In this post, I’m sharing how to make free-motion swirls using a sewing machine. I was tired of the same old stippling, and stitch-in-the-ditch type quilting. Below is a 5-minute video on how to make free-motion swirls, first with practice, and then on a sewing machine. This is not hard if you practice the free-motion […]
When sewing a sleeve or neckband to a garment, you may see the instructions to pin in the ditch. This technique is really handy so don’t ignore it like I did the first few times! When putting a band on a sleeve, we want the finished sleeve to be as pretty as possible. Top stitching
Diamonds are such a stunning design in quilts! This free Harvest Star quilt tutorial uses a jelly roll precut and is not hard for an ambitious beginner. Directions here are given for the top quilt piece. If you need some instruction in basic quilting, see our free videos here. Supplies You Need Finished size is
We are preparing for something glorious this week… wonderful, crisp, rainy October weather! I’m so excited. There are leaves blowing about, and I can finally open all of my windows and enjoy fall… and some baking. I wanted a really yummy, soft cinnamon swirl bread the other day, and this came out perfect. You can
Half-square triangles are always a challenge. You need to mark the fabric, sew, and trim to size. I’m getting better with practice, but all it takes is one line not sewn straight to throw off a block. Cupcake and Cake Mix Recipes by Miss Rosie’s Quilt Co. for Moda are my new go-to for easy-to-make
Here is a beautiful pattern that is easy for beginning knitters. I frequently do little videos for my grandchildren who are learning to knit, so I try to make directions very simple! Here is the Chinese Wave pattern with a quick how-to video. This pattern is for you if you can: If you need the
I was really excited to try out a quilt block challenge with Riley Blake Designs! Quilt block challenges are a great way to interact with other quilters and get some encouragement as you sew. Anyone can join! See the link below! This block has some great techniques! One is SNF – or sew and flip.
Watch our tutorial for beginners on how to foundation paper piece the house block for the Merry Lights Quilt! This video will help with most questions on how to paper piece a quilt block. What is Foundation Paper Piecing? Foundation paper piecing is simply placing fabric under a printed outlined shape that may have odd angles or
Here’s a fun leaf to add to your collection of embroidery stitches! I really like how creative you can get with this stitch. The shapes you can draw can be fat or thin, use variegated thread, and make it wavy or straight. Here’s how to embroider a buttonhole leaf. Start by drawing any sized shaped
I am so fond of little heirloom dresses that have those beautiful little pintucks on them. Those little, almost magical, raised lines to give such an elegant, old-fashioned, and charming look to the garment. Do you love the look of pintucks also? If so, this post, How to Make Heirloom Pintucks, is exactly what you
Kites are the cutest bit of applique you can add to your quilt block. The best part is making them without a template! Only a ruler and a cutting mat with grid lines are needed. Here is how to make an applique kite! I’m using Minki Kim’s Cottage 10″ Stackers in this tutorial! Measure and
We are looking forward to a little bit of beautiful snow tomorrow and seasonal temperatures, which is exciting when I’ve been trying to enjoy “fall” baking and cooking in very unseasonal weather. There is an excited baker over here! Pumpkin streusel muffins are in the oven and I’m digging up free fall coloring pages for
