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Ideas for How to Quilt with Eco-friendly Methods and Materials

Our foremothers knew how to make a quilt using only what they had, from scraps of fabric to natural dyes. But, quilt making the frugal and eco-friendly way was easier for them:

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Published 10 Jan 2013 6:16 AM by Vivika_Blog

Filed under: Surface Design, Machine Quilting, How to Quilt, Quilting Supplies, Fabric Art, Quilting For Beginners, Hand Sewing, Sewing Techniques, Quilt Patterns, Art Quilts, Quilting Techniques, Dyeing Fabric, Small Quilting Projects

81 Tips on Free-Motion Quilting and Thread Sketching Techniques - free eBook

In this free eBook, Free-Motion Machine Quilting Techniques: 81 Tips for Free-Motion Quilting, Thread Sketching and Quilting Motifs, three highly respected quilt artists, Frieda Anderson, Robbi Joy Eklow, and Susan Brubaker Knapp share their knowledge and expertise for successful free‑motion quilting and thread sketching.

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Published 24 May 2012 12:56 AM by Vivika_Blog

Filed under: Machine Quilting, How to Quilt, Quilting Supplies, Quilting Designs, Quilting For Beginners, Quilt Patterns, Quilting, Quilting Techniques, Fabric Painting

Worry-free Quilt Designs with Digital Photos: 6 Tips

I've been using digital photos as a basis for my quilt designs for quite some time now. Digital technology has improved so much, too.

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Published 15 Nov 2011 4:10 AM by Quilting Daily

Filed under: Machine Quilting, Quilting Supplies, Quilting Designs, Quilt Patterns, Art Quilts, Quilting Techniques, Handmade Quilts

5 Helpful Quilting Supplies I Love

You might have seen this picture from my wrap up of "QATV" Season 8. Yes, I am vertically challenged and need a little boost in order to reach the pedal on the set's sewing machine. The Quilting Arts crew thinks it's funny to capture these little behind-the-scenes TV moments. And frankly, I do, too.

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Published 29 Mar 2011 4:29 AM by Quilting Daily

Filed under: Machine Quilting, Quilting Supplies, Quilting Techniques, Fabric Painting

Improve Your Free-Motion Filler Technique

I confess: sometimes I get so caught up in the "art" I forget about the "quilting."

Let me explain. An idea for an art quilt forms in my mind based on, say, a favorite TV show such as (still--and forever) Tony Soprano. Or, a new line of gorgeous fabrics hits my desk and I have to do something with those luscious colors and witty patterns. Or, I get obsessed with a new surface design technique and suddenly all I can think about in my studio is Thermofax® printing or soy wax batik.

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Published 10 Aug 2010 4:46 AM by Quilting Daily

Filed under: Surface Design, Machine Quilting, How to Quilt, Quilting Supplies, Quilting Designs, Fabric Art, Quilting For Beginners, Quilt Patterns, Art Quilts, Quilting Techniques, Dyeing Fabric

Boost Your Creativity with These Tips

It’s officially spring, and not a moment too soon for me. I already traded my boots for open-toed shoes a few weeks ago--and I'm not going back! Now it’s time to open the windows, do some spring cleaning, and let some fresh air into my studio in the hopes that fresh ideas will float in on gentle breezes.

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Published 23 Mar 2010 6:36 AM by Quilting Daily

Filed under: Embroidery, Surface Design, Machine Quilting, Quilting Supplies, Fabric Art, Art Quilts, Dyeing Fabric

A Sneak Peek at the Next 'QATV' Series

I'm packing my suitcase again, getting ready to fly to Cleveland to tape the sixth season of "Quilting Arts TV." As hectic as the shooting pace is, I always look forward to taping, because I get to learn new tricks and techniques in person...

Published 25 Feb 2010 10:07 AM by Quilting Daily

Filed under: Embroidery, Surface Design, Machine Quilting, Patchwork Quilt, Quilting Supplies, Art Quilts, Quilting Techniques, Fabric Painting

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