binding? It’s all here! Are you a new quilter and aren’t even sure where to start? This is the place for you. Are you an experienced quilter but obsessed with learning everything there is to know about quilting? This is the place for you too! No matter your skill level, you are sure to learn something new with Quilting 101.
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All About Quilting, Cutting Tips and Tricks, Quilting Tips and Tricks, Quilting Tools, Rotary CuttersThe Rotating Cutting Mat
It spins! It goes ‘round and ‘round! It is the merry-go-round of the quilting world! Have you heard of rotating cutting mats? Two words: …
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The Right Color of Batting for Your Project
Quilt batting comes in a few different colors. Many quilters do not realize this, mainly because historically there really was just one color –…
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All About Sewing, Fabric Choices for Sewing Projects, Lightweight Fabric, Quilt Fabric, Types of FabricWhat is Lawn?
Anne of Green Gables once dreamed of a dress made of Lawn and maybe you do, as well. Lawn is a lightweight cotton that…
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Abbreviations and Acronyms, Oh My!!
Are you new to quilting and trying to make sense of your first pattern? You thought someone said this was easy but what do…
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Thread Weight 101
Picture this: you’re standing in a quilt shop searching for thread for your next project. There are approximately 50,000 spools (or so it seems)…
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Quilting on a Domestic Sewing Machine
Did you know that you don’t need a longarm to quilt that beautiful quilt you just finished piecing? Whaaaa? You sure don’t. You can…