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An Easy Quilt Binding Technique for Small Quilts

I will be the first to admit that quilt binding is not my favorite part of the quilt-making process. I understand that binding a quilt frames it and, done correctly, enhances the design of the body of the fiber art piece. And of course, if you're going to use a quilt (rather than hang it on a wall), binding a quilt is necessary.
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Published 9 Apr 2012 11:38 PM by Vivika_Blog

Filed under: Fabric Art, Quilt Patterns, Hand Sewing, Sewing Techniques, How to Quilt, Quilt Binding, Quilting Techniques, Art Quilts, Hand Stitches, Small Quilting Projects
Pass On Your Passion for Quilting (Giveaway)

Quilters are passionate about fabric, thread, embellishments, embroidery, surface design, and a whole lot more. But I think what we're most passionate about is sharing our artwork and techniques with others. To celebrate National Craft Month, Quilting...

Published 8 Mar 2012 4:35 PM by Vivika_Blog

Filed under: Embroidery, Fabric Art, Surface Design, Hand Sewing, Sewing Techniques, Patchwork Quilt, Art Quilts
How Hand and Machine Embroidery Affect Your Quilt Design

We're just a week away from the deadline of our current reader challenge, "From Sketch to Art Quilt," and I can't wait to see the results from our talented readers. (You still have time to submit!)
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Published 7 Mar 2012 11:33 PM by Vivika_Blog

Filed under: Embroidery, Quilt Patterns, Quilting Designs, Hand Sewing, Sewing Techniques, Machine Quilting, Quilting Techniques, Art Quilts, Hand Stitches, Fabric Painting, Quilting, Quilting Stitches
How to Sew a Quilt with Dense Echo Quilting

Echo quilting is a sewing technique that can add texture and lushness quilts. It is one of those quilting techniques that can take some practice and patience to learn, but it's well worth the effort. And a bit easier to do if you know a few tricks of the trade.
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Published 22 Feb 2012 11:12 PM by Vivika_Blog

Filed under: Embroidery, Quilt Patterns, Quilting Designs, Hand Sewing, Sewing Techniques, Machine Quilting, How to Quilt, Quilting Techniques, Art Quilts, Hand Stitches, Quilting Stitches
Hand Quilting: Do You Pass it On?

Recently a coworker brought in a treasure she'd acquired while visiting a friend in the Midwest: six vintage handmade quilt squares. Each one had been carefully pieced using the tiniest of hand stitches.
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Published 8 Feb 2012 11:07 PM by Vivika_Blog

Filed under: Fabric Art, Hand Sewing, Sewing Techniques, Quilt Blocks, How to Quilt, Quilting Techniques, Handmade Quilts, Art Quilts, Hand Stitches

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An Easy Quilt Binding Technique for Small Quilts

Pass On Your Passion for Quilting (Giveaway)

How Hand and Machine Embroidery Affect Your Quilt Design

How to Sew a Quilt with Dense Echo Quilting

Hand Quilting: Do You Pass it On?